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Wildfires are an increasing threat, but with the right precautions, homeowners can significantly reduce their risk. Through the Firewise program, local communities are learning to create defensible spaces around their homes, which can be the difference between survival and disaster. By clearing flammable debris and following expert guidelines, residents can not only protect their properties but also assist firefighters in their efforts. Small actions, such as maintaining a 6 to 10-foot safety zone, can have a huge impact on preventing the loss of homes during wildfires. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Denise Elliott, State Farm Agent and Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings.
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Oil prices fell on Wednesday, on expectations the political dispute that has halted Libyan exports may be resolved and concerns over lower global demand growth.
![Our Daily Show! Ft. TJ Callahan, Chain Gang, Grafton Art Gallery, Paul Nicolussi, and more! [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307986_0_6717jpg.jpg)
WE ARE IN BUSINESS on this Monday Morning in the Heart of the Riverbend! We are starting the day off with the Mayor of South Roxana- Tj Callahan. Tj will join us for an in-depth conversation regarding an incident that occurred a few weeks ago. Plus Mayor Callahan will fill us in on the growth South Roxana has seen, and his plans for the coming years. Rusty Wheat joins us at 9:20! Rusty will be filling us on on the latest surrounding the Chain Gang! Rusty will also fill us in on his Earth Day Clean-Up and ways we can be a part of it! At 10:10 we are talking with Paula Jameson the Art Director & Curator for The Grafton Art Gallery! Paula will fill us in on the progress being made to get the gallery open, the journey it’s been, and of course, ways we can support it once it is open! Then at 10:35, we are talking with Madison County Board MemberPaul Nicolussi!Paul is serving his first term as a County Board member for District 23, which serves portions of Collinsville and Maryville. He will join us to talk about his platform and the work he has done. We will also talk with Paul about the primary process in the County!
![“Women’s Build Day” aims to empower home-building women [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307959_0_90.png)
Helena Area Habitat for Humanity is looking for 40 women volunteers to work alongside women who are building their own homes to provide a better future for their families.
![RBGA Celebrates Elsah General Store [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307920_0_3320jpg.jpg)
The Elsah General Store, now starting its fourth year of business, has been recognized by the River Bend Growth Association for the store’s ongoing service to the community.
![‘Women’s Build Day’ aims to empower women who are building their own homes [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307872_0_90.jpg)
Helena Area Habitat for Humanity is looking for 40 women volunteers to work alongside women who are building their own homes to provide a better future for their families.
![RBGA Cuts Ribbon for Smart Style Hair Care [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307785_0_3132jpg.jpg)
On Thursday September 28 the RiverBend Growth Association held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the grand reopening, under local ownership, of Smart Style Hair Salon inside the Walmart at 610 Wesley Drive, Suite A in Wood River, Illinois. The Riverbend Growth Association (RBGA) is the chamber of commerce and economic development organization for the communities of the Riverbend. The RBGA promotes the cause of its member business on a local, state and national basis, organizes events for its members to mix with each other, host prominent speaker presentations and much more.Not a member of the regions most dynamic Chamber of Commerce? Contact Trish about membership at 618-467-2280 or send her an email at tholmes@growthassociation.com. To make an appointment call: 618-258-8229Smart Style Hair Salon 610 Wesley Drive (inside Wood River Walmart) Suite A Wood River, IL 62095 618-258-8229
![Mamta Bhatt Was ‘Crying for Help,’ Says Co-Worker. Now, Husband Is Under Arrest [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307770_0_MamtaBhatt09032432fb668b08ba6410fb566893b283f03ffjpg.jpg)
Mamta Kafle Bhatt, 28, was reported missing by her husband Naresh Bhatt on Aug. 5.
![Samsung electric oven recall in Canada [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307693_0_samsungovenrecall170243501725414083231jpg.jpg)
Hundreds of thousands of Samsung electric ranges recalled in Canada over fire hazard.
![The Life Coaching Blueprint – Jake Ducey [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307663_0_AmbraBrantjpg.jpg)
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![Police search for cat thief after rescue stolen from Petco in Longmont [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307615_0_da8eae7810188d2eb4cf0e7b6fac8021.jpg)
The search is on for a cat stolen from Petco in Longmont.
![Innovating API Recommendations: A Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Techniques [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_307588_0_machinelearningjpg.jpg)
API recommendation systems powered by machine learning are transforming how developers find APIs, offering personalized suggestions through collaborative filtering, content-based techniques, deep learning, and graph-based methods.