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The Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon recently recognized member Chuck Alphin from the Boys and Girls Club of St. Charles County as a part of its quarterly Community Recognition Program where Kiwanis members honor members who make a difference in the local area. Chuck was honored for his endeavors in bettering the lives of local children.

Fulfilling a need that few knew existed, the Albert Pujols Wellness Center for Adults with Down Syndrome has done nothing but grow since its inception 10 years ago.

To meet energy-saving guidelines, water temperatures used in home washers have been declining, to well below 60°C [140°F]. That cooler water makes them less lethal to pathogens.

When it comes to asking a teenager to do something, a parent’s tone of voice is key to whether or not he or she will cooperate, according to a new study.

Tibor Miklos visits the United States every two years to speak to schools and churches about his Christian organization called the Bartimeus Foundation in Budapest, Hungary. Through the organization, he and his team work with communities in Hungary, Romania and surrounding areas to help provide both daily necessities and faith-based needs. Miklos' most recent visit was to Christian High in O'Fallon.

By WENDY TODD Food worth traveling for – that’s what Favazza’s has consistently delivered since opening in 1978. John Favazza, who owns and operates the restaurant with his brother, Tony, knows what draws customers from throughout the region – whether from St. Louis, St. Charles or Illinois. “It’s customer service. You can have the best food in the world, but if you don’t have someone who’s greeting you, serving you and evaluating your needs, you won’t return. All these things go into creating a great dining experience,” John said. Though attentive customer service has been fundamental to Favazza’s’ success since ...

Every November, Bladder Health Awareness Month brings a national focus to bladder problems like incontinence, which becomes a major health issue as people age – especially among women. Often due to a common condition called overactive bladder [OAB], incontinence and the physical and mental discomfort that go with it impact millions of women of all ages, but mainly those over 50.

Planning a perfect party is easier said than done. To skip the stress, here are some tips and tricks from local entertainment blogger Julie Blanner.

In total, Pheasant Point raised over $20,000 from its 2019 Walk-a-Thon, an annual fundraiser where students use physical activity as a means to promote school spirit.

At an Oct. 16 ribbon cutting and reveal, NFL player Pierre Desir returned to his former high school, Francis Howell Central, whose new fitness center was made possible through his generosity.