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Daily Deal: Soundfreaq Sound Spot II Bluetooth Speaker

2 months 3 weeks ago
The Soundfreaq Sound Spot II combines wireless audio performance, ambient lighting, and relaxing sound features in a compact design built for modern lifestyles. Featuring a Bamboo and White finish with eco-friendly materials, this Bluetooth speaker complements bedrooms, offices, living rooms, and personal spaces while delivering both style and functionality. Engineered with a custom-designed audio driver, […]
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Alton Police Arrest Carrollton Resident Following Child Solicitation Sting

2 months 3 weeks ago
ALTON – Another Riverbend resident has been charged with child solicitation and more after messaging an adult posing as a minor and arranging to meet at an Alton Walgreens. 39-year-old Aaron G. Settles of Carrollton was charged on Aug. 3, 2026 with one count each of indecent solicitation of a child, solicitation to meet a child, grooming (each Class 4 felonies), traveling to meet a minor, and unlawful possession of methamphetamine (both Class 3 felonies). Settles allegedly knowingly discussed

Local Author Shares 50-Year Journey to Publication

2 months 3 weeks ago
EDWARDSVILLE - A 1972 cross-country motorcycle trip and a rediscovered manuscript inspired an Edwardsville writer to finish his long-awaited debut novel. Stephen L. Miller took an 11,000-mile ride across the country, then wrote a novel about the trip on his red Valentine Olivetti typewriter in his freshman dorm room. Over 50 years later, Miller dusted off the manuscript and used modern technology to self-publish it. He is proud of the story’s timeless themes of youth, recovery and firs