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East Alton Halloween Parade Brings Families Together for Seasonal Fun

October 29 2026 at 9:03 PM

EAST ALTON — Fire trucks, school bands and community groups joined the East Alton Halloween...

2 Charged With Shooting At Occupied Vehicle In Alton

October 28 2026 at 11:12 AM

ALTON – An alleged occupied vehicle shooting in Alton has brought felony charges against two...

Chloe Miller Named October’s Oiler of the Month

October 28 2026 at 8:11 AM

WOOD RIVER - Midwest Members Credit Union is proud to sponsor the “Oiler of the Month”...

Haine Announces 12-year Prison Term For Man Who Kicked His Way Into Sleeping Couple’s Home

October 27 2026 at 2:08 PM

EDWARDSVILLE — An East Alton man who kicked his way into a couple’s home and fought with...

EAWR Students Madelyn Stone and Jerald Downs Earn Rotary Service Above Self Awards

October 25 2026 at 11:03 PM

EAST ALTON — The Riverbend East Rotary Club recently recognized East Alton-Wood River High...

Jersey County Sheriff Seeks Help Finding Missing Kaila Vatole

October 23 2026 at 2:53 PM

JERSEY COUNTY — The Jersey County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month: Kami Batton Balances Volleyball Leadership With Academic Ambitions

October 20 2026 at 3:59 AM

WOOD RIVER - East Alton-Wood River senior Kami Batton is being recognized for volleyball, crediting...

Riverbend's 2026 Ultimate Trick-or-Treating Guide

October 15 2026 at 3:28 PM

RIVERBEND - Little monsters love trick-or-treating, and we have the perfect guide to all the best...

Police Find Fleeing Driver From East Alton Crash In Wood River

October 14 2026 at 1:00 PM

EAST ALTON — A driver struck a vehicle head-on, and then the driver immediately left the scene...

Riverbend's 2026 Ultimate Halloween Parade Guide

October 12 2026 at 3:16 PM

RIVERBEND - Halloween is creeping up on us, but it’s all treats — no tricks —...

Quarterback Luke Clouser Throws Three Touchdowns In Civic Memorial Victory Over East Alton-Wood River

October 11 2026 at 7:47 AM

WOOD RIVER — Civic Memorial scored 37 first-half points and held East Alton-Wood River scoreless...

Local Aviation Group to Host Pancake Breakfast at St. Louis Regional Airport

October 9 2026 at 10:47 AM

BETHALTO - Community members can enjoy a pancake breakfast while supporting aspiring aviators this...

Worden Police Charge East Alton Man With Meth Possession, Fleeing Officer

October 7 2026 at 4:48 PM

EAST ALTON – A local man faces major felony charges after allegedly fleeing Worden Police officers...

Al Adams Takes Over as East Alton Police Chief Following Golike’s Retirement

October 6 2026 at 8:28 PM

EAST ALTON — A new chapter begins today for the East Alton Police Department as Al Adams...

East Alton Police Chief Scott Golike Retires After 35 Years in Law Enforcement

October 6 2026 at 8:01 PM

EAST ALTON — After 35 years in law enforcement, East Alton Police Chief Scott Golike is...

Jerald Downs Gives Back at East Alton-Wood River High School

October 6 2026 at 1:09 PM

EAST ALTON/WOOD RIVER - Jerald Downs wants to give back. For his hard work, Jerald Downs is a...

Madelyn Stone Dominates in Three Sports at East Alton-Wood River High School

October 6 2026 at 11:58 AM

EAST ALTON/WOOD RIVER - Madelyn Stone is an impressive student athlete. For her accomplishments,...

East Alton Man Faces Aggravated Fleeing Charge In Jersey County

October 5 2026 at 9:56 AM

JERSEYVILLE – A local man accused of fleeing police on a motorcycle at high speeds through Jerseyville...

Helmkamp Construction Matching Program Generates $18,920 for Community Hope Center

October 1 2026 at 6:00 AM

EAST ALTON — The Helmkamp Cares Foundation’s 2026 matching program raised $18,920 for th...

East Alton Woman Charged With Causing Fire Damage At Van Preter Park

September 30 2026 at 4:48 PM

EAST ALTON – East Alton Police charged a resident with causing fire damage on public park propert...