RIVERBEND - It’s time to get a jump on those New Year’s resolutions! If you’re feeling the reason for the season and want to help out your community in 2026, keep reading. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities in the Riverbend region that might be a great fit for you. Alton Main Street — Alton Alton Main Street organizes several events and programs in downtown Alton. They need volunteers to help at the Alton Farmers Market, Mississippi Earthtones Festival,
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. — Emergency crews responded Wednesday morning, Dec. 10, 2025, to a water rescue near West Alton after a boat overturned on the Mississippi River, authorities said. The incident occurred near the Lincoln Shields Recreation Area, north of the Clark Bridge. St. Charles County requested assistance from the Missouri State Highway Patrol following reports that two duck hunters were in the overturned boat. Officials confirmed that both individuals were safely out of the
The last time the Maine Public Utilities Commission considered an electricity price hike, the proposal received fewer than 90 comments from the public. Three years later, amid skyrocketing energy prices, more than 800 people weighed in on the plan, showing up to public hearings and even protesting outside. The commission last month ultimately rejected the […]
When people talk about mental health, the conversation often turns toward children, teens, or women seeking support. While these are crucial discussions, one group continues to fall through the cracks-men. For generations, men were raised to hide pain, suppress emotions, and “tough it out.” Today, the result of that culture shows up in statistics that are difficult to ignore. Men are less likely to seek help for mental health challenges, yet more likely to die from suicide. They
Expect a breezy and cool day with a high near 42 and a low around 25. Winds will blow from the northwest at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph, making it feel colder than the actual temperature. There's a chance of light snow flurries today, so keep your jacket handy. This morning will start mostly cloudy with light flurries possible. As you move into the afternoon, the wind picks up and temperatures remain cool, making it feel more like 30 degrees. The evening brings mostly cloudy skies with
Back in 2008, Chattanooga, Tennessee decided to build its own city-owned fiber broadband network on the back of its existing electrical utility, EPB. In the years since, the network has become one of the most popular in the nation, offering affordable, 25 gigabits per second fiber access to local residents. It almost struggled to be, […]
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. — No injuries were reported after emergency crews responded to a overturned boat in the Mississippi River near West Alton. The incident occurred on the Mississippi River near the Lincoln Shields Recreation Area, north of the Clark Bridge. According to River Pointe Fire District's John Shrader, the incident happened while two [...]
Fire crews responded to an overnight house fire in south St. Louis early Wednesday morning and were able to quickly put out the flames, with no injuries reported and an investigation ongoing.
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Republicans announced Tuesday they will hold a vote on their own health care proposal later this week to counter a Democratic bill that would extend enhanced tax credits for Affordable Care Act marketplace plans for three more years. The 32-page GOP bill would not address the expiring ACA marketplace tax credits but […]
ST. LOUIS — A giant menorah is set to be placed in downtown St. Louis Wednesday morning in celebration of Hanukkah. The 29-foot Staenberg Menorah will be be assembled in Kiener Plaza at 11 a.m. Wednesday morning as part of the 'Chanukah @ The Arch' celebration. Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, begins on Sunday [...]
MoDOT and IDOT crews will resume major improvement projects in the St. Louis region, causing lane closures on I-64 and I-55, with detours in place to minimize disruptions.
The Country Club Plaza isn’t what it used to be. On the outside, its Spanish-style architecture and intricate facades have inspired many residents to call the Plaza the “crown jewel” of Kansas City. But look a little closer. In recent years, storefronts have hollowed out, sales have slumped and the aging landmark has flipped from […]
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