Teri Maddox

Columbia Mayor Kevin Hutchinson announced in August that he wouldn’t seek a fifth term in the April consolidated election.

Government, Politics & Issues

Metro East Mayor Resigns After Indicted By Grand Jury On Federal Charges

Teri Maddox

Kevin Hutchinson leaves “with a heavy heart” after serving 20 years in Columbia as alderman and later mayor.

Rural and smaller hospitals are having issues with transferring patients to a larger hospital due to the increase in COVID-19 patients.

Health, Science & Environment

With Large Illinois Hospitals Filled Up, Smaller Ones Must Treat More Critical Patients

Teri Maddox

Several small hospitals in the region report they’ve spent more time trying to find hospitals that can treat treat their sickest patients, particularly those at risk for COVID-19.

Ravanelli's Restaurant in Collinsville is one Metro East establishment following the coronavirus-related ban on indoor dining in the region. It still offers carryouts, including turkey dinners on Thanksgiving.

Economy & Business

It’s Not Easy, But Some Metro East Restaurants Are Still Following COVID Rules

Teri Maddox

Owners of Metro East restaurants that are following state COVID-19 rules are starting to feel like they’re in the minority. Dozens of other restaurants are inviting customers to eat inside, despite a ban on indoor dining ordered by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Oct. 28 to combat the rising number of coronavirus cases in the region.

The statue of Ninian Edwards was erected in 2008 in a small park in downtown Edwardsville that was funded by local donations.

Government, Politics & Issues

A Deeper Look At Edwardsville’s Slave-Owning Namesake And The Debate Over Statues

Teri Maddox

The namesake of Edwardsville owned enslaved people. The troubled history is creating a debate over the city's past and present.