Tune in for special coverage of The Alton Memorial Day Parade presented by East End Improvement Association! It is one of the oldest continuously running Memorial Day parades in the country, with roots dating back to 1868. This year’s parade also features a special B-25 bomber flyover, adding eve...
Watch coverage of the Swansea KinderCare ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony in Swansea, Illinois. Community leaders and families gathered to celebrate the opening of the new early learning center, which offers child care and educational programs for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children....
Watch highlights from the IHSA Class 4A Rock Island Sectional Semifinal between the Alton Redbirds and Edwardsville Tigers. The rivalry matchup was played at Mascoutah High School, where the Tigers edged the Redbirds 52–51 in an overtime thriller in front of an estimated 1,200 fans. Edwardsville...
In Part 2 of our conversation, Kristen Burns shares more about community growth and the success of this year’s Downtown Wood River Trick or Treat event.
Fire crews from Godfrey and neighboring districts responded to a major house fire on Seasons Drive Tuesday afternoon. Thick smoke was visible for miles as firefighters worked together to contain the blaze. No serious injuries were reported, but the home suffered heavy damage.
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