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A recent incident in St. Clair County has rekindled efforts to pass legislation aimed at protecting DCFS and Adult Protective Services workers. Last week, a Bellville resident disarmed and fired an officer's gun during an investigation, though no injuries were reported. This has prompted House Minority Leader Tony McCombie to push for her 2018 bill, inspired by the tragic deaths of DCFS workers Pam Knight and Deidre Silas, to become law. The proposed "Knight-Silas Act" would mandate a three-year minimum sentence for attacks on these workers, paralleling penalties for assaults on teachers and firefighters, despite previous opposition.

Brandon Sterling and JT Timpson join Chris and Amy to discuss the alarming rise in violent crime in St. Louis and its devastating effects on the community. They introduce the Save Lives Now initiative and the Roca Impact Institute's cognitive behavioral therapy program, highlighting three research-based interventions: focused deterrence, street intervention, and CBT. They emphasize the collaboration across St. Louis City, County, and St. Clair County, with a renewed confidence in this adapted approach to regional violence prevention and ongoing support efforts.

Rep. Jay DeBoyer, R-Clay Township (St. Clair County). House advances Rep. DeBoyer plan protecting livelihoods, local economies across Michigan

Rep. Jay DeBoyer, R-Clay Township (St. Clair County). House advances Rep. DeBoyer plan protecting livelihoods, local economies across Michigan

"Raising the Frequency," the story shared by Rosalind-Denise Rogers at the inaugural That's What She Said St. Clair County in 2023 makes for a perfect centerpiece to this 100th episode of The She Said Project Podcast! Hear how Rosalind-Denise overcame adversity and personal struggles finding strength through music and advocacy.

A water main break 70-feet under water has cut off water to residents on Harsens Island in St. Clair County. WWJ's Jonathan Carlson and Pat Vitale have your Friday morning news. (Photo: Tim Pamplin/WWJ)

A dive team in the waters off of Harsens Island, in St. Clair County, were successful today in identifying the site of a water main break that has left hundreds of island residents without water service for the past two days. WWJ's Luke Sloan has the details, along with the rest of Friday's top stories. (PHOTO: Tim Pamplin/WWJ)

Democrats in St. Clair County in Illinois have previously enjoyed double-digit victories over their Republican opponents, but those margins of victory over the last three elections have crept into the single digits. STLPR Metro East reporter Will Bauer discusses his reporting on this topic.

Democrats used to win St. Clair County in the Metro East by double digit margins. But in the last few elections, that margin has gotten closer — leaving some to wonder: Can Republicans flip the county like most others in downstate Illinois? St. Louis Public Radio's Will Bauer reports.

AlabamaAL's incumbent House members all re-elected for another 2 yearsCaroline Dobson concedes District 2 race to Shomari FiguresVotes delayed in St. Clair County due to printing error on ballotsTabulators malfunctioned in precinct in Limestone county due to "humidity"Sen. Britt seeking to get a vote in US senate on Laken Riley ActCongressman Strong continues push for his Deport Illegal Voters ActState senator laments death of  Jimmy Holley: was "incredible" mentorNational2024 Presidential Election results: Donald Trump is now President Elect!Kamala Harris loses election: PA, WI, NV and more swing states go for TrumpGoogle admits to skewed search results on how to voter for Harris vs. TrumpBomb threats disrupted precincts in Atlanta area, no actual bombs found

We attended the 2024 Youth Dairy Show in Montgomery where we spoke with Richie Traylor, a dairyman from Randolph County, David Daniel, one of our good friends from Extension the show's superintendent and three competitors; Gabriel and Gracelyn Bristow and Mason Patterson - all from St. Clair County.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 09-17-24 (8:05am) The importance of voter registration. Today is Constitution Day and it's also National Voter Registration Day.    (8:20am) MORNING NEWS DUMP Charges have been filed against the suspected would-be assassin who staked out Trump on his golf course in West Palm Beach, FL. Story here: https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2024/09/17/desantis-talks-floridas-investigation-into-2nd-trump-would-be-assassin-blames-apocalyptic-rhetoric-n2179428 St. Louis Guns 'N Hoses Boxing Association  will no longer accept Any Frisella's annual donation of $100,000 after his recent podcast comments saying that women police officers should not be out in the field. Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/guns-n-hoses-says-it-wont-accept-1st-phorm-donation-this-year/ Sean O'Brien and the Teamsters are still waiting on making a possible political endorsement. St. Clair County (IL) is setting up a voter integrity hotline.  Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 at Busch Stadium. Game 2 of the 4-game series is tonight at 6:45pm.   (8:35am) St. Clair County (IL) sets up voter integrity hotline for Nov. 5, so we discuss election integrity.   (8:50am) We wrap up the hour with another look at the brilliance of the Constitution on this Constitution Day 2024.   NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jackie "JP" Phillips appeared in the inaugural production of "That's What She Said" in St. Clair County in October, 2023. In this first ever take over collaboration between The She Said Project Podcast and Podcast PUSH, JP discusses the vulnerability and empowerment experienced by sharing elements of her personal life on stage for the first time.

Mark Kern, St. Clair County Board Chair joins Megan and Tom to talk about additional funding for Belle-Claire Fairgrounds and racetrack. 

Join us live from the St. Clair County Republican golf scramble, where Michael Butler, Chair of the St. Clair County Republicans, shares invaluable insights into Illinois politics. Discover the strategies behind flipping districts, defeating incumbents, and navigating redistricting battles. From challenging Latoya Greenwood to mobilizing against legislative maneuvers, explore grassroots efforts reshaping the political landscape. 

Get ready for a deliciously entertaining episode of The Annie Frey Show, where Brad and Annie face off in an epic game of X's and O's, live from the bustling St. Clair County GOP golf tournament. While they battle it out, be sure to cast your vote in the YouTube Live poll for the ultimate ice cream flavor showdown: soft serve, hand-dipped, frozen custard, or frozen yogurt!

Tune in to The Annie Frey Show for a special episode as Brad takes on Annie in a game of X's and O's! Broadcasting live from the St. Clair County GOP golf tournament.

Live from the St. Clair County Republican golf scramble, Chair Michael Butler shares political strategies. Dive into ice cream debates, including the YouTube Live Chat poll on the best flavor. Later, enjoy an engaging "Ask Me Anything" segment.

Join us live from the St. Clair County GOP golf scramble for a deep dive into Trump's criticisms of Biden's policies and the buzz surrounding Harrison Butker's speech. Comedian Joe DeVito brings levity, discussing Biden's fondness for ice cream. Stay tuned as we dissect the possibility of a Biden-Trump debate, offering a mix of political insight and humor!

Join Annie Frey and crew live from the St. Clair County GOP Golf Scramble at Tamarack Golf Course in Shiloh, Illinois. They discuss efforts to turn St. Clair County more Republican and debate the best type of ice cream. Comedian Joe DeVito, a regular on Fox News' Gutfeld!, shares his take on Joe Biden's election chances, Harrison Butker's recent speech, and the balance between work and personal life

We talk Family Farm Preservation Act with State Senator Doris Turner. We get a CropWatcher report from Paul Munie in St. Clair County.We get an update from Don Schaefer with the Mid-West Truckers Association. Joe Camp with Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

Darren discussed these topics:The Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, MD fell into the harbor after a freighter ship collided with one of the supports. Six people were killed and two others injured.Donald Trump is now selling Bibles in his latest fleecing of his flock.Trump's hush money case is set to go to trial on April 15th.The New York Court of Appeals lowered Trump's bond in his civil fraud case to $175 million.Trump chewed out NBC News reporter Garrett Haake over questions about whether the orange wonder would spend his own money on his campaign.A settlement was reached between Disney and the state of Florida over how Disney World would be developed in the future.Democrat Marilyn Lands wins a special election to the Alabama legislature.Ottawa County, Michigan executive administrative aide Jordan Epperson is running for statewide office out of St. Clair County. Why is he allowed to carpetbag like this?And the U.S. Supreme Court is likely to throw out the mifepristone case over legal standing issues regarding the plaintiffs.

