Chris Rhodes is a photographer and reporter for RiverBender and EdGlenToday.com. He is a graduate of Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, IL with a degree in Criminal Justice. He also runs the Madison County Scanner Page.
Chris loves camping,fishing, and photography. Chris is an Eagle Scout and lives in East Alton.
WOOD RIVER - Columbia took an early lead and maintained control throughout, defeating East Alton-Wood River Varsity Oilers 17-1 Tuesday in a conference baseball game. The game, played Tuesday at East Alton-Wood River, saw Columbia jump ahead in the top of the first inning. Micah James hit a two-run...
ALTON — The Alton Fire Department responded to a fire in the 1200 block of Fairway Drive on Sunday night, April 13, 2025, where a shed was fully engulfed in flames and the fire had spread to a nearby house. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find the shed ablaze and portions of the house...
WOOD RIVER – The East Alton-Wood River (EAWR) boys track team achieved a notable victory at the EAWR 2025 Invite on Saturday, April 12, 2025, securing first place with a total of 104 points. Mekhi Shorter contributed significantly to EAWR's success, finishing third in both the 100-meter race...
WOOD RIVER — Firefighters responded to a structure fire early Saturday morning, April 12, 2025, in the 500 block of State Street. The Wood River Fire Department arrived to find heavy smoke coming from the residence. In response to the situation, a box alarm was requested, prompting assistanc...
ROXANA, — Mason Crump showcased his pitching prowess with a standout performance, leading the Roxana Shells to a commanding 15-0 victory over East Alton-Wood River on Tuesday. The right-handed pitcher recorded 10 strikeouts, allowed only one hit, and did not concede any runs over four innings,...
[slideshow:1744228674621 ROXANA — The Roxana Varsity Shells struggled to keep pace with East Alton-Wood River in a decisive 13-0 loss on Tuesday at home. East Alton-Wood River quickly established dominance, scoring their first run in the opening inning due to a defensive error by Roxana. The...
MARINE - Madison County Sheriff's Office detectives have been actively investigating a series of business and residential burglaries over the past couple of months. Wednesday morning, April 9, 2025, they executed a search warrant in the 10000 block of Lower Marine Road, where they interviewed several...
ALTON — Two individuals are recovering after being shot on Homer Adams Parkway in Alton on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The Alton Police Department received a call at 8:55 p.m. Tuesday from a female driver who reported she was en route to an area hospital following the shooting, which occurred near...
JERSEYVILLE — Nick Hartley, a member of the Jersey Community High School wrestling team, has been recognized as a Sparklight Male Athlete of the Month following a successful junior season. Hartley concluded the season with an overall record of 29 wins and 12 losses, culminating in his qualification...
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