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Village Dispensary to Host Fall Bash for a Cause with Deals, Vendors and More

1 year ago
GODFREY - Village Dispensary will host its first Fall Bash for a Cause, complete with discounts, vendors, a costume contest, and a canned food drive. From 12–5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, community members are invited to Village Dispensary to take advantage of deals and learn more about the cannabis industry. There will be several craft and food vendors onsite, as well as pop-up booths for cultivators. “We’re stoked,” said Alli with Village Dispensary. “Dang near anything you could ever want is on sale tomorrow. You’ve got to stop by.” Alli and Allison, another representative with Village Dispensary, noted that they’ve been planning the Fall Bash for several months now. They’re eager to see the culmination of their efforts on Oct. 26 and share the fun at Village with the community. There are several sales and discounts available. Additionally, attendees can bring a bag of five nonperishable food items to receive

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German Court: LAION’s Generative AI Training Dataset Is Legal Thanks To EU Copyright Exceptions

1 year ago
The copyright world is currently trying to assert its control over the new world of generative AI through a number of lawsuits, several of which have been discussed previously on Walled Culture. We now have our first decision in this area, from the regional court in Hamburg. Andres Guadamuz has provided an excellent detailed analysis of a ruling that is important […]
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Alton Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off Tenth Season With Spooky Concert

1 year ago
ALTON - The Alton Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Shane Williams, is gearing up for its first concert of the season, titled “Ghost Busters: No Trick, Just Treats,” set for 7 p.m. on Saturday night, Oct. 26, 2024, at Hatheway Hall. The concert, which will feature music from iconic films such as "Psycho" and selections from Disney's "Fantasia," marks the beginning of the orchestra's tenth year, a milestone that Williams describes as a significant achievement for the ensemble and the community. Come listen to a spine-tingling experience with ASO. Dive into the supernatural with the iconic “Ghostbusters!” theme and try to survive the night with more chilling tunes such as “Danse Macabre,” “Requiem,” and “Toccata and Fugue” (arr. Stokowski)! Rehearsals for the concert began at the end of August, with the orchestra aiming to engage the audience by allowing them to participate in the performance. “It will

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New Blondie album coming next year

1 year ago
Looks like we’re going to be getting some new music from Blondie in 2025. Guitarist and co-founder Chris Stein broke the news on Instagram, sharing a black-and-white photo of Blondie frontwoman…

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Civic Memorial Medical Classes Offer "Absolutely Amazing" Experience for Students

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BETHALTO - Civic Memorial High School students are preparing to become certified nursing assistants (CNAs). Students in Medical Careers 2, a new class at CMHS , have spent the semester learning the skills to become CNA-certified. Now, they’re hosting a fundraiser to fundraise for additional supplies and equipment so more students can take the class and learn about the healthcare industry. “It’s freaking amazing. Absolutely amazing,” said Angie Parish, who teaches Medical Careers 1 and 2. “These kids are knocking it out of the park.” The classes will host a golf scramble at Grip & Sip on Dec. 14, 2024. Attendees can also enjoy a putting contest and a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the Medical Careers 1 and 2 classes. Parish noted that the classes are attracting more students, so they need more supplies to accommodate the increasing interest. During the regular Bethalto Community Unit School District #8 Board of Education meeting

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