Madelaine Gerard is a Staff Writer and Photographer for RiverBender.com.
Born in Alton, Gerard has always been a native of the Riverbend. After attending Bethalto Community District No. 8 schools, she went on to attend Southern Illinois University Edwardsville where she received her BA in Mass Communications. She is currently working toward her Master's degree.
In her free time, Gerard loves to binge-watch television shows on Netflix, go to the movies, and look at funny cat pictures on the Internet.
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ALTON – Bon appétit!
The French phrase, used to wish someone enjoyment of the meal they are about to eat, was on everyone’s mind as they sampled some of the best dishes from around the Riverbend at the annual Taste of Downtown event....
After the tree-lighting ceremony at Lincoln-Douglas Square, guests were encouraged to head on down to the RiverBender.com Community Center Holiday Open House for a fun-filled night of activities and Christmas cheer.
The 22nd Annual Tree-Lighting Ceremony was held Friday, Nov. 18 at Lincoln-Douglas Square in Alton. In conjunction with Alton Main Street , the annual ceremony brings together the community in one of the most unique ways.
The Taste of Downtown is an annual event held by Alton Main Street with the help of local sponsors and vendors. Located in the music hall at Argosy Casino, the event features culinary creations from local businesses in an effort to bring both businesses and the community together. ...
HARDIN – Calhoun’s Warriors are riding a wave of momentum into the Class 1A IHSA State Football Playoffs on Saturday for a semifinal matchup against St. Teresa High School of Decatur.
The 9-3 Warriors slipped past previously undefeated powerhouse Tuscola last week 28-27...
COLLINSVILLE - Gamers, Nintendo fanatics and the competitive at heart are in for a treat during the weekend of December 2 at the Gateway Convention Center in Collinsville.
Ultimate Gaming Championship will be hosting the UCG Smash Open from December 2 nd through the 4th. This...
GODFREY – The lyrics sang during the chorus of the Cheers television show theme song comes to mind when you enter Eppel’s Pantry & Deli, located at 1918 W Delmar Ave in Godfrey, on the last Thursday of the month. Sometimes, you want to go where everybody knows your name....
ALTON - It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Downtown Alton.
The city is gearing up for the 22nd Annual Tree-Lighting Ceremony , which will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18 , at Lincoln-Douglas Square off Market Street. Before the tree can be lit, the fearless members...
BETHALTO - The Civic Memorial High School girls' basketball team will be kicking off the season this Thursday at Salem High School's 16th Annual Thanksgiving Tournament. For head coach Jonathan Denney, this tournament is an amazing opportunity for his team to knock some of nerves that...
BETHALTO - Over the past few seasons, Civic Memorial High School's Allie Troeckler has been a key contributor to the Lady Eagles basketball team.
Although her season with the Eagles is just beginning, Troeckler is looking ahead towards her future as she signed her letter of intent t...
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