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Jan 13 2026CELEBRITIES

The Life of Desmond Scott: A Closer Look

Desmond Scott is a man who has been in the public eye due to his marriage to influencer Kristy Scott. The couple, who had been together for over a decade, recently announced their separation. The news came as a surprise to many, as they had celebrated their 10-year anniversary just a year prior. De

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Jan 10 2026HEALTH

Understanding and Boosting Your Desire

Desire is a tricky thing. It's not like a switch you can just flip on. Many people think it should be that easy, but it's not. Desire is influenced by so many things. It's not just about physical health. It's also about emotions, relationships, and even small things that might irritate you. Experts

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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

Speeding Up Health Checks: New Tech Comes to Illinois

Riverside Healthcare is bringing in fresh imaging tech to Illinois. This move aims to make health checks quicker and easier for patients. The new tech is part of a team-up with CIVIE, a company that helps run radiology services. This isn't just about new machines. It's about making the whole proces

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

Destin's Smart Savings: How Small Changes Add Up to Big Money

Destin is making some smart moves to save money. They found ways to cut costs across different city departments. The library saved around $12, 000 by canceling unused subscriptions. Human Resources saved about $50, 000 by fixing worker classifications and changing how they hire people. The city is

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Dec 04 2025WEATHER

Staying Safe in the Deep Freeze: Des Moines' Plan to Beat the Cold

Des Moines is getting ready for a serious cold snap. The Extreme Temperature Plan was turned on early Sunday, November 30. The weather is expected to be so cold that it might break records from the 1800s. Iowa could be the coldest state in the country early on December 4. The National Weather Servi

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Dec 01 2025CRIME

The Struggle to Leave the Past Behind

Desistance, the process of leaving a life of crime, is often seen as a straightforward journey. However, it's far from simple. It's more like a winding road with many obstacles. This is especially true for those trying to leave gangs or drug-related activities. A recent study looked at a Swedish pro

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Kankakee's Riverside Medical Center Expands Mental Health Care

Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee is investing $28 million to revamp its behavioral health department. This two-year project aims to modernize and expand the facility, which currently serves around 60 patients. The hospital plans to keep the department running during construction. Funding for th

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Riverside's Glowing Holiday Tradition Lights Up the Season

Riverside's Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is gearing up for its annual "Festival of Lights, " a beloved event that transforms downtown Riverside into a winter wonderland. This year, the festival kicks off the weekend before Thanksgiving, marking a shift from its previous start date. The celebration will f

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Nov 21 2025BUSINESS

A Mall's Fight to Kick Out a VR Gaming Venue

Destiny USA, a huge mall in Syracuse, New York, is in a legal battle with a virtual reality gaming company. The mall wants to evict Zero Latency, a VR gaming venue, because its lease ended a while ago. The mall says Zero Latency should have left by the end of summer, but the company is still there.

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Nov 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Festive Fun at Riverside Theatre: A Holiday Tradition

Riverside Theatre has long been a hub for holiday cheer on the Treasure Coast. For many years, the Festival of Trees/Winterfest marked the start of the festive season. This event brought together families, artists, and community members to celebrate the holidays in style. The festival was a feast f

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