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Nov 10 2025LIFESTYLE

Light Up the Streets: St. Charles Christmas Parade Calls for Participants

St. Charles is gearing up for its annual Electric Christmas Parade, and the call for participants has been extended. The deadline to apply is now November 12, giving more groups a chance to join the festive fun. This event is a great opportunity for local businesses, community groups, and nonprofits

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Nov 05 2025LIFESTYLE

Greenville's Holiday Fun and New Spots to Explore

Greenville is buzzing with new spots and events to check out. The Judson Mill District is kicking off a holiday market inspired by "The Polar Express. " Every Thursday to Saturday, from November 6 to December 20, you can find festive decorations, local vendors, and fun activities inside the Annex Bu

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Nov 02 2025BUSINESS

Honoring Local Champions: A Day of Gratitude and Fun

In a show of appreciation, a major rural retailer organized a special day to honor local heroes across the nation. Over 2, 300 stores hosted events to celebrate military personnel, veterans, and first responders. Each store gave $500 to a nearby fire, police, or veteran group, adding up to more than

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Nov 01 2025RELIGION

A Weekend of Faith and Fun in Baton Rouge

This weekend, Baton Rouge is buzzing with events that blend faith, learning, and community. Let's dive in! First up, there's a virtual conference happening from November 17th to 19th. It's all about promoting health within African American communities. Experts from different fields will talk about

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Nov 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Drag Queen Story Time: Building Community and Representation in Saginaw

In a lively turn of events, the Hoyt Library in Saginaw hosted a unique Halloween Drag Queen Story Hour, bringing together families and children for an afternoon of stories and fun. The event, held on October 29th, featured Dahlia Rivers, a local drag queen, who read four children's books to an eage

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Oct 30 2025LIFESTYLE

Toms River Swaps Trick-or-Treat Day for Better Weather

Toms River has decided to move trick-or-treating from October 30 to November 1. This change comes because of a weather forecast that predicts wind and rain on the original date. The goal is to make sure kids and families have a safer and more enjoyable time. The annual Halloween parade, which is on

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Oct 27 2025HEALTH

Yorkville Welcomes New Health Hub with a Bang

A new health center has just opened in Yorkville, and it's not your typical doctor's office. CMR Health Group is all about treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. They're big on figuring out what's really causing your health issues and then tailoring a plan just for you. This place is pac

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Oct 27 2025BUSINESS

New Faces and Fresh Plans in Springfield

Springfield is buzzing with new developments and milestones. A popular coffee shop, 7 Brew, recently opened its doors in Republic. They kicked things off with a special event, raising over $12, 000 for Convoy of Hope. Customers got to pay what they wanted for certain menu items during the opening we

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Oct 17 2025RELIGION

A Day of Faith and Celebration in Rosedale and Ethel

In Rosedale, a special gathering is happening at the Church of the Nativity. It's a chance to learn and grow spiritually. On November 1st, from 10 a. m. to noon, Deacon Charles deGravelles will lead a retreat. The focus? Deepening one's spiritual life. Think of it as a workshop for the soul. The re

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Oct 11 2025RELIGION

Community Events: Sales, Donations, and Learning Opportunities

In Denham Springs, St. Francis Episcopal Church is hosting a big garage sale. It's happening on October 17th and 18th, from 7 a. m. to 3 p. m. each day. You can find all sorts of stuff there: clothes, toys, home decor, tools, and more. The money raised goes to support the church's work in the commun

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