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The Alton Culture Club is hosting a Miss Oregon County Patriotic Pageant on June 20, 2026. The pageant is open to any Oregon County girl ages 5-18.

Researchers find most baby food sold in U.S. grocery stores is ultra-processed. Additives are the number one ingredient in many baby foods.

Chuck Norris, the 86-year-old actor and martial arts icon, has passed away. He had recently celebrated his 86th birthday.

Senator Josh Hawley introduced legislation last week to strip federal approval from the dangerous abortion drug Mifepristone.

Representative Keith Elliott is working on voting rights, school report cards, and eliminating the state income tax.

Congress is examining where life begins, clarifying that a person is one with a unique DNA, regardless of age or whether in the womb.

Community

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

On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, Dairy Queen in West Plains will celebrate 50 years of being open! This is the time to grab a friend!

Gov Kehoe and the Missouri Dept of Soc. Svcs. Children’s Division announced participation in the “A Home for Every Child” initiative,

At the Political Communications Workshop students ages 13–19 are challenged to think critically, engage respectfully, and communicate clearly.

The White House and Hillsdale College released a new installment in The Story of America video series featuring Trump.

The Selah Place of Oregon County is hosting a Craft/Vendor event. Although the event is in March, they are already seeking vendors.