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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 at its core is a way

Twin City Area Optimist Club
Some words, phrases and concepts just speak to me. I was originally invited to attend a Twin City Area Optimist Club meeting to learn more

Brenden’s Friday Backpacks, Bringing Weekend Nourishment
Brenden’s Friday Backpacks is an impressive local non-profit organization. The creation, implementation, and mission is the epitome of an itty-bitty idea making a real big

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

Surprise Serendipity at Savannah’s
Within your busy, bustling schedule, do you leave space for serendipity? Do you leave margin for mini miracles to unfold within your day? Doing so

Ode Main & Mill, My Love Letter Before StreetFest
Oh Main & Mill, how I adore all that you are. From your historic and charming energy to your flavorful and fulfilling meals. From your

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 realize how potent the embodiment of

Contributing Counts
Our family loves OurFESTUS-area community and loves our local community theater group: Spotlight Community Theatre…not only because of the opportunities on stage and behind the

Welcome Home to Tree of Life
SHARE: Our customers desire to decorate their homes with unique home decor and furniture. By sourcing items from several local artists and small American businesses,

For the Love of Music
Last night was an evening full of pride, honoring a school year of commitment and teamwork. Festus Intermediate music students had the opportunity to showcase

Nicole: Find Your Voice
In this vulnerable episode, local resident, Nicole Tucker Ingram, shares a tender glimpse through her journey of finding her own voice as a woman in

Carmelita Davidson’s Daily Dozen
A surprise tribute to the compassionate Carmelita Davidson! Since I have been intentional about having conversations with local leaders, one name kept coming up over

APB Storage is Your Local Storage Solution!
SHARE: We offer self-storage options for people or businesses who need a place to store their items. This industry is centered around people who are

The People Behind The Back to the 80’s, Back to School 5-K Run
While this particular event has now passed, here were the details on what it was all about, who was involved, and why: The Hillsboro Chamber

Happy Holidays From MyFAMILY and MyFESTUS
Happy Holidays From MyFAMILY and MyFESTUS to You and Yours! Audrey, Sara, Evita & Dayton in 2023. Photo by Honey & The Bee Photography. Wishing