Why Comfort Foods Make Us Feel Safe and Connected

Why People Enjoy Comfort Foods One bowl of soup can feel more reassuring than an expensive dinner....

This Day in Music History: Nov. 13, From ‘Fantasia’ to a New Pop Era

On Nov. 13, 1940, Walt Disney’s “Fantasia” premiered at New York’s Broadway...

This Day in History: November 13 Sees Colombia’s Nevado del Ruiz Volcano Erupt

On November 13, 1985, Colombia’s Nevado del Ruiz volcano erupted, sending torrents of mud,...

Free Pere Marquette Programs Connect Children With Outdoor Discoveries

PERE MARQUETTE - Children can fish at a pond and families can take a nighttime hike to listen fo...

St. Mary’s Catholic School In Alton Recognizes Seven Former Students Serving In Military

ALTON - About 500 students, families, veterans and community members gathered in the St. Mary’s...

Friday brings a chilly 44-degree high and morning breezes to the River Bend

Friday will be chilly across Alton and the River Bend, with a breezy morning and periods of sunshine...

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Alton City Council Meeting: Data Center Concerns, City Business and Public Comment

At the November 12, 2026, Alton City Council meeting, residents spoke at length about the proposed Terawat...

Alton Appoints Campbell As New Planning Director, Filling Caffey’s Vacancy

ALTON – Alton has officially appointed a new Director of Planning & Development. Alton City...

Metro-East Lutheran High School Announces First Quarter Honor Roll 2026-2027

EDWARDSVILLE – The following students have been named to the Honor Roll at Metro-East Lutheran...

Preparations Underway For Jerseyville Downtown Country Christmas, Bright Nights 2026

JERSEYVILLE – The Downtown Country Christmas Festival is returning soon to Jerseyville with...

Overnight Warming Locations Provide Shelter for Cold Nights, Seek Volunteers as Temperatures Drop

ALTON/EDWARDSVILLE/GRANITE CITY/WOOD RIVER - The Overnight Warming Locations have announced a new...

Mayor Goins Outlines New Alton City Hall Safety Procedures

ALTON — A recent threat prompted city officials to adopt security screenings and a bag policy...

The Teller Room 1925 to Offer Free Santa Photos for Kids and Pets

ALTON - The Teller Room 1925 will host a special vendor fair featuring free photos with Santa Claus....

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Isaac Sandidge on the Overnight Warming Locations’ Expansion and Volunteer Needs

Isaac Sandidge, director of the Overnight Warming Locations (OWLs), discusses the volunteer-led effort...

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Holly Marcum on Estate Planning, Legal Services and Community Work in the Riverbend

On Our Daily Show, attorney Holly Marcum of Keith Short and Associates in Alton discusses her work i...

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Forest Park Owls: Naturalist Mark H.X. Glenshaw on Charles the owl and Upcoming Library Programs

Award-winning naturalist Mark H. X. Glenshaw joins Our Daily Show to discuss the great horned owls h...

Red Cross Seeks Blood Donors In November, Partners With Wheel Of Fortune

ST. LOUIS - The American Red Cross asks donors to go for a spin and help save lives by giving blood...

St. Louis Naturalist to Share Info about Great Horned Owls at Upcoming Library Programs

ALTON/BETHALTO - Award-winning naturalist Mark H.X. Glenshaw will present two local programs about...

Jersey Superintendent Outlines Response to Jersey Middle School Flooding

JERSEYVILLE — A water main break flooded Jersey Middle School on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, promptin...

On This Day in Music: Armstrong’s Hot Five, Queen’s ‘Somebody to Love’ and More

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