In this episode, Nick spins the 618 Now gameboard and it lands on topics like: Toast and Table, a new store coming into the Downtown District Mobile Crisis Response, a 24/7 service for St. Clair County residents experiencing crisis. Dial 988 or call 618-436-0460 to connect with crisis counselors and recovery specialists who will come to you in your home or meet somewhere in the community.  Immaculate Bins, a local, veteran owned company that cleans your waste management, recycling and yard waste bins.  Thank you to our podcast partner, Vine Street Market @ OFallon Station! On the calendar: Friday, March 22- Sunday March 24 Les Miserables at OTHS. Purchase tickets here. Friday, March 22 Registration deadline for the inaugural Art Festival at Kloss Furniture. Local artists are encouraged to apply to showcase and sell their artwork during the festival on April 20th.  Tues, March 26 Gateway Grizzlies Braggin' Rights game. First pitch is 6pm. Wed, March 27 Grant Fundamentals 101 - free online webinar about how to prepare pre-award documents for state and federal grants. Have an idea for a podcast topic? Submit it here! Follow us on Instagram @The618Now.

The Blood Moon has risen! Unidentified Flying Objects come in many forms. One of the more mysterious, if not ominous UFOs are the ones often referred to as black triangles. Some people believe the triangles could be a classified military craft such as the TR3-B. Others are convinced they are the product of a non-human intelligence due to their extraordinary flight and camouflage characteristics.  In episode 19, we told the account of a boy encountering one of these black triangles during his early morning paper rout. Now, the owl flies in with more accounts of these enigmatic UFOs. In this story, you will hear a reproduction of police radio transmissions as they chase the triangles across the state of Illinois. Now, turn up the sound and turn off the lights. The owl has a story to tell. Credits & Sources Sources for this episode include Triangular UFOs An Estimate of the Situation by David Marler, the article St. Clair County, IL UFO Sighting by Peter Davenport at ufoevidence.org, The National UFO Reporting Center and the documentary, The Edge of Reality which can be found on dbarkertv.com or YouTube.  This episode was written by Andrew Carey. Music by Andrew Carey/Blood Moon Podcast. Voice overs by Andrew Carey and Andrew Reeves. Sound effects by Blood Moon Podcast. Other sound effects are from Quicksounds, FreeSoundsLibrary and Freesound.org: daveincamas. Submit your story! If you have a strange and sometimes terrifying story you want brought to life, please make your submission at bloodmoonpodcast.com. Please subscribe, leave a review and tell your family and friends about Blood Moon Podcast. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @thebloodmoonpodcast.

There was a meeting today between Senior White House officials and local Arab and Muslim leaders in regards to the Israel-Hamas war. But they weren't welcomed by everyone, as a protest gathered in Dearborn. WWJ's John Hewett has more. (Credit: Jon Hewett/WWJ) According to deputies, a small blue Chevy pick-up truck drove through the employee gate around 6:20am -- causing lots of damage. There were no injuries. Police chased the car around the county, but were eventually able to arrest the 24-year-old driver. 

Kyla Bobo ////// 734 Part 1 of 1www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Kyla Bobo was 32 years of age when she went missing two years ago. She would be 34 today. Kyla was reported missing by her family in St. Clair County, Alabama. The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigation Division described the investigation as complex, but did not release any additional information about the case.  Authorities said Bobo was last seen in the Chula Vista area.Kyla is described as 5'4" in height and weighs around 120 pounds. She also has brown hair and brown eyes.  If you have any information about Kyla Bobo, please contact the Sheriff's Office 205-884-3333.Beer of the Week - Rebellion Amber Red Ale by Yellowhammer BrewingGarage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle capsGoing to Crime Con in 2024?  Save on your ticket with our promo code TCG 

#ZPhiB Episode 68 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features President of the E. St. Louis Alumnae Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Marla Golliday! Founded in 1920 on the campus of Howard University, the Finer Women have over a century of scholarship and service to community. President Golliday talks with us about journey to Zeta, the sisterhood and the phenomenal work the E. St. Louis Alumnae Chapter is doing throughout St. Clair County.Please join us on YouTube and everywhere podcasts are heard for this finer Episode!Please don't forget to like, love, share and SUBSCRIBE!#pearls #politics #podcast #ZetaPhiBeta #Zeta #Finer #FinerWoman #BlueandWhite #DoveLove #HBCU #Howard #HowardUniversity #HU #D9 #BlackGreeks #DivineNine #NPHC #BlackExcellence #ESTL #89Blocks #Spotify #iHeartRadio #Audible #RadioPublic #Apple #iHeartRadio #googlepodcast #YouTubeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pearlsandpolitics/donations

Charles Armstrong is a 2024 Candidate For St. Clair County Sheriff Michigan. Running for Sheriff.Policies and Platforms.

September 18, 2023 ~ Kathy Vertin, Founder & Executive Director of the Thumbcoast Theaters, talks with Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie at the 2023 MACVB Annual Conference in Port Huron about the great productions at the three theaters in St. Clair County.

Michael is a listener that contacted me about his encounters with Bigfoot over a 20 year plus period in St. Clair County, Michigan.He shares being visited at his camp by the creatures, portals, a visual sighting and much more.Who knows, Dogman might even make an appearance in this one!Resources: WATCH THE IOWA EPISODE IN THE “SASQUATCH: A SEARCH FOR SABE” DOCUMENTARY SERIES BY TATE HIERONYMUS // FIND OUT ALL ABOUT MY FIRST BIGFOOT ENCOUNTERS! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yo8O4rvywzECall the Bigfoot Society BIGFOOT ENCOUNTER hotline! Have you seen a Sasquatch and would like to get what happened “off your chest” but don't have time for an interview? NOW YOU CAN DO IT ON YOUR TIME AND SHARE IT WITH THE WORLD! Share it here - https://www.speakpipe.com/bigfootsocietyTo unlock more bonus content and much more, become a supporting member of Bigfoot Society by joining the Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/thebigfootsocietyBecome a Youtube Channel member here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Qq45W6iaTU8FE9kelxT7Q/joinSupport Bigfoot Society one time by buying me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bigfootsociety To pick up a Bigfoot Society shirt, stickers and more, check out our merch by heading on over to https://www.etsy.com/shop/BigfootSocietySend me a voice message to potentially be used for the show by calling 515-809-0165 Here's a fun prompt - “Hey, my name's [your name] and you're listening to the Bigfoot Society podcast!”If you'd like to send me fan mail, Bigfoot related products to check out or written out Bigfoot encounters then you reach me at the following address: Bigfoot Society 125 E 1st St. #233 Earlham, IA 50072Join our private Facebook group "Bigfoot Sasquatch Encounters" for a chance to connect with others who have had similar experiences. Follow the directions to ensure your entry is accepted.https://www.facebook.com/groups/5762233820540793/?ref=share_group_linkTune in to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Qq45W6iaTU8FE9kelxT7Q) for new episodes of Bigfoot Society, and visit our website (www.bigfootsocietypodcast.com) for all the links mentioned above and more.Don't miss out on the Bigfoot action! —— Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.—— MY GEAR —— My Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3L1q8XYMy Podcast Mic: https://amzn.to/3AlYwb9My Computer: https://amzn.to/40CCjQyMy Headphones: https://amzn.to/40A8gcrMy Webcam: https://amzn.to/3Nqfddh The best Bigfoot book: https://amzn.to/41x8IcN Lose the weight along with me on Noom. Get 20% off your subscription with link below. (Consult your doctor first) https://noom.com/r/GdkaWNddL?1251Join Whatnot and pick up some sweet video games and vintage shirts. Use my link below and we both get $10 credit after you place your first order. https://whatnot.com/invite/bigfootsocietyLearn more and up your creative game with Skillshare. Use my link and get a $50 gift card. https://share.skillshare.com/bigfootsocietyIf you want an amazing website like Bigfoot Society has that is extremely easy to set up and connects to your podcast in an incredible way then check out Podpage. https://www.podpage.com/?via=jeremiah (Use this affiliate link and you help out Bigfoot Society)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5828342/advertisement

The House and Senate may be on different farm bill clocks, as the days and hours tick down to a September 30th deadline to replace the expiring law. RFD Washington correspondent Matt Kaye reports. Talking this week with Jason Webster, lead commercial agronomist, Precision Planting, today Webster talks about the livestock research being done at the PP Innovation Center in Pontiac. We get a recap of the crop progress and conditions report. FarmWeek Crop watcher Paul Munie from St. Clair County talks about conditions in his part of the state and commentary from state climatologist Trent Ford.

Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Business and Regulatory Affairs Bill Bodine provides an update on two significant high speed internet funding announcements.Paul Munie gives a Crop Watcher report from St. Clair County.Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week.

A 44-year-old woman is dead over a dispute stemming from a love triangle in St. Clair County, and her 'best friend' has been charged with open murder. WWJ's Mike Campbell reports. (Photo: St. Clair County Sheriff's Office) 23-year-old Sam Gartley of Macomb Township had been running a business out of the Russell Industrial Center in Detroit when he was shot and killed on Monday in what his family is describing as an attempted robbery.    

Title: “Waiting Actively” Part 2 Text: James 5:10-12 FCF: We often struggle to wait patiently on the Lord. Prop: Because the Lord is coming soon to judge sinner and show mercy to His people, we must be patient. Scripture Intro: [Slide 1] Turn in your bible to James chapter 5. Last week James revealed the seventh lack in his audience's faith. A lack that God has deliberately designed trials for them to endure so that their faith may be perfected. That lack, is patience. James assures them that the Lord of glory is coming soon. He is coming to judge sinners and to judge them. That is both a comfort but also a concern to them. James' command is for them to be patient. And what does patience look like? Well so far, James has given two aspects of patience. Two ways that they can wait actively. First, they must fortify their hearts. They must strengthen their faith. We pointed out last week that God has given various means by which we can strengthen our faith. Ordinary means like hearing and obeying the Word, prayer, and fellowship with God's people. And special means like Baptism and the Lord's Supper. All of these build our faith and fortify us against difficulty and trials. Second, if they are to wait actively, they must resist the temptation to grumble against one another. Grumbling against other believers including their spiritual leaders, is a sure sign that they are not waiting patiently. Today, we will see two more aspects of what it means to wait actively. I am in James 5. I'll begin reading in verse 7 again, just to pick up the context. I am reading from the ESV, but you can follow along in the pew bible on page 1363 or in whatever version you have. Transition: You have no doubt heard the expression, “Monkey see, monkey do.” The essence of this expression is to remark on the predictable nature of human beings. We often simply blend into the environment in which we find ourselves. I saw a video once of an experiment. The whole room was made up to be the waiting room of a doctor's office. Upon arriving, each subject came into a room with five or six people already there. A few minutes after sitting down a bell would sound over the loud speaker. All 5 people who were there already were in on the experiment, upon hearing the bell ding, got up out of their chairs and stood for a few seconds. A second bell rang a few moments later and then they all sat down. What is remarkable is… that almost every single test subject, while struggling to understand why… eventually just went along with everyone else. Even after a new person came in. They just kept standing and sitting according to the bell. Oftentimes, we do what we see others do. We mimic – especially when we are in uncomfortable or unfamiliar situations. James calls his audience to wait on the Lord. And to do so while they are in a very uncomfortable and unfamiliar spot. So James draws the attention of his readers… to those who have gone before them. Monkey see… monkey do. I.) The Lord is coming soon to judge sinners and show mercy to His people, so we must draw encouragement from previous examples. (10-11) a. [Slide 2] 10 – As an example of suffering and patience, brothers, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. i. It is truly rare to find a prophet of Israel who was not hated and reviled. ii. Some of the most quoted and noteworthy prophets of God were despised and rejected by their own people. iii. Even Jesus, the GREAT PROPHET was despised and rejected by most of the Jewish people. iv. Yet these prophets faithfully endured, preaching the words of God, even though some of them knew that the people would not listen. b. [Slide 3] 11 – Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. i. But speaking to Christ-following Jews, James speaks more highly of them. ii. He reminds them that they looked upon these prophets and the GREAT PROPHET Jesus, as blessed. As favored of God. As gifted with power and passion from Yahweh. iii. And what is the evidence that this was so? They remained steadfast. They held out. iv. They did not cave to the pressure. They did not bow to the wishes of kings, priests, other prophets, or emperors. v. Though they were tortured, imprisoned, abused, mocked, scorned, afflicted, ignored, killed, and put through hell on earth – they endured suffering to do what God had for them to do. vi. And we now reflect on their ministry and consider them blessed of God. vii. Why? viii. Because they held fast. ix. They endured. x. They patiently trusted God. xi. James brings a second example. c. [Slide 4] You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, i. Job lost everything – for a time. ii. He lost his possessions – for a time. He lost his friends – for a time. He lost his wife – for a time. He lost his health – for a time. iii. And although he was quite arrogant with God and demanded answers from Him… he certainly never rejected God. He never followed the advice of his wife to curse God and die. iv. He endured through all his pain without turning from God or rejecting Him. v. He may have cursed the day he was born, but he never cursed God. vi. In many ways what James' audience is experiencing is certainly no more than what Job experienced and probably far less. vii. But James doesn't simply point to the example of the prophets and Job. viii. No. He points to the God behind those examples. d. [Slide 5] And you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful. i. What was the Lord's purpose in the prophets suffering? ii. What was the Lord's compassionate and merciful end for Job? iii. What is the Lord's purpose in our suffering? iv. What is the Lord's purpose in our trials? v. What is the Lord's purpose in our pain? vi. Is it not compassion and mercy? vii. But you might say - the prophets died… many of them tortured! Job still lost everything… even if he did get more back in the end. How can we call that compassion and mercy? viii. Friends, all the Lord does is full of compassion and mercy. Even His wrath is merciful and compassionate. ix. When you understand the sinfulness of sin and wickedness of man's heart – you realize that even these prophets and Job did not get what they truly deserved. x. Not to mention the compassion and mercy that comes as a result of their ministry. xi. The Lord put His prophets through the ringer so His message of judgment and call for repentance could be preached. Certainly, we know that many who heard them with their own ears, did not listen and certainly national Israel was judged for not listening. xii. But there have been countless Jews won to Christ because of Isaiah's prophesy in chapter 53! xiii. An innumerable number of suffering servants of God have looked to the book of Job and seen the gospel on full display! xiv. Our personal pain, trial, and suffering… could be a way for God to show compassion and mercy on others. xv. And no matter how much God puts us through, it is far less than we deserve. For there are far worse things than being oppressed and afflicted by men. xvi. Men can only harm the body, after all. But God can cast a person's soul into hell. xvii. Indeed, Jesus said that to suffer for His name is to be blessed. That we should rejoice. xviii. My friends… the Lord is compassionate and merciful to us… even in our suffering. Even in our oppression. Even in our pain. e. [Slide 6] Passage Truth: Although it is less obvious in this particular portion, the main truth of this passage continues. The Lord is coming soon. The same Lord who had a compassionate and merciful purpose behind the suffering of the prophets and Job, is coming soon. f. Passage Application: So, James has told them to be patient. To wait on the Lord. One way they can be waiting actively is to go back and remember these examples. They should go back and remember what the prophets endured by the grace of God. They should go back and reflect on the compassionate purpose and merciful ends of those who endured by His grace. And they should endeavor to do likewise. g. [Slide 7] Broader Biblical Truth: The whole cannon of scripture reveals that the Lord of glory will one day make all things right. He