New location for me. Clearance sales, Everywhere!!!! Spacious, well lit. Shoes, clothes,…read moremattresses, bath towels. Sunglasses, jewelry etc. Staff friendly and checkout speedy. Coupons available online .

I booked an online photo session for a head shot. I didn't expect much being JCPenney. Yet,…read moreJCPenney's managed to make it a horrible experience. I already have anxiety getting my pics taken. I got less than expected and overcharged. The person running the counter at the photo desk was not rude but looks like she hated her job. I understand. However, JCPenney's chooses to keep someone in the photo department who obviously doesn't care about her job or the product she produces. Again, I get it it's not the most glamorous job. Yet, people still come to work they are being paid for and at least try. I contacted someone at JCPenney and they offered a reshoot. All I really wanted was for the pics to be retouched without any further costs. Why? Because when booked the appointment I was told they would prompt me so they could get the best photo. She told me to turn my head twice so she could get two pics done quickly. When I looked at the finished product in a dark area of the shop they looked ok. However when I was able to see them on my phone I noticed somethings that could have been fixed if she just took a minute or two to do her job. I spent money to get makeup done and didn't have anymore time to spare for better pics (I needed them for a specific reason...time constraints.) I will also mention that outfit changes are advertised however the only privacy I was offered was blocking an open door with an advertising sign. No actual door to provide privacy. She helped me get the "door" in place once. I had to move the door each time I dressed. I contacted JCPenney about getting a refund for the pics or at least to fix them. They offered a photo reshoot. Why? I doubt the only employee on duty found a will to care in less than a week. I would have had to pay for someone to do my makeup again. This is why JCPenney's looks like a ghost town. You won't even fix your mistakes or offer a refund for bad customer service. I didn't expect to lose money and be embarrassed. Thanks for nothing.

I'm giving this Aldi's 5 Stars. It is always clean and well organized. The staff is hard working…read moreand helpful when the customers need assistance shopping the aisles. The cashiers are speedy scanning the items and putting them back into one of the rented carts. The canned goods are a great value. I've even found multiple quality products in the freezer department. The cheeses and deli meats are quality for the price. When everyone was complaining about egg prices, they were still affordable here at Aldi's and they're still a deal. Meats are acceptable. Just be aware of what you are making and select the cut of meats accordingly. A trip down the aisle that has unexpected Aldi finds, is always an experience. This time of year, you just might find a holiday gift or two at an amazing price. I follow a group on FB called, Aldi Aisle of Shame. It highlights what shoppers have found in that aisle and what they really like. Remember, always have a quarter to rent your shopping buggy and plenty of reusable bags to do your own bagging. Doing those two things helps you save money and it is worth it.

Yet another difficulty with the dysfunction between the Instacart platform of the Aldi's app and…read morethe store. I ordered an item for pickup. I only ordered it because it was available for order; duh. When I went to pick it up at 945 for my 10 am pickup I noticed a substitute notification sent at 915. I had exactly a half hour to see it and reply, except I didn't see it in that timeframe. But...then I saw another notification ONLY TEN MINUTES LATER that told me the window of substitution had closed. The item substituted was $3.00 more and besides I already had it at home. They gave me only ten minutes. I tried to message the shopper to say I didn't want it, but it said the system could not send a message at that time. When they brought my order out, she said because the substitution window had closed, I couldn't get a refund. So I'm just screwed because they had something for sale...and the item, Wagyu ground beef for $4.99 a pound, is STILL showing available right now, but they don't have actually HAVE any available for sale. How incredibly annoying. The store NEVER takes responsibility for the curbside orders, NEVER, not ONE TIME It's always the customer's problem to have to sort out with the app, and you can imagine what a joyless task THAT is. You can't call the store and you can't call a customer service #. The problem isn't the app. Walmart has an app they built themselves that isn't based on Instacart and has multiple points of communication and redress. They make mistakes, too, but they take responsibility for them and don't just let the customer lump it. I get that; mistakes happen but how well one navigates them determines how serious a company is about the actual quality of their customer service. Walmart is serious, Aldi's is NOT. And Walmart charges me the same price in store or pick-up, Aldi's charges me a fee, Walmart doesn't for orders over $35, and Walmart doesn't charge me for bags, Aldi's does, and Aldi's charges up to 10% more for pickup items than in-store prices, and then gives me worse customer service despite charging me more for the privilege of being their customer, not in ONE way, but in THREE DIFFERENT WAYS! And Schnucks uses the Instacart platform for its curbside pickup app, doesn't charge a fee for orders over $25, charges me the same price in or out, and can replace and refund items, and they use THE SAME DIGITAL PLATFORM. So the excuse that it's "the app's fault" is BS. I don't blame the employees, they're just playing the cards they were dealt, but the company policy was designed to fail customers and fail it does. The employees are GREAT, polite and efficient. But I'm only writing this review because this is the fourth time this is happened since the last negative review I wrote that was for the exact same issue, that they continue to ignore. So they don't seem to have any intention to fix it. I'll still shop here but I'm going to get every possible item I can get from elsewhere. By keeping my orders few and far between I'll be risking fewer inconveniences. And don't forget the needless extra expense! Groceries cost 30% more than they did five years ago when we all started using curbside pickup during the pandemic! They've had FIVE YEARS to refine their platform and have chosen NOT to, even though grocery profits are currently higher than they've been since 2007! They can't claim they aren't making enough money to be able to provide industry standard customer service! Disappointed in Aldi's. Again.

