Start your Tuesday morning with community impact, local fundraising, and important updates from education and state leadership.
At 9:20 AM, it’s our North Alton Godfrey Business Council Spotlight, featuring Erin Bickle, Executive Director of Refuge, alongside Ben Hollis from Duke Bakery. We’ll highlight the work Refuge is doing to support the community, Duke Bakery’s continued role as a local staple, and why involvement in the NAGBC matters for businesses and nonprofits alike.
At 10:10 AM, we’re joined by representatives from the Alton Memorial Health Services Foundation to discuss their upcoming fundraiser, how it supports local healthcare initiatives, and why community participation is so important.
At 10:40 AM, Principal Baird joins us along with students from St. Ambrose Catholic School to preview Catholic Schools Week, highlighting faith, academics, service, and school pride.
Then at 10:50 AM, Amy Elik wraps up the morning with a District 111 update, sharing what’s happening in Springfield and across the district.
A Tuesday packed with local leadership, education, healthcare, and community connection across the Riverbend.
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