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Chesterfield Mall is the ‘Every Mall,’ Says Documentary Crew

1 year 1 month ago
From West Newsmagazine:  Kickoff of demolition efforts at Chesterfield Mall on Oct. 15 brought back decades-old memories of first dates, shopping trips for high school prom and teenage hang-outs. Since it opened in 1976, the traditional shopping mall was a central gathering place for communities. But while the mall is a memorable piece of nostalgia […]
Kacey Crawley

Brick by Brick — Laclede’s Landing, St. Charles, Alton

1 year 1 month ago
From STL Made:  The history of St. Louis brick isn’t just evident in the gingerbread houses of south city or the bricks lining Main Street in St. Charles. It stretches far beyond city bounds to landmarks across the country, including Chicago’s iconic Navy Pier and the towering Chrysler Building in New York City — both […]
Kacey Crawley

Appliance Parts, HVAC Distributor Moves Office

1 year 1 month ago
From St. Louis Business Journal:  Marcone, a distributor of home appliance parts, HVAC, plumbing and other equipment, has relocated its St. Louis branch office. Marcone on Monday reopened its St. Louis branch location at 111 Rock Cliff Circle Court in south St. Louis County, relocating from 2675 Scott Ave. in the city of St. Louis’ […]
Kacey Crawley

Small Development Approved for Ballwin Acres in Chesterfield

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From West Newsmagazine:  A 10-lot subdivision was approved for a 3.98-acre tract of land located at Ballwin Acres, west of Meadowbrook Country Club Estates, east of Kehrs Mill Road and south of Wendimill Drive. Ballwin Acres is an 18-lot development originally platted by St. Louis County in 1925. Stock & Associates Consulting Engineers Inc. on […]
Kacey Crawley

IDOT Hosting Career Fair in Collinsville on Nov. 13

1 year 1 month ago
From Riverbender:  The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting a career fair Nov. 13, 2024 in Collinsville. The fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Gateway Convention Center, 1 Gateway Drive. Representatives from the offices and bureaus who oversee both technical and administrative support […]
Kacey Crawley

Funding Secured For $9.3 Million Grant’s Trail Extension

1 year 1 month ago
From Webster-Kirkwood Times:  A long-planned extension of Grant’s Trail into Kirkwood is under design now that city leaders have secured $9.3 million in funding, including significant federal grants. The idea to extend the popular, paved pedestrian and bicycle trail has been around for at least a decade, but it has taken a number of years […]
Kacey Crawley

Nonprofit Plans to Expand Into Apartments for Developmentally Disabled Clients

1 year 1 month ago
From St. Louis Business Journals:  A nonprofit that provides homes to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is seeking a site in St. Louis County to expand into the development of apartment buildings. St. Louis-based Promise Community Homes, founded in 1973 as Rainbow Village, received a multiyear grant for a new apartment building from the […]
Kacey Crawley

New Byway Discovery Center on Track for Spring 2026 Opening

1 year 1 month ago
From Riverbender.com:  Plans for two significant new National Scenic Byway corridor activation projects are moving forward in the Great Rivers & Routes region of southwest Illinois with both slated to open Spring 2026 along the Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway between Hartford and Grafton. The new Byway Discovery Center, a 4,500-square-foot visitor […]
Kacey Crawley

Local Non-Profit Awarded Grant to Build Apartments for IDD Community

1 year 1 month ago
Promise Community Homes (PCH), St. Louis’ premier provider of safe and accessible homes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, intends to expand its service model of free-standing houses to include multi-unit apartment homes. The Productive Living Board has awarded an anticipated multi-year grant to jump-start PCH’s plan to expand its residential living offerings, helping to […]
Dede Hance

KCI Construction Transitions to Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

1 year 1 month ago
KCI Construction Company proudly announces its transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), making its dedicated workforce the new owners of the company. This exciting change reflects KCI’s commitment to ensuring the company’s legacy of quality and service continues to thrive for generations to come. Founded in 1922 as a carpentry construction firm under […]
Dede Hance

Adjustments Necessary for Microbrewery Proposal in Wildwood

1 year 1 month ago
From West Newsmagazine:  Although a microbrewery and sit-down restaurant have already been approved for the site of the West County Feed and Supply Store, the proposal was back before the Wildwood City Council recently to address setback issues. A public hearing was held for the project Oct. 14. Good News Brewing will be located at […]
Dede Hance

New Subdivision Development Receives Approval

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From Mid Rivers Newsmagazine:  The Cottleville Trails subdivision G, H, and I phases were approved at the Oct. 16 Board of Aldermen meeting. This came after months of updates and a high-volume public hearing where resident concerns were addressed regarding the development of villages located South of Hwy. N and east of Hwy. K. At […]
Dede Hance

The Role of Rail in Industrial Development

1 year 1 month ago
From Area Development:  Area Development talked with Norfolk Southern’s GVP of Industrial Development, Craig Hudson, about the evolving importance of rail in site selection, supply chain sustainability, and emerging sectors like metals and advanced materials. Q: What challenges do companies face when incorporating rail into their site plans, and how does Norfolk Southern help mitigate […]
Dede Hance

Construction of New ADA Compliant Crosswalk Begins in Grafton

1 year 1 month ago
From RiverBender:  Construction on a new ADA compliant crosswalk is set to begin on November 4 at the intersection of Route 100 and Mulberry Street in Grafton, a project aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety in the busy area. Stutz Construction is collaborating with SMS Engineering for this initiative, which addresses longstanding challenges faced by pedestrians […]
Dede Hance

Future of IRA, Permitting Reform Hinge on Election

1 year 1 month ago
From Utility Dive:  Each potential outcome of the upcoming U.S. presidential and congressional elections has numerous implications for the fate of past and future energy legislation, particularly when it comes to the Inflation Reduction Act and permitting reform, say industry experts. “If we did have a change in the makeup of Congress, then we might […]
Dede Hance

Missouri Bank Expands to Get Closer to St. Louis Businesses

1 year 1 month ago
From St. Louis Business Journal:  Town & Country Bank has opened its second St. Louis-area location with a loan production office in Creve Coeur in a move that puts it closer to business clients. The location at 707 N. New Ballas Road in The Plaza Shops reflects the ambition of the bank, which is headquartered […]
Dede Hance

Edwardsville Could Begin Replacing Water Mains on North Main

1 year 1 month ago
From The Edwardsville Intelligencer:  Ryan Zwijack, Edwardsville city engineer, announced the anticipated timeline for the project to replace water lines that were installed in the 1800s. The city is finalizing its design plan that will be submitted to the Illinois Department of Transportation. If everything is approved, construction on the project is expected to begin […]
Dede Hance