ALTON – The Alton Area Landmarks Association (AALA) invites the Alton community to its 52nd Annual Historic Building Tour Saturday, October 12, noon to 3:00 p.m. This free historic walking tour will cover East Broadway from Market Street to Ridge Street perched on the hillside overlooking the Mississippi River. Architectural styles include Italianate, Victorian, Classical Revival, Renaissance Revival, Craftsman and Mid-Century Modern designs. According to AALA President Terry Sharp, “By having our event on Saturday, people from Alton Main Street’s Farmer’s Market can come up the hill and enjoy the tour. Many restaurants and shops will be open and ready to serve. The tour will go rain or shine.” “We are thrilled to participate in sharing the historic beauty of Alton with everyone who is interested,” said Chad Brigham of AltonWorks. “A huge part of our vision is to revitalize Alton by preserving the rich history on which this city
ALTON – The Alton Area Landmarks Association (AALA) invites the Alton community to its 52nd Annual Historic Building Tour Saturday, October 12, noon to 3:00 p.m. This free historic walking tour will cover East Broadway from Market Street to Ridge Street perched on the hillside overlooking the Mississippi River. Architectural styles include Italianate, Victorian, Classical Revival, Renaissance Revival, Craftsman and Mid-Century Modern designs. According to AALA President Terry Sharp, “By having our event on Saturday, people from Alton Main Street’s Farmer’s Market can come up the hill and enjoy the tour. Many restaurants and shops will be open and ready to serve. The tour will go rain or shine.” “We are thrilled to participate in sharing the historic beauty of Alton with everyone who is interested,” said Chad Brigham of AltonWorks. “A huge part of our vision is to revitalize Alton by preserving the rich history on which this city
EAST ALTON – A juvenile was injured Wednesday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle while riding a bicycle at the intersection of Goulding Street and West St. Louis Avenue. The East Alton Fire Department and East Alton Police Department responded to the scene shortly after the incident was reported. Upon arrival, firefighters found the juvenile, who was able to get up and walk to a gurney with assistance from paramedics. Survival Flight Ambulance was dispatched to the location, and the juvenile was subsequently transported to an area hospital for further evaluation and treatment. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation by local authorities.
EAST ALTON – A juvenile was injured Wednesday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle while riding a bicycle at the intersection of Goulding Street and West St. Louis Avenue. The East Alton Fire Department and East Alton Police Department responded to the scene shortly after the incident was reported. Upon arrival, firefighters found the juvenile, who was able to get up and walk to a gurney with assistance from paramedics. Survival Flight Ambulance was dispatched to the location, and the juvenile was subsequently transported to an area hospital for further evaluation and treatment. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation by local authorities.
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The public defender representing a man accused of driving drunk and causing a crash that claimed the life of a St. Louis police officer opted to waive his client’s bond review at a hearing Wednesday afternoon.
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker has announced the launch of a state marketing campaign for Illinois manufacturing.
The “Make It In Illinois” campaign is funded by $5 million of taxpayer funds. Pritzker made the announcement Tuesday while visiting the Manufacturing and Technology and Engineering Center at Richard J. Daley College on Chicago’s Southwest Side.
“October is National Manufacturing Month, which has special meaning for the leading manufacturing state in the industrial…
The NCAA Wednesday announced more than 240 host sites for its upcoming championships as part of a two-year site selection process. St. Louis landed one of the big events.
CHICAGO – Today, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) released information about this year's Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support income eligible households with utility costs. LIHEAP will begin accepting applications on October 1, 2024, through August 15, 2025, or until funds are exhausted. “Every Illinoisan deserves to be able to keep the lights on and stay warm as we head into winter,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Thanks to $226 million from our Help Illinois Families Program, thousands of households will be eligible for LIHEAP assistance to manage utility costs. As always, equity remains at the core of our efforts and we’re prioritizing vulnerable residents to ensure they receive the support they need. I highly encourage all eligible families to apply.” The energy bill assistance program offered through Help Illinois Families will provide $226 million to eligible families to assist with
CHICAGO – Today, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) released information about this year's Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support income eligible households with utility costs. LIHEAP will begin accepting applications on October 1, 2024, through August 15, 2025, or until funds are exhausted. “Every Illinoisan deserves to be able to keep the lights on and stay warm as we head into winter,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Thanks to $226 million from our Help Illinois Families Program, thousands of households will be eligible for LIHEAP assistance to manage utility costs. As always, equity remains at the core of our efforts and we’re prioritizing vulnerable residents to ensure they receive the support they need. I highly encourage all eligible families to apply.” The energy bill assistance program offered through Help Illinois Families will provide $226 million to eligible families to assist with
The Tony Award-winning play Stereophonic, which opened on Broadway in April, is loosely based on the making of Fleetwood Mac’s iconic album Rumours, and now one of the producers associated with the album…
Wade Bivins, a tow truck driver and fire captain, was hit near Dupo in November 2023. Family & friends fought to change lights on tow trucks in Illinois.
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