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This Day in History on September 17: The Signing of the U.S. Constitution

6 months ago
September 17 stands out in history as a day marked by landmark moments that have shaped nations, inspired revolutions, and propelled humanity forward in science and culture. Arguably the most impactful event associated with September 17 is the signing of the United States Constitution in 1787. This document laid the foundation for the American system of government and has influenced democratic frameworks worldwide. Delegates convened at the Pennsylvania State House in Philadelphia, after months of debate, to finalize the Constitution, establishing checks and balances and a federal system that endures today. Celebrated annually as Constitution Day in the United States, this event symbolizes the commitment to rule of law and democratic governance. Moving back in time, September 17, 1862, witnessed the Battle of Antietam during the American Civil War, the bloodiest single-day battle in American history. Fought near Sharpsburg, Maryland, this clash resulted in nearly 23,000 casualties.

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Dutch Bros opens first location in Metro East

6 months ago
Dutch Bros opened its first location in Edwardsville, Illinois on Wednesday, offering a variety of beverages including specialty coffee, smoothies, and the exclusive Dutch Bros Rebel energy drink, with a $3 medium-sized drink promotion available on the opening day.
Nick Gladney

Missouri workers can bet on paying more for health insurance next year

6 months ago
Tania Hewett-Mader, who owns Alma Mader Brewing with her husband, believes providing health benefits to her employees is the right thing to do. “That’s part of our values — taking good care of our people,” she said. “Not only for their sake, but to be competitive in the market.” But two years ago, after the […]
Suzanne King

Wednesday, Sept. 17 - Rare performance resonates in St. Louis

6 months ago
Lorraine Hansberry’s 1959 play “A Raisin in the Sun” is a landmark of American theater. It had three hit Broadway runs with its story about the struggles of a Black family in mid-century Chicago. Less well-known is the musical adaptation, called simply: “Raisin.” The Black Rep is performing the seldom-seen show through Sunday. As St. Louis Public Radio’s Jeremy Goodwin reports, “Raisin” depicts racist systems that still impact life in St. Louis today.

Oligarchical abuse in the Missouri Capitol

6 months ago
For nearly three decades I have been a volunteer constitutional conservative, small government, free market watchdog at the Missouri Capitol, and in all that time I have never seen the level of abuse of power I witnessed during the two special sessions the governor called this summer. Last week the Missouri Senate rammed two monumental […]
Ron Calzone

Feeling hot with some rain and a welcome cool down in sight

6 months ago
ST. LOUIS - Six days with high temperatures in the 90s. There are two more days to go. Sunny and hot again Wednesday, with high temperatures in the low 90s. Some rain out towards K.C. will fizzle before it can make it to the St. Louis region. Mostly clear and mild overnight, we’ll wake up [...]
Angela Hutti