On November 3, 2025, the Oregon County Sheltered Workshop Board of Directors presented Herman Holmes a plaque for his 38 years of service.
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Alton, Couch, Kosh, And Thayer Veterans Day Assemblies Have Been Planned
The Alton High School, Couch High School, Koshkonong High School, and Thayer High School have planned their Veterans Day assemblies for November 11, 2025.
A Look At The Taste Of The Season Event And The Block Party
The Farmer’s Daughter Taste of the Season event, as well as Alton Assembly of God’s block party, happened on Saturday, November 1, 2025.
A Pizza Party For Herman Holmes Is Happening Today At 11!
A pizza party is going to be held in honor of Herman Holmes’ service at 11:00 am today, November 3, 2025, at the Oregon County Sheltered Workshop.
Alton Trunk-Or-Treat Brings Costumes, Laughter, And Fun
The Alton Chamber of Commerce’s Trunk-or-Treat happened on October 31, 2025. There were countless costumes, laughter all night, and fun for everyone.
Thomasville Christmas Bazaar Will Be November 6th-8th
The Thomasville Christmas Bazaar will be from November 6-8, 2025, at the Thomasville Community Center. A variety of Christmas items and gifts will be available.
A Look At The Class 1 District 3 High School Football Playoffs
The Thayer High School football team is the number one seed in Class 1. Here is a look at the teams in Class 1 District 3
Bridge Work To Start In March 2027 On Highway 160 Outside Alton
MoDOT is going to be working on a bridge on Highway 160 in Oregon County, Missouri, starting in March of 2027.
Halloween Events That Are Happening This Week In The Area
There are multiple Halloween events going on this week in Oregon County, Missouri. Most of the events are being held October 30th and 31st, 2025.
Local And Loved Alton Resident, Elvin Bridges, Passes Away
Elvin Richardson Bridges, age 99 of Alton, MO, was born October 18, 1925, and passed away on October 13, 2025.
Community What Good Are Bats? Do You Want Them Around? Find Out More
A bat’s enormous appetite for flying insects is one reason it is good to have these unique flying mammals around.
2023 Alton High School Graduate Gunnar Kennedy Dies At Age 21
Gunnar Kennedy, Alton, Missouri, local, died at the age of 21 while hiking in Slovenia. His funeral will be October 25, 2025.