will do so by returning to His people. He will bring them close to Him and they will never be separated from Him again. h. Broader Biblical Application: So, CBC, what does that mean for us? Since we know the ending, that God will return – what does that mean? It means we must be patient. We must wait on the Lord. Certainly, this is true – but how can we do that? We have learned last week that we must fortify our faith, partaking of the ordinary and special means of grace. We have seen how not to be patient, which is to grumble against other believers. But how else can we be patient in the midst of suffering and trial? We can look to the examples given to us in scripture. How God has dealt mercifully and compassionately with His people. How He has designed good for them in spite of all the pain. And how God's purposes are often far grander and greater in trial that we could possibly imagine. God's blessing is on those who endure suffering patiently. So, we must endure. We must be patient. We can do that by looking to those who have gone before us and seeing God's mercy and compassion on them. Transition: [Slide 8(blank)] Regardless of what we are facing in this life, we know that we have a God working all things for the good of those who love Him and who have been called to do His will. We can observe that throughout the history of His people. We can fortify our faith to endure and we can keep our tongue from grumbling against others. In all this we can wait patiently on the Lord's return. But what else can we do? How else is patience defined? II.) The Lord is coming soon to judge sinners and show mercy to His people, so we must hold fast to our confession. (12) a. [Slide 9] 12 – But above all, my brothers, i. Because James says above all here, many believe that this verse belongs with the next section. ii. In fact, myself and only a select few commentators believe this verse goes with James' thoughts concerning patience and waiting on the Lord. iii. What could be an alternate way to interpret “above all” if not establishing some kind of distinct context or closing out the letter? Well, perhaps when James says above all here, he speaks to the greatest sin related to impatience. iv. The greatest sin that we could commit when faced with long trials, persecutions or pains… the greatest expression of not trusting our God is found… right here. v. That is why James says… above all. vi. Well, what could it be? b. [Slide 10] Do not swear i. In English vernacular to swear can sometimes mean to use vulgar language. ii. That is not what is happening here. iii. To swear or to make an oath is to do one of two things. iv. First it is to promise that you are telling the truth and to promise that in the name of something precious to you or on the life of something that is immovable or unshakable. 1. Perhaps even swearing using God's name. 2. The purpose of this kind of oath is to immediately dismiss any doubt in someone's mind as to the legitimacy of what you are saying. v. A second form of oath is to bargain or barter to get something you want by offering something you love. In this case a person who swore an oath on God would be invoking Him to do something for them and they would keep their end of a bargain or deal. vi. Certainly, to swear an oath in God's name regardless of which one we picked, would be blasphemous? vii. But James, like Jesus, does not consider this the only form of oath that is blasphemous. c. [Slide 11] Either by heaven or by earth or by any other oath, i. The Jews were taught about the seriousness of swearing an oath in the name of Yahweh. ii. The prevailing interpretation of Leviticus 19:12 was that all vows that were made in close association to Yahweh, God's name, were binding and must be kept iii. However, vows made with a significant distance from God's name were not binding. iv. Like swearing by heaven or by earth. v. An oath says that for the sake of the earth or for the sake of heaven – let them all dissolve if I am lying. vi. Therefore, there were entire booklets at the time outlining what you could and could not swear by if you intended to break your oath. vii. James mimics Christ's teaching in the sermon on the mount when he eliminates these as options for making oaths and vows. viii. Christ said that heaven was God's home and that earth was His footstool. ix. The Jews desired to make oaths that were distanced from God but Jesus shows that you can't get away from God in His creation. He is everywhere. Therefore, to swear by anything is to swear by God. x. James forms the same conclusion that Christ did too. d. [Slide 12] But let your “yes” be yes and your “no” be no i. In other words, tell the truth. ii. Keep your promises. iii. If you say yes, mean yes. If you say no, mean no. iv. And in this, no one will doubt you since you are always trustworthy and truthful. v. This doesn't necessarily make it sin to swear an oath where an oath is appropriate. In court hearings or in the taking of an office – oaths are appropriate. vi. In this vein, making a covenant with someone is akin to making an oath. When we promise to keep our membership covenant with one another, we are, in effect, giving an oath. vii. We offer vows in our wedding ceremonies – even in God's name. viii. But for normal everyday life – we are not to swear oaths to prove we are not liars. Or to intentionally deceive others. Or to make bargains with God to get what we desire. ix. Instead, what we say should be what we mean. x. Why? e. [Slide 13] So that you may not fall under condemnation. i. This is one strong reason that I believe this verse should be included in this context. James again refers to the coming judgment of the Lord. ii. He insists that the Lord is coming soon, that he is coming to judge sinners and His people. He will deal compassionately and mercifully for the faithful but will condemn the faithless. iii. But why would God bring condemnation on those who swear an oath? iv. What makes this particular command to not swear an oath, above all? How does it relate to being patient? v. [Slide 14] There are two basic interpretations for how this is an expression of impatience. 1. A foolish vow made promising something valuable in exchange for something else. a. Perhaps in his look back at positive examples of prophets and Job, James thinks of some negative examples of impatience and foolishness. b. Perhaps he thinks of Herod who in a moment of foolishness swore to his niece to give her anything she wanted. Which he regretted, since she asked for the head of John the Baptist. c. Or perhaps he thinks back to Japheth's vow in Judges 11. i. For those unfamiliar with the story, ii. The Ammonites rose up against a branch of the tribe of Manasseh called Gilead. The tribe sought out Japheth's help. Indeed, they were in such dire straits that they offered him leadership of the branch of the tribe. iii. Japheth begins by trying to settle the matter with the Ammonites. The king of the Ammonites did not listen. iv. At this point the Spirit of God was upon Japheth and he rode out to meet the Ammonites head on. v. Before doing so, he made a vow. He promised that if the Lord delivered the Ammonites into his hand, that the very first thing that came out of his house when he returned in peace, he would offer as a burnt offering to God. vi. God gave him victory over the Ammonites. But when Japheth returned home the first thing out of his home was his only child, a daughter who was too young to have been wed. vii. Although there are many attempts by several commentators to try to lessen the blow, it is obvious that after a period of mourning, Japheth sacrificed his daughter on an altar to Yahweh. d. Coming back to our context here, James is commanding his audience to not do the same. e. Do not enter a bargain or plea deal with God to trade alleviation of your pain, suffering, or trial for something you hold dear. Don't swear to give something to God if He would only ease your pain. f. Instead, let your yes be yes and your no be no. You have said that you believe that God is good… so keep believing. You have said you trust God. So, keep trusting. There is no need to strike a deal. Simply be patient. g. Indeed, to strike such a deal is to imitate Gideon or Jephthah from the Old Testament and their very little faith in God's promises. h. But another way we could see this is… 2. A hasty vow made to escape persecution. a. Although similar in substance the details diverge quite quickly in this second interpretation. b. Similar to the first, an oath is made to attempt to get out of persecution or pain. c. However, this vow is not made to God but to the rich and powerful who are doing the oppressing. d. Perhaps James' mind goes to the negative example of the disciples and in particular Peter. e. Peter made an oath, swearing that he did not know Jesus at all. All