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Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition Statement on PJM Capacity Market Auction Results

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4 months 4 weeks ago
ILLINOIS – Today, grid operator PJM announced results in its capacity auction that threaten to send electricity rates soaring for consumers in the ComEd region in Illinois. The overall cost of capacity, which PJM procures to ensure adequate resources to meet energy needs, jumped from $269.92 to $329.17. The Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition released the following statement: “The results of PJM’s capacity market auction are sobering, particularly when Illinois ratepayers are already facing skyrocketing energy bills. As Big Tech’s energy-hungry data centers sap up more and more power and President Trump’s Big Bill rolls back clean energy tax incentives that could save families hundreds, it is clear we need immediate action to protect Illinois consumers. While grid operators like PJM and MISO are slow to connect cost-effective clean energy to the grid and help meet growing demand, the Trump Administration is moving fast to bail out the fossil fuel industry at

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OSF Medical Group Introduces Diabetes Nurse Educator Program For Riverbend Region Residents

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4 months 4 weeks ago
ALTON – Early last year, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released the 2024 National Diabetes Statistics Report. This report estimated that, as of 2021, more than 38.4 million people of all ages – or 11.6% of the U.S. population – had diabetes. With this number expected to continue climbing, the role of nurse-delivered diabetes education will become even more important for patient’s long-term success. OSF Medical Group – Diabetes and Endocrinology (Alton) is introducing its diabetes education program, led by Jennifer Adcock, RN, BSN, CDCES (certified diabetes care & education specialist). Jennifer has been an OSF Mission Partner (i.e. employee) for the last nine (9) years and worked in the OSF Medical Group - Diabetes and Endocrinology office since 2017. Adcock says how patients living with diabetes can benefit from her diabetes education program is through her personalized approach. “Diabetes education is not one-size-fits-all.

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Like Water

Explore STL
4 months 4 weeks ago

An international and multigenerational group of artists will take over the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis for Like Water, which considers water from different angles – from fonts of inspirations […]

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How to Start a Butterfly Garden in Your Backyard

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4 months 4 weeks ago
Did you know that nearly 20% of butterfly species worldwide are currently at risk of extinction? As pollinators, butterflies play a critical role in maintaining the health of ecosystems, yet their populations are declining due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. Creating a butterfly garden in your backyard is a meaningful way to support these delicate creatures while adding natural beauty and biodiversity to your home environment. Choosing the Right Location and Layout Selecting an appropriate site is the first step toward establishing a thriving butterfly garden. Butterflies are cold-blooded and rely heavily on sunlight to regulate their body temperature. Therefore, choose a spot that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Avoid windy areas, as strong breezes can hinder butterfly activity. Consider the garden’s layout with a mix of nectar-rich flowers, larval host plants, and sheltered resting spots. Grouping plants of the same species together

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This Day in History on July 23: First Public Demonstration of the Polio Vaccine

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4 months 4 weeks ago
July 23rd holds a remarkable place in history, marked by events that have shaped cultures, nations, and the trajectory of human progress. Perhaps the most globally impactful event associated with the era around this date is the Apollo 11 Moon landing in 1969. Although the actual lunar landing occurred on July 20th, the days following—including July 23rd—were critical as the astronauts safely returned to Earth, sparking worldwide celebration and a renewed sense of possibility for humanity. This monumental achievement not only demonstrated extraordinary technological prowess but also united people across the globe in awe and inspiration. Turning back the clock, July 23rd, 1829, saw the founding of the London Metropolitan Police Service by then-Home Secretary Sir Robert Peel. This development marked the beginning of modern policing, introducing principles of organized law enforcement aimed at maintaining public order in the rapidly growing urban centers of Britain. The Metropolitan

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