stLouISTSome St. Louis-area Senate races already taking shape
Two Democrats, Sens. Karla May and Brian Williams, are term-limited and thus unable to run for reelection.
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One of Missouri’s few remaining Mississippi River ferries might be forced to close
There’s been a ferry across the Mississippi River in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, for more than 200 years, but that may not be true for much longer.
Another major Hoffmann project, a hotel and conference center, on hold in Augusta
The company doesn't have a timeline for when the project might break ground, a spokesman said
Messenger: One man gets a break from jail but Missouri still has a mental health crisis
Missouri has 440 people in city or county jails awaiting transfer to the Department of Mental Health. But there are no beds.
Trump’s mass layoffs hurt workers and the public, say fired employees at Florissant rally
At least 200 federal workers, including some from Veterans Affairs, have been fired by the Trump administration.
Girls hockey takes off in St. Louis, with a push from the Blues. ‘I love playing.’
In the St. Louis area, girls who want to play hockey have more opportunities than ever before.
In rare move, St. Louis Democrats back Spencer over Jones for mayor
“That’s a pretty significant development,” said Brian Wahby, a former Democratic central committee chair.
Federal judge orders China to pay Missouri $24 billion in COVID-19 dispute
Senior U.S. District Judge Stephen Limbaugh said in a 32-page order Friday that defendants hoarded PPE and misled the world about the dangers and scope of the COVID-19 pandemic to facilitate and extend the hoarding campaign.
Will some Democrats support state takeover of St. Louis police? Vote could come Monday
Mostly Republicans have supported a state takeover of the St. Louis police. But more Democrats could soon follow.
Downtown St. Louis hotel abruptly closes
A sign on the hotel's door urges guests to "locate another hotel ASAP" and suggests they use Trip Advisor.
Business Bulletin: Kloss wins; Lochmueller relocates; Ameristar St. Charles remodels
Catch up on local business awards, milestones and projects.
People in Business: Stephens College names; Lewis Rice promotes; L3 adds; Chestnut appoints;
Catch up on local business hires, appointments and promotions.
Caracci Jr., Joseph Anthony
66, of Wentzville, MO, died on March 1, 2025. Full obit to be found at alternativefuneralcremation.com
Stude, William C. Jr., “Bill”
Stude, William C. Jr., “Bill” 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on March 2, 2025. Devoted son of the late Dr. William and Eleanor Bradley Stude, beloved husband of Margaret Kriegshauser Stude, loving father of Margaret…
Warnick, Joseph John "Jay" III
Please see Lupton-Millard Chapel website for further information about Jay and service details.
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Spalding Sr., John — O’Fallon, MO
Spalding Sr., John
Age 76. Services: Visitation Thursday, March 13, 2025, Baue Cave Springs, 4:00 — 8:00 pm. Service Friday, March 14, 2025, Baue Cave Springs, 11:30 am. Contact 636-946-7811 or visit baue.com.
Strebel, Neal C.
87 of Maryville, IL, passed away 03/03/2025. VIS: 10 am to 1 pm Wed, 03/12/2025. FUNERAL: 1pm at Barry Wilson Funeral Home, Maryville, IL. See barrywilsonfuneralhome.com for full obituary.
Nagle, Arthur R. “Art”
Age 96, passed away on Thursday, March 6th, 2025. Visitation 10am until the Funeral Service at 11am on Wed., March 12, in the Chapel at Laclede Groves. A Celebration of Life will following the service. Interment private at National Cemetery.…
Pflueger, Raymond A.
A Memorial Mass will be on Saturday, March 15th, 1:00 pm at St. Anthony’s of Padua Catholic Church, 3140 Meramec Street in St. Louis.