so he could not be captured along with Jesus and killed. f. James then warns against denying Christ, making a vow, swearing by heaven or earth or anything at all, that you do not know Him, so that you can be freed from the pain and oppression given to Christ's followers. g. Instead, they should let their confession stand and take what they get. Their affirmation, their YES to Jesus should be a yes at all times and in all circumstances. h. If this interpretation is right, James has condemned in His letter any kind of salvation that does not include both confession and lifestyle. Just as it is not genuine saving faith to confess Christ but live as the world – so also it is not genuine saving faith to deny Christ but live in obedience to His commands. vi. All things considered I believe the second interpretation fits the context the best, but I think either interpretation would be suitable application to being patient. vii. James wants his audience to tell the truth and not make some kind of vow hoping to dupe their oppressors. To do so would show a lack of faith in God that He has good for them even in their trial, and it would be deliberately lying which God hates. viii. Therefore, patience in a trail does not attempt to weasel out of trouble by swearing an oath of non-affiliation with Christ. f. [Slide 15] Passage Truth: Through the entire passage now from verse 7 through to verse 12, James has emphasized the immanency of the Lord's return. The Lord is coming to judge the living and the dead. He is coming to vindicate the righteous and punish the wicked. g. Passage Application: Therefore, they must be patient. They must wait on the Lord. And they can wait actively by not denying Christ to get out of their persecution or trial. h. [Slide 16] Broader Biblical Truth: Do we see this taught throughout the scriptures? I hope that by now you can see that point conclusively proven. God is at work to bring about the completion of His will. He has written the end from the beginning. He will soon return and usher in the last chapter of His plan. i. Broader Biblical Application: So, CBC, we must fight the urge to deny our Lord. When we are hurting, when we have a long trial, when we are in pain – we can do some pretty crazy things. Things that we wouldn't normally do. And our actions become even more unpredictable as we add in things like persecution, suffering, and facing potential martyrdom. It may be tempting for us to distance ourself from God. We might think – “I can deny Him and then immediately repent of it after I am safely out of harm's way.” There is a myriad of problems with such thinking. First, the Lord's return is immanent. You may not have an opportunity to repent of your denial. Second, Christ's words ring in our ears, “if you deny me before men, I will deny you before my Father.” Third, to make a vow or oath intentionally to deceive someone so you can get out of trouble is blasphemous and faithless. God HATES a lying tongue. Can you do something God hates on purpose and be a Christian? That is a thought worthy of consideration regardless of the answer. My friends, though we face uncertain days ahead – we must purpose in our hearts to let our yes be yes and our no be no. If we confess Christ, we must hold fast to our confession. In this we are being patient. For we do not fear what men can do to us – but trust that God is merciful and compassionate toward us – His people. Conclusion: [Slide 17 (end)] So what have we learned CBC and how then shall we live? I think we can wrap it up in a nice little bow by quoting Christ in Matthew 10:26-33. 26 “So have no fear of them, for nothing is covered that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known. 27 What I tell you in the dark, say in the light, and what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops. 28 And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell. 29 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. 30 But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. 31 Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. 32 So everyone who acknowledges me before men, I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in heaven, 33 but whoever denies me before men, I also will deny before my Father who is in heaven. My friends. The Lord of glory is returning soon. He will come to judge the living and the dead. He will come to punish the wicked and reward the righteous. And we will give an account for every action we have done and every word we have spoken. Though we won't face His wrath we will certainly face his judgment. One day, everything that has been said in quiet that people cannot see - will be shouted from rooftops and will be obvious to all. The light of truth will be seen even by the spiritually dead. And those who harm, maim, kill, and destroy us today… will not endure then. So be patient. My friends – I know I sound like a broken record. I know that you may tire of me saying it. And you may still be in denial about it. And while I still think that revival is possible and the rescue of this nation is possible – I think it would be healthy for us to come to grips with the very real probability that within the next few decades we may see actual, real, and intentional persecution of genuine Christians in this nation. In James' day they faced persecution for eating and drinking the blood of their dead leader. Is this an accurate description of the Lord's Supper? Of course not! But that is what they saw. And our culture will see the same things in us. It doesn't matter how kindly or winsomely we disagree. They will still hate us simply for disagreeing. Very soon if we do not affirm (not just tolerate) but affirm the transgender, LGBTQA+ community, if we do not begin considering abortion a human right and only keep our disagreement in the realm of when we can abort and not if we can abort, if we do not admit openly that we not only need Christ to free us from sin but in addition we need to repent and make reparations for our inherent racism simply because we are a particular skin color. Very soon, my friends, if we do not bend or break on these matters. We will be persecuted. It has already begun. JP morgan chase has allegedly cancelled several accounts of religious freedom organizations and if they want their account reinstated, they must provide to JP Morgan Chase a list of all who donated to them. What if every bank in America did this? What if every credit card company did this. What if every employer did this. At this point it is probably too late. If you are here among us today – all your information – no matter how off the grid you think you are – your affiliation with Christ, this church, and our increasingly unpopular viewpoint on these matters – that connection is well established. Very soon – you may not be able to be a Christian and get a job. Or buy a house. Or get a loan. Or receive your pension or social security. Or find a lawyer to represent you. Very soon protestors may be meeting in the front of our church every week. Very soon, I may be hauled off to St. Clair County jail for teaching what the bible says. What will you do then? What should you do then? You should be patient. Why? Because the Lord is soon returning. Fortify your hearts. Don't grumble against each other but draw near to one another. Look to the examples of those who have patiently endured suffering for His name. Look to them so you can gain the courage to patiently endure and rejoice when you are persecuted for His sake. Finally… Don't deny Him. When the persecution of the church first began and Paul was hunting down Christians to haul them to jail. How do you think Paul found out where they lived? Some of them were fairly obvious. But some would have no doubt been hard to find. Do you think sons, daughters, friends, fathers, brothers, mothers, uncles, cousins, do you think they turned them in? Do you think they did so to escape persecution themselves? The same is going to happen here in this country. Perhaps even under the sound of my voice right now… a Judas walks among us. One who will turn us in to the authorities to escape imprisonment themselves. God forbid my friend. Steel yourself against such temptation! Do not forfeit your soul for temporary comfort! You cannot betray God's people and expect to be welcomed into His Kingdom. Do not agree to any terms where you must deny your Lord or abuse His bride to save your skin. Instead, be patient. Suffer with us. Endure. Why? For the Lord will soon return. And He will show us the purpose and end of all of this. He will show us His compassion and mercy. Are we not worth many sparrows? Those whom the Lord has purchased with His death, earthen vessels He has chosen to store His treasure in, the bride of His Son… are we not worth much to Him? Don't be afraid. Be patient instead. Wait on the Lord.

