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ALTON – Today, Ray Strebel formally announced his campaign for Mayor of Alton in the 2025 Consolidated Elections. Ray Strebel is a third-generation Alton resident, Third Ward Alderman, and local small business owner who is running to end business as usual and return prosperity and opportunity to our residents. “Alton needs new leadership and fresh ideas because our community deserves so much better than business as usual,” said Ray Strebel. “We won’t transform our city overnight, but now is the time to unite behind a plan for growth that gets our community headed in the right direction by improving our residents’ quality of life, fixing our government problems that are holding us back, and returning Alton to the thriving town it once was.” Strebel said he is focused on investing in infrastructure that makes Alton safer, restoring fiscal responsibility to protect taxpayer costs, and growing our community by improving quality of life. “Under

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Authorities arrested three people after they allegedly stole a woman's wallet at a St. Louis County Costco store and used her debit cards at a nearby Walmart.

FIELDON - Fieldon United Church of Christ is hosting their third annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner, giving everyone in the community a seat at the Thanksgiving table - and a free, hot meal. “Last year, we served several family meals, delivered to over 30, and hosted 75 to 100 in-person diners,” Niki Egelhoff, one of the event organizers, said. “This year will be our third year and we hope to reach even more people. No one should feel alone during the holidays.” On Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 28, 2024), dinners will be served starting at 1 p.m. While the community is welcome to dine at the church at 205 1st St. in Fieldon, there will also be family-sized and individual meals available for carryout. Pre-orders can be placed by Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 for pickup at 10:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. To reserve your carryout order, or donate to the church, call Jen Fanning at 618-535-3220 or Tim Fanning at 618-535-3221. The event will also feature a cash prize

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On This Day, Nov. 15, 1980 ...Blondie landed their fifth U.K. #1 single with “The Tide Is High,” from their fifth studio album, Autoamerican. It would be another18 years before Blondie topped…

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The leader of John Beal Roofing said the company implemented new protocols after its former chief financial officer was arrested in a $2.1 million embezzlement scheme.

COLLINSVILLE - Two people from Indiana face charges in Madison County after stealing several items from the Collinsville Walmart with multiple drugs in their possession. Katelyn R. Staab and Elijah D. Prater, both 28 and of Burket, Ind., were both charged with retail theft over $300 (both Class 4 felonies). They were also charged with separate drug possession offenses. The items stolen included “a crossbow, arrows, sinus kit, smart watch, flashlight and tools,” with a total combined value of more than $300, according to descriptions of the charges. Prater additionally faces a Class 3 felony charge for possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine, while Staab faces a Class 4 felony for possession of “a substance containing buprenorphine.” Staab and Prater’s cases were presented by the Collinsville Police Department. Both have since been granted pretrial release from custody. The issuance of charges is based solely upon probable cause

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Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings, delicious meals, and expressing gratitude. As you prepare for this special occasion, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere is essential, and nothing sets the mood quite like a beautifully designed centerpiece. Instead of settling for store-bought options, why not tap into your creativity and craft a DIY centerpiece that reflects your style and the spirit of the season? This article will guide you through various DIY Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas, offering practical tips and inspiration to help you create a stunning focal point for your table. The Importance of a Centerpiece The centerpiece is often the centerpiece of attention—pun intended—during Thanksgiving dinners. It not only enhances the visual appeal of your dining table, but it also serves as a conversation starter, bringing people together. A well-thought-out centerpiece reflects the warmth of your home and the joy of the holiday season. It can be simple or elaborate,

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On November 15, 2024, we reflect on a series of significant events that have occurred throughout history on this day. One of the most notable events in history on November 15 occurred in 1986, when the world witnessed the signing of the agreement that established the World Trade Organization (WTO). This was a crucial development in international trade, as it aimed to enhance global trade relations and reduce barriers for countries engaging in commerce. The establishment of the WTO marked a significant step toward economic globalization, impacting countries and economies worldwide. It sought to create a fair and equitable trading system, which has been a topic of debate ever since. The WTO continues to play a central role in shaping trade policy and resolving trade disputes, making its founding on this day a landmark moment in global economic history. In the realm of culture, November 15, 1971, saw the release of the iconic rock album 'Led Zeppelin IV.' This album pushed the boundaries

