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Jon Hamm opens up about rehab and redemption after 'Mad Men'

8 months 2 weeks ago
As St. Louis native Jon Hamm stars in Apple TV+'s new hit series "Your Friends & Neighbors," the Emmy-winning actor has opened up about personal struggles that helped reshape his life, including a pivotal turn through rehab and a journey toward redemption.
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Alton Man Detained After Violent Home Invasion

8 months 2 weeks ago
ALTON – An Alton man with a criminal past faces new charges after invading an Alton home and attacking one of the occupants. Chistopher J. McDaniels, 32, of Alton, was charged on April 17, 2025 with a Class X felony count of home invasion and a Class 4 felony count of criminal trespass to residence. On April 17, 2025, McDaniels allegedly entered an Alton residence without authority and injured one of the occupants by placing his hands on their neck and shoving them, according to court documents. A petition to deny McDaniels’s pretrial release states the victim told authorities he “forced himself into her residence,” causing damage to one of the home’s walls. “Once inside the residence, the defendant battered the victim by placing his hands on her neck and throwing her down,” the petition states. “Defendant was confronted by victim’s guest. He then exited the residence.” The victim also reported being threatened by McDaniels,

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Village Wide Garage Sales, Great Live Music, and More: Here Is Your Weekend Go-Guide!

8 months 2 weeks ago
From lively music performances and engaging community workshops to family-friendly festivals and unique local sales, the upcoming events offer something for everyone to enjoy. For a complete listing of all activities and happenings, be sure to visit https://www.riverbender.com/events/ . If you want to make sure even more of the region is aware of your event email cj@riverbender.com and explore our range of Event Promotion Services! Featured Village of Maryville - 2025 Spring City/Village Wide Garage Sales The Village of Maryville is hosting its exciting Spring City/Village Wide Garage Sales on April 25 & 26 from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This event offers a wonderful opportunity for bargain hunters and treasure seekers to explore great deals and unique finds throughout the community. Whether you're looking to declutter or discover hidden gems, this event is perfect for all. For those interested in participating, you can register your address and view the interactive map for convenience.

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Newly Expanded Jerseyville Public Library Plans Grand Opening

8 months 2 weeks ago
JERSEYVILLE – The highly anticipated expansion of the Jerseyville Public Library is just days away from its official public debut. From food trucks to live music, library tours, kids’ activities and much more, JPL staff have a jam-packed weekend of events planned to celebrate the expansion’s Grand Opening this Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26, 2025. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will kick off the festivities starting at 12 p.m. on Friday at the library’s new front entrance. Tours of the library will be held every hour, on the hour, from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. starting in the Large Print Room. A Taquieria Los Toros food truck will serve up tacos from 12 to 3:30 p.m. at the Criminal Justice Council parking lot on Exchange Street, next to the newly redone library parking lot. Rollin’ Dogs Food Truck will keep the food truck fun going from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the same location. Friday’s festivities also include live music from the JCHS Jazz Combo from

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