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Alley Safety

1 year 4 months ago
Alleys are unique to City living. Alleys provide access to garages and off-street parking, a location for convenient garbage and recycling pickup, and a place for our children to play. … Continued
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Army: Trump knew the rules at Arlington and broke them anyway

1 year 4 months ago
The Army has finally released a statement about Donald Trump's vulgar and illegal behavior on Monday at Arlington National Cemetery: New: The Army is now rebuking Trump campaign staff over the Arlington National Cemetery incident. "Participants in the August 26th ceremony and the subsequent Section 60 visit were made aware of federal laws, Army regulations ...continue reading "Army: Trump knew the rules at Arlington and broke them anyway"
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I-255 Northbound Lane Closure Alert: Details Inside

1 year 4 months ago
DUPO – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced a right lane closure will be encountered on northbound I-255 beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 9 a.m. through Friday, September 6, 2024 at 3 p.m. Weather permitting, the right lane will be closed between exit 10 and exit 13. All entrance and exit ramps will remain open. These restrictions are needed to do pavement repair work. IDOT District 8 forces will make the needed improvements. Full access will be restored as soon as possible. Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of alternate routes should be considered. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter, at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction

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100 Years Ago: A Labor Day Parade

1 year 4 months ago
ALTON - On Monday, September 1, 1924, Altonians celebrated Labor Day with a parade and big picnic in Rock Spring Park. The Building Trades Council and the Trades and Labor Assembly sponsored the “monster celebration.” The ladies’ auxiliary of the carpenters’ union decorated an especially spectacular float. The parade began at Sportsman’s Park in the East End at 9:30 a.m. and marched along Broadway to City Hall Square (what is now Lincoln-Douglas Square – a fire destroyed the original Alton City Hall on April 22, 1924), up Piasa Street to Third Street, and back to City Hall Square, where the parade disbanded. Afterwards, participants went to Rock Spring Park for the picnic and other activities. A printed program was given out in advance: Dancing, afternoon and night, Valley Park Pavilion, Music: Alton Night Hawk Orchestra. Boxing and wrestling, 2:30 p.m. Wrestling: Jack McCormick vs. Bill Farley. Boxing: Kid Scanlon vs. Ed Lewis. Speaking

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Madison County Taxpayers Alert: Pay Real-Estate Taxes by Sept 3

1 year 4 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE — Madison County Treasurer, Chris Slusser, is reminding taxpayers that the second installment of their real-estate tax bill is coming due. “With the holiday weekend approaching, I want to remind everyone that the second of four tax installments will be due Tuesday, Sept 3,” Slusser said. “The Treasurer’s office is open for business Mon-Fri from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., but will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Mon Sept 2.” Slusser reminds taxpayers of all payment options: at one of the participating collector banks or credit unions throughout the county, by mail, through your financial institution’s online bill pay service, the Treasurer’s website at www.madcotreasurer.org, by phone at 618-602-2120, or in person at the Treasurer’s Office in Edwardsville. If paid by mail, letters must be postmarked on or before Sept 3. “No penalty will be applied for payments mailed and postmarked by the due date,” he

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Great Godfrey Maze Preps for 2024 Season, Unveils Photos of Maze Design

1 year 4 months ago
GODFREY - The Great Godfrey Maze is gearing up for another fun season. The maze and activities will open on Sept. 20 and run through Oct. 27, 2024. This year’s maze is Peanuts-themed. In addition to the Great Godfrey Maze and Haunted Maze, families can enjoy hay wagon rides, a bounce pillow, the corn crib and the cow train, among other activities. “It is exciting. We always look forward to the maze,” said Chris Logan, Godfrey’s Parks and Recreation director. “It’s one of our oldest attractions we have here, and we’re happy we can still do it. It’s always fun to see the kids and families come.” The Great Godfrey Maze and activities are open on Fridays from 6–10 p.m., Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sundays from 12–6 p.m. To celebrate Halloween, the Haunted Maze will be open on Fridays and Saturdays from dark until 10 p.m., starting on Oct. 4, 2024. Admission to the Great Godfrey Maze costs $7 for adults

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