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  • Alton Council Meeting Erupts Over Park Decisions June 9, 2026
  • Alton Church Of Christ Reached Out To Help Families June 8, 2026
  • Let’s Get Together, Missouri! Join America’s Potluck! June 8, 2026
  • Replacing Coffee With Smoothies Lowers Worker Stress June 6, 2026
  • Carve Your Own Sassafras Paddle In Winona June 5, 2026
  • Mister Rogers Stamp Reissued After Winning Contest June 5, 2026
  • Blinking Lights Save Lives: MoDOT Removed Alton’s Lights June 4, 2026
  • Trump Lawsuit Yields $1.776B Anti-Weaponization Fund June 4, 2026
  • Interested In Squirrel Hunting? MDC Has The Answers! June 3, 2026
  • New Life Church Supplementing Children’s Food Needs June 3, 2026
  • Reel in the Fun! Missouri’s Free Fishing Days are This Weekend! June 2, 2026
  • America 250 Project Creates New July Fourth Tradition June 2, 2026
  • Community Shower Event Set At Alton Church Of Christ June 1, 2026
  • Are Family-Friendly Pizza Huts Making A Comeback? May 30, 2026
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  • Greer Spring Trailhead Plans Temporary Closure For Repairs May 28, 2026
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Alton Council Meeting Erupts Over Park Decisions

Politics June 9, 2026June 9, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton City Council met last night. Long from a short, dull meeting, voices got heated and intense as park opinions came to the surface.

Alton Church Of Christ Reached Out To Help Families

Religion June 8, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton Church of Christ held a community shower on Saturday, June 6. They took donations and donated to anyone who was in need.

Potluck

Let’s Get Together, Missouri! Join America’s Potluck!

Community June 8, 2026June 2, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Alton, Mo. – we are making history in Oregon County, Missouri! On July 5, neighborhoods nationwide will gather for America’s Potluck—and Alton is currently hosting the only official potluck scheduled in all of Missouri. It is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our town, enjoy some fantastic food, and connect with folks right here in Oregon […]

Kayakers floating on the scenic Eleven Point River.

Carve Your Own Sassafras Paddle In Winona

Outdoor Living June 5, 2026June 4, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Missouri Department of Conservation is hosting a class to guide you in your sassafras paddle-making endeavors.

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Blinking Lights Save Lives: MoDOT Removed Alton’s Lights

Travel June 4, 2026June 3, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

MODOT has stepped into our lives, not to repair potholes, not to paint lines, but to remove Alton’s blinking lights.

Boxes of cans, toaster strudels, and eggs stacked up at the Alton Food Bank of December 1, 2021.

New Life Church Supplementing Children’s Food Needs

Religion June 3, 2026June 2, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

New Life Church in Thayer has teamed up with Convoy of Hope to provide FREE supplemental food boxes to each child aged 4-18.

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Community Shower Event Set At Alton Church Of Christ

Community June 1, 2026May 22, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton Church of Christ is hosting a community shower event to collect and distribute necessary items to local residents in need.

A bluff overlooking one of Greer's springs.

Greer Spring Trailhead Plans Temporary Closure For Repairs

Outdoor Living May 28, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The U.S. Forest Service announced that the Greer Spring Trailhead has experienced issues due to weather and time.

Alton Chamber of Commerce sign

May Chamber Meeting Discussed Variety Of Topics

Business May 22, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton Chamber met at Collins Coffee on the square to discuss the newsletter, the Walnut Festival, banners, and membership enrollment.

turtle crossing a road.

Slow and Steady: Navigating the Hazards of Turtle Crossing Season

Outdoor Living May 22, 2026May 6, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages motorists to slow down and give turtles a break as they cross roads this spring.

The 4th of July fireworks at Thayer Mo High School

Red, White, And Boom! Thayer Celebrates 250 Years Of Freedom

Recreation May 18, 2026May 7, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Thayer has announced the date and events surrounding their 250th celebration of our nation’s birthday, a massive display!

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Calling All Future Healthcare Heroes: MASH Camp at Ozarks Medical

Lifestyle May 13, 2026May 4, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Ozarks Healthcare is excited to announce the return of our M*A*S*H (Medical Academy of Science and Health) Camp.

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