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St. Louis business leaders express cautious optimism on the economy at mid-year at Bank of America panel discussion

5 months 4 weeks ago
Soaring interest rates, shifting trade strategies and a dwindling labor pool are making it challenging for businesses to succeed today. But understanding the moving targets is key to navigating the changes. Bank of America leaders recently shared knowledge with local companies about the market during a panel discussion titled “Economic Insights: Cautious Optimism at Mid-Year.” “There’s no easy button in today’s business world,” said Marilyn Bush, president, Bank of America St. Louis.…
Bonita Tillman

St. Louis transgender center not shutting down, Washington University officials say

5 months 4 weeks ago
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey celebrated what he called a "huge win" Tuesday after a whistleblower claimed that Washington University's Transgender Center was soon shutting down. Washington University officials, however, said the claim was unfounded. "The scope of care provided at the Center changed last year after Missouri passed a new law on the subject," Washington University said in an emailed statement to KSDK. "Since then, we have continued to support our transgender patients appropriately…
Hunter Bassler

Floodwaters destroy restaurant in Warren County; owners unsure of future

5 months 4 weeks ago
A Warren County business is destroyed as a result of Tuesday’s historic flooding. The popular restaurant and bar is one of the only places in town that serves food. Owners aren't sure if they'll be able to reopen. A buckled wall now barely stands as John and Lisa Ketterer come to terms with reality. Very little of their family business in Treloar, about 8 miles west of Marthasville, can be salvaged. "Two freezers, all the food, basically all our product. Liquor, beer,” the Ketterers said, pointing…
Brent Solomon

St. Louis emergency agencies to conduct training downtown this week

6 months ago
St. Louis first responders will be training for disaster scenarios this week, and they are asking residents to keep their eyes on the road and avoid some parts of downtown in the next few days. The City of St. Louis Emergency Management Agency is working with multiple city agencies for a three-day training session, July 15-17. The exercises will be visible on the 8th Street side of Busch Stadium, but residents should avoid the area and stay focused on the road if driving in the area. Police will…
Sam Clancy