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National Dog Day: Celebrating Canine Companions and Their Impact on Society

7 months ago
What if one day each year held the power to highlight the profound influence dogs have on our lives—beyond just being pets, but as heroes, workers, and sources of unconditional love? National Dog Day is precisely that day, offering an opportunity to honor dogs’ diverse roles in human society and to promote their well-being worldwide. The Origins of National Dog Day National Dog Day was founded in 2004 by Colleen Paige, a pet lifestyle expert and animal advocate. Paige created the day to raise awareness about the number of dogs that need rescuing and to encourage adoption from shelters rather than purchasing from breeders or pet stores. The choice of August 26th was intended to serve as a yearly reminder of the responsibilities that come with dog ownership and the importance of acknowledging dogs’ positive impact on our lives. Since its inception, National Dog Day has grown beyond a simple awareness campaign. It has been recognized by various organizations, media

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This Day in History on August 26: Women's Equality Day in the United States

7 months ago
August 26 has witnessed numerous pivotal moments throughout history, shaping cultures, politics, and societies around the globe. Looking back in time, August 26 marks the day in 1789 when the French National Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen. This seminal document established fundamental human rights and became a cornerstone of the French Revolution. Inspired by Enlightenment ideals, it articulated principles such as liberty, equality, and fraternity, influencing not only France but also the development of human rights worldwide. The declaration’s emphasis on universal rights continues to resonate in modern democratic societies. In the realm of culture and arts, August 26 is notable in the history of music. On this day in 1920, the famous American jazz musician Louis Armstrong made one of his earliest recordings with his Hot Five band. Armstrong’s innovative trumpet playing and charismatic vocals helped transform jazz from a regional

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Rudi ’splains it: Missouri property tax rates and how they are set

7 months ago
Property tax rates for this year must be set by Monday in Missouri’s 2,807 local political subdivisions authorized to impose levies. That starts the annual billing cycle, with each county collector using those rates and the property values determined by the county assessor to generate tax bills mailed in October.  By Dec. 31, every tax […]
Rudi Keller

Gillespie Community to host Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife Monday, September 8

7 months ago
GILLESPIE – Gillespie will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Monday, September 8 at 900 Broadway, inside Gillespie Methodist Church Gym What: Gillespie Community Blood Drive When: Monday, September 8, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Where: Gillespie Methodist Church Gym, 900 Broadway, Gillespie, IL Appointments: To donate, please contact Brenda Lowe at (217) 710-1336 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 60020 to locate the drive. Appointments are requested. You may also call ImpactLife to schedule at 800-747-5401. 2801 South 10th Street | Springfield, Illinois | (217) 753-1530 Donor Eligibility Criteria: Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission form available through www.bloodcenter.org ) and weigh more than 110 pounds. A photo I.D. is required to donate. For questions about eligibility, please call ImpactLife at (800)

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Innovations Gaining Traction: Rail and Port Tech Take Center Stage

7 months ago

This article originally comes from the Argus ___________________________________ High-tech solutions to enhance the global movement of freight on rail and waterways were highlighted during FreightWeekSTL 2025, an annual conference hosted by the St. Louis Regional Freightway. The Innovation Day panel featured Adam Strachan, Chief Engineer at Intramotev, a St. Louis-based manufacturer of battery-electric, self-propelled rail cars; Noel Hacegaba, Chief Operating […]

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Kelle Sutton

Newly Launched Careers Roadmaps Aim to Grow Vital Aerospace and Aviation Workforce

7 months ago

Online resources now available for St. Louis-area students and their families exploring future careers The St. Louis Regional Aerospace and Aviation Task Force celebrated National Aviation Day on August 19 with the launch of a series of Aerospace Manufacturing and Aviation Careers Roadmaps. The new workforce initiative is aimed at helping area high school students and new career seekers navigate […]

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Jerry Vallely

UPDATE: Man Shot and Killed on Garfield

7 months ago

UPDATE: The deceased man has been identified as 49-year-old Eric Louis of St. Louis City. District 5 officers responded to a shooting in the 4400 block of Garfield just after 9 p.m. on August 15. When officers arrived on scene, they located a man approximately 35-40 years old, suffering from a gunshot wound to his […]

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Suleima Rojas