Bitter cold forecast this weekend
Ron DeBrock, ronald.debrock@thetelegraph.com
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It’s safe to say the 2009 bronze statue by American artist Peter Fagan had cold feet this week. The figure of a woman with bare feet on the campus of Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey was ankle deep in the snow, with dangerously frigid temperatures forecast for the upcoming week. Show MoreShow Less
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The Madison County Health Department is advising people to wear at least three layers of clothing as the Riverbend experiences its coldest weather in some time over the next week. Show MoreShow Less
Take 5: Ideas for the Weekend
Five things you might want to do this weekend in Alton, surroundings
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Stick around in Alton Saturday for a combo Valentine’s Day/Mardi Gras soiree 8 p.m. to midnight at 3rd Chute Bar and Grill II, 2204 Fosterburg Road. Join the gang for one of the such bashes in the Riverbend, with Dr. Zhivegas in the evening and DJ Karaoke with RNR Entertainment on the Boat Bar 2 to 6 p.m., when there also will be drink specials. And gumbo soup will be available for purchase all day. Show MoreShow Less
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Sunday enjoy the Riverbend’s favorite winter residents at the Audubon Center at Riverlands’ Eagle
Mardi Graf-ton parade planned on the riverfront
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GRAFTON Let the good times roll on the river at the second annual Mardi Gras-fton and parade.
Revelers can stand or stroll along Main Street and check out unique shops, wineries, bars and restaurants, many of which will join the celebration with specials and giveaways. A Bangin’ Noise Parade parade starts at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at Drifters, 1505 W. Main St.
“We’ve been in contact with IDOT (Illinois Department of Transportation) and IDOT’s Joe Monroe said to be safe and be smart,” Grafton Mayor Rick Eberlin said. “It’s masks up and keep your distance. If people are fearful, they won’t be there.”