The Insider Podcast's Christmas special episode, hosted by Tim Weber, features practical holiday tips from various guests. Dan Fox shares a cautionary tale about receiving coal for not picking favorites between his aunts, advising against favoritism. Donna Deck suggests using the Target app to check prices and adjust in-store deals. Emily Rothermich recommends early Christmas decoration setup to prevent mishaps and starting new family traditions like pairing Advent devotionals with chocolate. Erica Myers advises baking cookies early and freezing them. Sharon Huber expresses gratitude for 29 years of publishing West News Magazine and 21 years of Mid Rivers News Magazine, highlighting community support and staff loyalty.

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The Insider PodCast discussed the reintroduction of the Better Together bill by Ian Mackey, proposing a merger of St. Louis City and County. The 2019 attempt failed due to opposition from West County municipalities and legal challenges. The merger aims to consolidate 88 municipalities into one government, potentially saving $250 million annually. Key concerns include the impact on local identities, police training, and education reform. The panel debated the benefits of regional cooperation versus maintaining local autonomy, citing examples like Indianapolis and Nashville. They emphasized the need for efficient governance and collaboration to address St. Louis's declining population and financial issues.

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Tim Weber, publisher of West and Mid Rivers News Magazine, interviews Donna Deck, the advertising graphic designer and co-chair of the party planning committee. They discuss several updates, including an audit of the tax increment financing for downtown Chesterfield's development, which has attracted $300 million. Donna expresses excitement about the new restaurants and entertainment spaces. They also discuss an E. coli outbreak linked to pre-packaged lettuce from Taylor Farms, affecting over 100 people in two counties. Donna shares her concerns about food safety and changes in her shopping habits. Lastly, they touch on holiday preparations and New Year's resolutions, with Donna admitting to being disorganized and Tim aiming to read more.

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