Lent is a six-week period that begins on Ash Wednesday and concludes on Holy Saturday or Easter Sunday. It is a time for fasting.
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More Travel Woes Out West- Abundance Of Snow
Along Interstate 80 in the Sierra Nevada mountains, they are expecting 3-5 FEET of snow by Wednesday night.
Avoiding Disaster In The Olympics With…Airbags!
Skiers have extra safety measures for when they ‘fly down the slopes’: airbags! They wear airbag vests that inflate in the event of a crash.
Alton High School Class Reunion Announces Date
Another year is rolling by, and with it, it is time for the annual Alton class reunion. The reunion will be May 23, 2026.
Alton City Now Taking Applications For Lifeguards And Pool Manager
Alton City Hall is taking applications for lifeguards and pool managers. Stop by the Alton City Hall to apply today!
Trump Declares We Are One Nation Under God
Trump met for the annual National Prayer Breakfast. He announced that on May 17, there will be a rededication of America as a nation under God
Elliott To Attend Town Hall Meeting In Doniphan
Representative Keith Elliott has scheduled a town hall meeting in Doniphan to discuss developments in the north.
Learn More About Owls At MDC’s Two Live Webinars
Owls are hooting in anticipation of nesting season, and the public is invited to tune into upcoming webinars to learn more. The MDC is hosting two webinars in February.
Alton City Council Discussed Various Items In February
tTe Alton city council met. A few new topics were listed for the night. they addressed the needs of the community members present.
What Is A Heart Healthy Nutrient? Potassium!
February is heart month. With that, we are interested in heart health. Potassium plays a direct role in how the heart actually beats.
The US Officially Withdraws From The World Health Organization
The United States Government formally exited from WHO on January 22, 2026. This decision was driven by profound failures in the WHO.
CANCELED: Sign Up For The Oregon County Alumni Showdown Scheduled For March 28th!
Couch High School is having its annual Oregon County Alumni Showdown on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Couch High School.