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.
EDWARDSVILLE - The MCT Trails community has shown an outpouring of support following Newt the trail cat’s passing . Newt, an orange tabby known for roaming on the MCT Trails, passed away at the end of May. In the week following his death, bicyclists and walkers have created a memorial...
DORSEY - A local man is competing on season 16 of “American Ninja Warrior” on NBC, and he couldn’t be more excited to represent his hometown. Sam Folsom, 20, of Dorsey, Illinois, has been honing his ninja skills since he was 14. Ninja is a sport that combines elements of gymnastics,...
GODFREY - Village Dispensary will host a grand opening party complete with deals and vendors on Saturday, June 8, 2024. From 12–6 p.m. on Saturday, community members over age 21 can enjoy discounts, a vendor fair, demonstrations and more at Village Dispensary, located at 110 Northport Drive...
ALTON - Clinical Director Stacy Seitz breaks down Centerstone’s services and mission to help those who are struggling with substance use and mental health. “The objective is always to expand treatment services, allow people to access our treatment services easily, and educate an...
ALTON - Alton’s Middletown neighborhood will host its annual community yard sale this weekend. From 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2024, community members can visit yard sales at over 25 homes in the historic Middletown district. The community-wide yard sale has been an annual traditio...
ALTON - Now in its third season in Alton, FLOCK Food Truck Park & Bar is as busy as ever with several free events coming down the pipeline. Owner Laura Windisch explained that the business is excited to hit the ground running as the summer arrives. Their regular food trucks, Space Shuttle...
KAMPSVILLE - The seventh annual Trinity River Festival promises camping, great music and a fun weekend. On Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8, 2024, community members can head out to the McCully Heritage Site in Kampsville for two days of music sponsored by Trinity’s Way, a local organization...
GRAFTON - Pere Marquette State Park is gearing up for the 35th annual Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair on Saturday, June 8, 2024. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., kids and families can enjoy fishing stations, shows and giveaways at Pere Marquette State Park, all for free. Organizer Scott Isringhausen, the...
ALTON - St. Anthony’s Heart Center has installed new technology that aims to support patient care. The new Image Guided Therapy System - Azurion 7 technology from Philips will provide “state-of-the-art 3D imaging so we can do closer imaging of some of these high-risk procedures,”...
GRANITE CITY - Chocolate Covered Creations Cafe is not your typical restaurant. This anime-themed cafe offers treats, drinks and fun for everyone. The cafe, located at 3214 Namioki Road in Granite City, specializes in pastries, baked goods, boba tea and coffee. They have a variety of food...
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