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Calvary Baptist Church and Calvary Christian School Invites Community to Join Fall Events

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ALTON - Calvary Baptist Church and Calvary Christian School are eager for a season of new events and activities. Wade Dobson and Mike Harrelson expressed their excitement for the “fall kickoff” this weekend with their “Home at Calvary” events on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. The church plans to resume many of their services and groups this week. Additionally, Calvary Christian School is continuing to grow, and they can’t wait to share their mission. “We’re just really looking forward to kind of kicking back in gear after Labor Day and the official end of summer,” Dobson said. “We’re just very excited with everything that's happening with the school. We just look forward to continuing to grow that.” The fun begins on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, with Calvary’s monthly men’s breakfast. For $5, men are invited to enjoy breakfast, conversation and testimonies at 8 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month at

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Gov. Pritzker Informs Public Of Trump Administration's Plans To Deploy Fed Agents To Chicago

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CHICAGO - Today, Governor JB Pritzker hosted a press conference with Mayor Brandon Johnson, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Attorney General Kwame Raoul, and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton to inform the public about Trump’s imminent plans for immigration enforcement and national guard deployments in Chicago and the surrounding region. “None of this is about fighting crime or making Chicago safer. For Trump, it’s about testing his power and producing a political drama to cover up his corruption,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “We are ready to fight troop deployments in court and we will do everything possible to ensure that agents operating inside the confines of this state do so in a legal and ethical manner.” During the press conference, Governor Pritzker emphasized four key pieces of information: ? ? Trump is currently positioning armed federal agents on federal property in the Chicago region; ? Trump will send unidentified

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Eating with the Rhythm of Nature: Unlocking the Health Benefits of Autumn's Bounty

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Did you know that incorporating just a few seasonal fruits and vegetables into your diet can significantly improve nutrient intake and support your immune system? Eating foods at their peak not only enhances flavor but also maximizes the health benefits they offer. Autumn, often overlooked as a season for fresh produce, actually presents a unique array of nutrient-dense foods that can bolster well-being in profound ways. Nutritional Powerhouses of Autumn Autumn’s harvest is rich in a variety of fruits and vegetables that are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Root vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots, and beets are high in fiber and beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A. This nutrient is crucial for maintaining healthy skin, vision, and immune function. Pumpkins and squashes, iconic to the season, provide an abundance of vitamin C and potassium. Vitamin C supports immune defense and collagen production, while potassium helps regulate blood pressure

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This Day in History on September 3: American Revolutionary War Ends

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September 3rd holds a significant place in world history, marked by events that shaped nations, cultures, and the course of global affairs. Looking back, September 3rd, 1783, was pivotal for the United States as the Treaty of Paris was signed, officially ending the American Revolutionary War. This treaty recognized American independence from Great Britain and set the boundaries for the new nation. The successful conclusion of the war and the treaty's signing empowered the fledgling United States to embark on its journey as an independent country, shaping the democratic ideals that would influence many other nations in the centuries to follow. In the realm of exploration, September 3rd, 1522, is remembered as the day when the remnants of Ferdinand Magellan's expedition returned to Spain, completing the first circumnavigation of the Earth. Though Magellan himself did not survive the entire journey, this monumental achievement proved that the globe could be circumnavigated by sea, expanding

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