The Alton-Godfrey Cluster of United Congregations of the Metro-East hosted an Ice Cream Social at the Old Bakery Beer Company in an effort to support unity within our local communities. Jake Simmons, Alton police chief, was also on hand to report on policy changes and policing efforts in the Alton area...
Presented by Alton Main Street in the park next to the Jacoby Arts Center, the Night Market brings local vendors and artist together providing them a space to share their works with the public.
The Alton Regional Multimodal Transportation Center hosted this year's Amtrak Train Day. Visitors received informational packets and got an up-close look at model trains. Local vendors were also on hand along with an Able Lincoln impersonator.
Runners of all ages and abilities were invited to enjoy SIUE's cross country course. All proceeds from the event go to benefit the Edwardsville Cross Country and Track and Booster Club.
The Edwardsville Police Department invited the public out to Texas Roadhouse for their Tip-A-Cop night. During the evening, all donations made will go to supporting the Special Olympics of Illinois along with 10 percent of food sales from the evening also going towards the cause courtesy of Texas Roadhouse...
To support The Trooper Kyle Deatherage Memorial, Shivers Frozen Custard donated a portion of all its patio sales to support the cause. The Kyle Deatherage Memorial is an organization that assists families of fallen and injured first responders. The event featured a Godfrey Fire Department truck, MCSD...
Freer Auto Body hosted its annual Christmas in July fundraiser, an event they've continued since its first year in 1991. The event collects donations in order to provide less fortunate families with Christmas cheer.
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