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OSF St. Anthony's to Host "Girls Night Out" with Mammograms and Breast Cancer Education

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ALTON - Community members can be proactive about their health at an upcoming “Girls Night Out” event at OSF St. Anthony’s. From 4–8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, community members are invited to an evening of mammograms and education in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Hosted at OSF St. Anthony’s Health Center, the Girls Night Out event encourages people to learn more about breast cancer and receive screenings. “Our community health needs assessment is something we do every three years. We just say, ‘What are our top health needs in the area?’” explained Sister M. Beata Ziegler, F.S.G.M., Vice President of Operations and Special Projects. “Cancer is just really high on the list of needs for people in Madison County, so this week, we are having a Girls Night Out as part of our Breast Cancer Awareness Month.” There are a limited number of mammograms available during the Girls Night Out event. Call 618-474-679

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State judge clears path for Amendment 3 on Mo. ballot

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JEFFERSON CITY — A Cole County judge has upheld House Joint Resolution 73 on all constitutional grounds, certifying its ballot language and allowing it to move forward to Missouri voters as Amendment 3, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced.
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Day Fresh Tour

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The most popular tour at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis explains the life of an Anheuser-Busch beer from seed to glass. Along the way, you’ll visit the Clydesdales Paddock […]

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How to Plan a Haunted House Event for Halloween

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What makes a haunted house truly unforgettable? Is it the jump scares, the eerie ambiance, or the story woven through each chilling corridor? Haunted houses have evolved far beyond simple costumes and cobwebs, captivating audiences with immersive experiences that engage all the senses. Planning an effective haunted house event requires creativity, organization, and attention to detail to ensure guests walk away both thrilled and entertained. Defining Your Haunted House Concept Before gathering props and planning scares, establish a clear theme or narrative for your haunted house. A cohesive concept enhances immersion and helps guide design choices. Consider whether you want to evoke classic horror tropes—like haunted mansions, abandoned asylums, or graveyards—or create an original storyline that sets your event apart. For example, a haunted house based on a fictional haunted hotel can incorporate different “rooms” with unique story elements like a possessed

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This Day in History on October 15: First Manned Hot Air Balloon Flight

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October 15 has long been a day marked by pivotal moments across various spheres including politics, science, culture, and exploration. Moving back to October 15, 1783, the world witnessed an extraordinary milestone in human ingenuity and adventure. On this day, the Montgolfier brothers launched the first manned hot air balloon flight in Annonay, France. This achievement marked the beginning of human flight and opened new frontiers for exploration and transportation, forever changing humanity's relationship with the skies. In the realm of political history, October 15, 1946, stands out as well. On this day, the Founding Charter of UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) was signed in Paris. UNESCO was established to promote international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. Its mission has been critical in fostering peace and security worldwide by encouraging cooperation among nations through dialogue and cultural exchange.

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