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.
WORDEN/EDWARDSVILLE - Worden Elementary School students learned about sportsmanship in a schoolwide hockey tournament. On Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, Worden students faced off in their PE classes to see who would win the coveted hockey stick, which will hang in the hallway outside of the winners’...
WORDEN/EDWARDSVILLE - Worden Elementary School students came together to collect and recycle shoes. The school’s Green Earth Club, led by STEM teacher Gretchen Hertz, works hard to complete projects that benefit the environment while giving leadership opportunities to students. Throughout...
Well, we were warned. But I didn’t listen, and now, I am officially snowed in. When I saw the forecasts this past week, I was in disbelief. Surely we wouldn’t get that much snow, right? Surely 12–15 inches was a bit of an exaggeration? I decided to simply not believe the...
BELLEVILLE - Consumers have the opportunity to learn more about local companies and contractors at the upcoming Home Expo. From Feb. 27 through March 1, 2026, the Home Expo invites consumers to Belle Clair Fairgrounds in Belleville for the chance to connect with local home and remodeling companies....
EDWARDSVILLE - Community members are invited to mingle and talk history at the Madison County Historical Society’s upcoming winter wine and cheese reception. From 4:30–7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at 715 N. Main Street in Edwardsville, Madison County Historical Society (MCHS...
GLEN CARBON - Ainsley Turkington works hard at everything she tries. For her dedication, Ainsley Turkington is a Student of the Month for Father McGivney Catholic High School. Turkington, a junior, enjoys running. She participates on the cross country team and looks forward to rejoining the...
EDWARDSVILLE - Kate Hayman is an eager, responsible student. For her accomplishments, Kate Hayman is a Student of the Month for Edwardsville High School. As a freshman, Hayman might be new to the high school, but she has already made a big impact on its community. She works hard every day...
ILLINOIS - Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D) is making a bid for the Senate. Krishnamoorthi recently stopped by “Our Daily Show!” with C.J. Nasello to share more about his platform and his priorities if he wins the Senate seat. Currently serving the 8th Congressional District...
MADISON COUNTY - With dropping temperatures and a winter storm incoming, there are several warming centers available for community members throughout the Riverbend region. We encourage you to check that these locations are open, as some might be closed due to inclement weather. ALTON Hayner...
ST. CLAIR COUNTY - With dropping temperatures and a winter storm incoming, there are several warming centers available for community members throughout the Riverbend region. We encourage you to check that these locations are open, as some might be closed due to inclement weather. BELLEVILLE Belle...
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