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ALTON - The Wedge Innovation Center is a 55,000-square-foot social impact, research lab, think tank, and workspace serving as a hub for the digital economy in the Alton Metro Region. Following the investment of a $20 million 10G fiber network, made possible by funding from the State of Illinois, the Wedge is converging technologies and bridging opportunities across the bistate to drive sustainable growth, build a workforce of the future, and ignite business success in both Illinois and Missouri. Born out the community revitalization efforts of AltonWorks and leveraging the assets of SIUE, The Wedge is scheduled to open this winter. The Wedge will be the home of the Midwest AI Network (MAIN) Labs and research capabilities, technical expertise, and educational programming from SIUE including GeoMarc Office, Center for Predictive Analytics, Successful Communities Collaborative, and other excellent programs ready to provide community-engaged, timely problem-solving. Innovation: The Foundation

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Green Door Art Gallery presents our newest art exhibit, Mary & Breit. This new holiday collection from the one and only Mary Engelbreit will feature her brilliant original drawings of […]

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Cleveland right-hander Emmanuel Clase won his second AL Reliever of the Year Award and St. Louis righty Ryan Helsley won the NL honor.

Ringo Starr is sharing another preview of his upcoming country album, Look Up.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer just released the new song “Thankful,” featuring Alison Krauss, a tune Starr co-wrote…

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ALTON - Sing We Now of Christmas Great Rivers Choral Society to Present Annual Christmas Concert Great Rivers Choral Society is hard at work practicing for their annual Christmas concert, this year appropriately entitled Sing We Now of Christmas. Great Rivers Choral Society, founded in the fall of 2001, is an adult chorus of mixed voices whose objective is to foster and encourage music education and appreciation in southwestern Illinois. The chorus comprises 20–30 volunteer artists from all age groups and walks of life who enjoy singing and are looking for a means of expressing their vocal talents collectively. “We perform three concerts each season. They’re all wonderful in their own right, but the Christmas concert is especially magical,” says Great Rivers Choral Society Board President and soprano Pat Stewart. “The music selections are eclectic— some sacred music to honor the religious holiday, some secular music which will bring a smile to everyone’s

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Missourians can walk into a CBD shop right now and buy something that looks just like the canisters of marijuana buds and joints sold in state-regulated dispensaries.   Coffee shops are selling seltzers with 5mg of Delta-9 THC — an amount that would produce a strong buzz — right next to the juices in their coolers.  […]

GRANITE CITY – Granite City Community Unit School District #9 had four students recognized as part of the 2024 America Recycles Day Poster Contest, hosted by Madison County Green Schools Program. Other area students were also recognized. The theme for this year’s ARD contest was, “I want to be recycled.” There were 352 entries from 17 schools. This year’s winners in the poster contest are as follows: Kindergarten – 2nd grades 1st- Giovanni Zendejas, Eunice Smith Elementary 2nd - Georgia Zobrist, Highland Primary 3rd - Quinn Siebert, Leclaire Elementary 3rd – 5th grades 1st- Arianna Spaulding, West Elementary 2nd - Julia Augustson, Meadowbrook Intermediate 3rd - Caroline Hall, Grigsby Intermediate 6th – 8th grades 1st - Lauren Wilson, Coolidge Junior High 2nd - Katherine Fitzgerald, St. Mary’s Middle School 3rd - Molly Basye, Highland Middle 9th – 12th grades 1st - Kseniya

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November is Youth Homeless Awareness Month, and Covenant House Missouri is hosting "Sleep Out St. Louis" in solidarity with youth experiencing homelessness in St. Louis. FOX 2 and STL 11 have teamed up with Covenant House Missouri for Spirit of the Season, donate and help support their mission today!

If the petition is successful, it would mark the second time in just seven years that residents have spurred the state to audit the city’s books.

Elton John and his pal Brandi Carlile teamed up for a new song for his new documentary, and it has finally arrived.The song, "Never Too Late," was written for Elton…

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Here it is: the distilled wisdom of 66 years on planet Earth. The list is numbered so you can mock them in comments more easily. Enjoy. Crime didn't skyrocket in the '70s and '80s because of drugs or poverty or family breakdown. It skyrocketed because of an increase in lead poisoning that had begun decades ...continue reading "Pearls of wisdom, all for you"