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Should Democrats change their tune on a few culture war topics?

3 years ago
People like me talk frequently about the fact that folks who are modestly right of center are obviously scared by a lot of the Democratic stands on culture war issues these days. Perhaps we should dial down the way we talk—or maybe even what we genuinely believe—about these things? People to my left demand particulars. ...continue reading "Should Democrats change their tune on a few culture war topics?"
Kevin Drum

Rockwood schools no longer on 'soft lockdown'

3 years ago
EUREKA, Mo. - Multiple Rockwood schools were on a "soft lockdown" Tuesday because of a police search for suspects involved in car thefts. One juvenile is now in custody. The schools that were on "soft lockdown" until 12:30 p.m. included Eureka High, Eureka Elementary, Eureka Early Childhood Center, Blevins Elementary, Geggie Elementary, and LaSalle Springs [...]
Monica Ryan

Local Businesses Grow Together Thanks To Illinois Local

3 years ago
JACKSONVILLE - Illinois Local launched on December 9, 2020, amid the global pandemic. Gemma and Chris Long identified a need in Illinois communities for local independent businesses to connect, learn, and grow together. Illinois Local has expanded to 175 members in just 15 months. Members are in Springfield, Carlinville, Edwardsville, Champaign, Hanna City, and Jacksonville, to name a few. The membership consists of photographers, florists, artists, insurers, realtors, restauranteurs, retailers, designers, and more. As well as being included in a search engine optimized directory, members participate in pop-up events, markets, socials, professional photoshoots, social media takeovers, an annual conference, and awards. But one of the most powerful attributes of this membership is the opportunity for collaboration and growth between these local independent businesses. “Members collaborate to offer new services or products, open businesses together, wholesale from one another,

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Vietnam Soldier Dog Tag Returned to His Family

3 years ago
QUINCY - Fifty-four years after United States Marine Corps Corporal David Gary Redenius made the ultimate sacrifice for his nation, his dog tag will be returned to his sisters Carolyne Redenius and Beverly Warning after being found by Canadian educator and tourist Christian Dumont. Corporal David Gary Redenius, United States Marine of Hancock County, served in the 3rd Marine Division, 1st Battalion, 9th Marines, “Charlie” Company. He lost his life at Khe Sanh SW of Hill 689 on April 16, 1968 at the age of 20 and is the recipient of the Purple Heart. His remains were returned to his family in Quincy, Illinois where he was laid to rest. The efforts of this unit, referred to as the “Walking Dead,” earned its place in Marine Corps history. Fifty-four years later, on a visit to Vietnam, Christian Dumont discovered a dog tag in the dust of Hill 689. His research revealed that Corporal Redenius was from Hancock County, Illinois. Mr. Dumont reached out to the Illinois

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Illinois Goes Orange For Work Zone Awareness Week

3 years ago
SPRINGFIELD – Bridges and buildings throughout the state are once again turning orange for National Work Zone Awareness Week and to honor those who have died in work zones as another road construction season gets underway in Illinois and across the country. “The color orange has come to symbolize that we all can play a role in making work zones safer and driving down the number of fatalities to zero,” said Illinois Transportation Secretary Omer Osman. “The effort to ‘Go Orange’ each year is gaining momentum. We deeply appreciate the contributions of our partners to help save lives.” Among the participants that will be turning their lights orange at night: Peoria’s Murray Baker Bridge. Quincy’s Bayview Bridge. Rockford’s Morgan Street Bridge. Rockford City Hall. Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront. Rock Island’s Centennial St. Bridge. Interstate 74 Mississippi River Bridge in the Quad Cities In 2020, the most

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The Puffy, Fluffy Bao

3 years ago

The Fun Bun Tempting though it was to name this post “Bao, Wow!” or even “Holy Bao,” I resisted the temptation. On the restaurant website, the place is called The Bao. But whatever it’s called, their white, puffy, steamed buns are scrumptious and addictive. Huffington Post referred to the Asian delicacy as, “the best sandwich you’ve... 

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Jean Carnahan