The Nature Institute Works to Preserve Native Wildlife in Godfrey

GODFREY - The Nature Institute aims to protect native wildlife, and you can be a part of this mission...

RiverBender Blog: I Went to the Movies

I recently went to the movies, so I’ve taken out a second mortgage. Just kidding. But a...

How Seasonal Traditions Turn Nature’s Slow Shifts Into Shared Rituals

A village can tell that life is changing long before a calendar page does. One house hangs herbs...

Why Simple Meals Often Feel More Satisfying Than Fancy Food

A bowl of rice, a piece of bread with butter, or a plate of eggs can feel more satisfying than a...

What ‘Lazy Summer Days’ Really Mean in a Culture That Glorifies Busy

“Lazy summer days” sounds simple, but the phrase hides a strange idea: doing less can...

This Day in History: Japan’s Surrender Signal and Other Milestones

On August 10, 1945, Japan signaled its willingness to accept surrender terms that would lead to th...

Region Faces Four Days Of Dangerous Heat

Warmer weather is expected to push heat index values to around 105 degrees across the region today,...

Firefighter Injured After Cahokia Heights Apparatus Overturns On Route 3

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS — A Cahokia Heights Fire Department apparatus rolled over Saturday afternoon,...

This Day in History: Nagasaki Bombing, Caesar’s Victory and Singapore’s Independence Mark Aug. 9

On August 9, one of the most consequential events in modern history took place in 1945, when the...

Granite City Man Charged After Damaging Police Car With Axe

GRANITE CITY – A man from Granite City faces felonies in Madison County after allegedly using...

Glen-Ed Pantry Sets Record With 11,350 Meals Delivered to Local Kids This Summer 

EDWARDSVILLE — Glen-Ed Pantry has provided a record 11,350 meals to local children this summer...

Free Wedding Dress Exhibit in Brighton To Showcase More Than 80 Years Of Gowns

BRIGHTON - Wedding dresses spanning from the 1930s to the 2010s will be on exhibit at St. John’s...

August 8 in History: Soviet Attack on Japan, Nixon’s Resignation and Other Defining Moments

On August 8, 1945, the Soviet Union entered the war against Japan, opening a major new front in th...

Wood River Prohibits Parking Near Stevens Building, Updates Certain Lot Schedules

WOOD RIVER – Two parking-related ordinances received unanimous approval from the Wood River...

Vitality Women's Clinic Builds Internship Program to Support Next Generation

GODFREY - As much as Vitality Women’s Clinic hopes to support individuals experiencing unplanned...

Riverbend Family Ministries Invites Community to Fundraising Banquet

WOOD RIVER/GODFREY - Riverbend Family Ministries is preparing for its biggest fundraiser of the...

Wood River First Responders Commended For Lifesaving Actions, Military Service, More

WOOD RIVER – Monday marked a night of recognition and commendations for members of the Wood...

Pair Accused Of Shooting At St. Louis Metropolitan Police, ATF

(The following is a joint information from the SLMPD and U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Easter...

Alton Main Street to host ‘What’s Up Downtown’ information exchange Aug. 11

ALTON - Alton Main Street’s quarterly information exchange, called “What’s Up Downtown”...

The Marching 100 Band Previews "Aurora Awakes" Halftime Show

ALTON - A sizable crowd gathered at the Alton High School football field to watch a preview of...

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