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Kroger Co. has brought St. Louis-based pharmacy benefits services provider Express Scripts back into the fold after a couple of years apart.

EDWARDSVILLE - Patricia Lowe, a longtime Edwardsville resident and healthcare administrator, has announced her candidacy for the Edwardsville District 7 School Board. With over two decades of community involvement and extensive leadership experience, Lowe brings a wealth of expertise in administration, education, and community advocacy to her campaign. "As a mother of four District 7 graduates and a 24-year resident of this community, I have a deep understanding of our school system's strengths and the challenges we face," says Lowe. "My experience in healthcare administration, coupled with my background in education and community service, uniquely positions me to contribute to the continued success of our schools." Lowe's professional background includes eight years as Administrator of a healthcare facility in Troy, Illinois, where she has demonstrated strong leadership in operations management, staff development, and fiscal oversight. She holds an associate degree in healthcare

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The Missouri Senate has launched a new online portal for residents to submit reports of "government duplication, waste, or inefficiencies," aligning with the DOGE initiative established during Donald Trump's current administration.

The parent of the area bank posted a big loss in the fourth quarter, but said it has taken "significant steps" to reduce credit risk.

Missouri lawmakers are hoping to reduce cell-phone usage in schools with bipartisan legislation that would require school districts make a policy restricting mobile devices during instructional time. State Reps. Kathy Steinhoff, a Columbia Democrat, and Jamie Gragg, a Republican from Ozark, presented similar bills in the House Elementary and Secondary Education Committee Wednesday afternoon. The […]

William E. Jones, former chief of the Louisiana, Missouri, Police Department, was indicted in January 2023 on charges that include drug trafficking, drug possession and second-degree murder.

This is a nice, fat seagull hanging out at the Seal Beach pier at sunrise, with the Long Beach skyline in the background.

EDWARDSVILLE — The NAACP Edwardsville Branch is celebrating the 90th birthday of Dr. Carl Jason Sr., a prominent figure in the community and a former president of the organization. The tribute was announced in a recent post on the branch's social media platform, recognizing Dr. Jason's significant contributions to civil rights and community advocacy. Dr. Jason, honored as a "true living legend," has dedicated his life to the fight for justice and equality, Traci Daniels, president of the Edwardsville branch of the NAACP said. "His efforts have been instrumental in breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations." The Edwardsville branch of the NAACP proclamation accompanying the announcement highlights his leadership and unwavering commitment to uplifting the community. The NAACP Edwardsville Branch continues to honor his legacy and the impact he has made on countless lives throughout his career. The Edwardsville

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ALTON - Alton High School’s Construction Trades program recently donated their time and labor to build a Little Free Pantry in Alton. The students of the Construction Trades class are definite Difference Makers in their community. On Feb. 5, 2025, students and Construction Trades teacher Derrick Davault stopped by Centerstone at 2615 Edwards Street in Alton to celebrate the unveiling of the new Little Free Pantry . The pantry is stocked with nonperishable foods, personal hygiene products, household items and more, and it is available for community members to take from and donate to. Davault explained that Brittany McCrady, LCSW, at Centerstone reached out and asked if the Construction Trades class would contribute to the project. Centerstone supplied the lumber, and Alton High School donated the tin. The class worked together to build the pantry for the community. “We started small, but then I was like, ‘Let’s make it huge.’ And we did,”

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Back in 2022, former New York Times reporter Ben Smith and friends launched a new media company named Semafor on the back of $25 million in donations. You might recall that one of the organization’s launch events didn’t go particularly well: a “trust in news” event that somehow didn’t see the problem with platforming and amplifying millionaire propagandist Tucker […]

Outfielder Lars Nootbaar has gone to a salary arbitration hearing with the St. Louis Cardinals, arguing he should be paid $2.95 million instead of the team’s $2.45 million offer. Nootbaar hit .244 with 12 homers and 45 RBIs last year, when he earned $761,000. He was eligible for arbitration for the first time. Cardinals right-hander Andre Pallante, Washington first baseman Nathaniel Lowe and Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo also remain scheduled for hearings, which run through Feb. 14.

Capacity, the St. Louis-based artificial intelligence-driven software company, has acquired a United Kingdom-based scheduling software business.

The developer who last year purchased the AT&T Tower Wednesday disclosed plans for a $350 million redevelopment of the massive, vacant downtown St. Louis skyscraper, saying new subsidies being weighed by state lawmakers are critical to the project’s completion.

The rental vacancy rate at the end of 2024 was 6.9%: The rental vacancy rate is generally considered a good proxy for the tightness of the housing market. It went steadily down from 2016-22, suggesting that we were building too little housing and people were having a hard time finding a place to live. But ...continue reading "Finding an apartment is getting easier"

Police on Wednesday identified the woman who was shot and killed near a QuikTrip this weekend.

A St. Louis tax preparer pleaded guilty on Monday to filing at least 41 fraudulent tax returns costing the IRS over $312,000

ALTON - Centerstone has unveiled a new Little Free Pantry for community members to take from and donate to. Located at 2615 Edwards Street in Alton, Centerstone provides mental health and substance use treatment for Riverbend residents. They have officially launched their Little Free Pantry, a red box on Main Street where people can drop off or take nonperishable foods, personal care items and more. “One thing I’d really love to drive home is that it’s here on Centerstone’s property, but it is genuinely for our Alton community and neighbors,” said Brittany McCrady, LCSW, who helped initiate the Little Free Pantry’s installation. “Everyone can give to it as they’re able. Everyone can help keep it clean and safe and put together. Everyone can come use it and take from it what they need.” McCrady noted that Little Free Pantry is an international movement. Communities across the country have Little Free Pantries available. Du

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The Black Crowes are resurrecting their fan club.Frontman Chris Robinson announced the return of the Crowe-Mafia on social media, with the post describing it as a “community to connect with…

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Today on TAP: The big media outlets do themselves no favor by trying appeasement.