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Fatal Fire Update: State Fire Marshal Investigates Cause of Alton House Blaze

13 hours 12 minutes ago
ALTON — The Alton Fire Department encountered a very tragic situation early Monday morning, Dec. 1, 2025, when they discovered a man and a dog who had died in a fire. The blaze broke out around 2:30 a.m. Dec. 1 in the 900 block of Rixon in Alton. Firefighters arrived to find a single-story home fully engulfed in flames, Alton Fire Department Battalion Chief Derrick Richardson said. Despite temperatures in the 20s, crews immediately began attacking the fire, working until about 5:15 a.m.

Fact-checking Donald Trump’s call for an investigation into meatpacking companies

13 hours 25 minutes ago
Last month, President Trump directed the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate the nation’s largest meatpacking companies for potential collusion and price fixing. “Action must be taken immediately to protect consumers, combat illegal monopolies and ensure these corporations are not criminally profiting at the expense of the American people,” Trump said in a social media […]
John McCracken

14-Year-Old Girl Injured in Fosterburg Sledding Accident

13 hours 44 minutes ago
FOSTERBURG - Fosterburg Fire Protection District Chief Don Palmer reported a sledding accident involving a 14-year-old girl in a rural Straube Lane area on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 30, 2025. Palmer said emergency responders were dispatched at 2:27 p.m. on Sunday to the Fosterburg scene. The girl sustained an injury that affected her neck. Palmer said the injury was serious enough to warrant airlifting her by medical helicopter to a St. Louis area hospital. “The injury impaired her neck,

How to Plan Your Winter Bucket List for December

14 hours 19 minutes ago
Did you know that people who actively plan and anticipate enjoyable activities report higher levels of happiness and well-being? The simple act of creating a bucket list can transform ordinary days into memorable experiences. December, often packed with obligations and festivities, provides a unique opportunity to craft a personalized list of meaningful activities to enrich your final month of the year. Why a Winter Bucket List Matters It’s easy to let days slip by amid the hustle of

How to Kick Off December with an Advent Calendar Tradition

15 hours 21 minutes ago
What if a simple daily ritual could transform your entire month, building anticipation and joy one day at a time? Advent calendars have long been a cherished tradition, yet their power extends beyond the simple countdown to a holiday. They offer a unique opportunity to foster mindfulness, family connection, and creativity. Starting December with an advent calendar tradition can set a positive tone that resonates throughout the month and beyond. The Origins and Evolution of Advent Calendars Adve