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South Pacific

2 days 14 hours ago

One of Broadway’s greatest musicals, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s sweeping American classic returns for its first Muny production since 2013! On a lush island during World War II, Navy nurse Nellie […]

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Myranda Levins

Alton Advances Funds For Street Resurfacing, Equipment Purchases

2 days 14 hours ago
ALTON – Funding for street resurfacing, parks equipment, and more is moving ahead in Alton. Committee of the Whole members on July 6, 2026 unanimously approved a previously postponed resolution allocating $644,428 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding from the Fiscal Year 2026 budget for certain city-wide projects. The resolution originally called for $300,000 for new sidewalks and restrooms at Hellrung Park, $144,428 for derelict structure demolition and tree removal,

Overnight crime spree in Ballwin: Guns and truck stolen

2 days 15 hours ago
Ballwin Police are investigating an overnight crime spree in a neighborhood near Clayton Road and Kehrs Mill Road that occurred early Monday morning. Thieves broke into vehicles, stealing a truck and multiple firearms, prompting police to ask residents for surveillance footage.
Kelley Hoskins

Pints & Pages

2 days 16 hours ago

Schlafly Bottleworks presents Pints & Pages on the 1st Monday of every month from 6:30–8:30pm! The concept is simple: Bring whatever you'd like to read Grab a beer or snack […]

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Myranda Levins

Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation in the 11000 Block of Bellefontaine Road

2 days 16 hours ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that injured two juveniles after officers responded to a large teen gathering Sunday night, July 5, 2026, that drew more than 25 emergency calls and later spilled into the area of Bellefontaine Road and Larimore Road, authorities said. The shooting happened about 10:15 p.m. Sunday, July 5, in the 11000 block of Bellefontaine Road, according to the St. Louis County Police Department. Police said officers

Rep. Kevin Schmidt names Saddleback Chocolates his June Business of the Month

2 days 16 hours ago
O'FALLON, IL. - State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) recognized Saddleback Chocolates as his Business of the Month for June. Rep. Schmidt presented owners Maureen and Mike Moore with a certificate from the Illinois House of Representatives recognizing their hard work, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to the community. “Maureen and Mike Moore work together to create delicious handmade chocolate assortments using their own Belgian-French-style recipes,” Schmidt said.

Rep. Kevin Schmidt to Host Free Shred Event and Canned Food Drive in New Athens

2 days 16 hours ago
NEW ATHENS — State Rep. Kevin Schmidt, R-Millstadt, is hosting a free shred event and canned food drive from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, at the Bullpen Parking Lot, 101 N. Van Buren St. in New Athens, and is encouraging constituents to bring nonperishable food items for a local pantry. Schmidt said the event will offer on-site paper shredding and collection of nonperishable food donations. “Shredding documents that contain personal information gives people peace of mind and

Revity Credit Union Employees Raise $1,450 for the National Children's Cancer Society

2 days 16 hours ago
GRANITE CITY – Revity Credit Union employees came together to raise $1,450 for the National Children's Cancer Society (NCCS) through their ongoing Jeans for Generations program. Revity Credit Union’s Jeans for Generations program reflects the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, empowering employees to support organizations that make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Each month, Revity employees contribute donations to a selected charity and, in return, enjoy

Teens recovering after being shot by officer Sunday evening

2 days 16 hours ago
Two teenagers who were shot by a St. Louis County police officer responding to a disturbance at a party late Sunday night are in stable condition, while a third juvenile injured by broken glass has since been released from the hospital. In addition, every juvenile taken into custody at the party has been released without being charged.
Kevin S. Held