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ALTON - YWCA hosted its annual Trivia Night Fund Raiser on Saturday, November 5 at Best Western Premier Conference Center, Alton, and would like to thank the community for its support. “We were so excited to be back in person for Trivia and surrounded by YWCA friends. YWCA Trivia featured celebrity volunteer judges: Ms. Deborah Pitts, Chief Marcus Polido, and Alderman Stephanie Elliott. Our attendance prizes, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and challenging trivia made for an action-packed and enjoyable evening.” said Dorothy Hummel, YWCA Executive Director. This year’s Programs Sponsors included Altonized Community Federal Credit Union, Friends of David Goins, Mayor Alton, Gail Donnelly, Doug Bader, Honorable Ellar Duff, Luken Insurance, First Mid Bank & Trust, Friends for Katie Stuart, IL State Rep 112 th District, and the YWCA Yogis. We were blessed by numerous Round Sponsors: Altonized Community Federal Credit Union, AWA Tees and More, Bickle Electric, Busey

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Another Freightway Priority Freight project was completed this fall. Improvements have been completed for Lenox Tower, located in Mitchell, Illinois, which included $10.1 million to modernize rail operations, improve safety and mobility of goods, people and services throughout southwestern Illinois. Thanks to a  public-private sector funding partnership that included IDOT, the Federal Railroad Administration, AMRAK, Union Pacific, BNSF Railway and […]

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ST. LOUIS - With colder weather arriving across the state, Illinois American Water is reminding homeowners to take steps to prevent water damage from frozen and burst pipes. Tips also cover frozen water meters, which can bring costly plumbing repairs and replacement fees along with headaches and unexpected expense to homeowners. “With cold weather on the way, now is the time for customers to take preventative steps to avoid frozen pipes and water meters. Preparing now can help customers avoid damaged plumbing inside and outside of their homes,” said Beth Matthews, vice president of operations. Before temperatures are below freezing customers should: Check sprinkler or irrigation systems. Make sure you have turned everything off and fully drained the systems. Identify your home’s freezing points . Check your home for pipes in areas that may be prone to freezing, such as crawl spaces, unheated rooms, basements, garages and exterior walls. Know the location

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Bruce Springsteen's album of soul and R&B cover songs, Only the Strong Survive, has arrived. It's The Boss' third album in four years, following 2019's Western Stars and 2020's Letter…

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“It’s nice and tranquil. Quiet. Peaceful. Very sacred. Awestruck is too minor of a word. It doesn’t really describe the feeling.”

Kevin Conroy, longtime voice of Batman, has died at 66.

ST. LOUIS - Since 2013, Saint Louis Closet Co., which locally designs, manufactures and installs custom closets and organizational systems, has been an official drop-off site for the annual Toys for Tots program. This year, they are kicking off their toy drive on Tuesday, November 15, from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. at 2626 S. Big Bend Blvd., Saint Louis, MO 63143. Each person who attends the event and donates a new, unwrapped toy will be entered to win a Starbucks gift card. “Please come out to help us collect toys for children who would otherwise not receive a present on Christmas,” said Jennifer Williams, Owner of Saint Louis Closet Co. “It’s an incredible feeling to give back to families and children who are less fortunate. We love all that Toys for Tots does to help families who are going through tough times in their lives.” The mission of the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during November and December

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This happened: KFC’s German branch has apologized for seeming to encourage its customers to mark the anniversary of Kristallnacht — the notorious Nazi pogrom against Jews — by eating chicken, saying that a promotional message was sent in error as a result of an automated push notification. Say what? A promotional message was "sent in ...continue reading "Kristallnacht turns out to be a bad excuse for eating at KFC"

The standup comedian Gallagher, who was known for smashing watermelons as part of his act, has died at age 76, his manager confirmed to multiple media outlets.

KIPP St. Louis Public Schools has a median salary of $47,147, according to public data.

A national report from the Society for Family Planning shows abortions have increased nearly 30% in two neighboring states to Missouri.

JERSEYVILLE - Multiple groups came together to hold a short parade to honor Veteran's Day in Jerseyville this morning. The parade began at 10 a.m. starting from the corner of W Prairie St. and N State St. It carried on down S State St. for about a quarter-mile before looping back around. Locals got out to honor these veterans although the chilly morning temperatures. The parade was led off by American Legion Post #492 and VFW Post 4528. There were also scout members and the Jersey Community High School marching band. The parade lasted not much longer than 15 minutes but was a great way to pay respect to these veterans.

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Since 2014, Earl McWilliams has served as a matchmaker and promoter for amateur boxers throughout the St. Louis area. McWilliams, a St. Louis native who works in medical equipment delivery, is a self-described "boxing Wikipedia."

November 27 would've been Jimi Hendrix's 80th birthday, and the milestone is being celebrated with a bunch of special events honoring the late guitar legend. Next Thursday, November 17, ZZ Top's…

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“I really have to find this for her dad,” said Barry Rolland, after hearing from Walter Tarde’s daughter about what his lost wedding ring meant to him. They searched for 2½ hours.