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Alton Advances Measure To Keep Grocery Tax

Alton, Illinois · Alton

Alton Advances Measure To Keep Grocery Tax

34% Center coverage: 3 sources

ALTON – A resolution to replace an expiring state grocery sales tax with a locally collected grocery tax is on its way to the Alton City Council. A resolution to create an ordinance imposing a 1% sales tax on groceries and grocery “services” was approved 5-2 at Monday’s Committee of the Whole meeting . Voting against the resolution were Ward 1 Alderman Chris Bohn and Ward 3 Alderman Michael Velloff. The State of Illinois has imposed a 1% sales t…See the Story

SIUE’s Cougar Theater Camp prepares for ‘Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr.’

Disney · Edwardsville

SIUE’s Cougar Theater Camp prepares for ‘Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr.’

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Performances are scheduled for June 20, 21 and 22.See the Story

Part of Interstate 55/70 to close June 13 in Madison County

Madison County, Illinois · Madison County

Part of Interstate 55/70 to close June 13 in Madison County

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The section of the interstate will be closed until June 30.See the Story

Aurora Allowing Sale and Use of Fireworks

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Aurora lifts Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, allowing certain fireworks from June 15 to July 4.Godfrey · Godfrey See the Story

What to Expect at Next Month's Alton Midwest Nationals F1 Powerboat Championship

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

ALTON - The Alton Midwest Nationals F1 Powerboat Championship returns to Alton next month, and organizers couldn’t be more excited. On July 18–20, 2025, community members can enjoy the second annual powerboat races on the Alton riverfront. Tickets are available now and families are encouraged to come by, check out the local vendors, enjoy the racing and have a great weekend on the river. “Riverfront Park is an absolutely beautiful facility coupl…Alton, Illinois · Alton Read Article

Suspect identified in recent solicitation crimes

The Madison County Sheriff’s department has identified a woman it believes is connected to some recent burglaries in which the culprits claim to be employees of Ameren. Christina C. Costello,Madison · Madison Read Article

Phillips 66 donates to Granite City schools for storm recovery

In the wake of the devastating EF-3 tornado that struck the region on May 16, Phillips 66 has donated $50,000 to Granite City Community Unit School District #9 to supportTornado · Granite City Read Article

Glen Carbon couple celebrates 55th wedding anniversary

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Congratulations to the Fosters!Edwardsville, Illinois · Edwardsville Read Article

What's that going to be next to Calvary Baptist Church in Edwardsville?

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

An Edwardsville business will be moving to a new location.Edwardsville, Illinois · Edwardsville Read Article

River Dragons fall at home to Cape Catfish

Prospect League baseballAlton, Illinois · Alton Read Article

Wood River Man Faces Felonies After Fleeing Police In Stolen Car

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

WOOD RIVER – A man from Wood River faces multiple felony charges after fleeing from police at high speeds and more in a vehicle stolen from an ex-partner. Tremayne L. Brown, 30, of Wood River, was charged on May 27, 2025 with one count of unlawful possession of a stolen motor vehicle (a Class 2 felony) and two counts of aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer (both Class 4 felonies). Brown was allegedly in possession of a Hyund…Alton, Illinois · Alton Read Article