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A new veteran-specific program is starting up, as well as GED classes and partnerships with faith-based organizations.

ALTON – The City of Alton might get a new fitness court with a $100,000 contribution from Alton Township, pending approval of an agreement next week. The Alton Committee of the Whole is set to consider an intergovernmental agreement with Alton Township at their next meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025. Under the agreement, Alton Township would give the City of Alton $100,000 to build a fitness court. The agreement does not mention an exact location for the fitness court, other than within Alton city limits. According to the resolution on Monday’s agenda, both parties agree it is “in the best interests of the public health, safety, and welfare of the Township and its residents, and the City and its residents,” to enter the agreement for the fitness court. More details will likely come to light once the item is brought to the floor for consideration and a vote. The Committee of the Whole meets next on Monday, March 24 at 6 p.m. Follow the discussion on this

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ALTON – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent lane closures on Illinois 140 at the intersection of Fosterburg Road in Madison County will begin, weather permitting, Wednesday, March 26, for intersection improvements. The $1.95 million project, which involves modifying the existing intersection to allow for an additional dedicated left turn lane on southbound Illinois 140 and installing new modernized traffic signals, is anticipated to be completed by November. Throughout construction at least one lane in both directions will be maintained on Illinois 140 and on Fosterburg Road. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage, and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information

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The women hurt during the crash, both from Bonne Terre, were both passengers.

As one of the regions most affected by the global climate crisis, local scientists are struggling with canceled research grants and funding cuts from federal agencies.

Columnist Bill McClellan begins: Traveling well within the speed limit, I flew my spaceship to downtown Clayton the other day. I had some business to conduct.

St. Louis County stopped paying for costs such as meals, team outings and dog training. The Animal Protective Association quit soon after.

Catch up on local business expansions, milestones and projects.

Catch up on local business appointees, hires, and promotions.

Monica Aubuchon (nee Jung), fortified with the sacraments of the Holy Mother Church, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025 at the age of 63.

Joseph & Diane Taormina.