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It truly is incredible just how much of a moral panic the media and politicians have created around social media. Once again, the actual research is basically inconclusive that social media is bad. If it were truly awful, it should be showing up in the data, but for the most part it’s not. At all. […]

CHICAGO – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement on the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) decision to “stay” its marketing denial order of all JUUL Lab Inc.’s products after previously finding these e-cigarettes fail to meet the agency’s public health standard for authorization: “I was heartened two weeks ago when FDA finally acted to remove JUUL e-cigarettes from the market. After a lengthy review, FDA scientists determined that JUUL failed to meet the legal requirement to show these e-cigarettes were appropriate for public health, and a marketing denial was issued for all JUUL vaping products. But now—with this unexplained administrative stay of the JUUL denial—we are right back in a legal morass of FDA’s own making. I am deeply disappointed by FDA’s ongoing failure to competently regulate the e-cigarette market. And sadly, those most harmed by FDA’s incompetence ar

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WOOD RIVER - History was made at Tuesday night's Wood River City Council Meeting when Bobbi Jo Younker was promoted to the position of Wood River Police patrol sergeant. Bobbi becomes the first female sergeant in the Wood River Police Department. Bobbi will supervise a patrol shift for Wood River Police that was occupied by Tim Gegan, who was promoted to Deputy Chief on Tuesday. "Bobbi has been with our police department for 15 years and has worked most of her career in the patrol division," Wood River Police Chief Brad Wells said. "She has been on the Child Death Investigation Task Force, and the Major Case Squad in the past. It means a lot to her and us that she was promoted to sergeant."

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This article originally ran in the St. Louis Business Journal on June 30, 2022.  Zbigniew and Agnes Matukin didn’t plan to start a business when they immigrated from Poland to the United States. Now they’ve built their company and related business entities to about 130 employees with annual revenue of $20 million. The Matukins formed a trucking company and chose […]

The post Choosing south St. Louis County as their base, Polish immigrants build a trucking company from scratch appeared first on St. Louis Regional Freightway.

Sweltering summer heat is here, and people are soaking up the sun. While some vitamin D from sun rays is good in moderation, experts warn that if you overdo it, you’re at risk for melanoma , a less common skin cancer but one that accounts for most deaths. To emphasize how important it is to be aware of skin cancer, look no further than Kristi Fetter of Granite City, Illinois. She’s a survivor of four types of cancer, including a melanoma diagnosis in 2018, and she regularly attends a cancer support group at OSF HealthCare in nearby Alton, Illinois . “I went to my doctor, and she noticed a little black dot on my chest. And she thought it was cancer, and it was,” Fetter says. “They cut it out, and it’s a pretty long scar,” Fetter adds as she gestures to the inches-long mark by her neck. “So wear your sunscreen,” Fetter advises. Heather Chambers agrees. She’s a patient navigator at OSF HealthCare in Alton. For melanoma,

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ST. LOUIS - The deceased in a homicide in the City of Northwoods has been positively identified as Bryant Jones, 32 years of age, of the 500 block of Topaz Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri 63137. St. Louis County Police Crimes Against Persons detectives are investigating a homicide in the 3000 block of Fairchild Avenue in the City of Northwoods which resulted in the death of an adult male. On July 4, 2022, at 12:17 AM, City of Northwoods police officers responded to a call for service for a motor vehicle accident in the 3000 block of Fairchild Avenue. Responding officers located the driver, an adult male inside a vehicle which had struck a sign. The driver of the vehicle was suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The driver was transported to an area hospital for life saving treatment but later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. There were no other occupants of the vehicle. City of Northwoods police officers requested St. Louis County Police Department’s

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Summer means plenty of outdoor activities. For people who enjoy exercising, are looking to start a new fitness routine, or are avid runners, this means lacing up the running shoes and heading outside for a run in the summer heat. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), more than 40 million Americans run on a regular basis – and this number increases when warmer weather arrives. Garrett Beyer, an orthopedic PA with OSF HealthCare, offers safety tips for summer running – including mishap prevention and when to see a doctor. “There is definitely a difference between running in the fall or spring compared to the summer, especially in Chicago. It could mean a difference of 50 or 60 degrees, which is pretty substantial as far as the amount of work that is required from your body to perform at the same level that you might have been performing at in cooler temperatures,” says Beyer. Beyer says to be patient with yourself as you venture out for a run

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CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. -- Detectives with the Camden County Sheriff's Office confirmed human remains found in Linn Creek in October 2021 belong to a man who had been missing since 2016. Gary Kaeter was last seen alive on May 30, 2016 in Texas County. Kaeter was from Licking, Missouri. In June of 2016, the Missouri [...]

HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — The suspected gunman in a Fourth of July parade shooting "seriously contemplated" committing a second shooting in Madison after he left Highland Park — where he is accused of killing seven and wounding several others. A judge denied bond on Wednesday for Robert “Bobby” Crimo III, 21, who was charged with [...]

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As someone who considers himself pro-life, I should be celebrating the recent Dobbs case that the Supreme Court used to overturn Roe v. Wade.  But I’m very concerned today.  I believe such a ruling will not only fail to reduce the abortion rate, but could very well lead to an increase in maternal death rates […]

The post States with strong antiabortion laws have high maternal and infant mortality rates appeared first on Missouri Independent.

QUINCY - Quincy University hosted its 159th Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 14, 2022, at QU Football Stadium at 2:00 p.m. The May 2022 graduating class is comprised of 156 undergraduates and 32 graduate degree recipients. Brighton, Illinois Nicholas Messinger, Master of Business Administration Carrollton, Illinois Cameryn Leigh Varble, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Edwardsville, Illinois Margaret L. Brumback, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Erik Weiler, Master of Business Administration Godfrey, Illinois Haley Marie Milazzo, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Granite City, Illinois Morgan Taylor Tanksley, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Ralph M. Oakley '80 and William E. "Bill" Taylor '60 were awarded Honorary Degrees of Doctor of Humane Letters during the ceremony. Oakley also delivered the commencement address. As commencement speaker, Ralph Oakley challenged students to recall their personal journeys to Quincy University and

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Police were on their way to another call when they happened upon the victim lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to the head.

BETHALTO - Bethalto Police Chief Mike Dixon recently had some interesting public comments where he saluted postal workers for their efforts during extremely high temperatures. Chief Dixon said often postal workers are criticized, but he said the carriers are outside in the heat for 8 or 9 hours at a time and that is very difficult. “One of our mail workers has been diagnosed with cancer and is still battling and working out in the heat,” he said. “Being a mail carrier is a difficult job. Every time I see one of them during these kinds of conditions I ask them if they want a cold drink to sit and cool off for a minute. I think we should appreciate them and show them our appreciation during times with high temperatures. The Heat Warning is still in effect in the region through Thursday. Thursday, the National Weather Service in St. Louis has a high of 100 degrees forecast. Today, the temperatures are supposed to rise to 98 degrees. Friday, a high of 93 degrees is

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EAST ALTON – The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC sm ) will highlight the work of its interns and staff during a special July Neighbor Nights event on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. Rather than viewing a presentation, guests will make their way through the Jerry F. Costello Confluence Field Station to view exhibits and table presentations at their own pace. “Our interns have been working hard this summer to gain knowledge and hands-on experiences in research, science, and ecology,” Director of Environmental Education Sarah Fisher said. “This Neighbor Nights event is a wonderful way for them to show off their hard work.” The event will run from 6-8 p.m., with a free guided public tour of the Field Station beginning at 7:15 p.m. This year’s intern class has 14 members – five traditional summer interns and eight Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) interns. They include local students, as well as students from acros

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BETHALTO - 1 st MidAmerica Credit Union is pleased to announce Michelle Perkins as the new Regional Manager. Perkins comes to the credit union with 20 years of experience in financial services. Through the years, Perkins has held various member-facing positions at financial institutions, including member service and management roles. This experience will make Perkins an excellent addition to the 1 st MidAmerica team. “I’m proud to be a part of this world-class organization and excited to help lead the charge!” said Perkins. Perkins resides in Florissant and enjoys spending time with her husband, four adult children, and grandson. She has volunteered as the Vice President of Operations of the National Black MBA Association for the past 12 years and is active in their Leaders of Tomorrow teen mentoring program. 1 st MidAmerica Credit Union has a mission of exceeding member expectations. Additional information can be found at www.1stMidAmerica.org.

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Of the largest 100 U.S. cities, our fair burg clocked in at No. 13 for the “Best & Worst Cities For Recreation.” Hot, humid summers hurt overall ranking.