Sydney Sinks grew up in the Riverbend area and graduated from Southwestern High School. She received a bachelor’s degree from Millikin University in 2022, where she majored in English-Writing with concentrations in journalism and professional writing and a minor in editing.
At Millikin, Sydney wrote and edited for The Decaturian and BURST Magazine. Her writing has also been published in Decatur Magazine, Gateway Journalism Review and others. She has received recognition from the Illinois College Press Association and the Society of Professional Journalists for her work.
ALTON - Alton High School students commemorated Black History Month with an impressive fine arts performance. On Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, students presented a Black Student Excellence Showcase to celebrate Black History Month through the arts. From singing to dancing to theater and more, students...
EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 Board of Education recognized the Historic Lincoln School Alumni Foundation for their contributions to the district. During the Board’s regular meeting on Feb. 23, 2026, Acting Superintendent Dr. Allen Duncan explained that...
EDWARDSVILLE - A former Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 teacher urged the Board of Education to “do better” following her resignation from the district. During the public comment section of the Board’s regular meeting on Feb. 23, 2026, Jade Hinnen spoke about...
EDWARDSVILLE - Several Edwardsville High School coaches have received recognition for their work with students. During the regular meeting of the Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 Board of Education on Feb. 23, 2026, coaches Mike Sabatino, Kirk Schlueter, Dave Lipe and Mark Heiderscheid...
EDWARDSVILLE - As 2026 ensues, Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser promises the county has “a lot of good things going on.” “I’m just very, very excited about the region. I’ve never been more excited. Not just because I’m in office, but just in general...
ALTON - Mark Dickerson works hard every day. For his commitment, Mark Dickerson is a Hayner Public Library District Student of the Month for Alton High School. Though only a freshman, Dickerson has already had a major impact on the school community. His positive attitude and eagerness to...
ALTON - Anna Sutton is a dedicated student and athlete. For her hard work, Anna Sutton is a Hayner Public Library District Student of the Month for Alton High School. Sutton, a junior, recently joined the group Calliope as their president. In this role, Sutton leads her classmates and organize...
PIASA - Dalton Scott knows exactly what he wants after high school. For his dedication, Dalton Scott is a Student of the Month for Southwestern High School. Scott, a senior, has played baseball through the school district for the past six years. He also recently joined the golf team. It take...
EAST ALTON/WOOD RIVER - Morgan Eberlin is an impressive student. For her accomplishments, Morgan Eberlin is a Fischer Lumber Student of the Month for East Alton-Wood River High School. Eberlin, a senior, has been involved in the school’s Drama Club since her freshman year. She loves...
HIGHLAND - Kirstyn Carver works hard in everything she does. For her dedication, Kirstyn Carver is a Platinum Transportation Student of the Month for Highland High School. Carver, a senior, has played on the girls soccer team since her freshman year. She also enjoys playing softball. It take...
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