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The Missouri Department of Transportation is now treating the roads ahead of this second wave of snow, unlike its earlier plan to hold off on treatment over fears of refreezing.

Colder temperatures usually result in more snow per inch of water. Here's why.

COLLINSVILLE - IDOT Operations Engineer Joe Monroe has been out throughout the entire region today on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, observing the various state routes. When interviewed in the late morning, he said while high-volume interstate routes are generally in good shape, ramps were at that time somewhat hazardous due to snow accumulation and ongoing weather conditions. Monroe noted that the heaviest snowfall was occurring in the southern part of the region, with varying accumulation levels reported to the north. “If you are driving defensively, you can get where you need to go,” he advised. Traffic levels are crucial, he said, when it is this cold because sufficient vehicles moving at adequate speeds can help prevent snow from accumulating on the roads. As of early Tuesday afternoon, Interstate 255 was in decent condition, with plowing efforts ongoing in areas such as Homer Adams Parkway in Alton, which experienced more significant snowpack compared to other routes, Monroe

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by Dr. John Gaal Editor’s Note: Each week, Dr. John Gaal, director of worker wellness for the Missouri Works Initiative, a non-profit workforce formed by the Missouri AFL-CIO, collects and comments on news and trends in workforce wellness and life balance. Construction Forum carries the Worker Wellness & Well-Being Blog as a regular feature. The […]

Republican lawmakers in the Missouri Senate vowed to keep fighting against a voter-backed abortion rights amendment that passed in November.

KISS is commemorating the 50th anniversary of their classic track “Strutter” with a set of brand-new precious metal collectibles.The band has teamed with Precious Sound to release both pure gold and…

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On February 18, District 4 officers responded to a shooting in the 2900 block of James Cool Papa Bell, at approximately 10:48 a.m. Officers located a 55-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to his torso. A witness on scene told officers that an unknown man forced his way into their apartment, after a verbal […]

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BELLEVILLE - As temperatures drop across the region, several Belleville-O'Fallon area facilities are stepping up to provide warming centers for individuals in need. These temporary facilities are designed to offer relief during extreme cold but do not serve as overnight shelters. In Belleville, the Main and West branches of the Belleville Public Library, as well as the Programs & Services for Older Persons (PSOP) and The Salvation Army, are designated warming sites. The Main Branch of the Belleville Public Library is located at 121 E. Washington St. and can be reached at 618-234-0441. The West Branch is situated at 3414 W. Main St., with a contact number of 618-233-4366. PSOP is located at 201 N. Church St. and can be contacted at 618-234-4410. The Salvation Army operates from 20 Glory Place and is available at 618-235-7378. Fairview Heights also has resources available, with the Fairview Heights Public Library located at 10017 Bunkum Road. The library's hours are Monday through

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ALTON - Community members are invited to the new Riverbend Community Orchestra’s upcoming performance. At 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, Riverbend Community Orchestra (RCO) will perform at Calvary Baptist Church in Alton. The concert is free and will feature selections from musicals like “The Sound of Music,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “West Side Story” and more. Jamie Pullen, President of Alton Youth Symphony (AYS), explained that AYS piloted the creation of RCO a few months ago. AYS directors realized there was a “gap” between AYS, which is for fifth through eighth graders, and the more challenging repertoire of the Alton Symphony Orchestra (ASO) for adults. They created RCO so that high schoolers without an orchestra program available to them, as well as community members who want to play music but aren’t ready for ASO, have an option. “It's fulfilling a lot of different needs,” Pullen said. “Thi

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You probably saw that one of Donald Trump’s early executive orders was to demand that the Gulf Of Mexico be renamed the Gulf Of America. It’s pointless pseudo-productivity, and an obvious effort to excite his base’s nationalist and racist tendencies. Amoral cowards at Google got right to work making the change in their map products, […]

Dick’s Sporting Goods will hold a grand opening at 2399 Troy Road on March 14-16.

The City of St. Louis can be known for a lot of things, from gooey butter cake, the Gateway Arch, and the 1904 World Fair, but did you know we're also the first city to receive a cow from a plane?

The decision follows a stalemate at the Board of Aldermen in which a plan to spend $11 million of Rams relocation settlement money on the Railway Exchange failed to proceed.

Update: The 40-year-old has been identified as Charles Brown of the 6500 Minnesota Avenue.

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Jackson Browne has been added to the 38th annual Tibet House US Benefit Concert, taking place March 3 at Carnegie Hall in New York City.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer…

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From RiverBender:  Several Alton residents braved the cold on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, to watch the installation of a new clock at the historic Wedge building. Located at 620 E. Broadway in downtown Alton, the Wedge building has been transformed into The Wedge Innovation Center. The building, owned by AltonWorks, previously had a clock situated […]

Gray Design Group is proud to announce the growth of our team with the promotion of five exceptional team members to Studio Lead and Studio Director positions, alongside the addition of two talented designers. The leadership changes reflect the firm’s growth, dedication to investing in leadership, mentorship and cultivating strong client relationships while continuing to […]

From West Newsmagazine:  Whether the historic Lake School House in Creve Coeur stays or goes still remains to be seen. Discussion at a Jan. 27 Creve Coeur City Council work session with the Parks & Historic Preservation (PHP) Committee covered a lot of ground related to the building’s issues, potential cost of renovations and its […]

From St. Louis Business Journal:  A developer working on a project to renovate a former North City health facility into low-income housing is contesting St. Louis’ rescission of federal funds meant to help. Kamran Khan’s Freedom Living says it is eyeing the project at the ex-Prince Hall Family Support Center, at 4405-11 N. Newstead in […]