Wood River Gets $10,000 For Illinois 250 Celebration, Approves Farmers Market, Parade Requests

Wood River Gets $10,000 For Illinois 250 Celebration, Approves Farmers Market, Parade Requests

WOOD RIVER – Exciting events are coming up this summer in Wood River following a $10,000 donation towards a July 3 drone show and city approval of other event requests.At the May 18, 2026 Wood River City Council meeting, Tiffany James with Midwest Members Credit Union presented Mayor Tom Stalcup with a $10,000 sponsorship check in support of Wood River’s upcoming Illinois 250 Celebration on Friday, July 3, 2026.The family-fun event at Belk Park …