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State Rep. Keith Elliott praised Thayer High School students Cannon Pitts and Holden Underwood for earning top statewide honors.

In addition to voting for people and judges, we will vote on amendments and propositions. It is best to be informed before voting.

The rally did make the point that this is about protecting life as well as protecting our children from transgender surgeries.

The Walnut Festival in Alton was held on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The weather was perfect for vendors and shoppers.

The share of Americans who host friends or family at their home at least once a month has dropped by 70 percent over the past half-century.

On September 30, a Ukrainian and a Russian passenger worked together to safely land a Flydubai flight heading from Dubai to Tel Aviv

This has been a big week in Alton. The Big Springs Baseball Tournament is held at the Alton High School baseball field.

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Hunting season is upon us. While not everyone hunts, everyone should be respectful while outdoors at this time.

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Most people do not wash their bed sheets and bath towels frequently enough, leading to the rapid spread of microscopic dust mites and germs.

$Boy trying to solve the equation on the blackboard$

The United States ranked 27th globally in mathematics in the latest international study. This score exactly matches the average.

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A study shows that adding mangoes and avocados to a daily diet can improve blood vessel function in adults.

Rep Smith helped pass several bills, acts, and resolutions, including measures to acquire funds for rural healthcare.