IMPACT CIL

03/11/2026

Madison County
General Primary Election – March 17, 2026

All Madison County voters may vote early at any location listed below.

Edwardsville – County Administration Building
157 N. Main St., 1st Floor, Edwardsville
Feb. 5, 6, 9–13, 17–20, 23–27
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
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Alton – Scott Bibb Center
1004 E. 5th St., Alton

Edwardsville – County Administration Building
157 N. Main St., 1st Floor, Edwardsville

Granite City – Township Building
2060 Delmar Ave., Office B, Granite City

March 2–6: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
March 9–13 & March 16: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
March 7 (Sat): 9:00 AM – Noon
March 14 (Sat): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
March 8 & 15 (Sun): 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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Bethalto – Bethalto Senior Citizens Center (New Location)
100 E. Central St., Bethalto
March 2–6 & March 9–13
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Collinsville – Collinsville Senior Citizens Building
420 E. Main St., Collinsville
March 2–6 & March 9–13: Noon – 6:00 PM
March 7 (Sat): 9:00 AM – Noon
March 14 (Sat): 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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Godfrey – Godfrey Village Hall
6810 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey
March 2–6 & March 9–13
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Highland – Weinheimer Community Center
1100 Main St., Highland
March 2–6 & March 9–13: Noon – 6:00 PM
March 7 (Sat): 9:00 AM – Noon
March 14 (Sat): 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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Madison – Madison Fire Station
1800 3rd St., Madison
March 2–6 & March 9–13: Noon – 6:00 PM
March 7 (Sat): 9:00 AM – Noon
March 14 (Sat): 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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SIUE – Morris University Center (Willow Room)
Edwardsville
March 11–13
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Troy – Troy City Hall
116 E. Market St., Troy
March 2–6 & March 9–13
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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Wood River – Wood River Township Office
41 S. 9th St., East Alton
March 2–6 & March 9–13
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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Vote Early. Avoid the lines.

Welcome to Madison County, IL

03/09/2026

Who do you know that struggles to hear on the phone or avoids calls altogether?
It could be a parent, a grandparent, a neighbor, or a close friend.
If someone you love finds phone conversations difficult, they may qualify for a free ITAC device.
A simple share can help someone stay connected to the people who matter most. 💙

03/05/2026

March is Women’s History Month.

Disabled women have shaped history, advanced civil rights, challenged artistic norms and transformed how we understand disability.

From Judy Heumann’s leadership in the disability rights movement to Harriet Tubman’s abolitionist legacy, from Frida Kahlo’s groundbreaking art to Alice Wong’s impact on disability storytelling and advocacy, their contributions continue to influence generations.

Representation matters. History includes disabled women. Who else would you add to this list? Let us know in the comments.

Image description: Graphic titled “Disabled Women Who Shaped History” with NDI logo in the top right corner. The slide features four women with brief biographies and photos: Judy Heumann (1947–2023), disability rights activist and wheelchair user who helped lead the 504 Sit-in and advance the Americans with Disabilities Act; Harriet Tubman (c. 1822–1913), abolitionist and political activist who sustained a traumatic brain injury and likely lived with epilepsy; Frida Kahlo (1907–1954), Mexican painter who lived with chronic pain and mobility impairments; and Alice Wong (1974–2025), disability rights activist with spinal muscular atrophy and founder of the Disability Visibility Project. Portrait images of each woman appear below their biographies.

03/05/2026

EVENT HAPPENING TOMORROW!!!!! ***EMPLOYERS LISTED***

Madison County Employment and Training is Hosting a Job Fair!

AT THIS TIME, THERE IS NO NEED TO REGISTER - PLEASE ATTEND THE EVENT IF ABLE BETWEEN 10AM - 3PM

When: March 5, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: 101 E. Edwardsville Road, Wood River, IL

This event is designed to support individuals impacted by the recent Alton Steel closure AND IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC!!!

Employers from a variety of industries will be on-site and ready to hire. If you're looking for new opportunities, this is a great chance to connect and explore what’s next!

03/04/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM) — a time to celebrate inclusion, highlight achievements, and recognize the vital contributions of people with developmental disabilities in our communities. They have always been here, enriching our neighborhoods, workplaces, and schools — and they always will be.

Throughout the month, we will share meaningful stories, honor accomplishments, and promote the importance of creating communities where every individual has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.

03/04/2026

Spring forward in 4 days!

02/24/2026

♿️ Winter Paralympics! 💪🏽
USA - streaming on Peacock
Opening Ceremony
Friday, March 6, 2026 at 1 PM

02/24/2026

March 7, 2026 INTERPRETERS WORKSHOP in East Peoria, IL
FLYER

Did you know that we are having interpreter breakout sessions on Saturday, March 7th?! There are still 4 more days to register!

02/16/2026

Did You Know…
IMPACT CIL is one of the selection center sites for the Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation (ITAC). ITAC offers a program providing FREE amplified phones, cell phone amplifiers, and specialized equipment to Illinois residents with hearing loss or speech disabilities. Regardless of income or age, eligible residents with active phone service (landline or cell) can receive this equipment, which includes a 3-year warranty.

Key Details -

Eligibility:
Must be an Illinois resident, have a hearing or speech disability, and possess active telephone service (landline, cellular, or prepaid).

Equipment Available: Amplified phones, TTYs, CapTel phones (captions in real-time), and cell phone amplifiers.

Application Process:
Requires certification by a doctor, audiologist, speech-language pathologist, or authorized person.

How to Apply: Applications can be submitted directly to ITAC, and once approved, a voucher is sent to test equipment.

Ownership: The equipment is owned by the applicant, not leased.

For more information or to apply, call IMPACT CIL 618-462-1411 to set up an appointment.

Easy to apply. We’ll help you or someone you know who needs a better phone or device, find a perfect match!

ITAC is a Not-for-Profit serving the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened, Deaf-Blind, and Speech-Disabled communities. Our equipment is designed specifically for people who are having difficulty hearing on the standard phone system.