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Here are 5 things to do different to beat Holiday stress and enjoy togetherness

Theresa Bedford Wealth of Geeks A recent survey conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA) revealed that nearly 90% of people experience stress during the holiday season. Despite being known as the most wonderful time of the year, the holidays spark stress, high expectations, and exhaustion for many people. The survey found that spending too…

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The Grinch visits Stonington

STONGINTON — In keeping with the holiday spirit, the Stonington Library decorated with a Whoville holiday theme this year. And a certain green Grinch stopped by to help put up – or hinder? – the holiday displays. Submitted Photos

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FBI chief makes fresh pitch for spy program renewal and says it’d be ‘devastating’ if it lapsed

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, questions FBI Director Christopher Wray during a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) By ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — FBI Director Christopher Wray called Tuesday for the reauthorization of a U.S. government surveillance tool set to expire at…

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Stonington to update village ordinances 

Elizabeth Wood, Breeze-Courier reporter STONINGTON–The village of Stonington held a board meeting on November 20, 2023 in the town hall to discuss changes to zoning ordinances in Chapter 11.  Following discussion on Chapter 11, Zoning Village of Stonington, Article 20, Section 11.2007, the following changes will be made: Sub-section E will be renamed to “storing…

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Transparency, support takes those struggling from a victim mindset to victor, leading to positive changes for our community

Many times, we talk about community recovery after a terrible storm. What about community recovery after addiction? The kind of recovery that will last for generations. What if our community could be open and honest enough to ask itself some hard questions and examine our behaviors? Too many times, I’ve seen those who think sharing…

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MB Construction LLC

NOTICE TO DISADVANTAGED BUSINESSES MB Construction, L.L.C., 22614 State Hwy 16, Monticello, MO 63457, (573-767-1255) is seeking disadvantaged businesses for the Lead Service Line Replacement project for subcontracting opportunities in the following areas: concrete, grading, seeding, and mulch.  All qualified disadvantage businesses should contact in writing (certified letter, return received requested) to Brian Murphy to…

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF COMMISSIONERS PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the commissioners of the below districts will be holding their annual meetings at the offices of Kyle Emkes, 2102 Windsor Place #1, Champaign IL, 61820 at the indicated dates and times. Union Drainage District Ricks & Rountree #3 November 7, 2023 4:00 PM…

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MB Construction, LLC

NOTICE TO DISADVANTAGED BUSINESSES MB Construction, L.L.C., 22614 State Hwy 16, Monticello, MO 63457, (573-767-1255) is seeking disadvantaged businesses for the Lead Service Line Replacement project for subcontracting opportunities in the following areas: concrete, grading, seeding, and mulch.  All qualified disadvantage businesses should contact in writing (certified letter, return received requested) to Brian Murphy to…

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