Edwardsville Intelligencer

In today’s Garden Plot we answer a few questions that have been posed by readers about pine trees, pine straw used as mulch and bulb planting. Full Story »

The Edwardsville Police Department will increase its traffic patrols through the end of November. Full Story »

Lower electrical bills may be within reach of at least some Metro East residents if a recent announcement by Chicago-based BlueStar Energy Services Inc. delivers as promised. Full Story »

The city of Edwardsville is in favor of suspending changes to the flood insurance maps so homeowners currently protected by the levees will not be forced to purchase flood insurance. Full Story »

As Veterans Day approaches, Americans across the country will pause during their busy lives to honor military veterans through stirring parades and ceremonies, military exhibits, and tributes to distinguished veterans. Full Story »

Photo by Bill Tucker A large crowd gathers under warm, sunny skies on Sunday to take part in the Glen Carbon Veterans Monument Veterans Day Service. Always held prior to Veterans Day, the event featured guest speakers Bob Buehler, a Glen Carbon Village Board Trustee, and Major Andrew Wilbraham of the United States Army. American Legion Post 435 and V.F.W. Post 2222 helped organize the ceremony. Full Story »

Phase one of a three-phase silt retention project has begun in Holiday Shores. Completion of the project is expected to block more than 70 percent of the 5,200 tons of silt and sedimentation entering Holiday Lake through Joulter’s Creek. Full Story »

Those with unpaid court fines and fees beware: Madison County is teaming up with a Chicago-based collection agency to go after you. Full Story »

The community is invited to the 2009 Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday. Full Story »

The Main Street Community Center (MSCC) got a nice surprise on Thursday. Full Story »

Compromise legislation on the sales tax revenue proposal tied to the planned University Town Center development in Glen Carbon is likely to include at least two new provisions, according to details of the talks released late Friday. Full Story »

The Glen Carbon Police Department is reporting success with a recent car seat install event it participated in to help families in need. Full Story »

Clifford the Big Red Dog made a special visit to St. Mary’s preschool classes this week with the help of the St. Mary’s Student Council. Each year the sixth, seventh and eighth grade student council students volunteer to help out with the annual Scholastic Book Fair to promote the enjoyment of reading to the preschool age and kindergarten students. Full Story »

A 21-year-old man who hosted a party at which 22 people were charged with underage drinking may not be charged with a crime. Full Story »

The city’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) and the new owners of the 1865 Berleman House are one step closer to a compromise on how the historic home’s exterior can be renovated. Full Story »

Colder weather may be headed our way, but don’t put away those jogging shoes just yet. Full Story »

On the first of October, the local Girl Scout Council got a new name and a new leader. Full Story »

Maryville trustees reluctantly approved another hike Wednesday in its village liability insurance premiums. Full Story »

Members of Glen Carbon’s Public Services Committee are evaluating a proposal from the Glen Carbon Kiwanis Club to spearhead the development of 10 acres of land currently being considered under the village’s Master Park Improvement Plan, with the eye of turning it into a park specifically designed to meet the needs of the handicapped. Full Story »

Now that the filing deadline has come and gone, several local county races are taking shape for February's primary. In Edwardsville’s District 17, three candidates are vying for incumbent Hal Patton’s seat. Full Story »

As the H1N1 virus continues to spread across the U.S., one of the primary ways to protect yourselves and your children from catching this bug is to keep your hands clean and germ free. No one more than elementary teachers knows how difficult a task it can be to keep children’s hands germ free, but Woodland Elementary third grade teacher Heather Chapman has found a fun way to reinforce this ... Full Story »

Thirteen of 30 employees who were laid off in September from the Madison County Probation and Court Services Department will be rehired, said Judy Dallas, who heads the PCSD. Full Story »

Piasa FC is now the official reserve squad for the St. Louis Illusion of the Premier Arena Soccer League. The two sides reached an agreement on Oct. 22, according to Piasa Head Coach Matt Williams. Full Story »

The public is being asked to provide their thoughts as the city makes its plans for the future. Full Story »

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church is welcoming everyone to experience a one-of-a-kind event on Friday. Full Story »