Check out these fun, educational and free opportunities to get outdoors in our area's state parks, wildlife refuges and more.

This article was written by James Holloway, Special to The Post. Holloway is a writer in the process of moving to Vicksburg, ...

A geologist's vibrant maps reveal how the Mississippi River has wandered across its valley, making it look like a colorful, ...

The music and cultural festival will host Ben Rector, Blackberry Smoke, and more at the Alton Amphitheater June 27 & 28.

The Mississippi River Festival (MRF) is arriving this weekend. For two days, 12 performers will bring music to the Alton riverfront. This year's lineup is triple last year's, with musicians from St.

Watch today’s fascinating video to learn about the amazing ecosystem housed within the depths of the Mississippi River, from animals to plants and beyond!

Huff said he always enjoys making his way to the River City for the Miss Mississippi Contest. “We just enjoy coming to Vicksburg every year. I mean, we always look forward to it,” he said.

EF1 tornado crosses Mississippi River from Missouri into Illinois ... A tornado touched down Wednesday morning in Clarksville, Missouri. The tornado was rated an EF1, with max wind speeds of 104 mph.

The Army Corps of Engineers is moving forward in 2025 with plans to enhance inland waterway transportation through three main construction projects. None are located along the Mississippi River, a ...

The Mississippi River has claimed countless lives over the years, and it kills indiscriminately, and many of its victims are never found. Here's more.

Body of woman found in Mississippi River identified News / Jun 16, 2025 / 07:07 PM CDT ...