Today's Local News From Partner WBGZ 1570 Alton Illinois
Women's Wellness Fair Today WBGZ Radio | Nov 21, 2009 Alton Memorial Hospital is holding its annual Women's Wellness Fair today. Several hundred guests are expected to this mostly free event held at the hospital featuring guest speakers, giveaways, entertainment and a free lunch from Honeybaked Ham. [Full Story] [Post Comment]
Hunter Safety Tips WBGZ Radio | Nov 21, 2009 The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is reminding hunters to stay safe as the firearm deer season nears its halfway point. The number one accident among hunters is falling out of tree stands, says DNR Deer Project Manager Tom Micetisch. He says hunters must use a safety harness, and a haul line to hoist their firearm or bow up to the stand. [Full Story] [Post Comment]
Mouse Races Tonight WBGZ Radio | Nov 21, 2009 Many area organizations are having to find unique methods of funding, and the Alton Area Animal Aid Association is no exception. Donations have been down for a while, and the costs continue to rise, as many displaced homeowners are having to part with their pets. The 5A's are trying a new event tonight, with mouse races at Pete's Banquet Hall in Alton.[Full Story] [Post Comment]
Confession To Vandalism Spree WBGZ Radio | Nov 21, 2009 A trio of high school seniors is now likely looking at felony charges for what they might have thought was a senior prank. School officials in Girard say three students have confessed to a vandalism spree that left 32 windows at the local high school in pieces, and canceled school for two days because of fears of a bomb threat. [Full Story] [Post Comment]
Washington University-Led Corn Study WBGZ Radio | Nov 21, 2009 A nearly 30-million-dollar national project that Washington University researchers are leading could offer farmers vital information about growing corn. The National Science Foundation and the U.S. departments of Agriculture and Energy in 2005 began the project, which involves sequencing the whole gene map of corn, helping to detail the basic biology of the nation's largest crop. [Full Story] [Post Comment]
Senate Candidate Opposes Stupak Amendment WBGZ Radio | Nov 21, 2009 A Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate says she’s against the Stupak Amendment. Cheryle Jackson says that amendment, which restricts abortion coverage in insurance plans sponsored by or sold under the auspices of the federal government, would ultimately cause all coverage for abortions to vanish. [Full Story] [Post Comment]
NEW: Friday Morning Poll WBGZ Radio | Nov 20, 2009 Today's poll questions covered topics like sand boils, terrorism, which local tax-funded project is the biggest waste, and the BIG question...when do you start your Christmas shopping? Click here for the results of today's poll.[Full Story] [Post Comment]
Urgent Repairs Needed for Levee WBGZ Radio | Nov 20, 2009 A pair of expensive remedies may be the only way to protect a part of the Riverbend from a levee failure. Sand boils have been discovered in a wetlands area about 200-300 feet inland and just upstream of the Mel Price Lock & Dam. Engineers theorize the seepage was caused by the construction of the dam, which opened nearly 20 years ago.[Full Story] [Post Comment]
Tree Lighting Tonight WBGZ Radio | Nov 20, 2009 The Christmas Tree Lighting will be the focus of early evening activities at Lincoln Douglas Square today, with Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving on the trolley at 6pm, and Alton Mayor Tom Hoechst throwing the switch to light the lights at 6:45. This year's Taste of Downtown will be held at the Temple Banquet facility and Spirits Lounge on State Street, which runs from 5:30-8:30.[Full Story] [Post Comment]
Bus Station Opens Tomorrow WBGZ Radio | Nov 20, 2009 The Alton Madison County Transit Transfer Station will soon be bustling with activity, as the construction is complete and a ribbon cutting has been set for tomorrow morning. The ceremony will feature many dignitaries, including State Representative Dan Beiser of Alton, State Senator Bill Haine of Alton, Alton Mayor Tom Hoechst, several members of the Madison County Board, and Congressman Jerry Costello of Belleville.[Full Story] [Post Comment]
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