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Ferry survey shows strong support for year-round service
The lobbying effort to get ferry service year-round in Grafton continues. The city’s Chamber of Commerce launched a survey last fall that was part of a recent presentation at Grafton City Hall. Mayor Mike Morrow tells The Big Z the data-collectors were pleased with the number of responses. The...
Beverly Farm creates new award, celebrates Spring Family Weekend
Beverly Farm Foundation recently held its annual Spring Family Weekend and rolled out a new award. The Inaugural Community Champion Award was presented to Todd Laux, owner of Pride Fitness in Wood River, and his Kindly Savage community. Beverly Farm Foundation CEO Crystal Officer tells The Big Z how the...
Shelves nearly empty at Community Hope Center
With the middle of the year approaching, agencies that help the needy are noticing an increase in those using their services. In Cottage Hills, Community Hope Center Executive Director Ann Crane tells The Big Z donations are at their peak during the holidays. Your browser does not support the audio...
Alton Farmers Market to open Saturday
The Alton Farmers’ and Artisan’s Market will have its opening day this Saturday. The market will still be held on the lot at Henry Street and Landmarks Boulevard from 8am – noon every week through the middle of October, rain or shine. Co-organizer Sara McGibany of Alton...
Thursday prep results - softball, soccer, track
Freeburg (25-3, 9-1 Cahokia Conference - champions) > Senior night for the Lady Redbirds @ Public School Stadium. (Alton finished 7th place) (5th - Marquette, 8th - Southwestern) _. Class 2A CM Sectional. 1. East St. Louis. (9th-CM, 12th-EAWR, 13th-Jerseyville, 15th-Roxana) _. Class 3A O'Fallon Sectional. 1. Normal Community. (8th-Alton)
Salvation Army Dine to Donate returns Monday
Monday is the start of a fundraising campaign called “Dine to Donate” that will help fund youth programs sponsored by the Salvation Army Madison County Corps. These programs can help send a child to summer camp, help young students sharpen their reading skills over the summer, and provide a safe, supervised place for kids to go after school.
Lucas Row Revitalization project receives TIF approval
The building at 601-613 East Broadway owned by AltonWorks, known as Lucas Row, was the focus of an update at the Alton City Council meeting Wednesday. Aldermen approved a resolution to negotiate a $2-million Tax Increment Financing redevelopment agreement, and then suspended the rules to pass an accompanying ordinance. This...
Ballin’ with a Cop is Saturday
"Ballin' With A Cop" will return to the YWCA on Third Street Saturday. This is the 9th time for this event. Alton Police will be lacing up their sneakers and playing basketball with area youngsters. There is still room for a few more teams or individuals to enter. Alton YWCA...
Severe storms possible Wednesday, meteorologist says be alert
The threat of severe weather on Wednesday has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a number of reminders of the potential threat. A NWS meteorologist says there will be a variety of threats, including straight line wind damage, tornadoes, and large hail, and is asking us all to pay attention to the weather as it evolves tomorrow.
Optimist Club of St. Charles recognizes oratorical contest winners
The Optimist Club of St. Charles recognized the top finishers of the club’s 2024 Oratorical Contest during the luncheon meeting on April 16. The recognized finishers were First Place-Elyse Boesch and Second Place-Sabrina Villar. The Third Place winner, Lilly Martin, was unable to attend the recognition ceremony. This year’s...
Alton Police investigate shots fired
The Alton Police Department is investigating the report of shots fired Sunday night. Just after 9pm, officers responded to the 1,200 block of Rixon Street in reference to multiple reports of several gunshots fired in the area. While a residence in the area that had been struck by projectiles was...
Godfrey creates the Good Neighbor award
The Village of Godfrey has awarded its first Good Neighbor Award to a man who picks up trash daily on his walks down Pierce and Stamper Lanes. Ed Wilson has lived in the village since 2015, and recently Trustee Sarah Woodman got the idea to recognize his efforts. Your browser...
Point of Departure is this weekend
The "Point of Departure" activities at the Lewis & Clark State Historic Site in Hartford will be held this weekend. It’s an event to remember the first official government expedition to explore the vast unknown lands west of the Mississippi River. Lewis & Clark stopped on the land now known as the Riverbend about a year later.
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