Letter To Editor: Marsie Geldert-Murphey Responds to Alton Steel Closure

Alton Steel shuts down, cites 'challenges'

ALTON — Alton Steel Inc. said it is shutting down effective this week, citing "insurmountable challenges" such as aging infrastructure, intense competition and industry consolidation.

Letter To Editor: Marsie Geldert-Murphey Responds to Alton Steel Closure

Letter To Editor:The following is a statement from Marsie Geldert-Murphey, candidate for Illinois State Senate in the 56th District, in response to the sudden closure of the Alton Steel plant:“The news about Alton Steel is devastating. It’s devastating for our community and, more importantly, for the 250 workers and families who woke up to their lives being turned upside down.“For so many families, this was more than a job. It was the stability …

Reaction to Alton Steel announcement

The announcement that Alton Steel Inc. will be closing by the end of the month has caught many off guard. Among those is John Keller, President of the Riverbend Growth