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About Riverbender.com

Riverbender.com is a comprehensive local portal and community website that aims to revitalize the River Bend area by promoting local businesses and events. Founded by Alton native John Hentrich and his wife, Dawn, on Halloween day in 2005, the website has its roots in the couple’s experience in Internet marketing and website design. Their previous successful venture, World Wide Wheels, was sold to AutoTrader.com, and the profits were used to establish RiverBender.com. John and Dawn’s primary motivation is to contribute to the prosperity of the River Bend area and support the growth of local businesses.

Over the years, Riverbender.com has been recognized for its dedication to the community. In October 2007, the Growth Association of Southwestern Illinois awarded the website with the Captain of the River Bend award, recognizing its outstanding commitment to community involvement in the River Bend Region. A decade later, in December 2017, Riverbender.com received the title of Small Business of the Month from the RiverBend Growth Association, further solidifying its positive impact on the local community.

Riverbender.com offers a wide range of services and resources to cater to the diverse needs of its visitors. The website features local news and weather updates, an auto and real estate section, free classifieds, a comprehensive business directory, and coverage of high school sports. It also includes community videos, a restaurant and entertainment guide, coupons and shopping information, and a community calendar of events. By providing all these services, Riverbender.com aspires to be the ultimate one-stop-shop for everything local, making it easier for residents and visitors to discover and engage with the River Bend area.

Riverbender.com is a dynamic and resourceful local portal that has been supporting the growth and development of the River Bend area since its inception in 2005. By offering a wealth of information and resources, the website encourages community involvement and helps stimulate the local economy. The recognition and accolades Riverbender.com has received over the years are a testament to its positive impact on the region and its unwavering commitment to the prosperity of the River Bend community.