This episode features a conversation between Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio and Lee Reese and Malina Layne from Saint Clair County Intergovernmental Grants Department. 

Dr. Elra Morgan, founder and director of St. Clair County Laser Pain Center, was interviewed on Optimal Health Radio about revolutionary laser therapy for pain management.Dr. Elra Morgan, founder, and director of St. Clair County Laser Pain Center, is introducing revolutionary laser therapy for pain management in the community. With over 4,000 treated patients and a wealth of experience, Dr. Morgan is a leading expert in laser therapy.Laser therapy is a safe and effective alternative to traditional pain management methods, offering minimal side effects and faster and more lasting results. The therapy delivers a concentrated dose of light energy to damaged or inflamed tissues, promoting faster healing, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain. Unlike medications, laser therapy treats the root cause of the pain, not just the symptoms.St. Clair County Laser Pain Center offers laser therapy for a wide range of conditions, including back pain, neuropathy, plantar fasciitis, and knee pain. Dr. Morgan combines laser therapy with other modalities, such as non-surgical spinal decompression, vibration therapy, and balance rehabilitation, for optimal results.“We have seen amazing results with laser therapy,” says Dr. Morgan. “Not only does it relieve pain, but it also improves range of motion, balance, and overall quality of life. Laser therapy is safe for everyone, and we welcome patients from all over, even international patients.”Dr. Morgan's extensive background and training include an honors graduate from Logan College of Chiropractic, a Master's Degree in Sports Science and Sports Rehabilitation (M.S.), and a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Life Science and Biology. He completed a multi-disciplinary clinical internship with the Detroit Lions, a hospital externship with Brain and Neuro-Spine Clinic of Cape Girardeau Missouri, and is an internationally certified chiropractic sports physician. He has completed advanced certification in Graston, ART, Myofascial release, Kinesio-taping, and FAKTR and is a certified Youth Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Dr. Morgan is also the author of numerous articles pertaining to the diagnosis and treatment of auto-related personal injuries.To learn more about St. Clair County Laser Pain Center and laser therapy, visit their website at www.stclaircountylaserpaincenter.com or call (810) 420-0801 to schedule a consultation.The Optimal Health Showhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/optimal-health-show/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/leading-expert-dr-elra-morgan-brings-revolutionary-laser-therapy-to-st-clair-county-for-pain-management

Katie O'Malley joins Ty in the Big Z Media studio and discusses her ups and downs that led to her almost 4 years of continuous recovery. Born in the St. Clair County, Illinois, Katie is the daughter of her late father, Michael, a prominent and respected judge, who shares her travels to Manhattan and where she was on September 11th, 2001. She also discussed with transparency how her addiction spiraled after she tried heroin for the first and fell in love immediately. As she descended into her active addiction, she accidentally struck a pedestrian with her vehicle, which led to darker and more depressive days after St. Louis news agencies picked up on the story and it was publicized. She felt she was a failure and an embarrassment to her family and had to seek professional guidance to deal with her conflictions. She eventually turned her life around after completing a residential treatment program and is now happily married, attending a Certification Peer Recovery Specialist program at SIUE, a local university, and interns at a local Recovery Community Organization (RCO), Amare. www.myrecoverypodcast.comwww.facebook.com/recoveryuncensoredwww.twitter.com/recoveryuncens1

Groundskeepers at a cemetery in St. Clair County have built an area just for children. Many of those resting in Baby Land were victims of gun violence.

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NEITHER BATTERY NOR FAILURE TO REMOVE INTOXICATED PATRON IS AN OCCURRENCE In Crum & Forster Specialty Insurance Company v. Spike's Pub & Grub, d/b/a Vincint Von Hart LLC, and Devin Elliott, No. 3:21-CV-1722-NJR, United States District Court, S.D. Illinois (January 4, 2023) Plaintiff Crum & Forster Specialty Insurance Company (“CFSIC”) sought an order declaring that it owes no duty to defend or indemnify Defendant Spike's Pub & Grub, d/b/a Vincint Von Hart LLC (“Spike's”), in a case pending in the Circuit Court of St. Clair County, Illinois. BACKGROUND Devin Elliott (“Elliott”) sued Spike's Public House, LLC, d/b/a Spike's Pub & Grub (the “Underlying Action”). In the Underlying Action, Elliott alleges that on March 18, 2021, Spike's sold or gave alcoholic beverages to Corey Lyell, causing Lyell's intoxication. While intoxicated, and as a result of his intoxication, Lyell attacked Elliott and stabbed him multiple times, inflicting severe injury upon Elliott. AVAILABLE INSURANCE Spike's was insured under a Commercial General Liability policy issued by CFSIC (“the Policy”). CFSIC, however, advised Spike's in writing that it owed no obligation to defend or indemnify Spike's based on the terms of the Policy. CFSIC filed a Complaint for Declaratory Judgment seeking a declaration that it has no duty to defend or indemnify Spike's under the Policy. Both Spike's and Elliott failed to answer the Complaint, and the Clerk of Court entered default pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 55(a) as to both Defendants on July 22, 2022. CFSIC then moved for Default Judgment. LEGAL STANDARD Rule 55(a) requires the clerk to enter default when a party against whom a judgment for affirmative relief is sought has failed to plead or otherwise defend and that failure is shown by affidavit or otherwise. DISCUSSION A duty to defend arises if the allegations in the complaint fall within or potentially within the coverage of the policy. This is known as the “eight corners” rule: the court compares the four corners of the underlying complaint with the four corners of the insurance policy to determine whether facts alleged in the underlying complaint fall within or potentially within coverage. If they do, the insurer has a duty to defend. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/barry-zalma/support

The Matt McClearin Show began Wednesday's first hour with Brian Estridge, play by play voice for TCU Football, previewing the national championship game and saying what's different about The Frogs under head coach Sonny Dykes compared to Gary Patterson's tenure.  21:15 - Conrad delivers the Daily News and looks into the St. Clair County fire and the life expectancy of Alabamians.  41:03 - Matt likes what he sees from (most of) the SEC in college basketball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features a conversation between Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio and Lee Reese and Malina Layne from Saint Clair County Intergovernmental Grants Department. 

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#CommunityLifeline Episode 24 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Wyvetta Granger Executive Director of Community Lifeline East St. Louis. Director Granger tells us of her life journey that led her to First Lady of one of the most outreaching and effective churches and community centers in St. Clair County and the St. Louis Metro area. Lady Granger enlightens us on services they provide, the love they give, and her hope and vision for the future of the community she loves.Please join us on YouTube and everywhere podcasts are heard for this amazing Episode! Please don't forget to like, love, share and SUBSCRIBE!#pearls #politics #podcast #community #building #motivation #inspiration #strength #communityservice #faith #church #newlife #communitylifeline #estl #89blocks #giving #loving #kindness #humanity #ny&co #stevemadden #expressyou #apple #iheart #googlepodcast #stitcher #audible #radiopublic #youtube #d9 #nphc #sparkleshome #everythingblingaccessoriesandthings Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pearlsandpolitics/donations

A woman is awoken in the middle of the night only to find herself in the sight of a shotgun. Her husband chases the intruder away, narrowly avoiding tragedy. But is all that it seems to be? And will a dark secret reveal itself? This week, join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the developing story out of Michigan. Will this case be enough to make you...check the locks? Follow Us: Instagram Twitter Join Our Facebook Group Want to support the show? Become a Patreon! Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple Podcasts Post-production editing courtesy of Mat Halliday of Mat Halliday Audio Production Sources: St. Clair County man accused of fabricating story about home intruder, trying to kill wife faces examination - mlive.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/checkthelocks/message

Live—from the campus of Hillsdale College in beautiful Hillsdale Michigan— this is Scot Bertram in for Steve on the Steve Gruber Show for –August 16th 2022—   —Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — The Inflation Reduction Act will be signed into law by President Biden today.  Democrats pushed the bill through the House late last week just days after it narrowly passed the Senate.  A White House statement said the measure will lower prescription drug prices in addition to fighting climate change and reducing the deficit.   Two—   The boil water advisory for seven communities in metro Detroit will last for at least two weeks. There are 133-thousand people impacted by a water main break in Port Huron near the Great Lakes Water Authority's St. Clair County water treatment facility. A new piece of the 120-inch pipe has arrived for crews to begin the repairs.     And number three— It's a big day for three high-profile Republicans as Alaska and Wyoming get set to hold the primary elections today.  Wyoming Congresswoman and staunch Trump critic Liz Cheney is expected to lose her GOP primary against attorney Harriet Hageman, who has Trump's endorsement.  In Alaska, Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski faces a Trump-supported primary challenger after she voted to convict the former president in his second impeachment trial.

Mark Kern, St. Clair County, IL, Board Chairman talks with Tom Ackerman and Carol Daniel about the expansion of Mid-America Airport in Mascoutah and a new record flights. 

The HOA President of a subdivision in unincorporated Millstadt, retired Air Force veteran, and spokesman explains issues with many St. Clair County residents never receiving communication that there would be a vote held.

