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Certainty and Curiosity – A Calming Combo

Certainty and curiosity are quite a powerful and paradoxical pair of emotions.  The older I get, the more I...

Understanding Hunger: A Conversation with the Ozark Food Pantry

Summary In this 26 minute episode of the MyFESTUS.com Conversation Show, host Sara engages with Lynnsie and Alicia from...

The Depth of The Dapper Duo

Looks can be deceiving. It is easy to judge anything, or anyone, by their appearance. Many of us have preconceived notions about, well, most...

The Busy Bee of Festus: Alicia V in the Community!

Summary In this 22 minute episode of MyFESTUS.com Conversations, host Sara welcomes Alicia Vazquez, a dynamic figure in the...

Culture and Culinary Connections in Our Community

Summary In this 32 minute episode of MyFESTUS.com Conversations, host Sara engages with Luke Tetrault from Taytro’s, Petit Paree,...

A Custom Charcuterie of Insurance Solutions

  Summary In this 20 minute episode of MyFESTUS.com Conversations, host Sara engages with Lynnsie Kerperien from Custom Insurance...

Kind Kami: Empowering Women Through Storytelling

Summary In this 20 minute episode of MyFESTUS.com Conversations, host Sara speaks with Kami Kimes about her journey and...

Women Empowering Women Event

Learn more about the recent: Women Empowering Women Event – BUSINESS WOMEN’S GROUP OF JEFFERSON COUNTY on:  ~ Thursday, January 30, 2025 ~ **...

Historic Tanglefoot Association (HTA)

✨Are you someone who likes to be “in-the-know” and included? ✨Do you love hearing insider-information first? ✨Do you become...

A Season To Savor

In mid-December, many of us are feeling a bit overwhelmed. Bustling to-do, to-buy, to-get, to-make, to-wrap lists seem never...

A Conversation with Courtney on Community Theatre

A Conversation with Courtney on Community Theatre: We had SO much to talk about, we had to break this...

Interview with Local Entrepreneur and Music Therapist: Dustin Politte-Bender, Owner of Positive Note Music Therapy

Within the busyness of the holiday season, it can sometimes be difficult to connect. Perhaps music can help? “Music...

Spotlight Community Theatre: Creating Magic, One Show at a Time!

May I shine the SPOTLIGHT on the BEST, most fun and creative community nonprofit organization: Spotlight Community Theatre. Am I biased about this group...

Anxiety Cannot Exist When…

Enjoy listening to this itty-bitty 6-minute podcast episode: Podcast Summary In this short and sweet solo podcast episode, Sara...

Keeping Families Connected, One Visit at a Time

Shining the light on All For Family, Keeping Families Connected, One Visit at a Time: Learn more about the...

First Responders Respond to Family Needs with Jeffco Shop with a Cop: a Conversation with Captain Lewis Pippin

Enjoy listening to, and watching, this 20-minute MyFESTUS.com Conversations Episode: First Responders Respond to Family Needs with Jeffco Shop...

Feel Good at Frankie Gianino’s

This time of year, with the holiday season upon us, it can bring up many conflicting feelings, personal to...

MCB – Mary Catherine Baragary, Making Connections Beneficial 

Thank you to Mary Catherine Baragary (MCB) for being my guest as a phenomenal presenter at our local Twin City Area Optimist Club at...

Carmelita Davidson’s Daily Dozen

A surprise tribute to the compassionate Carmelita Davidson! Since I have been intentional about having conversations with local leaders,...

Ozark Food Pantry: It is Our Job to Feed People

Ozark Food Pantry: It is Our Job to Feed People We provide healthy nutritious food & necessities to those...

Friends

Meet local, brave entrepreneurs, courageous businesses, unique individuals and compassionate nonprofit organizations who are intentionally creating positive impacts in our community.

Food

Learn about local restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and establishments offering an array of atmospheres and delights for your tastebuds. Whether you are an experienced foodie, or someone who is curious to try something new, you will be surprised at all the delicious dining options in OurFESTUS area.

Fun

Discover the beauty in our local parks and places that provide amusing activities for yourself, family and friends. Find out where to go for your next family fun day, date night or when you are craving some solo reflection time. Smile and laugh as you read stories from many entertaining blog posts.

Mind

Refueling and recharging your mind is important. Stop here to check in with yourself while you explore tools to help you heal and grow. Find encouragement and support to improve your mental well-being and emotional resilience.

Community

We all need to feel a sense of belonging. There is power in connecting and collaborating with others to nourish this need. Celebrate the culture that lives within our Festus-area community while learning how you can be more authentically connected.

Services

Explore the local services that help make life easier. From pet sitting and errand running; to photographers, elder help and more, this section shines the light on those who have a special, valuable service to offer.

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