Alton Business Owners Share Plans for 2024 at “What’s Up Downtown” Meeting [Video]

ALTON – Alton Main Street hosted its quarterly “What’s Up Downtown” meeting on Feb. 13, 2024, to share information about businesses and happenings in downtown Alton. Business owners spoke about plans for their shops and new businesses coming to downtown Alton.

Fred Pollard spoke about plans to consolidate his shops, Mississippi Hippie and Mom Said No, into one space. Quint Long with Picture This and More shared information about his collaboration with Strangelovely. AP Cigar Company explained their plans to give away gift cards to local businesses at the end of the month. New restaurant Bentley’s Bar and Grill announced their opening dates. Local artist Kooliverse shared updates about The Conservatory. Caleb Lewis gave opening dates for Moon Drops + Wellness and Honeybee Vintage. A representative shared information about upcoming cleanups and events sponsored by the local chapter of the Sierra Club.

Fred Pollard announced that his shops, Mississippi Hippie and Mom Said No, will be moving into …