Alton was developed as a river town in January 1818 by Rufus Easton, who named it after his son. Easton ran a passenger ferry service across the Mississippi River to the Missouri shore. …

Sep 11, 2025 · As the Mayor and on behalf of the elected officials and staff we welcome you to the City of Alton. Founded in 1837, Alton is a city that is very rich in history and has a lot to …

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Dec 7, 2025 · Alton, city, Madison county, southwestern Illinois, U.S. Part of the St. Louis, Missouri, metropolitan area, Alton lies on the Mississippi River (bridged) near its confluence …

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Alton’s Aryanna Jones and Dayza Phillip each took third at the SWC girls wrestling tournament in Edwardsville, where the Tigers won the team title.