Scott Marion

3 weeks ago | theintelligencer.com | Scott Marion

The building that now houses Samm’s Last Chance Saloon in Edwardsville has quite a history, and Arlene Stephenson has been there for nearly all of it. Stephenson, 80, has worked at the bar for 59 years, working for seven different ownerships and five different names. Her last day on the job is Tuesday, June 10, and a special party in her honor is scheduled for Monday, June 9.

3 weeks ago | theintelligencer.com | Scott Marion

A weather expert from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is doing his part to help students gain a firsthand appreciation for the art of storm chasing. During the week of May 26, Dr. Alan Black led a group of SIUE students through five states as part of a “Storm Chasing and Field Assessment” class. Article continues below this ad“The course is through the geography department, and I usually teach it every other year.

3 weeks ago | bnd.com | Scott Marion |Edwardsville Intelligencer

For Edwardsville resident Kathryn Biarkis, there's nothing more enjoyable than sharing her enthusiasm for local history. Biarkis, whose family history in the area dates to the 1800s, is a longtime member of the Edwardsville Historic Preservation Commission and also serves on the city's Tourism Advisory Committee. "My dad's side of the family came to the U.S. in 1843, and many Germans were immigrating at that point," Biarkis said.

3 weeks ago | theintelligencer.com | Scott Marion

For Edwardsville resident Kathryn Biarkis, there’s nothing more enjoyable than sharing her enthusiasm for local history. Biarkis, whose family history in the area dates to the 1800s, is a longtime member of the Edwardsville Historic Preservation Commission and also serves on the city’s Tourism Advisory Committee. Article continues below this ad“My dad’s side of the family came to the U.S. in 1843, and many Germans were immigrating at that point,” Biarkis said.

3 weeks ago | theintelligencer.com | Scott Marion

The Alambre Special: juicy al pastor, paired with chorizo, bacon bits, and mixed vegetables, cooked on a hot skillet, topped with melted shredded cheese, served with a side of rice and beans, and your choice of tortilla. The Juarez Special: juicy grilled chicken, steak, bacon, and shrimp covered with cheese dip on a bed of rice. Molcajete: a combination of steak, chicken, and shrimp, mixed with peppers, onion, and tomato.