Echoes of the Past Village in Thayer, Mo, is once again decorating their village with Christmas lights and opening the village for the public to enjoy.
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What To Know About The Local Parades Happening This Saturday
December 6, 2025, Alton and Thayer, Missouri, and Mammoth Spring, Arkansas’s, Christmas parades are being held.
Bootleggers BBQ Unofficial Opening Is Set For Early January
After a couple years of construction and multiple hiccups along the way, Bootleggers BBQ is getting ready to open in early January of 2026.
The Farmer’s Daughter Is Hosting A Cake Decorating Class Dec. 13
The Farmer’s Daughter in Thayer is hosting a cake decorating class on December 13, 2025. The class is coming in perfect time for holiday baking and decorating!
Thayer Bobcats Season Comes To An End With A 22-14 Loss To Tipton
The Thayer Bobcats football team went up against the Tipton Cardinals in the Class 1 Quarterfinals on November 22, 2025.
What Happened At The November Alton Chamber of Commerce Meeting
The Alton Chamber of Commerce met at noon on November 20, 2025, at Collins Coffee on the square to discuss multiple topics.
Help Ring The Salvation Army Bell This Christmas Season
If you live in or around Alton and Thayer, Missouri, you can help ring the Salvation Army Bell this Christmas season, starting November 28, 2025.
Alton’s Christmas Parade Is Set For December 6th!
Alton, Missouri’s, annual Christmas parade is set for December 6, 2025. The evening is filled with festive activities to help bring in Christmas.
BB Road Hunter’s Meal Had An Overflow Of People On Saturday
The BB Road Volunteer Fire Department held its annual Hunter’s Meal on October 15, 2025. The event had an overflow of hunters and non-hunters alike.
Thayer Bobcats Bring Home The Class 1 District 3 Championship Title
The Thayer Bobcats went up against the Marionville Comets on November 14, 2025. Despite a close first half, Thayer pulled out a 42-21 win.
SEMO Workforce And Economic Development Forum Answered Questions
The SEMO (South East Missouri) Workforce and Economic Development Forum answered questions about ideas for growth in our communities.
Alton Culture Club Taking Vendor Applications For Christmas Parade
This year, the Culture Club, working with the Chamber, is adding a few events. They are planning to host vendors around the square.












