Cynthia M. Ellis
photo by Cynthia M. Ellis
AHS graduate overcomes fear to realize ambition of joining Coast Guard
Ty’Aira Holloway, 18, learns to swim at L&C and Nautilus Fitness Center. Read more
Rosewood Heights angler hooks rare fish
Patrick McRae went out for trophy catfish on the Mississippi and ended up catching a pallid sturgeon. Read more
Reef counseling: Area man finds scuba diving relaxing, therapeutic
Rob Honke is on his way to becoming a professional diver. Read more
The hand of FAIT: FBI program introduces Marquette junior to law enforcement opportunities
Grant Greenwell learns from experts at Future Agents in Training program. Read more
Seeing beyond the social media smokescreen
What people reveal usually isn't the whole picture. Read more
The gifts of motherhood
Spending time with loved ones is the most important part of Mother's Day. Read more
A brotherhood like no other
Community’s love and respect for fallen firefighter emphasizes undying service and sacrifice. Read more
It’s grandma time — but what’s in a nickname?
From the traditional to the exotic, maternal monikers abound. Read more
An app-etizing idea
Technology opens new avenues for home chefs who don't like going to the store. Read more
From the hills to the rivers
Texas transplant enjoying her work helping the hearing-impaired. Read more
Statue to herald jazz great’s birthplace
Fund-raiser generates $18,000 for Miles Davis statue project in Downtown Alton. Read more
National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day set for March 29
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, the United States has more than 27 million small businesses. Read more
State issues first round of conceal-carry permits
Illinois State Police mail 5,000 licenses to security guards, firearms trainers and other residents who paid extra to be fingerprinted so they could move ahead of the line. Read more
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