I am notorious for not keeping an eye on my gas gauge. Luckily, as I was sitting at the stoplight…read moreat the intersection where this QT sits, I glanced down and saw my alert light was on. So when the light turned green, I pulled into the QT lot and up to one of their many pumps. The old man who pumped my gas was fast and efficient. He even printed a receipt for my records. When he was done, I was on my way to meet friends at the local vodka distillery. I prefer QT over the Circle.

I used to be a regular at the QT in Edwardsville. This week I had a job near Bethalto so I stopped…read morehere for my morning coffee and breakfast to go. What happened to the coffee? Are they cutting corners to save money? I've tried two different blends and both are weak and watery! That isn't how you build repeat business! I'll probably be back for gasoline but NOT coffee!

When you're shopping at Kohl's, be sure to look and see if they have any clearance racks in the…read moreclothing departments. I always find super bargains. It takes time to flip through the items, but if you find something you like it's going to be an amazing value. Today, I found a red and black flannel shirt and it cost me only $5. Now, I just gotta wait till fall to wear it. This Kohl's has had a small facelift. They've redesigned the check-out/cashiers space. It is now similar to Marshall's and Home Goods. It get to the cashiers, you go down a long aisle filled with merchandise. That way if there's a line, you add impulse items to your cart. Today I was strong and didn't add the Godiva Chocolate Bars to my collection. Floor associates are always available for assistance and the cashiers are friendly while taking your money. Beware, they'll ask you to sign up for their exclusive credit. It's a good deal, but I have cards that give me points, too. My main purchases here are; socks, belts, jeans, Dockers, casual shirts and items from their home soft department. I suggest you got shop at your local Kohl's and see what you can find.

I went with my partner to go bra shopping. We were near Kohls and I suggested stopping in because…read morethey have a really section. ( hey don't be snarky. I know that because I was married 25years and I had two daughters) Anyway! What I didn't realize is that besides having a really big section their prices are really really great. We found exactly what she wanted in her size and quite reasonably priced. She was so so happy! I'm sure she'll never shop for bras anywhere else! Thanks Kohls!

Ace = disappointment…read more I searched Thin wall brass tubing and Google returned Ace Hardware in Bethalto Illinois. It appeared that it showed that they had this tubing in assorted sized in individually wrapped pieces and said ready for pickup in store today. I jumped in the car and drove the 13 miles only to be greeted with a blank stare from the girl that I asked. She said "no, they don't have anything like that". I told her I looked it up on line and was told it was available. She said, I'm sorry, but we don't have it. Well, there goes an hour from my day that I'll never see again. Ace has a habit of overselling and promoting items that they do not have at stores, within a reasonable drive. i would like them to at least check their inventory against what they are advertising and at least, try and make it an accurate guess. Lowes is my store, forget Ace, they promise but fail on delivery.

So, went to Ace Hardware website and looked to see if they do automobile key cutting. The site said…read moreyes and that Bethalto could help me out. Called the store and told them I had bought a key fob online for $16. Told me that they can't use my fob and would only cut a key if I bought their $100 key fob. Went to the store and it's the same exact company that sold me a fob for $16. Nice 500% markup guys.

Not to far out of St. Louis you will find this Shell gas station, for the longest time I made a…read morehabit of going across I55 to the truck stop on the other side, a little bit off the exit and although a larger convenience store with more snack and drink options, non of them are dairy, to be specific milk. So I almost went along my usual routine and then for some reason decided to try the Shell instead. Score, not only a decent restroom so I don't have to walk cross legged to the elevator, but they have milk, yay! Sometimes I just want to get home, or in this case my little second home which is light on provisions. I do have coffee beans, however leaving milk there, by the next visit it would be yogurt. After a few hours of driving, the last thing I want to do is go to the grocery store. Why am I making such a big deal about milk, seems places just don't have it. I'd even buy a small single serving just for the next morning's coffee. Perhaps road trips no longer exist, no families with children? What's next, maybe no gas? BTW, super friendly young man as a clerk that evening, big smile and super polite.

They updated the pumps. Lighting is bright and new pumps…read morethat email your receipts = win for me. I rarely go inside so I can't speak on the bathroom options, nor the age of snacks. This is my go to though.

Watched two old guys by the counter staring at little girls behinds as the girls walked away from…read morethem. Not sure if they worked there or not, but they never took their eyes from several young girls. Maybe they were looking at flies flying around from the filthy store. Either way, this place screams "creeps are welcome here"

Great place to stop with plenty to see . . . giants, quirky atmosphere, large gift shop, ice cream,…read moresnacks and welcoming staff. If traveling Route 66 as we were be sure to get your stamp.

I'm not a chef and I do not own a restaurant or cafe, but I like shopping here. Many of the…read morerestaurant equipment and supply stores are not open to the general public, but Metro welcomes everyone. I've bought sheet pans, stock pots and a colorful apron. If you go in and just browse, chances are you may find something you've always wanted or needed to make your kitchen complete. The staff is available if you need assistance, but I do fine just walking around and looking at all the goodies. Since they've moved to Godfrey, their location is closer to my home and that may be an issue for me. I may end up shopping here more often. If you like to cook or bake, you owe it to yourself to check Metro Equipment & Supply out. You'll be glad that you did.

Great value! Restaurant supplies, including cleaning, spices, paper everything....they have itread more