ELSAH/GRAFTON - QEM Fire Protection District invites you to give back to the firefighters while enjoying a fish fry. Starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, community members can stop by QEM Fire Protection District at 14905 Elsah Road in Grafton for the annual fish fry fundraiser. The event will conclude at 5 p.m. or whenever the department sells out. Attendees can also enjoy a raffle. All proceeds benefit the fire department. “This is one of the biggest fundraisers and
GRANITE CITY - Illinois State Police Troop 8 responded Tuesday morning, Aug. 25, 2026, to a four-unit crash on westbound Interstate 270 at Illinois Route 3 in Granite City, where multiple people were taken to a hospital with injuries and westbound lanes were closed. The crash was reported at approximately 7:31 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, at I-270 westbound and Illinois Route 3, also known as Lewis and Clark Boulevard, in Madison County, according to Illinois State Police. A preliminary investigation
BETHALTO – The Bethalto Chamber of Commerce & Industry invites the community to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of The Terminal, the St. Louis Regional Airport's newest event venue, during its Monthly Networking Luncheon on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 11:15 a.m. Located at 16 Terminal Drive, East Alton, Illinois, The Terminal offers a modern gathering space designed to host meetings, celebrations, corporate events, and community functions. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marks a
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On the Agenda (page 33) for the Tuesday, August 25th, St. Louis City Land Clearance Redevelopment Authority Meeting is a second amendment to the contract with S. Shafer Excavating. The ongoing revenue, nearly $4 Million with the latest contract amendment (Resolution No. 26-LCRA-11046), comes in handy for the company’s owner, Sammy Shafer Jr, defendant in … Continue reading St. Louis to Pay More to Murder for Hire Defendant →
The co-owner of a popular St. Louis bar in The Grove appeared in federal court Monday and admitted committing credit card fraud against one of his fellow co-owners.
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra has announced its October 2026 concert schedule, featuring appearances by actor Jeff Goldblum, jazz musicians Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves, and various film score performances.
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- Another week brought more pain at the pump as gas prices continue to increase. And for diesel fuel, the national average price is closing in on an all-time high. GasBuddy reported on Monday that the average price of diesel fuel is $5.58 per gallon, which is 17 cents higher than last [...]
ST. LOUIS - Three of my favorite musicians of all time are Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr of the Beatles fame, and Tommy Shaw of the rock band Styx. Shaw and Styx definitely mesmerized the house on Monday night, Aug. 24, 2026, at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheater. Styx is a rock band that formed in Chicago in 1972. Shaw joined the band in 1975, replacing John J.C. Curlewski. I saw Styx way back in the 1980s and they were magnificent then. Dennis DeYoung left the band in 1999. James "J.Y." Young,
Until just recently, Flock never felt it needed to rehabilitate its image, even when several cities were dumping contracts and cameras over persistent surveillance concerns. When cities shut down systems, Flock just kept running. In some cases, it even installed cameras that without proper permits or any other legal authorization. What’s hurting Flock now is […]
ALTON - As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 717 State Street, Alton, Illinois will be celebrating a special Blue Mass to honor current, retired, and deceased first responders and military. This Mass will be held at Saints Peter and Paul Church at 6:00 pm on Thursday, September 10th with Father Jeff Holtman as celebrant. This special Mass will serve as a solemn and inspiring opportunity to pray for the safety, strength, and guidance of those
ALTON - Alton Middle School students have a new opportunity to start training in the medical field. New this year, the middle school is offering a class called Medical Detectives that will allow students to study diseases and simulate diagnosing patients while using real medical equipment. The class is part of Project Lead the Way, which encourages students to think about their career options. “It’s still early in the semester, but I have high hopes for it,” said teacher
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