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Highest-rated wineries in Missouri, according to Yelp

2 years 6 months ago
Napa Valley isn't the only travel destination in the United States for a good glass of wine. While California's wine country is known for being a top winery destination (and also home to the award-winning bottle of chardonnay that won top honors at the Judgment of Paris competition in 1976), wine connoisseurs no longer have [...]
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Gov. Pritzker Highlights University of Chicago Banned Book Collection During Banned Books Week  

2 years 6 months ago
CHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker visited the University of Chicago Library to announce the University’s plan to build a collection of books that have been historically banned, creating an accessible library open to the public. The event takes place during National Banned Books Week, which runs from October 1-7. The governor was joined by Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and University of Chicago leadership. “When we can engage with ideas that are new to us, challenge and be challenged by different perspectives, learn new things, understand all the amazing miracles and darkest hours of the world around us — we are all better off,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Today’s announcement not only means that any member of the public can come access commonly banned books here in person at UChicago — it also means that residents throughout Illinois can access these texts digitally. Even in the face of rising censorship around the country,

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Discover Your Future at L&C's Discover Day Open House

2 years 6 months ago
GODFREY – Potential students and families interested in learning more about Lewis and Clark Community College’s offerings are invited to immerse themselves in the Trailblazer experience at Discover Day, Monday, Oct. 9. “Tour the Godfrey Campus and speak with program and student support representatives to get firsthand insights into how Lewis and Clark can help you make the most of your college experience,” Recruiter Daniel Nosce said. Discover Lewis and Clark’s options for short-term degrees and certificates as well as transfer programs that help district residents save thousands of dollars on a four-year degree. While exploring, future Trailblazers will have the chance to interact with current students, who can share their personal experiences and give valuable perspectives on campus life. The event, which will be held from 4-6 p.m., in the Hatheway Quad, will also feature academic and financial aid advisors who can provide guidance for finding the right

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Wood River Auto Shop Offers Free Brake Pads for Breast Cancer Research

2 years 6 months ago
WOOD RIVER - Pro Automotive Services is offering free brake inspections and brake pads to raise money for a breast cancer vaccine. The Brakes for Breasts campaign encourages independent auto repair shops to provide free brake pads throughout October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Customers pay for the labor and any other parts that are needed, and the shops donate 10% of profits to the Cleveland Clinic Breast Cancer Vaccine Fund . For Pro Automotive Services in Wood River, the campaign hits close to home. “My mom passed away from breast cancer. She’d been in remission 32 years, and then the cancer came back,” owner Jennifer Baggett said. “She had triple-negative breast cancer, and that’s what the vaccine that they’re working on right now . They’re hoping that once the puzzle is unlocked for this particular cancer, that it’ll be easier to unlock the rest of all the other different types of breast cancer and even

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Stay Alert, Be Prepared For Increased Risk Of Farm Fires During Harvest

2 years 6 months ago
URBANA — Severe drought and current environmental conditions have the Midwest on alert as fire risks are higher than usual during equipment rollout for corn and soybean harvest. From lack of precipitation to low soil moisture and dry vegetation, these conditions, when paired with hot, running farm equipment, increase fire chances. “Contributing environmental risk factors for fire include a lack of precipitation, low soil moisture, low humidity, high winds, and warm daily temperatures,” says Trent Ford, state climatologist with Illinois State Water Survey at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. When dry fields and environmental risks combine with long work hours, delayed equipment maintenance and cleaning, part failures, and debris-clogged cooling systems — chances of a fire starting are greatly increased, says Ford. Prepare for high fire risk conditions with farm fire safety tips from climate and agricultural safety experts at University of Illinois Extension,

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LIST: Free family events around St. Louis

2 years 6 months ago
Here is a compiled list of 10 free activities for parents, families, and caregivers to enjoy around St. Louis. The attractions listed have general admission that is free, but parking at the location might not be. 
Liz Dowell