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Jerseyville Man Charged With Aggravated Stalking, Fleeing Police

5 months 2 weeks ago
JERSEYVILLE – A Jerseyville man with multiple prior convictions faces new charges after allegedly threatening the same victim from a prior kidnapping case via phone calls and text messages, then attempting to flee from police. Michael A. Malloy, 45, of Jerseyville, was charged on Nov. 13, 2025 with one count each of aggravated stalking (a Class 3 felony), violation of an Order of Protection, and aggravated fleeing/attempting to elude a peace officer (both Class 4 felonies). From Oct.

Benjamin Godfrey Mansion Lights Up for Second Christmas

5 months 2 weeks ago
GODFREY - It’s about time for PRIDE Beautification to set the Benjamin Godfrey Mansion aglow for its second year. As one of Godfrey’s most treasured landmarks, this mansion has stood for nearly two centuries, and with a few hundred lights and garland, we honor that history with warmth and joy of community. The initial project that began in 2024 was a collaboration of several Alton and Godfrey businesses and organizations wanting to bring a new, festive look to our Welcome to Alton

Public Comment Sought On Proposed Relocated Illinois 3 Improvements In St. Clair County

5 months 2 weeks ago
ST. CLAIR COUNTY – The Illinois Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting to discuss a study of proposed improvements to approximately 2 miles of the Relocated Illinois 3 corridor in East St. Louis and Sauget. The meeting will be held: Tuesday, Nov. 18 3-6 p.m. East St. Louis Community College Center 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Building B, East St. Louis IDOT, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration, has initiated the preliminary engineering

Anderson Hospital's Pavilion for Women Recognized by ILPQC for Excellence in Birth Equity Initiatives

5 months 2 weeks ago
MARYVILLE - Anderson Hospital is proud to announce that the Pavilion for Women Obstetrics Team has been honored by the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative (ILPQC) for its outstanding commitment to advancing Birth Equity. Birth Equity is defined as the assurance of conditions that enable all individuals to achieve optimal birth outcomes, supported by a sustained focus on addressing racial and social inequities in maternal and infant health. “We are honored to be recognized for this

What's Up Downtown Information Exchange To Be Held Nov. 18, 2025

5 months 2 weeks ago
ALTON - Alton Main Street’s quarterly information exchange, called “What’s Up Downtown”, will be held on Tuesday, November 18th at 5:30 p.m. at The Wedge, located at 620 E. Broadway in Alton, Illinois. The public is invited to learn the latest news regarding developments in Alton’s historic downtown district, including updates from new & existing businesses, news on real estate transactions and details of upcoming events and projects. You’ll be in the know

Trump administration’s FAA chief clears normal operations in the skies post-shutdown

5 months 2 weeks ago
The Federal Aviation Administration early Monday lifted an order that airlines cut domestic flights to 40 major U.S. airports, as air traffic control staffing levels improve following the six-week government shutdown.  The move came just before the busiest travel week of the year, though it was unclear how long it would take for airlines to resume […]
Jacob Fischler

Pruitt Mechanical Distributes 1,000 Turkeys to Riverbend Families

5 months 2 weeks ago
BETHALTO — Pruitt Mechanical Services LLC distributed nearly 1,000 turkeys to families in need across the Riverbend area on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, aiming to support the community during the Thanksgiving holiday. The event took place throughout the day, with cars lining up and volunteers handing out the turkeys to local families. After the giveaway, Pruitt Mechanical Services delivered the remaining turkeys to local first responders, including multiple fire and police departments. Recipients