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Months after losing Jason Hall, Greater St. Louis Inc. says it's hired executive search firm
Business group Greater St. Louis Inc. said last week it's hired an executive search firm to find a replacement for former CEO Jason Hall, after he left for a new job in Columbus, Ohio, in January.
Washington University is pausing construction projects as it braces for federal funding cuts
WashU officials said Monday they’re pausing construction of the university’s new 110,000-square-foot Arts and Sciences building announced last fall.
Missouri lawmakers take aim at Bradford pears and other invasive plant species
“You shouldn’t be selling things that you have to constantly deal with trying to get rid of,” Tyler Wilson told a House committee on Monday.
St. Louis sues Missouri to block takeover of city police
“We’re not going to go along with something we think is unconstitutional,” said Aldermanic President Megan Green.
With deadlines approaching, Missouri’s new paid sick leave law in limbo
Employers must post a notice outlining the changes in wages and benefits beginning April 15.
Missouri cannabis regulators revoke 25 microbusiness licenses
Missouri cannabis regulators on Monday officially revoked another 25 facility licenses in a program designed to benefit disadvantaged business owners but plagued by allegations of predatory practices.
Of the 96 microbusiness licenses issued by the state through a lottery since the program’s inception in 2023, regulators have revoked 34.
Two were revoked for having a disqualifying felony offense on the owners’ record. The rest were for failing to show that the microbusiness licenses would…
Tim's Travels: Waigand Wheels
KIRKWOOD, Mo. - Tim Ezell traveled to Kirkwood to visit Waigand Wheels, a nonprofit aimed at providing opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. While visiting the organization, Ezell had the opportunity to speak with Executive Director Sam Waigand.
Push to block enforcement of federal gun laws debated by Missouri Senate committee
Efforts to reenact a law preventing the enforcement of federal gun laws in Missouri found opponents from throughout the state Monday at a Missouri Senate Committee on Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety hearing. In 2021, the legislature passed the “Second Amendment Preservation Act,” which prevented Missouri law officers from enforcing federal gun laws that were […]
Push to block enforcement of federal gun laws debated by Missouri Senate committee
Efforts to reenact a law preventing the enforcement of federal gun laws in Missouri found opponents from throughout the state Monday at a Missouri Senate Committee on Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety hearing. In 2021, the legislature passed the “Second Amendment Preservation Act,” which prevented Missouri law officers from enforcing federal gun laws that were […]
Missouri lawmakers approve bill targeting pending abortion lawsuit
A bill that would give the Missouri Attorney General the authority to appeal judges’ decisions to temporarily block state law and change how ballot measures are written and certified was sent to the governor Monday.
The House gave final approval to the bill in a 109-46 vote, with Democrats calling the legislation a “power grab” that targets a Jackson County judge’s temporary hold on the state’s strictest abortion regulations which opened the door for Missouri clinics to resume surgical…
China Halts Boeing Jet Deliveries
Anyone know any ENT’s that have same day appointments?
Mayor-elect Spencer, Comptroller Baringer set to be sworn in at City Hall
Mayor-elect Cara Spencer and Comptroller-elect Donna Baringer are set to be sworn in on Tuesday, marking the end of an era for outgoing Comptroller Darlene Green and the beginning of a new era for St. Louis City Hall.
Neman: The scientific reason humans crave sugar
We crave sugar because our ape ancestors needed the calories. But also, doughnuts taste great.
Firefighters combat huge fire at East St. Louis pallet factory
A massive fire broke out at Eco Recycling Solutions, a pallet company in East St. Louis, overnight, fueled by a large stock of wood pallets, and has been challenging to contain due to strong winds, with no injuries reported.
Rep. Kevin Schmidt Celebrates Donna Mae's Beauty Salon's 60-Plus Years Anniversary
MASCOUTAH - After receiving submissions from across the 114th District, State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) was proud to select Donna Mae's Beauty Salon to be his “Business of the Month” for April. Rep. Schmidt presented the owner of Donna Mae's Beauty Salon, Donna Mae Schlueter, with an official certificate in recognition of a local small-business who’s been serving the community for over sixty years. “Donna Mae's Beauty Salon has been committed to serving locals with salon services and products for over sixty years,” said Schmidt. “Donna has exemplified her dedication to the community of Mascoutah by carrying on four generations of salon services. She deserves recognition for operating a “hometown” salon, but also for her service to the community through positive engagement.” Donna Mae's Beauty Salon opened in 1965 offering salon services to the community, including those who served in Vietnam. Over the years,
Fred W. Lindecke, longtime Post-Dispatch political reporter, dead at 92
Lindecke covered Missouri politics for 33 years and was a fixture during legislative sessions in Jefferson City.
Missouri cannabis regulators revoke 25 microbusiness licenses
Missouri cannabis regulators on Monday officially revoked another 25 facility licenses in a program designed to benefit disadvantaged business owners but plagued by allegations of predatory practices. Of the 96 microbusiness licenses issued by the state through a lottery since the program’s inception in 2023, regulators have revoked 34. Two were revoked for having a […]
Missouri cannabis regulators revoke 25 microbusiness licenses
Missouri cannabis regulators on Monday officially revoked another 25 facility licenses in a program designed to benefit disadvantaged business owners but plagued by allegations of predatory practices. Of the 96 microbusiness licenses issued by the state through a lottery since the program’s inception in 2023, regulators have revoked 34. Two were revoked for having a […]