Paranormal enthusiast from across the US gathered at the Atrium Hotel in Alton to hold a Haunted America Conference. Event Attendees exchanged ghost stories and held panels on the supernatural. Due to Alton's long history with hauntings, event organizers felt Alton was a fitting location for this year's...
Alton residents celebrated the anniversary of the abolishment of slavery in America. Vendors were on hand along with bounce houses, rock climbing walls, horse rides, musical guest, and a variey of informative activites. Among the plethora of activities, the Jesse White Tumblers also performed. You ca...
Alton’s Associated Bank recently completed a major remodel and the River Bend Growth Association was on hand to thank the Bank for its investment in Alton with a Ribbon Cutting. Associated’s Southern Illinois Community Market includes eight branches and can be found in Glen Carbon, Belleville,...
Citizens of Edwardsville helped celebrate the historic route over the weekend at Edwardsville City Park. The event was packed with muisc, bounce houses, food vendors, and art with an estimated 10,000 people participating in the event.
Classic cars, hot rods and motorcycles were displayed on West 3rd, State and Belle streets for the annual All-Wheels Drive-In Car Show. Though, there was a bit of rain, that didn't stop car enthusiast from enjoying the show!
On this episode of Explore the Riverbend, we take a closer look at Fix It Shoe Repair on State St. in Alton. Bill Wanger, who plans to retire soon, reflects on his career as a shoe repairman.
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Granite City citizens gathered at the Lincoln Place Community Center for a book signing and a reception for the upcoming move to be shot in Granite City, Men of Granite. The author of the book, alongside directors and producers of the movie, held a reception to discuss their excitement for the upcoming...
The FREE Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair offers fun and education for the entire family. Trout pond; bluegill pond; seminars on fishing and water safety; educational activities; gifts and prizes for everyone and lots more! Featuring Camo the Clown, and a 4,000 gallon aquarium. Sponsored by Illinois...
River Bend Growth Association honored Encore Bath & Remodeling with a Ribbon Cutting to commemorate the opening of their new Showroom at 6001 Godfrey Road in Godfrey, Illinois. Growth Association Director of Member Services Joell Aguirre MC’d the event for owner Allan Morse. The ribbon cutting...
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