Big bookworm, reporting for duty. I enjoy reading as much as I enjoy surfing the internet and writing for fun. As such, I grew up in libraries around the Riverbend region. And recently, I’ve rediscovered my love for these spaces, their resources, and the people who make them great spots to chill. Let me back up. As the child of voracious readers, I spent a lot of time in the local library when I was very young. My parents would take me to the free events, the storytimes, the annual Summer
What if the Thanksgiving holiday we celebrate today was shaped by centuries of evolving customs rather than a single historic feast? The story of Thanksgiving in the U.S. is a fascinating tapestry of cultural influences, historical events, and regional practices that have transformed it from a simple harvest celebration into a national holiday symbolizing gratitude, community, and reflection. Origins of Thanksgiving: More Than One Story Contrary to popular belief, Thanksgiving does not originate
What if the secret to a memorable Thanksgiving wasn’t just the turkey or the stuffing, but the pie that concludes the feast? Consider this: according to a 2023 survey by the American Pie Council, 89% of Americans say pie is the essential dessert for holiday celebrations. Yet, many struggle to perfect that elusive flaky crust or the ideal filling consistency. Baking the perfect Thanksgiving pie is an art and a science, blending technique, timing, and quality ingredients to create something
The younger children of Mohammad Ali Dadfar believe their father is away, working. That’s what they’ve been told. Only the oldest, an 11-year-old girl, and Dadfar’s wife know the truth. The father of four, an immigrant from Afghanistan who helped the U.S. military fight the Taliban, is in a Springfield, Missouri, jail — held with […]
Welcome to 2026, it's got Guns N' Roses tour dates.The "Welcome to the Jungle" rockers have announced a worldwide trek for 2026, including a U.S. leg running from July 23…
Did you know that the average American household spends nearly 12 hours preparing food during the holiday season? This intense period of cooking can quickly overwhelm even the most seasoned home chefs if their kitchens are not adequately prepared. Setting up your kitchen thoughtfully before the rush can make holiday cooking more efficient, enjoyable, and less stressful. Assessing Your Kitchen Space and Equipment Before diving into recipes and shopping lists, take stock of your kitchen’s
The world-known rock band Guns N' Roses is making their second return to the stage in St. Louis following a decades-long hiatus after a concert turned into a riot.
November 24 has been a day marked by pivotal events across the globe, spanning centuries and touching on politics, science, culture, and more. In 1859, the publication of Charles Darwin’s 'On the Origin of Species' sparked widespread debate and fundamentally altered scientific and religious perspectives on evolution and natural history. It quickly became a focal point for discussions that continue to this day about the origin and development of life on Earth. In the realm of politics
Jimmy Cliff, a Grammy Award-winning singer and actor, who helped Jamaican reggae music find its place within global pop culture, is dead at 81."It’s with profound sadness that I share…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A woman was killed and three others were injured in a crash Sunday night in Byrnes Mill. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP), the crash occurred a little after 11 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 30 and Upper Byrnes Mill Road. It involved a Chevrolet Equinox and [...]
Now that streaming subscriber growth has slowed, we’ve noted repeatedly how the streaming TV sector is falling into all of the bad habits that ultimately doomed traditional cable TV. That has involved chasing pointless “growth for growth’s sake” megamergers, imposing bottomless price hikes and new annoying restrictions on customers, undermining labor, and cutting corners on product quality in […]
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