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Happy/Merry First Day of School
Today is the first day of school for the students at Festus R-VI School District. The first day of school is similar to holidays in

Interview with Festus Resident: Andy Held, a Leader Who Holds Space for All of Us
With the 9th Anniversary of the Tuesday Night Ride event, and many more fun upcoming events, I wanted to shine the light on someone you

Create a Community Feeling at The Common Ground
Community is not just a group of people, it is an energy, a feeling, and a vibe of connection. Community is something the people build.

L. E. Crafts Ceramic Studio in Crystal City, MO
L.E. may stand for the initials of Lisa Ellison, who owns the DYI ceramic paint studio in Crystal City; however, after spending time within her

Move Your Meal Outside & Enjoy LIVE Music at Main & Mill
Recently Main & Mill Brewing Company declared on their Facebook Page: “Coming soon to a patio near you! We will have live music on our

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 to discuss the importance of tailored

The Meaning Behind Share, Connect, and Support
Have you ever wondered WHY I consistently use the words: SHARE, CONNECT & SUPPORT within everything I do? LISTEN to this short, 6-minute, itty-bitty bit

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 in need who cannot afford them.

Fall in Love at LaChance Vineyards
LaChance Vineyards is THE destination in DeSoto, Missouri to relax, unwind, and fall in love with your life, and serenity. I believe in creating a

Senior Care Solutions – Redefining Senior Living One Home at a Time
SHARE: Senior Care Solutions, privately owned and operated, provides temporary or long-term services to Elders in a setting that looks and feels like their own

Teaser
A teaser is short and sweet, leaving one salivating for more. A teaser is a treat, a taste, an itty-bitty preview of what it is

The Puzzling Paradox of a Storm
When a community is hit with a storm, like what the Festus, Missouri area experienced this last weekend, an ironic dynamic between a break and

Discovering Our County, One Walk/Ride at a Time
Andy Held and Scott Seek have been partners in their advocacy for the community, cycling, and many other endeavors. Learn more about them on the

Happy/Merry First Day of School
Today is the first day of school for the students at Festus R-VI School District. The first day of school is similar to holidays in

Break Out of a Boxed In Escape Room
MTV…the “Music” television network influenced the lives of at least three generations of teenagers and young adults. Most Gen X-ers, Millennials, and Gen Z-er’s are