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by Eric Schmid, STL Mag Two years after the launch of an initiative to link the region to Central and South America, new companies with no previous ties to St.…

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Did you know that the global candle market is expected to reach over $13 billion by 2027? A significant portion of this demand comes from consumers seeking unique, personalized scents that enhance their living spaces. Among these, fall-scented candles hold a special place, evoking warmth and comfort through carefully blended aromas. Instead of purchasing mass-produced options, making your own fall-scented candles allows you to customize fragrances to your preference, control ingredients, and engage in a rewarding creative process. Understanding the Appeal of Fall Scents Fall scents often combine notes that evoke the essence of harvest, spice, and woodsy undertones. Popular aromas include cinnamon, clove, pumpkin, vanilla, apple, and cedarwood. These fragrances do more than just smell pleasant; they can influence mood by creating a sense of familiarity and relaxation. Studies in aromatherapy suggest that certain scents, such as cinnamon and vanilla, can reduce stress and improve cognitive

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Did you know that leaves can retain their brilliant colors for months when preserved correctly, allowing you to enjoy nature’s artistry long after they’ve fallen? While the fleeting beauty of autumn leaves is often admired outdoors, the ability to immortalize these vibrant hues can transform simple foliage into lasting home décor, craft projects, or even gifts. Preserving fall leaves is both an art and a science, combining careful selection, proper techniques, and a bit of patience. Understanding Why Leaves Change Color Before diving into preservation, it’s useful to understand what makes fall foliage so captivating. Leaves turn shades of red, orange, yellow, and purple due to the breakdown of chlorophyll, revealing underlying pigments like carotenoids and anthocyanins. These pigments, however, are delicate and prone to fading and curling once the leaf detaches from the tree. Preservation methods aim to maintain the leaf’s shape, color, and texture,

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October 20 is a date that has witnessed a variety of significant historical events across the globe. Looking back, October 20 has been a date of many significant historical moments. In 1803, the United States Senate ratified the Louisiana Purchase treaty, doubling the size of the young nation and setting the stage for westward expansion. This acquisition from France added approximately 828,000 square miles of territory, dramatically reshaping the geopolitical landscape of North America and influencing the cultural and economic trajectory of the country. Fast forward to 1944, during World War II, the Battle of Leyte Gulf began in the Philippines. This battle is considered one of the largest naval battles in history and was a decisive victory for the Allied forces. It effectively crippled the Japanese Navy and paved the way for the liberation of the Philippines from Japanese occupation. The battle’s scale and strategic importance had a lasting impact on the Pacific theater and

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Despite its USA-centric title, Green Day's American Idiot still did big numbers across the pond.The punk outfit's 2004 opus has been named the best-selling rock album of the 21st century in the…

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Missouri has lost nearly 1.6 million pounds of food aid since May due to sudden cuts to a federal program that buys food from U.S. farmers and sends it to food banks across the country. That’s 146,400 pounds of cheese, 433,070 pounds of canned and frozen chicken, 1.2 million eggs, 38,250 gallons of milk, 120,000 […]

Get ready for a swashbuckling adventure at the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station! We’re thrilled to announce the return of Pirates and Pumpkins—a fun-filled event where buccaneers of all […]

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The Circle in the Square Quilters presents the Quintessential Quilt 2025 exhibit at the University City Public Library October 3 - October 27, 2025. Sixty quilts – traditional, contemporary, and […]

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(The Center Square) – Washington has become synonymous with polarization between Republicans and Democrats.Yet, legislation that would bar elected officials from owning stocks reveals an additional fault line: supporters tend to be affluent white-collar professionals, while opponents made their millions…

The Osbourne family has lost another member.One of the family's dogs, Elvis, has died, Sharon Osbourne shared in an Instagram post Sunday."I can't believe I am posting this but my…

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Nearly 5,000 acres of land will be removed from public use as part of the government shutdown

District 3 is investigating a shooting amongst two men that left them both injured on October 19, 2025 in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood. Just before 1:15 p.m., officers received a call about shots being fired and a ShotSpotter notification in the 4200 block of S. Compton. Upon arriving, they located a scene of a shooting; […]

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As Sheriff Alfred Montgomery faces federal charges and jail, Missouri and St. Louis officials are fighting over who gets to replace him.