SPRINGFIELD — Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) hospitals in Illinois are pleased to announce the top names chosen for babies born at these southern Illinois hospitals in 2024. HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, O’Fallon Top Boy Name Oliver, which has been the top baby boy name since 2020. Top Girl Name Amelia, which has been the top baby girl name since 2022. HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese Top Boy Names Oliver and Theodore (tied) Top Girl Name Ivy These names were part of the over 1,200 babies delivered at these hospitals in 2024. For others expecting in 2025, St. Elizabeth’s and St. Joseph’s hospitals offers a wide range of services for mothers and infants, including prenatal classes which can be found on St. Elizabeth's and St. Joseph's websites under Classes and Events. Both hospitals focus on offering safe, quality care for mothers and babies. St. Elizabeth’s Hospital recently launche
From Area Development: Lately, securing financing for large-scale development projects has become increasingly complicated and nuanced. Executives looking to expand facilities or select new locations must navigate myriad challenges, from volatile capital markets to stringent investor expectations. That’s because in 2023, capital markets encountered disruptions reminiscent of the 2008 global financial crisis. The Federal Reserve’s […]
From Gensler: At Gensler we have always taken pride in delivering workplaces that are rooted in a human-centric approach — spaces that provide a dynamic experience for employees. The world has changed rapidly over the past few years and as result, how we think about the workplace, productivity, and employee experience has also shifted. We […]
From NPR: St. Louis water is famously drinkable straight from the tap – but thousands of city residents may have questions about that practice, after receiving notice that the pipes bringing water into their homes may contain lead. The notices come from the city’s Water Division. The purpose is to urge compliance with a new […]
Apparently the Fed has grown a little skeptical of inflation indexes that rely partly on "imputed" measures of things like rent. Instead, they're starting to look at pure market-based indexes: This is a 3-month rolling average, partly just to smooth things out and partly because it's my favored measure. In November, the plain old monthly ...continue reading "A different measure of inflation tells us it’s over"
From The Welder: Recently, I posed the following questions to many that I know in the industry: Looking back, what is the most important piece of knowledge or insight you wish you had before you entered the welding industry? How do you think this information would have impacted your career and the challenges you faced […]
From Work Design: Over the past four years we’ve seen a complete dismantling and rebuilding of the world of work. Designers, developers and organizations alike have been challenged to reassess and reimagine everything from operational policies, space utilization and amenities to lease structures and beyond. Research, data and strategic initiatives developed in partnership with clients […]
From Contractor Magazine: As America’s infrastructure ages, there’s an increased demand for skilled workers who can keep up with maintenance, repairs, and replacements. Paired with an increased rate of new construction from cities to the suburbs and everywhere in between, the industry is in dire need of new workers who can upkeep critical infrastructure. Despite […]
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Rob Miller was inspired to open his pottery studio to people of all abilities when his grandson, Connor, was born with cerebral palsy eight years ago. LampLight Studio now has a nonprofit arm, Blaze STL, that welcomes groups from underserved and disabled communities to create artwork and communicate through creativity. The […]
From St. Louis Public Radio: In one corner of Webster Groves, yard signs have sprouted out of the ground like daffodils in the spring. Blue ones say, “We support children’s mental health,” while the green ones say, “Keep North Webster a neighborhood.” The signs began to appear last year, when St. Louis Children’s Hospital and […]
From Offsite Builder: Natural disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires are increasing in both number and scale, with devastating consequences for affected communities. Unfortunately, there’s a real lack of alternative housing options for disaster survivors. There are solutions to this problem, and the offsite building industry can help bring them to fruition. As of early […]
As disgruntled residents complain about the state of roadways and highways after last weekend’s harsh winter storm, St. Louis County leadership is asking for patience as their short-staffed crews treat and plow streets with another storm looming.
GODFREY - Abs Workout Plans will host a wellness open house this weekend to promote holistic wellness. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, community members are invited to Abs Workout Plans at 620 Armsway Court in Godfrey to meet with vendors and learn more about wellness initiatives in the Riverbend. Abby Thurman, owner of Abs Workout Plans, noted that the event encourages healthy eating, fitness and more wellness opportunities. “I wanted to make sure I got every portion of health and wellness and holistic approach I could,” Thurman said. “I think it's a really good way to meet everybody and see the gym and see all the health and wellness vendors that we have in the area to really help get your health and wellness journey started as soon as possible.” Vendors include AC Aesthetics, Fitness for the Soul, Trio Boutique, One Stop Supplements, IV Drip, Just Right Organizing, Busy Body Meals, Amber Childress, Jessica Grace Skin and Permanent
From Building Design + Construction: Like any other healthcare facility, behavioral health environments must be comforting places to heal. But these spaces pose unique considerations to keep patients safe, requiring thoughtful balance from skilled design professionals to create environments that are beautiful and manage patient risk. Senior Interior Designer Lauren Frank, Senior Project Manager Susan […]
David Lee Roth’s solo career is being revisited in a new box set from Rhino.The Warner Recordings 1985-1994 will include Roth’s first five solo records, including his debut solo EP,…
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