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10/15/2026 · Mountain Grove
The Quiet Power of What You Let In
William James had a wonderfully blunt theory of attention: your life is not shaped merely by what happens, but by what you consent to notice. That idea can change the way you spend the next hour.
Your $18,000 “Down Payment” Is Actually Three Different Jobs
A reader has savings, credit-card debt, retirement FOMO, and a dream of buying a home soon. The uncomfortable answer: that money cannot do everything at once.
10/08/2026
The Budget Is Not Broken—Your Plan Is Too Polite
Three readers confront the money problems we all pretend will solve themselves. Spoiler: your credit card, emergency fund, and retirement account are not impressed by good intentions.
10/08/2026
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View allLa Grange Kicks Off Planning for Memorial Day Parade; Community Participation Encouraged
Memorial Day Parade Planning Underway The City of La Grange is beginning the planning process for our annual Memorial Day Parade. This important event serves to honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We encourage all community members, local organizations, businesses, and veterans' groups to consider participating in this year's parade. Your involvement helps make this a meaningful tribute. Further details regarding the parade date, time, route, and registration for participation will be announced in the coming weeks. Please check back regularly for updates. Let us come together as a community to remember and honor our heroes.
City Commission Meets June 15th to Discuss Park Upgrades, Downtown Plans
The agenda for the City Commission Meeting scheduled for Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers is as follows: 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes from previous meeting 3. Old Business: Park Improvement Project Update 4. New Business: Downtown Revitalization Discussion 5. Public Comment 6. Adjournment
La Grange Farmer's Market Kicks Off May 4th - Every Saturday!
Get ready for fresh produce, baked goods, and local crafts! The La Grange Farmer's Market is back for the season, starting Saturday, May 4th. The market will be held every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Central Park. We look forward to seeing you there!
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