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Environmental activist Robin Greenfield is foraging all his food and medicine for a full year. He stopped in Eugene to show locals what edible plants grow freely in Alton Baker Park.
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Alton Redbirds Split Opening Games at Edwardsville Showcase
Alton Redbirds split two games at Edwardsville’s NCCAA Live Event, beating MICDS and losing to Westminster in the Metro-East showcase.
Trump orders DOJ probe of oil companies for price gouging
By Alton Wallace | The Center Square President Donald Trump on Wednesday ordered the U.S. Department of Justice to launch an immediate investigation into oil companies, accusing them of corporate […]
Auto Butler Female Athlete Of The Month For The Redbirds: Justice Haynes Helped Power Alton’s Relentless...
Justice Haynes helped lift Alton girls basketball and track success with defense, speed, and leadership in Edwardsville and the IHSA postseason.
UPDATE: Rider Airlifted After Alton Rear-End Crash With SUV
Alton rear-end crash at Homer Adams Parkway and Buckmaster sends rider to St. Louis-area hospital; passenger treated for minor injuries.
New Podcast “According to Jama and Nikki” Brings Candid Conversations to RiverBender
Jama Fabry and Nikki Fiedler launch According to Jama and Nikki on RiverBender.com, sharing candid Alton conversations and local stories.
Andrew Olney Named Alton River Dragons Field Manager
Andrew Olney named Alton River Dragons field manager; Blake Vandiver promoted, Decatur game canceled, and Alton
Arch Helicopter Lands After Crash Near Alton Lowes
Motorcycle crash at Homer Adams Parkway and Buckmaster Lane in Alton sends one patient to Arch Medical Helicopter near Lowe’s.
Tornado watch issued for Alton, Edwardsville with a few tornadoes likely
A tornado watch has been issued for the St. Louis Metro East area until 9 p.m. with a couple tornadoes likely.
Kudros, Sitze Have Two Hits, RBI Each, As Post 126 Bounces Back to Win Over St. Jacob Post 665 5-3
Kudros and Sitze powered Alton Post 126 past St. Jacob 5-3 in Aviston tournament action at Aviston Park.
How slavery split an Alton church and drew Abraham Lincoln’s notice
Abraham Lincoln cited an Alton Unitarian church as an example of slavery’s divisions after a bitter 1856 dispute over an antislavery sermon.
Alton to launch America’s 250th anniversary celebration with riverfront festival
Alton’s 250 on the Mississippi festival brings family activities, live music, and July 3 fireworks to downtown July 1-3.
Alton Legion falls in consolation title game at Gator Classic
Alton Legion Post 126 split two games Saturday and finished 1-2 in the Trenton Post 778 Gator Classic baseball tournament.
Our Past: The Telegraph headlines for June 20 over past 100 years
The Telegraph's popular feature uses headlines from the past century to tell readers about Alton's history and the broader region.
Volunteers Learn How to Care for Gravestones at Alton Cemetery
Alton National Cemetery hosts Atlas Preservation workshop as volunteers learn gravestone restoration techniques from Jonathan Appell and community leaders.
East Alton appoints Wesley Hockaday as police sergeant
East Alton approved Wesley Hockaday’s promotion to police sergeant, then honored him with a badge-pinning ceremony led by his son.
Alton Police Probe Late Night Walgreens Armed Robbery
Alton police investigate armed robbery at Walgreens on Washington Avenue after a handgun-wielding suspect fled with cash late Thursday.
Alton friends born the same day celebrate 90 years of life and legacy
Two lifelong Alton friends born on the same day will celebrate their 90th birthdays, their legacy, and decades of friendship at Gordon Moore Park.
Our Past: The Telegraph headlines for June 18 over past 100 years
The Telegraph's popular feature uses headlines from the past century to tell readers about Alton's history and the broader region.
Alton River Dragons Set Family Night For Thursday Night, June 18, 2026
Alton River Dragons host Zooperstars Family Night June 18 at Lloyd Hopkins Field against Quincy Doggy Paddlers.
"Reimagine Alton" Team Prioritizes Attendance, Belonging and Action to Improve Alton School District
Reimagine Alton brings Alton School District #11 community voices together to boost attendance, belonging, communication and graduation rates.
Alton Senior Legion Blanks Maryland Heights Behind Dominant Duo
Alton Senior Legion shuts out Maryland Heights 6-0 at Gordon Moore Park behind Tate Powell and Joe Stephan.
Bruce Egelhoff remembered for restoring Alton homes and serving his community
Bruce Egelhoff, 71, is being remembered for restoring 34 Alton homes, serving the community and building lasting ties.
Our Past: The Telegraph headlines for June 17 over past 100 years
The Telegraph's popular feature uses headlines from the past century to tell readers about Alton's history and the broader region.