9 Must Read Articles
  • Home
  • News
  • Business
    • Business News
    • Business Directory
    • Now Hiring
  • Politics
  • Lifestyle
  • Sports
  • Community
    • Community Updates
    • Community Events
    • Add Event
  • Marketplace
    • Classifieds
    • Add Classified
  • About
  • Contact Us

Trending Now

  • Legislators Revive ‘Personhood’ Amendment Protecting Fetuses March 16, 2026
  • COVID Closures Still Impacting Education In Major Subjects March 14, 2026
  • Looking to Bag That Elusive Gobbler? MDC Can Help March 13, 2026
  • Google Quickens Its Chrome Updates To Compete With AI March 13, 2026
  • Time To Renew Your Annual Hunting And Fishing Licenses March 12, 2026
  • Tai Chi Classes At Local Senior Centers Starting March 26th March 12, 2026
  • Highway M Will Be Closed From March 16th Through October 29th March 11, 2026
  • March Alton City Council Meet Discussed Variety Of Topics March 10, 2026
  • Alton Culture Club Is Hosting An Oregon County Pageant On June 20th March 10, 2026
  • Local Oregon County Elections Occur In April; Are You Ready? March 9, 2026
  • Oregon County 4-H Art Show Is Taking Entries Now March 7, 2026
  • Help Clear A New Trailhead Near Greer From April 10th-12th March 6, 2026
  • Explore The Springs At The Narrows On The Eleven Point River March 5, 2026
  • The Heart Of The Ozarks Fair Is Set For June 1st-6th In West Plains March 4, 2026
  • Rep Jason Smith Votes For Our Best And Does Not Remove Gas Appliances March 4, 2026
  • Cty Comm Jake Parker Lists Roads To Get Improvements In Oregon County March 3, 2026
  • Did You Know That America Has An Official Creed? March 3, 2026

Home Community

Currently browsing "Community".

Baked pies at the Oregon County Farmer's Market on June 11, 2022. Community

What Are Your Thoughts On A Community Potluck?

Community February 23, 2026February 24, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Alton is planning various events. One idea suggested on the America 250 website was to host a community-wide potluck!

Alton High School

Alton High School Class Reunion Announces Date

Community February 17, 2026February 12, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Another year is rolling by, and with it, it is time for the annual Alton class reunion. The reunion will be May 23, 2026.

250th Anniversary of the United States

Oregon County Meeting Discussing Road to 250 Synapse

Community January 12, 2026January 9, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The goal of the meeting was to plan a celebration of our nation’s birthday.and ongoing patriotic celebrations throughout the year.

Painting of the Declaration of Independence by John Trumbull

Coffee, Conversation, And Community On The Road To 250

Community January 5, 2026January 7, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

This is an open discussion meeting about Alton, Oregon County, and Missouri history. The story of American liberty is also a local story.

Parade

Alton Culture Club Taking Vendor Applications For Christmas Parade

Community November 13, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

This year, the Culture Club, working with the Chamber, is adding a few events. They are planning to host vendors around the square.

Sew Blessed Piecemakers group after presenting the Quilt of Valor to Elvin Bridges.

Local And Loved Alton Resident, Elvin Bridges, Passes Away

Obituaries October 27, 2025October 22, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Elvin Richardson Bridges, age 99 of Alton, MO, was born October 18, 1925, and passed away on October 13, 2025.

2023 Alton High School Graduate Gunnar Kennedy Dies At Age 21

Obituaries October 23, 2025October 23, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

Gunnar Kennedy, Alton, Missouri, local, died at the age of 21 while hiking in Slovenia. His funeral will be October 25, 2025.

Kilo dog

Help Find Missing Dog In Alton Area

Community October 21, 2025October 21, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Kilo was last seen at the school on Saturday. He is very friendly and loves attention. He slipped out of his collar and went wandering.

The Country Meadows Christian Venue/Event Center full of people at Rover VFD's BBQ and auction.

Rover VFD BBQ And Auction Brings The Community Together

Community September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

The Rover Volunteer Fire Department held its annual BBQ and auction fundraiser on September 6, 2025, at the Country Meadows Christian Venue/Event Center.

music and keyboard

Live Music Most Fridays At Collins Coffee

Community September 4, 2025September 2, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Collin’s Coffee on the square in Alton does more than sell coffee. It has other beverages and live music! The live music concerts are Free!

Alton Senior Center

Alton Senior Center Meals And Activities For September 2025

Community September 4, 2025September 4, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton, Missouri, Senior Center has planned a month’s worth of meals and activities for September 2025 for the community.

A cemetery

Founder Of Focus On The Family, James Dobson, Dies At 89

Obituaries August 28, 2025August 29, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Focus on the Family founder James Dobson died on August 21, 2025, at the age of 89. He impacted many generations with his books, his talks, and his foundations. Early Life Dobson was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, in 1936. In 1967, he received his doctorate in psychology. Books James Dobson published his first book, Dare […]

Posts navigation

1 2 … 26 Next
Loading...
Home Community

Business

  • Jobs
  • Markets
  • Farming
  • Finance

Travel

  • Wilderness
  • Vacation
  • Activities
  • Guides

Tech

  • Technology
  • Industry
  • Energy

Life

  • Events
  • Culture
  • Entertainment
  • Food

Politics

  • Government
  • Elections
  • Diplomacy

Sports

  • Chiefs
  • Comets

Submit News

Want to share something? Go to our news form.

Copyright © 2012-2026 by AltonMo.com
Proudly powered by Site Design USA

Contact Us Terms of Service

Change Location
Find awesome listings near you!