What is a fruitcake? Who eats it? Why do we give it at Christmastime? Where did it come from? AltonMo.com did some searching and this is what we found.
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Donate Blood And Help More People During The Holidays
At this time of year when we think of helping the unfortunate, the Red Cross is asking that you keep thinking of others
Christmas Cookie Recipe For Yummy Sugar Cookies
In a recent AltonMo.com poll (from Alton, Mo., Christmas parade) on what people’s favorite cookie is, it was sugar cookies. Here’s the recipe for it.
Christmas Movie And Song: What Is Your Favorite?
The AltonMo.com team polled people at the Alton, Missouri, Christmas parade, on what their favorite Christmas movie and song is.
Do You Have A Favorite Christmas Cookie? Here’s Alton’s Favorite Cookie
Around Christmas, you make all the cookies imaginable. The AltonMo.com team polled Alton residents on what their favorite Christmas cookie was.
Community Show You’re Thankful In November- 7 Ways To Show Thankfulness
The month of November brings along Thanksgiving. With Thanksgiving, you find out what you’re thankful for. Here are seven ways to show you’re thankfulness.
National Kale Day Was Celebrated On October 6, 2021
Not everyone likes the green, leafy vegetable of kale; but it is very healthy and is easy to grow. National Kale Day was celebrated on October 6, 2021.
AltonMo.com Polls People At The 36th Annual Black Gold Walnut Festival
The 36th Annual “Black Gold” Walnut Festival took place on October 2, 2021, in Alton, MO. The AltonMo.com team went around and asked people some questions.
Overview Of Thayer Homecoming Festivities On September 24th
Thayer High School’s homecoming was Friday, September 24, 2021. They had a parade, supper, homecoming queen crowning, the football game.
Where Do Our School Supplies Originate? The History Behind Them
We use a variety of supplies when it comes to school. Whether it is paper, glue, we use a lot of supplies. What you might not know is where they came from.
Thayer Teen Wins Congressional Art Competition
Earlier this month, Representative Smith announced the winner of the Congressional Art Competition.
Have You Ever Wondered What Cholesterol Is? Find Out Now
We hear a lot about cholesterol. Have you ever wondered what it is? Cholesterol is a component of fat that helps make vitamins and hormones.