May 31. 2022 ~ Full Show. Live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Richard Czuba, Founder of Glengariff Group discusses the results of the comprehensive poll his company conducted for the Detroit Regional Chamber. Senior News Analyst Chris Renwick with the latest from Uvalde Texas. Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson reports on talks between Senator John Cornyn and Chris Murphy starting talks on bi-partisan gun reform. Glenn Stevens Jr. Executive Director MICHAuto gives his take on why Michigan seems to be losing out on manufacturing plants to other states. Former US Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan Matthew Schneider reacts to the Mike Duggan accusations that he outed an informant in the Detroit towing investigation. Brian Calley, President and CEO of the Small Business Association stops by the broadcast. Jason Hayes, Director of Environmental Policy Mackinac Center for Public Policy on how shutting down the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant could lead to more blackouts in Michigan and Jeff Bohm, St. Clair County Commissioner highlights the benefits of living, working and doing business in St. Clair County.

May 31, 2022 ~ Jeff Bohm, St. Clair County Commissioner, talks with Guy Gordon about what's going on in St. Clair County and the purpose of the Mackinac Policy Conference.

Commodity groups are starting to focus on the next farm bill, as Congress' two Ag Committees hold or gear up for hearings on the next five-year farm policy bill. Items like crop insurance, ARC, PLC, and livestock disease prevention will be discussed. Colleen Callahan Director IDNR talks funds for her department allocated in the state budget, the most generous in 20 yearsJim Taylor Farm Week Crop Watcher report from St. Clair County. DeLoss Jahnke has NASS Numbers and shares a Kent Casson report. Jim Taylor has the early morning markets.

In this episode, we discuss: why property owners in St. Clair County received postcards this week and what it means for their wallet! Sat, March 12, 9am-noon is the first Vine Street Micro Market of the season!  Thurs, March 17 5-8pm is the Downtown District St. Patty's Day Grub Crawl! Sunday, March 20th is Nitro Salsa's Sunday Dinner pick up! Homemade lasagna, salad with Nitro Buttermilk Ranch dressing and Honey Wheat Brown Bread feeds up to 6 people. Deadline to order is March 17.  Follow us on Instagram @The618Now. Submit business updates, show ideas and events you'd like us to consider promoting to events@ofallonchamber.com. 

This week's edition of the Talking Michigan Transportation podcast features conversations about the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) initiative to bundle bridge projects together to make them more cost effective. First, Rebecca Curtis, deputy chief bridge engineer at MDOT, explains how the program stretches taxpayer dollars to help some local road agencies make major improvements on their bridges.  Curtis explains the need for the program because of the growing need as funding has not kept up with the wear and decline in bridge conditions. She also explains MDOT's role in oversight of local bridge inspections and quality assurance as required by the Federal Highway Administration.You can track progress on the projects on MDOT's online dashboard. Later, Wayne Harrall, deputy managing director of engineering at the Kent County Road Commission and a former member of a regional bridge council, offers a local agency perspective on the bundling concept. Harrall explains how a sound asset management plan has allowed his agency to stretch the dollars and maintain bridges even in Michigan's decades-long challenged transportation funding environment. He also shares the reasons he's a champion for the bridge bundling concept, saying in a news release, "This is the most supportive program from the State of Michigan for local bridges that I've ever seen. The MDOT Bureau of Bridges has engaged with local agencies from the beginning, before there was even funding allocated to the effort." Podcast photo: Palms Road over Belle River in St. Clair County. Photo courtesy of HNTB.

Do you find it hard to balance running a business and being a good and present parent? You aren't alone! In this episode, Rachel Grimm from Homes by Janell joins us to share some tips and tricks she's learned along her journey of being a working Mom along with some philosophies that often help communicate our why to our children.Looking for a realtor in the St. Clair County area? Email Rachel at: rachel@homesbyjanell.com to see how she can help!If you want to work on your business to provide more time to spend with your family, schedule a free business analysis meeting at: www.elitebusinessadvising.com!

The year is winding to a close and the holidays are upon us this week! This episode starts off a little lighter hearted than usual with some of your local experts' favorite Christmas memories. We end the episode bringing to light some missing persons and unsolved crimes from all across the state. If you have any information we have included the local law enforcement contact numbers below. Walker County Sheriff's Office 205-302-6464 Auburn Police Department 334-501-3100 Crime Stoppers St. Clair County 205-254-7777 Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office 205-752-0616 Theme song is The Legend of Hannah Brady by the Shane Givens Band https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-legend-of-hannah-brady/1013006958?i=1013006965 Sources: https://www.facebook.com/secretscrime/photos/rebecca-becky-ferguson-has-been-missing-since-september-16-1988-she-was-32-years/730597187453972/ https://charleyproject.org/case/rebecca-ferguson https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/137390960/rebecca-ferguson https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/news/crime/2019/08/19/heaven-lashae-ross-death-is-still-unsolved-16-years-later/4414695007/ https://www.al.com/news/2018/08/heaven_lashae_ross_vanished_15.html https://www.al.com/news/montgomery/2015/07/twenty_years_later_auburn_poli.html https://www.wsfa.com/story/29620999/auburn-pd-revisit-20-year-old-au-student-death-case/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/kelleyhendersonhoward/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/truecrimeoneasystreet/support

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#MURDER #SabrinaDunigan #BLACKWOMEN An East St. Louis mother has been charged in St. Clair County in the deaths of her five children in an apartment fire in August. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephen-woodard3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephen-woodard3/support

Spending time with Gene Verdu, or as his friends refer to him, “Uncle Gene,” was such an amazing day for me! This episode was created to be the kick-off podcast for The Love A Senior Day in St. Clair County, (Belleville, IL) in October 2021. We unfortunately had to postpone the event until June 10, 2022, so we decided to move forward with the podcasts and share the great stories Uncle Gene has to share about his work over the years with children in Belize AND seniors in the St. Clair County area.  Uncle Gene never stops thinking about new things to do to enhance people's lives and the programs he has created will live on for generations to come!   The Uncle Gene Foundation is the host for the Love A Senior Day in Belleville, IL and you will hear why it is such a great fit. This podcast will be featured on The Love a Senior Day podcast platform as well, along with the other sponsor podcasts.   Grab a cup of coffee and sit back, relax and enjoy Uncle Gene's story as he shares with me on the show.   For more information about the Uncle Gene Foundation, visit https://unclegenefoundation.org/  To be a part of the Love A Senior Day in Belleville, IL on JUNE 10, visit https://loveasenior.org/love-a-senior-day-belleville-il/ Sign up to be a sponsor or a vendor!! It will be an amazing day!

Rita Frazer receives a Crop Watcher report from Dave Hankammer in St. Clair County and update from Illinois Pork Producers Executive Director Jennifer Tirey on IPPA's plans for the Illinois State Fair and a webinar for pork producers on August 10 to prepare for African Swine Fever. Raelynn Parmely, Illinois Farm Bureau Environmental Program Manager, shares information on watershed planning meetings and field days. State Treasurer Michael Frerichs shares information on the State's Credit Rating and plans for the Illinois State Fair. Kevin Johnson with the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association shares an update on the upcoming MAGIE Show, August 24 and 25 and Anhydrous Training in September. Weather with Dan Hix, Freeze Notis weather.

Matt Kaye reports on the final hours of the Senate Infrastructure Bill debate, and the hurdles it will have to overcome once it moves to the house. Update from Illinois Pork Producers Executive Director Jennifer Tirey on IPPA's plans for the Illinois State Fair. Crop Conditions and Crop watcher report from Dave Hankammer in St. Clair County and Kent Casson in Livingston County. Weather and Markets.

