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Branson PD Chief discusses newly passed ICE agreement

2 weeks 3 days ago
Branson Police Chief Eric Schmitt has discussed the 287g agreement with ICE, which allows Branson PD to arrest individuals unlawfully in the country, but only if they are causing public safety issues and with the approval of a supervisor.
Parker Padgett

ACSL Seeks Grant Proposals from Local Nonprofits in Alton

2 weeks 3 days ago
ALTON - The Alton Community Service League (ACSL) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting Grant Applications from 501C3 organizations. The objectives of ACSL are to render volunteer Service and financial support to the Greater Alton Area. Support for projects in the areas of: Civic, Cultural, Education, Health and Welfare, Youth, and Area Beautification are considered. The amount of financial support given is dependent upon the amount available through ACSL’s Charitable fundraising

Bondi Spying On Congressional Epstein Searches Should Be A Major Scandal

2 weeks 3 days ago
Yesterday, Attorney General Pam Bondi appeared before the House Judiciary Committee. Among the more notable exchanges was when Rep. Pramila Jayapal asked some of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims who were in the audience to stand up and indicate whether Bondi’s DOJ had ever contacted them about their experiences. None of them had heard from the Justice […]
Mike Masnick

STL Weight Loss Injections can help with reaching your goal weight!

2 weeks 3 days ago
ST. LOUIS – Hair loss, irritability, night sweats, or hot flashes do not have to be ruling your life. See how this new weight loss peptide can help you lose the weight you want, while done in a medically supervised setting. Visit U.S. Women’s Medical Center and make an appointment today! Visit US Women’s Medical Center [...]
Varkita Quinn

The spy from Dallas County, Missouri, who betrayed America

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URBANA, Mo. — In rural Dallas County, Earl Edwin Pitts grew up as the kind of small-town name that seemed uncomplicated: a thin, bookish Skyline High School student pictured in 1960s yearbooks with glee club and school teams, better known for keeping score than stealing the spotlight. Decades later, that same name ricocheted across national [...]
Kathryn Skopec

S. M. Wilson Expands National Retail Division by Adding Five Team Members

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S. M. Wilson & Co. has expanded its national retail division with the addition of five team members. S. M. Wilson has delivered $2 billion of retail construction since 1987. The strategic expansion positions the 105-year-old company to grow existing client relationships and establish new long-term partnerships with major national brands from coast to coast. […]

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Dede Hance

Missouri House once again approves bill clarifying divorce rules during pregnancy

2 weeks 3 days ago
A bill seeking to clarify that Missouri women are legally allowed to get divorced while pregnant received unanimous approval Thursday from the House for the second year in a row.  State Rep. Cecelie Williams, a Republican from Dittmer who sponsored the legislation with Democratic state Rep. Raychel Proudie of Ferguson, emphasized the dangers of keeping […]
Anna Spoerre

Experts Stress Importance of Male Friendships for Mental Health

2 weeks 3 days ago
Whenever Paul Engelman’s wife left the house to join friends at their monthly book club gathering, the Rockford resident found himself looking for something to do. With all their children grown and out of the house, he could watch a sporting event or knock out some items from his honey-do list. But what he really was looking for was a social outlet of his own. Over the years, Engelman has had plenty of male friends. Guys he grew up with, attended school with or served with in the military.

Advancements in At-Home Diabetes Technology Evolve

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At-home technology for diabetes continues to evolve, giving people more peace of mind that the disease is in check while they enjoy their day. But how do you know you have the right device for your health and lifestyle? Jennifer Adcock, RN, BSN, CDCES, a certified diabetes care and education specialist at OSF HealthCare, has a roadmap. She says there are two main categories: Insulin pumps: These deliver insulin into your body to mimic the body’s natural production. This helps keep bloo

National Construction Hiring Up; St. Louis Posts Modest Growth

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by Tom Finan, Executive Director, Construction Forum National construction employment increased by 33,000 jobs in January, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data analyzed by the Associated General Contractors of America. Total industry employment now exceeds 8.3 million, up roughly 0.5% year-over-year. The Associated Builders and Contractors reported that nearly 28,000 of January’s gains […]

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Tom Finan

WHAT TO KNOW: Soulard Mardi Gras 2026

2 weeks 3 days ago
One of St. Louis' biggest events of the year returns this weekend: Mardi Gras. Thousands of people will fill the streets and bars in the Soulard neighborhood Saturday for the annual Bud Light Grand Parade.
Megan Mueller