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A Place to Call Home: Meet Jamaya

1 year 4 months ago
Smiles and sweetness abound when Jamaya is around! In today's A Place to Call Home, Anthony Slaughter introduces you to this special six-year-old!

Chinese state losing hard-won influence on Twitter

1 year 4 months ago
Semafor reports that the Chinese government is unhappy with their investment in Twitter: State outlets, which put considerable resources into amassing millions of followers on Elon Musk’s social media platform — including by buying ads, deploying bots, and hiring influencers — have recently seen their growth plateau. The growing popularity of Bluesky, which has a ...continue reading "Chinese state losing hard-won influence on Twitter"
Kevin Drum

St. Louis police chief shares updates on high-profile cases

1 year 4 months ago
Police Chief Robert Tracy has provided updates on two high-profile cases in St. Louis, including a shooting on I-55 that injured a teen and the arrest of a suspect in the abduction and murder of Michelle Hampton, while also highlighting the department's efforts to combat crime and the low homicide rates.
Joe Millitzer

Missouri appeals court backs highways commission on raises for state road workers

1 year 4 months ago
Missouri Department of Transportation employees are entitled to raises included in a market pay plan even if lawmakers haven’t appropriated enough money to cover the cost, the Western District Missouri Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday. In the unanimous decision, Judge Gary Witt wrote that the Missouri Constitution is unambiguous in the power it gives to […]
Rudi Keller

Gotta have ricotta! From Appetizers to Desserts: Ricotta Steals the Spotlight in Holiday Recipes

1 year 4 months ago
As the holidays approach, home cooks often search for new time-saving dinner options for busy weeknights, or dishes and appetizers that will impress guests at holiday events. While dairy foods are often foundational ingredients in holiday and comfort food recipes, one dairy food — ricotta cheese — stands out this time of year due to its versatility, subtle flair and nutrition. Traditionally, cheesemakers make this fresh cheese from whey, a milk protein. To make ricotta, cheesemakers combine liquid whey with milk and vinegar, and then heat the mixture until the whey coagulates and forms the soft cheese known as ricotta. While moisture-rich ricotta cheese is slightly firm, it is not a solid cheese. Ricotta also has a smoother texture than cottage cheese, another variety of fresh cheese. Mild flavor, creamy texture adds dimension to recipes Ricotta’s light, slightly sweet flavor lends itself to both sweet and savory dishes, making it the perfect addition to holiday

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Custom Gaming PCs Designed for Every Gamer's Needs

1 year 4 months ago
ALTON - As the holiday season approaches, gamers looking to enhance their gaming experience can consider custom gaming PCs from Riverbender Tech Center. The company, based at 200 W. Third St. in Alton, offers personalized builds designed to meet individual gaming needs and budgets. Riverbender Tech Center emphasizes the importance of tailored performance, stating that their custom builds cater to various gaming styles, whether for fast-paced shooters or graphics-heavy role-playing games. Each gaming PC is designed to prevent bottlenecks, ensuring that the CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage work in harmony to deliver a seamless gaming experience. The company assures quality through meticulous component selection and expert assembly. Each machine undergoes rigorous testing to confirm it is ready for demanding gaming environments. Riverbender Tech Center offers options for every budget, from entry-level systems that can be upgraded over time to high-performance setups featuring the latest

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