Michigan schools struggling to find classroom aides in special education, Detroit grandma runs soul food restaurant on her front lawn, Stroh's is Michigan's most popular 'trashy' beer, study says, Want a schoolhouse in St. Clair County? It's free.

We're learning about the Recovery High School Program coming to St. Clair County Intervention Academy and its mission to provide a holistic education to youth who desire to recover from addiction. To learn more about the program in St. Clair County, contact Scott Steenbergh at 586-215-6534 or email him at scottsteenbergh@gmail.com

Ron Steward was inspired by his dad and uncle to appreciate classic cars, and he's directed that passion into creating a world class car show in Downtown Port Huron. Learn more about Main Street Memories Wheels on the Waterfront on their website: https://www.mainstreetmemoriesph.com/ (https://www.mainstreetmemoriesph.com/) This year's event details: Saturday, July 31st 10 AM - 4 PM Registration $15 until July 3rd, $20 day of show Donations support Council on Aging Inc. Serving St. Clair County

Nadya and Domenica turn their attention to Illinois to explore the state court system in our March episode. They are joined by Agnes Bugaj to discuss the Illinois Attorney General's office, the court system, the differences between civil and criminal law, and more. Agnes Bugaj is an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Illinois, working in the Sexually Violent Persons Bureau. She's previously worked as an Assistant State's Attorney for St. Clair County, IL, after graduating from the University of Iowa College of Law. Bugaj graduated from the University of Chicago in 2010 where she studied Linguistics and Political Science.

St. Louis County officials say it might have to stop booking immunization appointments today because of the low coronavirus vaccine supply. In the Metro East, St. Clair County officials are warning it might not have enough shots to get through Friday.

In Episode #15, our guest is Steve Ayers, the Emergency Coordinator (EC) for St. Clair County, Alabama, Amateur Radio Emergency Services Group (ARES).In this episode we discuss the role and organization of ARES and how the St Clair group goes further in providing information and services to the community and to served agencies such as the EMA, FEMA, and the Red Cross.We discuss the events of the killer tornadoes of April 27, 2011, which took the lives of over three hundred lives in Alabama, and the EF-4 tornado that killed a dozen in St. Clair County.We also discuss getting into ham radio,  ham radio testing, and Steve explains ham radio "nets" in detail.He references the groups Facebook page for those wishing more info, and his e-mail address for those who would like to communicate with him directly.E-mail: W4AMG@arrl.netFacebook: St Clair Count Alabama ARES/RACES

Dr. Dudley sits down with the Honorable Zina R. Cruse.  Many of the gains African Americans made in America has come as a direct result of the groundbreaking leadership and keen legal minds of many African Americans in the legal field. Judge Cruise is cut from that cloth and addresses how the law is one of the most generationally changing areas to exert ones leadership. Judge Cruze skillfully articulates how she became the first African American women appointed to the circuit court in Southern Illinois. Her story is a template to follow to breaking the glass ceiling and leading in any room.  Guest Bio: THE HONORABLE ZINA R. CRUSE Judge Zina R. Cruse is a Circuit Judge for the 20th Judicial Circuit Court in the State of Illinois, which includes St. Clair, Randolph, Monroe, Perry and Washington Counties. She is the first African-American woman elected to the Circuit bench in southern Illinois. Prior to becoming a Circuit Judge, Judge Cruse began serving as an Associate Judge in 2009, having previously practiced law in Illinois and Missouri for approximately 15 years. Judge Cruse currently presides over a felony docket. In addition to her full felony docket, she presides over the St. Clair County Mental Health Court and Veterans and Service Members Court and she oversees probationers in the Adult Redeploy program. She was appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court and currently serves on the Special Advisory Committee on Justice and Mental Health Planning. Judge Zina Cruse is the lead judge for Amnesty/Clean Slate Day and the county-wide Expungement & Sealing Summit programs held in St. Clair County, IL.Support the show

On this episode of the WhatCherithinks Podcast, Cherith sits down with LaTasha Toney. Toney is a licensed independent clinical social worker. She has worked with everyone across the life span in the home: in residential treatment facilities, in the community and in hospitals. Currently, she works in inpatient psychiatry. She is passionate about educating individuals about mental health and mental illness and helping them to learn ways to manage their mental health and mental illnesses. In addition to her 9-5, Toney also blogs about Mental Health and related issues at www.itstashascorner.com She is available to facilitate discussion on topics related to mental health, mental illness and coping with life to parents, teachers, community groups and whoever will listen! On the episode, Toney speaks of several agencies in the Greater Birmingham (Alabama) area that can provide additional resources and guidance regarding mental health. Those resources are listed below: Psychiatric Intake Resource Center (PIRC) - 205-638-7472 Open seven days a week, year around from 8am-11pm Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority https://jbsmentalhealth.com/childrens-services/ 205-595-4555 Ask for Children's Services Eastside Mental Health Center Jefferson County 129 East Park Circle Birmingham, AL 35235 (205) 836-7283 (Phone) (205) 836-9594 (Fax) Blount County 1002 2nd Avenue E Oneonta, AL 35121 (205) 625-3882 (Phone) (205) 625-4201 (Fax) St. Clair County 625 15th Street N Pell City, AL 35125 (205) 338-7525 (Phone) (205) 338-7557 (Fax) United Way 211 -- just dial 211 from your cell phone to get resources https://www.jeffersoncountychildren.org/parents/ https://www.cdc.gov/childrensmentalhealth/index.html Safety plan: http://www.acmh-mi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Creating-a-Family-Safety-Plan2.pdf Great resource for educators and parents https://childmind.org Great article on how anxiety can show up as behavior problems. https://childmind.org/article/how-anxiety-leads-to-disruptive-behavior/ Resource for teachers http://www.nasponline.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cherith-fluker/support

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — To help the public show appreciation to the trucking industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Illinois Department of Transportation will coordinate with groups that want to provide free food to truckers. Events that meet and follow specific safety requirements will be held at select IDOT weigh stations throughout the state. “We are proud to offer our assistance in saying thank you to truckers and giving them some encouragement in their travels,” said Omer Osman, the state's acting transportation secretary. “All of us owe these men and women our gratitude for keeping the nation's supply chain moving, making sure food is winding up in our homes, and getting medical supplies and equipment to the people that need them most.” The events will be held only at weigh stations, with a maximum time limit of three hours for each event. Illinois Department of Public Health criteria for handling food and other safety guidelines, which can be viewed by clicking here, must be followed at all times. Events will not be held at rest areas. Scheduling will be coordinated by IDOT and the Illinois State Police. Requests by organizations wishing to distribute food must be received at least five days in advance. The following weigh stations will be available between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: Interstate 55 southbound at Williamsville in Sangamon County; Interstate 57 northbound and southbound at Marion in Williamson County; Interstate 64 eastbound at O'Fallon in St. Clair County; Interstate 70 westbound at Marshall in Marshall County; Interstate 74 eastbound and westbound at Moline in Henry County; Interstate 80 eastbound and westbound at East Moline in Rock Island County; and Interstate 70 eastbound at Brownstown in Fayette County. For more information or to schedule a group's involvement, contact Keith Donovan, weight enforcement engineer, at keith.donovan@illinois.gov or 217-299-0934. Photo courtesy of the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Today we're chatting with Justice Sheila O'Brien, who retired from the Illinois Appellate court in 2011. You may know her as the person who successfully petitioned for a special prosecutor in the Jussie Smollett case, but I know her as my mom. In 1985 at just 29 years old, she was appointed the first female judge in St. Clair County in Illinois and so I'm excited to speak with her about those first hundred days. Show notes: www.firsthundreddayspod.com/podcast-guests/sheila-obrien-female-judge INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/firsthundreddays Original Music by Dan Chmielinkski --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/first-hundred-days/support

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