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.
MADISON COUNTY - During a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the new Madison County Transit building on May 23, 2024, in Pontoon Beach, Governor J.B. Pritzker said he was “disappointed” with the Madison County Board’s decision to put an advisory referendum on the Nov....
PONTOON BEACH - Madison County Transit (MCT) officials marked the opening of a new MCT administration building with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 23, 2024. Located at the MCT Base of Operations at 1 Transit Way in Pontoon Beach, the new building will house MCT’s administration, human...
RIVERBEND - This weekend, there are many free Memorial Day events to honor local veterans and their sacrifice for our country. Read more here! SATURDAY, MAY 25, 2024 Scott Reinke Ride to Fight Suicide When: Registration opens at 9 a.m., ride begins at 12 p.m., Saturday, May 25...
BETHALTO - Rose Lawn Memory Gardens will host their 64th annual Memorial Day service at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27, 2024. The service will include music by the Civic Memorial High School band and presentations by Bethalto American Legion Post 214, the Cottage Hills VFW Post 7678, Bethalto Mayor Gary...
GRAFTON - Raging Rivers Water Park will open this weekend on May 25, 2024, and they couldn’t be more excited to introduce new amenities to the park. Ken Handler, the park’s co-owner, explained that staff spent the winter rethinking a few of the park’s offerings. As a result, visitor...
ALTON - The Alton Community Unit School District #11 Board of Education recognized May’s Optimist Students of the Month during their regular meeting on May 21, 2024. Josh Lumpkins Jr. was named the Alton Middle School (AMS) Optimist Student of the Month. Dr. Cindy Inman, principal at AMS,...
ALTON - During their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, the Alton Community Unit School District #11 Board of Education announced a new student award in honor of retiring Superintendent Dr. Kristie Baumgartner. Elaine Kane, assistant superintendent, introduced the Kristie L. Baumgartner...
RIVERBEND - GRID Solar LLC is different from other solar companies. GRID Solar LLC technicians take the time to talk to their customers about how solar works and how it can work for them. The company understands there are a lot of questions about solar power and how it affects electricity bills...
GRAFTON - The Grafton Art Gallery will officially open on Saturday, May 25, 2024, complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, giveaways and lots of art to inspire and enjoy. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, community members can check out the new gallery located at 301 E. Main Street in Grafton....
ALTON - Mac’s Downtown is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity during the Cubs vs. Cardinals game this weekend. On Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25, 2024, people can enjoy the ultimate two-day baseball watch party, complete with sports betting from a Las Vegas casino. From 5–8...
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