Designs by Doubledown focuses on creativity, imagination and innovation, when providing its customers with quality custom apparel. Formerly JLS Designs, the company now thrives under the enthusiastic leadership of Jamie and Joe Downer, who are dedicated to delivering custom apparel for every occasion.

  Commitment to Community and Custom Design      

"Having lived and worked in the Riverbend community most of my life, I understand the unique needs of our customers," shares Jamie Downer, the original proprietor.        

We provide custom, full -olor t-shirts and apparel for clubs, schools, teams, and special occasions. We support teams from Alton to Wood River and create for occasions from Bachelorette to Wedding. Regardless if it is a one-off or specialty design, or if your project can’t meet the minimum requirements of some larger shops, we can help fulfill your needs, with our Direct to Garment or Direct to Film printing options. We stand as a local partner, dedicated to bringing personalized visions to life.                 

Dedication to Service and Quality        

Our unwavering commitment to service and quality is our cornerstone. Every client’s vision is meticulously brought to life, ensuring satisfaction and exceeding expectations. The team at Designs by Doubledown has extensive knowledge and expertise, guaranteeing that each project, regardless of its size, receives utmost attention and care.                

Expanding Possibilities and Building Connections        

We embrace innovation by collaborating with other local businesses in the area. This is about being more than just a business, it's about creating connections within the community and building a network that fosters growth and unity. We prioritize partnering with local small businesses, aligning with our culture of “Support Local - Shop Small”.        

This spirit allows us to extend our services and offerings beyond the traditional scope, ensuring that we remain at the industry’s cutting edge. Our eagerness to expand our network enhances not only our company but also positively impacts our local community. Our membership in local associations underscores this commitment, assuring our clientele of our dedication to quality, collaboration, and local growth.      

RBGA Small Business of the Month - September 2024

The families of the Alton community have trusted Drake Tire & Auto Service, LLC with their cars since 1935. For a few years, Drake joined forces with another family-owned and operated auto service company focused on establishing long-lasting relationships through excellent service. Now, Drake Tire & Auto Service, LLC is back and still providing great quality community-focused service.

Drake is a full-service tire and auto repair shop.  In addition to selling tires, we do oil changes, brakes, engine repair and diagnostic work.

Our team is passionate about what they do and committed to providing you with the best in workmanship customer service. We have ASE-certified technicians on staff to get the job done the first time, in a timely manner.  Drake is a certified NAPA retailer and an AAA-approved shop.

RBGA Small Business of the Month - January 2012

As an Edward Jones financial advisor, I believe it's important to invest my time to understand what's important to you. After gaining a thorough understanding of each client's investment objectives, background and family situation, I build a customized strategy to help my clients meet their financial goals.

I began my financial career in 2004 with Edward Jones. While working for the firm, I earned my master's degree in accounting from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. This has served me well as a financial advisor, helping individuals and families in Wood River and surrounding area grow and protect their hard-earned wealth.

I am a proud member of the Wood River community where I serve on our local Rotary Club and as a board member of Operation Blessing. Our branch team also supports the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's, a cause that is close to our hearts. Outside of the office, I am a big fan of our local professional baseball team. Go Cardinals!

My Branch Office Administrator, Amy Martin, and I work as a team to give you the personal service you deserve when it comes to planning for your financial future. Working together, we have built meaningful relationships with community members, while helping them stay on track toward their goals.

If you value a personal relationship and professional guidance, it would be my pleasure to meet with you and help you create a financial strategy that you can not only understand, but also get excited about.

Contact our team today at (618) 258-8424 to get started!

  EIR Home Care is “Here to Help and Protect those important to you!”

Our mission at EIR Home Care is to Help and Protect clients and those important to them and their families. Provide excellent care services at an affordable rate. Serving seniors in their homes, wherever that may be. 

Relationships are the key.   Between clients and Home HELPers, office staff and community.

EIR Home Care strives to be an employer of choice in our community.  Building a relationship with our staff and maintaining a great culture in our office is how we reflect who we are.      

Our newest funeral home, built in 2002, has all the accouterments of a funeral home built for the 21st century.  Our large chapel, and its spacious layout will accommodate receiving lines for larger visitations without becoming cumbersome.  As well as our other locations, this chapel can also be split into two smaller chapels via a folding, sound rated wall.

This facility also has a large entryway and foyer, our Bethalto location offers a nice area away from the chapel for people to visit. This location has the largest lounge of all three locations.  The lounge has two tables, a sink, a refrigerator, a soda vending machine, a couch, and access to a smoking area outfitted with two benches. The lounge is also home to our children’s area that has games, toys, and access to a television.  This entire facility is handicapped-accessible and located all on one level.  

Our Bethalto facility also houses a preparation room where the embalming, dressing, cosmetic application, and casketing take place. This location also boasts a casket showroom with eight full-size caskets and numerous cut caskets displays and personalization options. With an area devoted to urns, there are also plenty of personalization options for those who chose cremation

Our Godfrey location offers many of the amenities you’ve come to expect from funeral homes as well as many updated options. This location is all on one level and completely handicapped accessible.  This location also has two chapels: one serving as our main chapel, and one serving as an additional chapel for two simultaneous visitations or an overflow area to be used for services or to accommodate long receiving lines.  This location has retractable walls, therefore, the chapels can be split to accommodate multiple families at the same time, the second chapel can also be set up as a memorial tribute video viewing room with added chairs, couches, and tables. 

This location also has a lounge with many amenities such as a refrigerator,  soda vending machine, coffee station, and a television and DVD player with a few family-friendly movies,  cable TV, two table and chairs. Our Godfrey facility, built-in 1987, is home to Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Crematory to assure our families that owning our own crematory gives you the peace of mind  that your loved one will always be in our care.   This location has a casket room with multiple casket displays, urns, and models of outer burial containers and vaults.

Encore Bath and Shower is a family business that's been around since 1991. We are third generation contractors, specialized in bathroom remodeling. Everyone at Encore Bath & Shower has devoted our professional lives to offer quality bath and shower products, saving time, mess, and resources.

We recognize the challenges faced when planning a bathroom project. So many choices, so many options can truly be overwhelming. We can help with that, in working directly with you, we will understand your wishes and goals. Trained in job planning and execution, our in-home consultant brings over 25 years of remodeling experience to your project. You get to see the products that fit your space and specifics you’ve asked for. No point in wasting time, on options not right for you, or won’t even fit the space you have to work within. Making good decisions in the planning stage saves time and resources. What about staying in budget? When your contractor can offer job specific products, skilled job planning and certified installation practices, your project is completed quickly and efficiently. It’s a nice feeling when your new bathroom is complete and is ready for you to use and enjoy. Timely completions, job specific products, user friendly baths and showers, our pledge and our ultimate goal. Let’s work together on a project for you. We look forward to meeting with you!
From all of us at Encore Bath & Shower, Thank you.

Allan Morse, President