This Day in History: November 12 — From the Bhola Cyclone to Stan Lee's Death

This Day in History: November 12, 2026 On the night of November 12–13, 1970, the Bhola cyclone...

Jersey County Honors Longtime Clerk Pam Warford At Final Board Meeting

JERSEY COUNTY – Jersey County Clerk Pam Warford was recently honored by members of her staff...

Jersey Students Rerouted After Water Leak Floods Middle School

JERSEY — A water leak caused significant flooding at Jersey Middle School, prompting Principal...

Alton Dental Student Sierra Ford Plans Belize Care Mission

ALTON — Sierra Ford’s experiences in the dental chair helped shape her career goals....

Pontoon Beach Police Chief Chris Modrusic Announces Retirement

PONTOON BEACH — After 11 years as police chief, Chris Modrusic announced his retirement Tuesday...

Thursday brings cooler weather and gusts near 31 mph to the River Bend

Breezy, cooler weather will hold Alton and the River Bend to a high of 49 degrees Thursday, with...

Edwardsville Parade Celebrates Veterans With Record Lineup and Historic Firsts

EDWARDSVILLE — The annual Veterans Day Parade brought 110 entries to downtown Edwardsville...

Grafton Holds First Veteran’s Day Wreath-Laying at Military Memorial

GRAFTON — The National Memorial of Military Ascent held its first Veterans Day wreath-laying...

Update: Victim Named: Man Killed in Cahokia Heights Vehicle Shooting, Toddler Wounded

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS — A man in his 20s died, and a toddler was hospitalized after a shooting in ...

Kay Weber Presents 46th Annual Thanksgiving Art and Craft Show

BELLEVILLE - A major art and craft show will return to Belleville for its 46th year. Kay Weber...

Rachelle Wuellner Wins 2026 School Nutrition Champion Award

BUNKER HILL — Bunker Hill school district Food Service Director Rachelle Wuellner received the...

Duckworth Urges Congress to Expand VA Care for Veterans Exposed to Toxic Hazards

BELLEVILLE — On Veterans Day in Belleville, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) called on Congress...

Local Production of Classic Play "Our Town" Promises Reflection on Community and Connection

ROXANA - Curtain’s Up Theater Company will present the famous play “Our Town”...

Family Secures Silver Star Recognition for World War I Hero

MADISON COUNTY – A photo of a young Illinois telephone lineman and a century-old Army citation...

Art Fahrner-Edward Jones Redbird of the Month: Kate Lee Wilson Helps Bring Alton High's Stories to Life

ALTON – Every school has students whose work leaves a lasting impact long after graduation. Fo...

Staff Sgt. Russell Cox Addresses Jersey Veterans Day Ceremony

JERSEYVILLE - Jersey Community High School honored veterans with a Veterans Day ceremony featuring...

Fatal Track Meet Shooting Leads to Adult Murder Case

ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis County Family Court certified juvenile Jakai Lewis, 14, to stand...

Chris Miller Highlights Lifelong Military Friendships at Alton VFW Post 1308 Veterans Day Ceremony

ALTON - Military service, lifelong friendships, and support for veterans were central themes of...

New Stores, Programs and a Student Project Headline "What's Up Downtown"

ALTON - Alton Main Street hosted their quarterly “What’s Up Downtown” event, whic...

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Everyday Creator in Troy reuses props and costumes for families, schools and theaters

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