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Over the years Brenda Gilliam has collected thousands of images to use as inspiration for future paintings, grouped by subject matter. These images are comprised of her photos and sketches, […]

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The St. Louis Jewish Community Center’s biannual Used Book Sale returns to the Staenberg Family Complex Arts & Education Building Sunday, January 26 through Thursday, January 30, 2025. Patrons can […]

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In celebration of the 150th anniversary of the completion of the iconic Eads Bridge, Eads Bridge at 150 examines the complexities of its design, its construction, and the role it has played since it opened […]

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Shinichi Sawada: Agents of Clay is the artist’s first solo museum exhibition in the U.S. For more than two decades, Sawada – who is based in Japan’s Shiga Prefecture – […]

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Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II explores the story of the US Army’s 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, a top-secret unit who waged war with inflatable tanks […]

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The 1904 World’s Fair was a fascinating yet complex event that continues to evoke a range of emotions. It was grand and shameful. It was full of fun and full […]

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LGBTQIA+ people have been part of St. Louis from the beginning. But until recently, their lives, struggles, and contributions have often been overlooked. In Gateway to Pride, the Missouri History Museum […]

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Presented by the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum, The Artist Who Captured Eichmann is a captivating temporary exhibition that tells the exciting exploits of Peter Malkin, a Mossad agent […]

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American artist Scott Burton (1939–1989) made what he described as “sculpture in love with furniture.” Highlighting the breadth of Burton’s innovative practice as a sculptor, performance artist and public artist, […]

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With a focus on Britain, Italy and the U.S., Bolts of Color highlights the Saint Louis Art Museum’s recent acquisitions of post-WWII textiles, all made during the height of the […]

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The Work of Art: The Federal Art Project, 1935–1943 presents a remarkable group of artworks that reflect the creative efforts of artists working under difficult circumstances. During the Great Depression, […]

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Sammy Shafer Jr. is charged with hiring a hitman to kill his wife's girlfriend last week. Portia Rowland, 32, was shot to death while warming up her car.

Advocates say the canopy has been cut on some parts of Missouri’s longest hiking path—but a management tweak would help

Andrew Jones is one of four candidates for mayor in the March 4 primary. He faces incumbent Tishaura Jones, 8th Ward Alderwoman Cara Spencer, and Recorder of Deeds Michael Butler.

"My name is Susan Robbins and I am announcing my intention to run for the office of Godfrey Village Clerk in the upcoming municipal election scheduled for April 1, 2025. As the current Village Clerk, I have had the privilege of serving the residents of Godfrey for the last year and a half. I began working for Godfrey Township in 2001, starting in the Godfrey Township Supervisor’s office and worked for Godfrey Township until it was dissolved in 2019. I transferred to the Village of Godfrey in January of 2019 to serve as Deputy Clerk for 4 years, with the previous Village Clerk, Bethany Bohn. I was appointed in April 2023 by The Mayor and The Village Board of Trustees to fill the remaining term of Village Clerk after Mrs. Bohn passed away. I have the knowledge and experience to effectively perform the duties of the Village Clerk, having worked in the Village Clerk’s office for the past 6 years. I have completed extensive Municipal Clerk training over the years and have earne

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ALTON – Alton Little Theater is thrilled to announce an exciting addition to its entertainment lineup: Steve Shininger and The ShinSings Orchestra for one performance only! Join us on Sunday, February 23rd at 2:30 PM for an unforgettable afternoon of live music featuring the very best in timeless classics and beloved hits. The ShinSings Orchestra, a 13-piece "little big band," brings an incredible repertoire spanning artists such as Frank Sinatra, Michael Bublé, Brian Setzer, James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and more! The remarkable vocal talents of Steve Shininger will transport audiences with renditions of iconic songs that have stood the test of time. "We’re ecstatic to host Steve Shininger and The ShinSings Orchestra at Alton Little Theater," says Eric Sykes, Executive Director. "This concert is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience exceptional live music in an intimate setting. It's a perfect way to brighten u

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When it was announced that both Graham Nash and Stephen Stills would be playing FireAid there was hope that the former Crosby, Stills & Nash bandmates would be reuniting for…

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Github is also revealing a widespread, scattershot effort to nuke not only "DEI" but things that have nothing to do with it.

Did you know that Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day for food consumption in the United States, right after Thanksgiving? Each year, Americans consume an average of 1.4 billion chicken wings, 11 million pounds of chips, and an astounding 8 million pounds of guacamole. This gastronomic extravaganza is just one facet of a day that has evolved from a mere championship game into a cultural spectacle that captivates millions around the globe. How did the Super Bowl become such a significant part of American culture, and what does it say about us as a society? The Birth of the Super Bowl The Super Bowl traces its roots back to the merger of the National Football League (NFL) and the American Football League (AFL) in the late 1960s. The inaugural Super Bowl, played on January 15, 1967, featured the Green Bay Packers and the Kansas City Chiefs, drawing a modest audience of around 60 million viewers. At that time, the event was simply the championship game between the two leagues,

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