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Confluence Wealth Management Celebrates the Holiday Season by Supporting Wreaths Across America

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ALTON - Confluence Wealth Management recently welcomed nearly 200 guests to their annual client appreciation Christmas party, where they raised $6,195 for the Alton Location of Wreaths Across America. Confluence Wealth Management, a locally owned financial planning and wealth management firm affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services, works with Riverbend residents throughout the community. Co-owners Jack Hoelscher and Robert Diaz were excited to see many of their clients come

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill Expanding End-Of-Life Options For Terminally Ill Patients

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CHICAGO – Today, Governor Pritzker signed the Medical Aid in Dying bill (SB 1950), a law that will provide qualified terminally ill patients with the option to seek medication to peacefully end their lives on their own terms in consultation with physicians. To ensure the highest safeguards for patients, the law is effective in September of 2026, which affords participating health care providers and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) significant lead time to implement stringent

Godfrey Women's Club Bestows Silver Spoon Award

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GODFREY - Fran Scheurer is the recipient of Godfrey Women’s Club 2025 Silver Spoon Award. The Silver Spoon Award is an honor given each year to a member of Godfrey Women’s Club, who has served the club in an outstanding way. Since joining the club in 2019, Fran has co-chaired the Christmas Carousel Home & Garden Booth for 5 years, holding many craft workshops in her home. This year she co-chaired the Basket Raffle Table for Carousel. Fran has served on the board since 2022. S

Rep. Green Again Pounds The Drum On Impeachment, And This Time A Majority Of Democrats March To The Beat

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This week Representative Al Green (Texas) filed another set of impeachment articles against Trump. They didn’t move forward; in fact, they failed an initial vote for Congress to decide to even think about moving them forward. But that impeachment didn’t move forward this time is not the story, because even though it didn’t, pursuing it […]
Cathy Gellis

Missouri seeks enforcement of $24B China COVID judgment

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JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has initiated the next phase of efforts to enforce the state’s historic $24 billion judgment against the People’s Republic of China, the Chinese Communist Party and several Chinese government entities.
By Kyla Asbury | Legal Newsline

Foundation Recovery Systems explains What Repairs you should Prioritize first

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SPONSORED – Most homeowners choose to make cosmetic repairs over structural repairs, however safety & long-term stability must come first. You might not see the changes, but the impact is profound. 63% of people surveyed put off necessary foundation repairs due to cost. However, foundation damage is not something that should be put off when [...]
Varkita Quinn

Give the gift of literacy to your little one this holiday season

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ST. LOUIS - Simonne Kimble, Author and Founder of 8Roses Publishing, was inspired by her eldest daughter to write her first book at just 16 years old. “Picky Mya: A Lesson in Healthy Eating” is a rhyming story about a little girl learning to explore healthier eating habits. 8Roses Publishing`s mission is to inspire young [...]

Daily Deal: 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad

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This 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad integrates three charging modules for cell phones, headphones, and watches—a maximum power of 15W for cell phone charging, 5W for Airpods charging, and 2.5W for Apple Watch charging. This charging pad can be folded and used as a phone stand. It’s slim and compact, easy to put in your […]
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The Balancing Act: Chronic Conditions and Mental Health

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Key takeaways: Chronic physical conditions can spawn mental health concerns, like anxiety. But, there are ways to find a balance between getting help and being independent. One-on-one or group therapy can help. Experts also says you should know when you're burnt out and speak up. Caregivers should watch for signs that their loved one is struggling, such as not taking their medicine. A chronic condition like diabetes, lupus, arthritis or brain fog is a lot to handle