Motorcycle Accident Prompts Emergency Response in Godfrey

GODFREY – Engines 1412 and 1422 from the Godfrey Fire Protection District have responded to...

Caritas Family Solutions Announces Four New Members Join its Board of Directors

BELLEVILLE - Caritas Family Solutions is proud to announce they have added four new members to...

Brooks Family Appreciated for Grafton Music in the Park Phenom   

GRAFTON - At the Grafton City Council meeting on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, Mayor Morrow presented...

Ardent Mills Employee Urges Safer Alton Intersection

ALTON – A plea for improved safety measures at an intersection in Alton has been made by an...

Annual Tootsie Roll Drive: Alton Knights Rally for Local Support

ALTON - The Alton Knights of Columbus are once again spearheading their annual Tootsie Roll Drive,...

Coach Roustio Reads To Prather Kindergarten Students On Pirate Day and Bus Safety Drills

GRANITE CITY – Prather Kindergarten Center welcomed a special guest Thursday to celebrate International...

Trailblazing K-9 Bonnie Of St. Charles County Police Retires After Eight Years of Service

ST. CHARLES CO. - Bonnie, a St. Charles County K-9 Electronic Detection Dog, and now School Resource...

"Best Year Ever": Belleville's Art on the Square Announces New Co-Directors

BELLEVILLE - The beloved Belleville Art on the Square foundation and festival has two new co-directors....

City of Alton Explores Safer Streets Initiative Through Federal Grant Pilot

ALTON – The City of Alton is taking bold steps to enhance pedestrian safety and improve traffic...

Suspect in East St. Louis School Threats Apprehended, Extensive Search Confirms Safety

EAST ST. LOUIS — In response to recent threats, law enforcement, in collaboration with the FBI,...

Maryville Fire Chief Praises Rapid Response At Barry Wilson Funeral Home

MARYVILLE – Quick action by Maryville and Glen Carbon firefighters on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024,...

Jet Ski Mafia's Annual Journey: Friendship on the River

ST. LOUIS — A group of area jet ski enthusiasts, loosely known as “The Jet Ski Mafia,”...

ICYMI: Budzinski Passes Bill to Simplify the VA’s Correspondence with Veterans  

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski’s Clear Communication...

United Way “Round Up at the Register” Commences at Schnucks Stores

ST. LOUIS - Starting today, and continuing through Tuesday, Oct. 1, Schnucks customers will be able...

Marquette Catholic To Host Annual Block Party Saturday

ALTON - Marquette Catholic High School will be hosting its annual Homecoming Block Party on Saturday,...

Jersey County Men Charged with Cannabis Cultivation

jer JERSEY COUNTY – Jersey County State’s Attorney Ben Goetten announced on Sept. 17,...

Stand Up/Stand Down for Homeless Veterans Event to Provide Resources and More

SAINT LOUIS - Unhoused or at-risk veterans can receive resources, assistance with their VA benefits,...

Anticipation Builds for Marquette's Annual Coronation

ALTON — The anticipation is building at Marquette Catholic High School as students prepare...

New Local Nonprofit Asks for Donations to Help Kids this Christmas

ALTON - There’s a new nonprofit in the Riverbend region, and they’re asking for help...

Mississippi Eathtones Festival, Marquette Mega Raffle Headline Your Weekend Go-Guide

From family-friendly festivals to unique workshops and live music, the upcoming events promise a diverse...

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