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Trump Child Care Proposal Funds Stay-At-Home Parents

Family September 10, 2026September 8, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Trump administration has drafted a proposal to pay some stay-at-home parents with federal child care funds.

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European Pet Populations Far Exceed Children Under 15

Family August 17, 2026August 12, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Pets now significantly outnumber children under the age of 15 in homes across Europe. Nearly half of all European households have a pet.

Thayer’s Back To School Drive Will Be Monday, August 10th

Family August 6, 2026July 28, 2026 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

Thayer, Missouri, is once again having its back to school drive, with this year the day falling on August 11, 2026.

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Governor Kehoe Signs Born Alive Act Into State Law

Family July 16, 2026July 14, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed into law on Monday legislation that enacts the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act.

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Missouri Voters Face Crucial Abortion Ballot Measure

Family July 14, 2026July 8, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

A Jackson County judge recently struck down most of Missouri’s abortion safety regulations. Voters will address the issue directly this fall.

250th anniversary potluck celebration in Alton, Mo on July 5, 2026. One of the tables with food.

Happening Now: America’s 250th Potluck on the Square

Family July 5, 2026July 5, 2026 TJ Thomas 0 Comments

Things are already getting busy down on the court square this morning as we set up for the Alton 250 Community Potluck. The desserts are already arriving, and they are definitely tempting us early! A Big Celebration Means a Big Setup America’s 250th birthday is finally here! Because folks do not even need to live […]

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Details For The Alton 250 Potluck Coming Up On July 5th

Family June 17, 2026June 17, 2026 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton 250 Community Potluck is coming up quickly on July 5, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know about the potluck.

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Trump Admin Launches Moms.Gov for New and Expecting Mothers

Family May 13, 2026May 11, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

On Mother’s Day, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launched Moms.gov, a groundbreaking website for new and expecting mothers.

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Eat Your Veggies! (And Other Things Mom Was Right About)

Family May 9, 2026May 6, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Science is catching up to what she seemed to know all along. Simple, everyday habits can shape our long-term health in powerful ways.

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Baby Foods Found To Not Be As Healthy As Should Be

Family March 21, 2026March 17, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Researchers find most baby food sold in U.S. grocery stores is ultra-processed. Additives are the number one ingredient in many baby foods.

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Legislators Revive ‘Personhood’ Amendment Protecting Fetuses

Family March 16, 2026March 9, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Congress is examining where life begins, clarifying that a person is one with a unique DNA, regardless of age or whether in the womb.

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Gov Kehoe Announces ‘A Home For Every Child’ Initiative

Family February 19, 2026February 14, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Gov Kehoe and the Missouri Dept of Soc. Svcs. Children’s Division announced participation in the “A Home for Every Child” initiative,

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