ALTON - The 35th annual Alton Juneteenth Celebration drew an estimated 900 to 1,000 people recently to James Killion Park at Salu, where organizers said the event continued its long-running tradition of bringing the community together through speakers, entertainment, vendors, and family activities. The event in Alton marked its 35th anniversary, and Abe Lee Barham, an organizer, said attendance was slightly lower than usual because of overcast weather, though he described the crowd as strong.
Jilly's Cupcake Bar, at 8509 Delmar Blvd., is known for its gourmet cupcake flavors with buttercream frosting, such as peach cobbler, brownie cheesecake, banana pudding, Dreamsicle and more.
ALTON - A new podcast is bringing connection to the Riverbend community. “According to Jama and Nikki,” premiering at 10 a.m. every Saturday on RiverBender.com , brings together two local friends to chat about anything and everything while supporting the local area. Jama Fabry and Nikki Fiedler truly believe that a rising tide lifts all ships, and they are working hard to share that philosophy through the podcast. “Our friends are listening, a community is listening,
The Ozzy Osbourne exhibit in Birmingham, England, is getting a new piece of Ozzy memorabilia.The Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery just announced that Ozzy’s black Gothic-style throne will be part of…
JEFFERSON COUNTY - Two Jefferson County residents died in a tornado that struck the area Sunday night, June 21, 2026, according to information from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, which also said volunteer groups and government officials are working on cleanup in affected areas. The victims were identified as 83-year-old Delores B. Shelton of 19267 N. Ranch Lane in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, and 62-year-old Sarita L. Kimble of 14650 E. July Road in Mt. Vernon, the sheriff’s office
The Sixth Circuit just handed Ohio a win on its social media law restricting minors, and reading the majority opinion, it’s immediately obvious why: the court fell hook, line, and sinker for the moral panic that social media is inherently poisonous to children. The first few pages of the decision are nothing but cherry-picked, out-of-context […]
Clive Davis, the record executive known as "the man with the golden ears," has died of age-related illness, according to his family. He was 94.Davis either discovered, signed or guided the careers…
GRANITE CITY – State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik are offering a FREE Shred Day in Pontoon Beach! Paper documents will be accepted for safe and secure destruction. Cardboard boxes used to transport documents will be returned to each person. The shredding company will accept a maximum of three bankers’ boxes per person. "One of the most important parts of our job is providing helpful services and resources to the people we represent,” said Senator
SHILOH - A construction worker who was struck by a vehicle Friday morning, June 19, 2026, in Shiloh later died at a hospital, and the crash remains under investigation by local police and the Illinois State Police. The Shiloh Police Department said officers responded at about 10:48 a.m. Friday, June 19, in the area of Air Mobility Drive and Maple Street for a traffic accident involving a vehicle striking a construction worker. The worker was later identified as Murphy Rodgers, 55
After canceling several shows earlier in June due to laryngitis, Rod Stewart returned to the stage on Friday night, but didn't appear 100% healthy.TMZ obtained video of Rod struggling through his concert in…
American teens are driving less than in previous decades, prompting civic advocates to warn that fewer young people may register to vote. Yet at least one state — New Hampshire — offers insight into how civic groups can work around a lack of registration opportunities to ensure young people can register, as well as the […]
TROY, IL. - Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, First Fridays Art on the Streets — a celebration of creativity and community. This event is perfect for students as well. While not a "juried event" we do limit vendors to have the best variety. Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Dawn Mushill announced the arts event for Friday, Aug. 7. There is a small participation fee for those selling their items, and some sponsored spaces available for those particularly doing chalk
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