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Second St. Louis Board of Aldermen Member Resigns This Year
Alderwoman Sarah Martin has resigned. Citing the recent passage of Prop R, Martin — who serves the 11th Ward — posted her resignation letter to Board of Aldermen President Lewis Reed on social media. “I cannot continue my work in the Capitol and serve on the Board of Aldermen,” Martin wrote in the letter.
Had a delivery on the 12th floor and got this great view of Cathedral Basilica, love the architecture.
Disney Gets Fans Who Made Their Own ‘Club Penguin’ Online Game Arrested Over Copyright
In the pantheon of aggressive intellectual property bullies, Disney certainly would be one of the companies that would be competing to be Zeus. Disney has simply never seen an opportunity for IP enforcement that it hasn’t acted upon, be it copyright, trademark, or anywhere in between. More to the point for this post, Disney also […]
Driver who killed MoDOT workers told police he blacked out
A report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol offers clues about why charges have not been filed in a November crash that killed two MoDOT workers and seriously injured another.
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Anthony Kiedis reveals origin of “Black Summer” accent
When you heard the new Red Hot Chili Peppers single "Black Summer," your first thought might've been, "Yay, new Red Hot Chili Peppers music!" Your second thought might've been, "Wait,…
For poet Dana Levin, St. Louis is 'the navel of the nation'
Dana Levin discusses exploring St. Louis after moving from Santa Fe, why she’s not ready to reject T.S. Eliot and the themes in her new book, “Now Do You Know Where You Are.”
"Community-Oriented Store:" JCPenney Marks Anniversary In Style
ALTON - JCPenney celebrated 120 years in business with discounts, a new ad campaign, and a new JCPenney-inspired character on Friday. The JCPenney store within the Alton Square Mall joined in on the festivities with a big birthday party from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday. The event featured live musical entertainment from DJ DK Gray as well as special furry guests from 5As Animal Shelter. Alton JCPenney store General Manager Libby Mark said the Alton store is “very community-oriented.” “We have repeat customers that are very loyal to us,” she said. “We pull a lot of people from the St. Louis area for our fine jewelry department. I am new in my position here but this store is very loved by the community. When I reached out to the community everybody was aboard. We have the best customer service here. Some of the employees have been here for 25 years. We try very hard with every customer that comes in our store." The company is also kicking off its “Shopping
St. Louis Residents Accuse Business of Creating 'Hazardous' Conditions
Residents of Hyde Park have complained for years about a local business that they say creates eyesores and environmental hazards. Now, they're taking their complaints to court. In a lawsuit filed on behalf of the Hyde Park Neighborhood Association, residents say the owners of Shreve's Engine Rebuilders violate St. Louis City ordinances and state environmental laws by mishandling industrial waste and toxic chemicals.
Motorcyclist killed in crash on I-64 near downtown St. Louis
A fatal motorcycle crash closed eastbound Interstate 64 near downtown St. Louis for over an hour Friday afternoon.
Sarah Wood Martin, St. Louis' 11th Ward alderwoman, resigns
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St. Louis 11th Ward Alderwoman Sarah Wood Martin resigns
Sarah Wood Martin, the alderwoman for St. Louis' 11th Ward, has resigned from her position of five years, effective Monday.
In a news release, Wood Martin said her resignation comes from the passing of Proposition R on April 5. In addition to turning over ward redistricting to a citizens' commission, Proposition R strengthens conflict-of-interest regulations for the Board of Aldermen.
"Unfortunately, under the provisions of Proposition R, I must make a choice," she wrote. "I cannot continue my…
St. Louis Spots Add 4/20 Specials To Menus
Munchie menus have become popular this holiday season — and by holiday season, we mean this 4/20. Hot Box Cookies had announced their 4/20 special menu earlier this week, and now, Hi-Pointe Drive In (multiple locations including 634 Washington Avenue, 314-405-8274) and Mission Taco Joint (908 Lafayette Avenue, 314-858-8226) have followed suit. [content-1] Hi-Pointe Drive-In’s munchie menu consists of “stoner-friendly creations” with its beer and special food offerings.
Russia places sanctions on Illinois lawmakers
Multiple Illinois lawmakers have been sanctioned by the Russian government.
Ice cream sandwich pop-up Sugarwitch is putting down roots in the former Carondelet Bakery
The Columbia-originated ice cream business moved to St. Louis last summer.
Efforts to make protective medical gear in U.S. falling flat
UNIVERSITY CITY (AP) — When the coronavirus pandemic first hit the U.S., sales of window coverings at Halcyon Shades quickly went dark. So the suburban St. Louis business did what …
Bands featuring sons of Metallica members uniting for co-headlining tour
The children of Metallica are hitting the road together. Bastardane, featuring James Hetfield's son Castor Hetfield on drums, and OTTTO, featuring Robert Trujillo's son Tye Trujillo on bass, have announced…
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