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October 4th is a day that has repeatedly marked significant turning points in history, spanning a variety of fields. On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite, into orbit. This groundbreaking event marked the dawn of the space age and was a pivotal moment in the Cold War era's space race between the United States and the Soviet Union. Sputnik 1's success had a profound impact on scientific research and technology development worldwide, as it demonstrated the possibility of space exploration and inspired future missions, from lunar landings to Mars rover expeditions. The launch sparked a surge of interest in science and technology education, leading to significant investments in these fields and ultimately laying the groundwork for the technological advances that we benefit from today. Beyond the realm of space, October 4th has seen numerous other significant events. In 1830, the Belgian Revolution reached a decisive moment when a provisional

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Here is the growth of the labor force participation rate since Joe Biden took office. This is for prime-age workers (age 25-54). Both men and women are now working at higher rates than at any time since the end of the Great Recession.

Triad and Mascoutah were selected as the match-up, and Roxana asked if they could contribute to the cause.

A U.S. Senate candidate seeking to create a new party to bridge political divisions on Thursday enlisted the state’s senior former officeholder to help put a spotlight on his campaign. Jared Young, a Joplin businessman who petitioned to form the Better Party, toured the state with former U.S. Sen. Jack Danforth, a Republican who was […]

Bag Phones, Brick Phones, Blackberries, a Satellite Phone and more – these are some of the cellular telephones you’ll see at the Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum. Housed in a restored […]

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“Be the Miracle” Meditative Paintings & Poetry by Angela L. Chostner is a solo exhibition exploring aspects of the miraculous and invites viewers to an interactive experience. Her vision for […]

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This fall, the Best of Missouri Market returns to the Missouri Botanical Garden with more than 120 vendors, offering unique handicrafts, locally produced foodstuffs, bespoke jewelry, native plants and more. […]

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Nestled among the rolling hills of Eureka, Brookdale Farms has everything you need to satisfy your fall cravings. During its fall festival, pick the perfect pumpkins for classic jack-o’-lanterns, navigate […]

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The team’s ratings also fell in 2023, when the average number of viewers per game decreased 28% from the prior season.

TROY - At the Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce 40th anniversary celebration, State Representative Charlie Meier told the fascinating story behind the “cupcake bill,” the first one he introduced as a representative. 12 years ago in Troy, he said the Madison County Health Department stopped a then-12-year-old Chloe Stirling from giving homemade cupcakes to nursing home residents because they weren’t made “in an inspected kitchen, and people could die.” “This is just crazy,” Meier said of the Health Department response. He then got to work crafting the “cupcake bill” in an effort to prevent such a shutdown from happening again. “We got the bill written … we’re set to go in front of committee, and of course Chloe’s got her box of cupcakes there,” Meier said. The bill faced an uphill battle as it went through a series of hurdles in the House, with Meier adding that 95 healt

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BUZZ MAGAZINE - It was a round metal object the size of a beach ball, and only weighed 183.9 pounds. Yet it managed to throw a nervous world into a panic. Friday marks the anniversary of the launch of Sputnik, the world’s first artificial satellite, which was thrust into space by the Soviet Union on Oct. 4, 1957. The launch marked the beginning of the space race and was a landmark in the Cold War between the United States and the Soviets. The launch, just months after Soviet Premier Nikita Khruschev’s declaration that “we will bury you,” threw the United States into “near hysteria” in the words of one writer and “political pandemonium” in the words of another. Sputnik was designed to correspond with the International Geophysical Year, set by the International Council of Scientific Unions in 1952 to last from July 1, 1957 to Dec. 31, 1958. In 1955, the U.S. had announced plans for its own satellite. The Soviets, however, beat th

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BUZZ MAGAZINE - October is the month for haunted houses and other historic buildings. And for this year's October issue, I present six outstanding attractions – two historic homes, a prison, two theaters, and a hotel – that are said to have had unearthly happenings. The 300+ miles of Illinois Route 66 offer a treasure trove of historic buildings to visit, and more than a few are said to be haunted. But don't let a rumored ghost or two stop you from visiting these amazing attractions! And, you don't have to visit just at Halloween. When you plan to visit any of these attractions, please check their websites for more information and then observe open hours, fees, and visitor rules Old Joliet Prison - 1125 Collins Street, Joliet Notorious killers Richard Speck, John Wayne Gacy, and “crime of the century” murderers Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb were all housed at the old Joliet Prison, and, of course, it was the fictional home of the Blues Brothers, Jake

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BUZZ MAGAZINE - It was a round metal object the size of a beach ball, and only weighed 183.9 pounds. Yet it managed to throw a nervous world into a panic. Friday marks the anniversary of the launch of Sputnik, the world’s first artificial satellite, which was thrust into space by the Soviet Union on Oct. 4, 1957. The launch marked the beginning of the space race and was a landmark in the Cold War between the United States and the Soviets. The launch, just months after Soviet Premier Nikita Khruschev’s declaration that “we will bury you,” threw the United States into “near hysteria” in the words of one writer and “political pandemonium” in the words of another. Sputnik was designed to correspond with the International Geophysical Year, set by the International Council of Scientific Unions in 1952 to last from July 1, 1957 to Dec. 31, 1958. In 1955, the U.S. had announced plans for its own satellite. The Soviets, however, beat th

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BUZZ MAGAZINE - October is the month for haunted houses and other historic buildings. And for this year's October issue, I present six outstanding attractions – two historic homes, a prison, two theaters, and a hotel – that are said to have had unearthly happenings. The 300+ miles of Illinois Route 66 offer a treasure trove of historic buildings to visit, and more than a few are said to be haunted. But don't let a rumored ghost or two stop you from visiting these amazing attractions! And, you don't have to visit just at Halloween. When you plan to visit any of these attractions, please check their websites for more information and then observe open hours, fees, and visitor rules Old Joliet Prison - 1125 Collins Street, Joliet Notorious killers Richard Speck, John Wayne Gacy, and “crime of the century” murderers Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb were all housed at the old Joliet Prison, and, of course, it was the fictional home of the Blues Brothers, Jake

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The 69-year-old man was shot in the 5000 block Schmidt Lane.