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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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.
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.
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.
Alaska Typhoon Disaster Along Western Coast
With it came hurricane-force winds and record flooding to numerous Alaska Native villages along the coast.
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.
Here’s What’s Happening On October 25th To Plan Your Day
Saturday, October 25, 2025, there are several events happening in Oregon County Missouri. To plan your day to hit the most events, here’s what’s happening on the 25th.
Rover Turkey Shoot- A Fun Day For Everyone
On Sunday, October 19, 2025, Rover invited the public to a fun-filled day at the Rover Gun Club. This annual event is family-friendly.
Thayer Bobcats Football Shut Out The Willow Springs Bears 69-0
The Thayer Bobcats football team went up against the Willow Springs Bears on October 17, 2025. The Bobcats kept their undefeated record with a 69-0 win.












