Once again Alton, MO held an Easter sunrise service. On Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019, the First Baptist Church of Alton, MO opened its doors to welcome the community to an early resurrection service.
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Southwest MDC Invites Public to Participate in Earth Day Activities
Although sometimes it can be difficult to get outside and appreciate nature, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is trying to make it easier and more fun for you and your family.
“Callery Pear Tree Reduces Biodiversity” – MDC
What’s your favorite part about springtime? Maybe it’s the grass turning green after a long winter or the air warming up and the sun shining.
Youth Portion of Spring Turkey Season Brings in Over 2,000 Birds
With Spring comes Turkey hunting season throughout the state of Missouri. The youth portion of spring turkey hunting was held on April 6th and 7th.
Burger King Now Selling Meatless “Impossible Whoppers” in St. Louis
The future is pretty unclear as far as technology goes, will we have flying cars? Will we live on the moon?
Alton Senior Center Holds Its Yard Sale
On Saturday, April 6, 2019 The Alton Senior Center will hold its annual yard sale. This event bring in funds to help those seniors in need.
Governor Parson Declares State of Emergency in Response to Flooding
Missouri Governor Mike Parson recently declared a state of emergency in Missouri as a response to the flooding along the Mississippi and Missouri river.
Senator Cunningham’s Legislative Column for March 14, 2019
Every family in Missouri faces the same challenge. We all have to figure out where the money goes. We sit at our kitchen tables and go over our income and expenses and try to match them up.
Missouri Spends $12 Billion on Medicaid Annually
Have you ever wondered where your tax dollars are going? Annually, Missouri spends about $30 billion, where does that money come from?
Senator Cunningham of District 33 Talks About Missouri “Hot Topics”
The Missouri Senate is in session and the senators are debating on several items. Recently the staff of Altonmo.com visited with Senator Cunningham.
Missouri Capitol Building Under Construction Until 2020
The Missouri Capitol building is undergoing a complete makeover. Repairmen will be fixing cracked and crumbling stones on the outside of the capitol.
Missouri State Representative Pogue Discusses 2019 Legislature
Our Representative Pogue has been busy as legislation is currently in session.In a given year, approximately 4,000 bills are discussed and voted and only approximately 100 are passed on to the Senate.