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Going through something difficult at the holidays? It's OK to feel what you feel, sources tell me in these pieces that can offer relief & hope: Blue Christmas Services (Daily Herald): dailyherald.com/20241214/news/… Coping with grief at the holidays (NCTV17): nctv17.org/news/grieving-…

Cool news! One of my clients is hiring a full-time reporter. Come help cover Naperville news with Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)! nctv17.org/job/reporter-n…

The writer in me loves this. Let's choose humans, and let's build our skills together: nctv17.org/news/how-new-c…

They say it's all about light at this time of year, and our human need for brightness in the dark. May your holidays bring you light. dailyherald.com/20241223/relig…

A teen center with a strategy that works to promote positive mental health is finding ways to expand. nctv17.org/news/alive-cen… #MentalHealthMatters

This may be advice a lot of us need these days. No shame, and legit some good tips about managing your finances: nctv17.org/news/5-steps-t…

It was time for a quick 2025-era update to my online portfolio ... check it out: clippings.me/mariewilson9

"Chicago AF" doesn't mean what you think. And if you've ever thought drinking might not be for you, then maybe this group (the AF stands for alcohol-free) is. dailyherald.com/20250111/news/…

Digital IDs ... They're coming to Illinois, the Secretary of State's office says. For Apple device users first. Find out more: nctv17.org/news/digital-d…

The headline for this one says it best? (and I wrote it) ... Who taught us to calm down? New state law encourages schools to be the answer. dailyherald.com/20250208/news/…

May we all "make the conscious decision to turn toward the light and grow." School mental health resources help students understand their minds, feelings and thoughts. dailyherald.com/20250208/news/…

These STEM lessons from SAM Labs sound pretty cool. I can imagine my kids diving right into something like this if/when they get the chance. Elementary kids in Indian Prairie 204 do: nctv17.org/news/sam-labs-…

One of only 25 Gates Cambridge Scholars is a Neuqua Valley High School grad and my favorite thing about him is the broad range of fields he's studying on his way to a medical degree and a career working to improve health equity: nctv17.org/news/neuqua-gr… Read about Elijah Darden Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

How do YOU put kindness in action? This "kind" of awesome campaign by KidsMatter and partners seeks to find out -- and to build belonging and community along the way nctv17.org/news/local-age…

I've gotten the scam text about unpaid tolls a couple times myself ... check out that and other frauds to watch out for, plus tips from NapervillePD on how to avoid them: nctv17.org/news/napervill…

Looking for something positive to do this weekend? I'm helping promote this volunteer opportunity to benefit Feed My Starving Children dailyherald.com/20250305/news/…

PARENTS! Complimentary childcare will be provided for children ages 3 -10. Children must be able to use the bathroom independently. Register NOW - Spots are running out for certain Breakout Sessions: …talhealthwellnesssymposium.regfox.com/mental-health-…

Great to see more attention on this worthy local cause -- and great way to help out -- coming up this weekend for Feed My Starving Children nctv17.org/news/volunteer…

Best takeaway from this talk on avoiding myths that harm student #MentalHealth? “If we want our kids to be happy, we double down on relationships — not on achievement" -- Doug Bolton. nctv17.org/news/symposium…

How modeling healthy habits, creating paths to new tech privileges for kids and teaching digital literacy can help balance screentime and real-time ... with tips from Amy Blankson of the Digital Wellness Institute -- as presented to GPS Parent Series nctv17.org/news/tips-for-…