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This Day in History on October 28: First-Ever Video Game Released

1 year 3 months ago
October 28th has been a significant date throughout history, marked by events that have shaped nations, cultures, and societies. We find ourselves in the year 1972, when the first-ever video game, Pong, was released by Atari. This simple yet revolutionary game marked the beginning of the modern video game industry, paving the way for an entertainment medium that would grow into a multi-billion dollar industry. Today, gaming is an integral part of global culture, influencing art, storytelling, and even social interactions. October 28th thus holds a special place in the hearts of gamers and serves as a testament to the innovation and creativity that can emerge from seemingly simple beginnings. On this date in 2009, a significant step was taken toward addressing climate change when the United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as COP15, was announced to take place in Copenhagen the following year. This conference aimed to create a global agreement on climate change and

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We Work the Waterways (WWTW) Hosts Student Event in Alton

1 year 3 months ago

The original article comes from the Waterways Journal on October 18, 2024 Crowds of busy, excited, attentive high school students were bused to Melvin Price Locks and Dam in Alton, Ill., for the latest We Work The Waterways (WWTW) event on October 16 to learn about the many possibilities for a rewarding career on, or adjacent to, the river industry. […]

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Jerry Vallely

Calladitas Rising: Reclaiming Your Power, Strength, and Voice Anthology Showcases Latina Empowerment Stories

1 year 3 months ago
ST. LOUIS, MO. – The powerful and transformative voices of over 30 Latina authors take center stage in Calladitas Rising: Reclaiming Your Power, Strength, and Voice, now available at the Grafton Art Gallery and on Amazon. This deeply personal and inspiring anthology, co-authored by Gabriela Ramírez-Arellano and Esmeralda Aharon, and edited by Jackie Duty, challenges the cultural saying "Calladita te ves más bonita" — “You are prettier when you are quiet” — by amplifying the stories of Latina women who are breaking free from societal limitations and reclaiming their voices. Through heartfelt narratives, each author shares her journey of navigating cultural expectations, gender norms, and systemic inequities, offering insight, wisdom, and practical advice. These stories are more than personal testimonies; they serve as a collective rallying cry for women everywhere to embrace their authentic selves, advocate for their worth, and rise above

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Off the Record

1 year 3 months ago

Exhibition is free and open to the public during COCA's business hours in Millstone Gallery Off The Record is a series of Gouache paintings of iconic record label and album art […]

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Patrick

St. Clair County Reports 51 Deer Harvested In Youth Season

1 year 3 months ago
SPRINGFIELD – St. Clair County reported a total of 51 deer harvested during the youth deer hunting season held from October 12 to October 14, 2024. This figure marks a slight decrease from the 54 deer harvested in 2023, but it represents a significant increase from the 26 deer taken in 2022. Across Illinois, youth hunters collectively harvested a preliminary total of 4,057 deer during the same three-day period, a decrease from the 4,576 deer harvested in 2023. Youth hunters in St. Clair County who have an unfilled, valid youth deer permit will have the opportunity to continue hunting during the upcoming first firearm deer season, which is scheduled for November 24-26.

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