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‘Jesus Christ’ is Still a ‘Superstar’  After All These Years                                          by Pat Lindsey Imagine a rock opera having as much audience appeal today as it did more than 50 years ago. That’s exactly what’s happening with the “Jesus Christ Superstar” 50th Anniversary tour, which runs May 9-21 at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Andrew Lloyd […]

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The traditional Arbor Day celebration took place on Friday, April 28 at Sunset Park. At the celebration was the director of Parks & Recreation Cheryl Thompson-Stimage, Park Superintendent Kevin Green, his Foreman Dave Klaus and members of the Gardeners Club of Florissant who have for many years done an outstanding job for the community and […]

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The 2023 Valley of Flowers Queen Caylee Moore was honored Sunday along with First Runner-Up Laura Westberg, Special Maids Grace Gitau, Margaret Houston and Lily Scanlon. The stormy weather that was forecasted for the weekend held off and the weekend was excellent. Large crowds came out to enjoy food, entertainment, tons of activities for kids […]

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Valley of Flowers Activities May 5-7, Concludes May 7 with Queen Cornation   Activities during the three-day Valley of Flowers festival will appeal to all ages. At the James J. Eagan Center, fair-goers will find culturally diverse performances, an aerial circus performance, a vendor/craft fair, a pretty baby photo contest, a magician, fan favorite Babaloo […]

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CITY OF FLORISSANT CELEBRATES ARBOR DAY NAMED TREE CITY USA FOR 2022 The traditional Arbor Day celebration took place on Friday, April 28th at Sunset Park. At the celebration was the Director of Parks & Recreation Cheryl Thompson-Stimage, Park Superintendent Kevin Green, his Foreman Dave Klaus and members of the Gardeners Club of Florissant who […]

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Saturday May 6th events at James Eagan Center     Eagan Center 9:00 am – 6 pm         Gardeners of Florissant Eagan Center 9:00 am – 6 pm         Craft & Vendor Fair Eagan Center 9:00 am – 6 pm        Pretty Baby Photo Contest Eagan Center 9:00 am – 6 pm         Petting Zoo & Pony Rides Eagan […]

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FLORISSANT’S PERFORMING ARTS CENTER HOSTED THE 34TH ANNUAL 2023 MS. MISSOURI SENIOR AMERICA PAGEANT From left to right: First Runner Up is Marilyn Callicott, Ms. Missouri Senior America is Christy Wilson-Smith, Second Runner Up is Peggy Janis. Congratulations to this year’s winner of the 2023 Ms. Missouri Senior America Pageant – Christy Wilson-Smith. The Ms. […]

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Local Businesses serving Florissant     Valley of Flowers May 5       Location – Time  – Event Duchesne Grounds*  4:00 pm -Close          Carnival Rides, Food, Drinks, Music & Games   Eagan Center Noon – 9:00 pm         Gardeners of Florissant Eagan Center Noon – 9:00 pm         Craft & Vendor Fair Eagan Center Noon – […]

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The 2023 Parade Marshall is Lora Click: A Native of the Blue Grass State The Valley of Flowers Committee is delighted to have Lora Click serving as the Grand Marshall this year.   Lora, originally from the bluegrass state of Kentucky, is a perfect fit for this year’s theme of the Kentucky Derby. She has been […]

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“Kentucky Derby” Theme for 2023 Valley of Flowers Festival Event & Parade May 5-7 The Valley of Flowers Festival in Florissant, traditionally the first festival of spring in the metropolitan St. Louis area, will feature the theme of “The Kentucky Derby” for the 61st annual event. This year’s festival starts on Friday, May 5 through […]

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         Supporting the 2023 Valley of Flowers          Good Luck to all the Queen Candidates

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     Big Dreams for Huge Youth Amateur Sports Complex in Hazelwood at Mall Site Dropped   Over the last four years POWERplex, under Big Sports Properties, has been taking steps to make it a premier youth sports facility at the former St. Louis Mills Mall. The mall interior was in good shape for restructuring […]

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“JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR” will Play The Fabulous Fox Theater May 9-21 Following critically acclaimed, sold-out engagements in the UK, the reimagined 50th Anniversary tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will come to St. Louis at the Fabulous Fox Theatre May 9-21. The 2017 Olivier awarding-winning production from Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is on sale now […]

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Florissant Woman One of 11 in the State in Ms. Missouri Senior America Pageant Ms. Missouri Senior America Pageant will be held April 30 at the Florissant Performing Arts Center (Civic Center) , is rapidly approaching.  There are 11 lovely ladies competing for the title.  One contestants is Peggy Janis, a resident of Florissant. Peggy […]

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Florissant Woman is 107 Years Old on Aptil 20 Glyndorah Hubbard was born on April 20, 1916 and  grew up in Farmington, MO.  She celebrates her 107th birthday on April 20, 2023 in Florissant, where she has lived for past 13 years Her maiden name is Baker and her family was a prominent African American […]

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Reeb House Needs major Repairs after Feb. Fire On Feb. 20, 2023 the historic Reeb House caught fire. The Florissant Valley Fire Department responded immediately and was able to save all but the back portion of the house. Upon further investigation it was discovered a renter had set the fire and was charged with arson. […]

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                            Good Prevails in “Wicked”                                                                                 by Pat Lindsey For the past 20 years, audiences have been […]

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