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Mascoutah, Illinois. Phone: (618) 566-8282
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08/01/2024

Local Zip Codes on List for High-Risk Levels of Lead in Tap Water By Editor | August 1, 2024 | 0 Above is a stock photo of aged lead pipes. By Zachary Daum [email protected] The Illinois Department of Public Health recently released a list for high-risk zip codes in Illinois at risk for pedi...

07/29/2024

Rash of Pharmacy Burglaries Include Lebanon Location By Editor | July 24, 2024 | 0 The drive thru was damaged by a weapon, where the suspects entered the building, then destroyed the interior door with the same tool to make their way into the pharmacy itself. By Zachary Daum [email protected]...

07/26/2024

*Edit 7/26/24 1:40 PM- South 10th Street is now open. Thank you for your patience.

The City Yard Waste Facility will be closed until further notice to repair a forced main sewer break. We apologize for any inconvenience.

07/25/2024

National Girlfriend Day is Thursday, August 1. In celebration, The Herald asks that you post photos of you and your girlfriend, with the name of those in the photo from left to right, for potential publication in next week's issue! Of course, even if you aren't chosen to be featured in our printed pages, you'll still be here on our page!

07/19/2024

Underage Alcohol Sting Operation in Lebanon Results in 6 Busts By Editor | July 18, 2024 | 0 On July 11, 2024, the Lebanon Police Department and the Illinois Liquor Commission conducted an undercover operation to combat the sale of alcohol to minors. Out of eleven locations tested, six sold alcohol....

07/17/2024
Here, you can see a video of flooding that has been occurring throughout the day at Scott Air Force Base.
07/16/2024

Here, you can see a video of flooding that has been occurring throughout the day at Scott Air Force Base.

Heavy rainfall caused base-wide flooding on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, July 16, 2024. Due to continued persistent rain and flooding, the base went into a mission essential status. (U.S. Air Force video by Violette Hosack)

07/12/2024

A Lebanon Perspective on Mascoutah’s Choctaw Schoolhouse By Editor | July 12, 2024 | 0 Trinka has an original photo of Choctaw’s school picnic, in which several students and teachers are pictured, including Harms. by Alyssa Harris ah*************.com There are several historical sites in Masc...

07/12/2024

Words from the Mascoutah Food Pantry: The Mascoutah Food Pantry is open Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10-12 for drop off.
Baked beans, soups, cereal, laundry soap, and dish soap as well as several other items are currently needed. There is a donation cart at Betty Ann Market, donation boxes at the pantry itself, and an easy to use Amazon wishlist at: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/3TT2EQ9V508SW

07/12/2024

State Attorney Speaks About Officers’ Noble Sacrifice By Editor | July 11, 2024 | 0 James Gomric by Randy Pierce tr*************.com Saying he was humbled and “wholly unworthy” of speaking at an event designed to honor law enforcement officers who lost their lives while serving in the line ...

07/10/2024

Illinois Switching To ACT Exams For State Assessments By Editor | July 10, 2024 | 0 (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Campbell) By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois ph***********************.com SPRINGFIELD – When Illinois high school students sit down to take their annual state assessme...

07/04/2024

All Mascoutah School District Students to Receive Library Cards through Grant By Editor | July 4, 2024 | 0 In a deal between the Mascoutah Public Library and the Mascoutah School District, library cards will be available to any students who attend a school in the Mascoutah School District through th...

07/04/2024

Are you at the Annual Old Fashioned July Fourth Celebration in Mascoutah? Live music, food and fun!

07/01/2024

Local Moose Lodge Member Receives Highest Honor By Editor | June 30, 2024 | 0 As is stated on the Moose International website, a gold blazer, coordinated necktie, a white shirt, black trousers and black shoes are the official regalia of a Pilgrim. Richardson received his blazer upon being awarded th...

06/24/2024

Leullapalooza 2024 Coming Soon By Editor | June 22, 2024 | 0 By Zachary Daum [email protected] On Saturday, June 29, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Leu Civic Center in Mascoutah will host “Leullapalooza,” a family-friendly event featuring 22 vendors, two food trucks, a craft swap, a bike s...

Check out The Herald's coverage on the New Baden June Jamboree!
06/21/2024

Check out The Herald's coverage on the New Baden June Jamboree!

New Baden June Jamboree 2024 By Editor | June 21, 2024 | 0 Friday music was provided by the Cheers Band, who played a variety of rock, pop and country. From left, on the keyboard was Adam Koch, on guitar was Josh Gamboa, on drums Clint Massey, on vocals Andrew Davis and on bass Daniel Papineau. Some...

06/20/2024

Lebanon Queen of Hearts By Editor | June 20, 2024 | 0 Lebanon chamber vice president David Tate on left Bill Millikin on right owner of 50 N 4 Events. by Jeff Thornton The question is what is your lucky number? This Thursday, June 27 will be the twelfth week for people to try and find the Queen of H...

06/19/2024

Our newspapers may arrive a day late this week due to post office closures today. They may, however, still be purchased starting today at any retailer who carries them and will be available online tomorrow, as normal.

06/13/2024

Scott Hoskins Announced as New Publisher of Better Newspapers By Editor | June 13, 2024 | 0 Scott Hoskins By Zachary Daum [email protected] Better Newspapers announces Scott Hoskins as its new publisher and president. Serving as Better Newspapers Vice President as well as regional manager, H...

06/13/2024

Courthouse Bridge Open for Two Months By Editor | June 13, 2024 | 0 By Randy Pierce [email protected] Closed to the public since early March due to renovations under way at the St. Clair County Administration and Courts Building at 10 Public Square in Belleville, a pedestrian crosswalk bridge c...

06/13/2024

Helping Hands Club Project Asks You to Recycle By Editor | June 13, 2024 | 0 by Alyssa Harris [email protected] Pictured is the space where, upon meeting their goal, the Helping Hands club would place the NexTrex composite bench: near the community garden and swing set. The Helping Hands club a...

06/11/2024

Mascoutah Pool Reopens After Brief Closure By Editor | June 11, 2024 | 0 Mascoutah – Yesterday, residents of Mascoutah were met with unexpected disappointment when the Mascoutah Pool closed for the day, triggering a wave of frustration and upset throughout the community. The closure, however, was ...

06/10/2024

Mascoutah City Pool Closed for Safety Maintenance By Editor | June 10, 2024 | 0 Mascoutah — The City of Mascoutah has temporarily closed its public swimming pool due to a safety and maintenance issue. City Manager Cody Hawkins announced the closure after the discovery of a potential foreign materi...

06/05/2024

June 16 is Father's Day! Post photos of you with your father for a chance to be featured in The Herald! Please include names.

06/03/2024

Family, Friends Mourn Death of Publisher Greg Hoskins By Editor | June 3, 2024 | 0 Greg Hoskins By Pamela Rensing heraldpubs.com MASCOUTAH – Newspaper publisher Greg Hoskins, 67, of Mascoutah passed away at his home on Thursday, May 30. At the time of his death, he owned and operated four daily ne...

06/03/2024

Our office at The Herald will be closed tomorrow. We will open Wednesday as usual.

05/31/2024

Gregory A. Hoskins By Editor | May 31, 2024 | 1 Gregory A. Hoskins Gregory A. Hoskins, 67, of Mascoutah, IL, born Oct. 25, 1956, in Streator, IL died Thursday, May 30, 2024, at his home. Greg was the owner and operator of Better Newspapers, Inc. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Mascoutah a...

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