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Thursday, May 02, 2013  More than a dozen students, staff and parents from Washington School donated hair to the Pantene Beautiful lengths project Thursday.

Thursday, December 27, 2012  The average number of people seeking unemployment benefits over the past month fell to the lowest level since March 2008, a sign that the job market is healing.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  U.S. shoppers spent cautiously this holiday season, a disappointment for retailers who slashed prices to lure people into stores and now must hope for a post-Christmas burst of spending.

Monday, December 24, 2012  Christmas shoppers thronged malls and pounced on discounts but apparently spent less this year, their spirits dampened by concerns about the economy and the aftermath of shootings and storms.

Saturday, October 13, 2012  Girl Scout troop 6780 members earned their Gold Award by working to get Girl Scout manuals published in Braille.

Friday, February 24, 2012  Consumer confidence is on the rise nationwide. People are more optimistic about their finances and are spending more. But what's the situation in the Tri-States?

Friday, November 25, 2011  US holiday shopping season brings shoppers out early for deals, but will they stay?

Thursday, November 10, 2011  Lagging economy has baby boomers working longer and postponing retirement.

Tuesday, September 07, 2010  Illinois voters don't have a lot of confidence in state government, and their outlook about the federal government isn't much better.

Thursday, May 27, 2010  Stocks had another turnaround Thursday and rocketed higher after China reassured investors it doesn't plan to sell the European debt it holds.

Friday, May 21, 2010  “Every day in 28 Missouri counties, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri helps girls develop courage, confidence and character,” said Mary Ann Altergott, newly elected board chair for GSEM, the premier leadership development organization for girls.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010  Union members with the Hannibal Fire Department have taken a no confidence vote against suspended chief Tim Carter.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009  Economy's rebound not as strong as first thought, while consumer confidence remains weak

Tuesday, August 25, 2009  Stocks finish higher as investors cheer improvements in consumer confidence, home prices

Tuesday, April 28, 2009  Private research group says consumer confidence soars in April amid hopeful economic signs