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Five Missouri counties no longer have a license office. A fee hike seeks to fix that

4 months 1 week ago
When the state announced the Caruthersville license office was going to close, residents needing to renew registrations or driver license were directed to the closest open offices in Kennett, New Madrid and Malden.  Those communities are all at least an hour, round-trip, from Caruthersville. The inconvenience would be compounded if, after waiting in line, the […]
Rudi Keller

Not Only a Threat to Trans Rights

4 months 1 week ago
The Supreme Court rules against health care access for trans youth. Don’t count on other sex-based rulings to stand either.
Felicia Kornbluh

Grace, Sin, and God's Influence: Local Woman Shares Story of Faith

4 months 1 week ago
ALTON - On a recent episode of “You’re Beautiful” with Brian Trust , Sarah Crane shared her belief in God and her advice to new Christians who want to develop a relationship with Him. Crane believes that God shows grace, but people must work hard to learn from their sins and not repeat them. She feels the only way to grow and find peace is through your relationship with God, and she encourages people to focus on building that relationship through prayer, studying scripture, and putting your trust in Him. “You can search all day long for peace. You will not find it because God is the only one who is going to give you the peace that you’re looking for,” Crane said. “Jesus didn’t call us to be Christians. He called us to be disciples. That just means to live out what Jesus did. Live it out. Read your Word. Apply your Word to your life every single day. Let it resonate to everyone else around you.” Crane urges people to

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How to Give Meaning to the First Day of Summer

4 months 1 week ago
Did you know that the first day of summer has been celebrated in some form for thousands of years, with ancient cultures marking it as a moment of renewal, abundance, and community? This day, often overlooked as simply the start of warmer months, offers a unique opportunity to embrace joy, creativity, and connection. Whether you’re seeking ways to gather with friends, indulge in outdoor activities, or simply refresh your routine, the first day of summer invites a vibrant celebration that goes beyond tradition. Embracing the Spirit of Celebration The first day of summer is more than a calendar milestone—it’s a chance to pause and honor the potential of the season ahead. Across the globe, people have historically used this day to gather, reflect, and energize themselves for the coming months. Today, this spirit can be captured in various ways that suit different lifestyles and preferences. Example: In Scandinavia, Midsummer festivals bring communities together wit

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