Barnes and Noble is having a reading challenge for kids in grades 1-6. If they read eight books before the challenge ends, they can pick up a free book at Barnes and Noble.
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Community Today Is The First Day Of Summer: 9 Ways To Kickstart Summer
Today, June 20, 2025, is the first day of summer. Here are 9 things you can do to kickstart your summer as well as fill up the summer months.
Thayer’s Independence Day Celebration Is July 4th
Thayer’s Independence Day celebration has been planned out for July 4, 2025. Watermelon, skydivers, music and more will be at the 4th of July celebration!
AltonMo.com’s Photo Contest Categories For The Walnut Festival
The Black Gold Walnut Festival is coming up in a couple of months on October 4th. AltonMo.com is holding its second annual photo contest at the Walnut Festival.
Thomasville To Have Rodeo And Fireworks Celebration July 5th!
Local towns are planning their Independence Day celebrations. Thomasville, Missouri, is having their annual rodeo and fireworks celebration on July 5, 2025.
Alton Library Has The McDonald’s Reading Challenge Again!
The Alton, Missouri, Public Library has the McDonald’s Happy McReaders Summer Program again for this summer!
Heart Of The Ozarks Fair Is Happening June 2nd-7th
The Heart of the Ozarks Fair is happening from Monday, June 2, 2025, through Saturday, June 7, 2025, in West Plains, Missouri.
Get A Free Cookie Or Ice Cream Cone Just By Reading!
Do you want a free sweet treat? All you have to do is read some books! The Farmer’s Daughter and Court Square Cafe are teeming up for “The Book Quest” summer reading challenge.
AltonMo.com Now Taking Donations For Independence Day Bags
For several years, AltonMo.com staff have gone to local fireworks celebrations to poll attendees and give away gift bags.
Missouri State Highway Patrol Youth Academy Is July 28th-Aug. 1st
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is having a Youth Academy Program from July 28-August 1, 2025, in Piedmont, Missouri.
Learn Now About Hunting Small Game
Squirrels and rabbits can be a nuisance to plants and shrubbery. MDC offers a free class to help beginner small game hunters.
Alton Assembly’s Block Party Gave The Community A Fun Day
The Alton Assembly of God Church held its Block Party on April 26, 2025, at the church. The event brought dozens of people to the church to have a nice afternoon.