David Goins - Alton Mayor

Get ready for a great evening at James Killion Park!

The NGK Band will be bringing the music, and JDEEZ Chicken & Fish Food Truck will be on site serving up delicious food! 🎶🍗🐟

Bring your lawn chair, bring your appetite, and come enjoy a fun night in the park! 🌭🍔

Join the James Killion Park Commissioners this Saturday, May 23, 2026, for the Annual James Killion Day Celebration in honor of the late James Killion Jr. at James Killion Park!

This year’s theme: “It’s All About the Children — Invest in Them Now!”

📚 School supply and monetary donations ( all online donations or checks payable to: Boys and Girls club ALTON)will be accepted to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Alton. No cash donations accepted.

🕐 Afternoon Program: 1 PM – 3 PM
🎶 Evening Concert: 6 PM – 8 PM

Please see both flyers for additional details!

Congratulations to the ALTON Sector NAACP – Alton Branch on a successful 58th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet this past weekend! What an amazing evening celebrating leadership, service, unity, and community empowerment.

A very special congratulations and shout out to Fourth Ward Alderwoman Rosetta Brown on receiving the prestigious President’s Award from the NAACP. This honor is well deserved and reflects your continued dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to serving the community.

Congratulations, Rose Brown! Keep doing what you do and continue being a blessing and positive force in our community. Your service does not go unnoticed! 🎉

❤️❤️ Congratulations to the AHS Class of 2026❤️❤️

🇺🇸🇺🇸 James Killion Day in the City of Alton!🇺🇸🇺🇸

🎉🇺🇸 COMMUNITY MINI PRESS RELEASE 🇺🇸🎉

Please join us NEXT SATURDAY for a special Pre-Memorial Day Celebration as we honor the incredible legacy of the late James Killion Jr. during James Killion Day 2026! ❤️

This year’s theme is:
✨ “It’s All About the Children — Invest in Them Now!” ✨

We invite the entire community, your churches, families, and friends to come out and celebrate with us for a day filled with fellowship, inspiration, music, and community pride!

We will also be collecting school supplies and donations payable to the Boys & Girls Club of Alton to support our youth.
🚫 Please note: No cash donations will be accepted.

Come be a part of this meaningful celebration as we continue the legacy of service, unity, and love for community.

📍 See flyer for full event details!
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👮‍♀️👮🏽‍♂️National Police Week👮🏽‍♂️👮‍♀️
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This week, the members of the Alton Police Department proudly recognize National Police Week 2026. 🇺🇸💙

National Police Week is a time to honor the brave men and women across our country who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, while also recognizing the dedication and service of law enforcement officers serving our communities every day.

This year, three members of the Alton Police Department are traveling to Washington, D.C. to take part in Police Week events alongside fellow area officers and members of MustacheMarch4PD. Together, they will honor the fallen, support surviving families, and stand united with law enforcement agencies from across the nation.

We are grateful for the service, sacrifice, and commitment of all officers who wear the badge with honor.

Please join us in remembering those we have lost and supporting those who continue to serve.

Alton Splash Pad! Opening Soon! 💦

Splash into Summer at the Alton Splash Pad. We officially open for the season on Saturday, May 23! Grab the sunscreen and the kids and we’ll see you at the riverfront! 🕶️💦

Be sure to check our Facebook for any weather/event related closures throughout the summer.

📍 Where: Riverfront Park (1 Riverfront Dr.)
⏰ Hours: 10 AM – 5 PM Daily (Weather Permitting)
💰 Entry fee: FREE! (Concession stand is available with items to purchase)

Mayor David Goins was honored to attend the “Ballin’ With the Cops” event this past weekend hosted by A Precious Organization and the YWCA! 🏀💙

As a retired police officer himself, Mayor Goins truly enjoyed spending time with the Alton Police Department and the children of our community while supporting such a positive and meaningful cause.

Congratulations and heartfelt thanks to A Precious Organization, the YWCA, the Alton Police Department, and everyone who helped make this event a tremendous success!

Today was a beautiful day in the City of Alton as we gathered to celebrate the dedication of the new Illinois State Historical Society historical marker honoring the legacy of The Hayner Public Library District at Jennie D. Hayner Park.

Congratulations to everyone involved in making this special occasion possible. It was truly an honor to attend and witness another meaningful piece of Alton’s rich history being recognized and preserved for future generations.

Thank you to The Hayner Public Library District for hosting such a wonderful event filled with community spirit, fellowship, cookies, lemonade, and celebration on such a perfect morning.

Alton continues to shine because of organizations and citizens who remain committed to preserving our history while investing in our future.

On this National Day of Prayer, let us join together in reflection, gratitude, and hope for our community and our nation.

Today is a reminder of the power of unity-of pausing to lift up our families, our neighbors, our leaders, and those facing challenges both seen and unseen. In moments like these, we are reminded that while we may come from different backgrounds and walk different paths, we can still stand together in faith, compassion, and shared purpose.

We pray for continued strength, wisdom, and guidance for our city. We pray for healing where there is division, opportunity where there is need, and peace where there is uncertainty. And we give thanks for the people who work each day to make our communities safer, stronger, and more connected.

Let us continue striving to be a city that cares for one another and moves forward together.🙏🏽

Santino’s Restaurant is back, and we couldn't be more thrilled for Sonny, his family, and especially our amazing community!

We're all smiles here! 😊

Don’t miss out! Enjoy a **free buffet today, April 30**, starting at **5 PM- 7PM**Come hungry and ready to celebrate together! 🎉😋