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100 facts about Alton s gentle giant, Robert Wadlow

At 8 feet, 11.1 inches, Wadlow was the tallest man in recorded history. He was born Feb. 22, 1918.

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New Year s Eve, a dragon-slaying saint, and a remarkable Alton woman

New Year s Eve, a dragon-slaying saint, and a remarkable Alton woman
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Elijah Lovejoy was anti-slavery martyr in Illinois

By Tom Emery Abolitionists such as Elijah Lovejoy were not in the mainstream of 1830s society in Illinois. But Lovejoy met the challenge head on.

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Alton s Rockin with Robert concert series continues with Porch Café

Alton s Rockin with Robert concert series continues with Porch Café
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Alton Schnucks Louis Finley honored as best essential worker

Louis Finley is the winner of All Things Alton’s Essential Worker Contest through popular vote, and June 16 he also will celebrate 40 years at Schnucks in Alton

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