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Stress is a common aspect of everyday life, often exacerbated by the demands of balancing work, family, and personal time. The ways people cope with stress—such as overeating, drinking alcohol, smoking, or working excessively—can negatively impact heart health and the cardiovascular system.

Eating a balanced diet can be challenging with the myriad of food options available today. Many products marketed as healthy alternatives often contain high levels of sugar, sodium, or other unhealthy ingredients. Excessive sugar intake is linked to weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease, while too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure, increasing the risk of stroke and heart disease.

The challenges of daily life can often lead to stress, which may not always manifest in obvious ways. While many people recognize the feeling of being overwhelmed, subtle signs might go unnoticed. According to experts, recognizing these early signs can help manage stress effectively.

Parents are navigating the challenge of discussing coronavirus with their children, as kids often receive information from peers and online sources. One mother recounted a conversation with her 8-year-old son who expressed concern about having "a 5 percent chance of dying from coronavirus." She realized the importance of providing accurate information to counter misinformation.

Enrollment at Walsh Elementary School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

A property at 17023 Melville Court, Lockport was sold on Oct. 3 by Brian Broderick for $345,000. The buyers were Robert and Glenda Jean Begeske.

Former Lockport Township High School star, Elijah Beltran, makes an impact in Knox’s loss to Lake Forest on Saturday, October 5.

Former Joliet Catholic Academy star, Jabril Williams, makes an impact in Army’s win over Tulsa on Saturday, October 5.

Former Joliet Catholic Academy star, William Berry, makes an impact in Davenport’s loss to Grand Valley State on Saturday, October 5.

Former Lockport Township High School star, Ethan Gallagher, makes his presence felt in UW Whitewater’s win over UW - Oshkosh on Saturday, October 5.

These former Lockport Ledger area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.

Enrollment at Kelvin Grove Junior High School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

A property at 1410 Summit Drive, Lockport was sold on Oct. 4 by Marys Lane Rosebud LLC for $327,000. The buyer was Richard C. Wardinski.

On Oct. 4, Keely Hoch purchased a property at 17801 S. Sorrel Drive, Lockport from Mattew J Lennon.

Fairmont residents affected by the storms from July 13 to July 16 can now apply for disaster assistance in person. The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is open at 2455 Glenwood Ave, Joliet, IL 60435.

The Joliet Township Government is set to host a presentation titled "Sanando Juntos: Apprendiendo sobre el trauma a cualquier edad." The event aims to enhance community understanding of trauma, explore healing methods, and foster resilience. This presentation will be conducted in Spanish but is open to all members of the community.

The lowest price of premium gas in ZIP Code 60441 was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 60441 paid an average of $3.64 per gallon of diesel fuel in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

The lowest price of diesel in ZIP Code 60441 was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Enrollment at Ludwig Elementary School rose compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.