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Lake sturgeon spawning on the Mississippi River near Alton, in April 2025
Adult lake sturgeon spawn in April 2025 on the Missouri side of the Mississippi River, near the Melvin Price Locks and Dam by ...
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Main lock open at Melvin Price
ALTON — Mississippi River traffic is returning to normal at the Melvin Price Lock and Dam 26 after the main lock was reopened recently following repairs to the man lock's gates and machinery.
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REC Fest returns to Alton’s National Great Rivers Museum with family fun
The National Great Rivers Museum, located at 1 Locks and Dam Way in Alton, will host the annual REC Fest at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 17. With over 25 partnering organizations planning to provide fun, ...
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REC Fest Saturday at Locks and Dam
Saturday is REC Fest at the National Great Rivers Museum in Alton. From 10am to 3pm you and your family can enjoy a ...
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Corps Of Engineers To Host Meeting On Lock 25 Expansion With Area Residents And Community Members
ST. LOUIS The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District, will host a meeting to provide additional information on the ...
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Mississippi River up almost 15 feet since April 25
ALTON — The Mississippi River in Alton has risen almost 15 feet since April 25 and will crest Thursday in minor flooding range. The tainter gates at the Melvin Price Locks and Dam 26 are raised ...
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Free REC Fest to Promote Safety and Family Fun
ALTON - Community members of all ages can come out for REC Fest to learn more about outdoor activities, safety and fun this ...