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St. Louis County looks to outsource more staff, this time in human services
The move marks the latest shift from permanent staffing to temporary workers in St. Louis County government.
Alison's Dog Declared Best Dog Ever
Lucky the one-eyed french bulldog chihuahua mix!!! is the best dog!!!
Chipmunk Sighting
Super cute chipmunk spotted in Boulevard Heights Neighborhood!
Does anyone remember that radio station in the 90’s that was for kids? It was 95.5 but I can’t remember its name.
Lux Living Owners Indicted on Fraud Charges Alleging Minority Hiring Scheme
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The brothers behind one of the city’s most prolific apartment developers were indicted Friday on fraud charges related to the city’s minority hiring program. Vic Alston and Sid Chakraverty — along with their accountant, Shijing “Poppy” Cao — are accused in a federal indictment unsealed Friday of falsifying records related to […]
Missouri's 'best brunch and breakfast joint' found in St. Louis, food writers say
For those who truly believe breakfast is the most important meal of the day, finding the ideal eats to start the day is a top priority. Food writers recently praised one St. Louis restaurant as the best for brunch and breakfast in Missouri.
Newsom’s Unconstitutional AI Bills Draw First Amendment Lawsuit Within Minutes Of Signing
I do not understand why California Governor Gavin Newsom thinks he has to be the Democratic equivalent of Texas Governor Greg Abbott or Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, signing obviously unconstitutional laws for the sake of winning culture war arguments. It’s really shameful. It’s cheap political pandering, while disrespecting the rights of everyone he’s supposed to […]
The Unexpected Tool Required for Jobsites: Conflict Resolution
From Builder Online: General and trade contractors need more than just tools in their belts. They need conflict resolution tools, according to a report from Dodge Construction Network in partnership with Dusty Robotics. On the jobsite, contractors have an average of 17 interactions daily with people from other companies with 44% of those interactions involving […]
Developer Requests Relief From Main Street Development Escrow
From West Newsmagazine: Funds for the construction of Main Street have once more become an issue in a proposed development in Wildwood’s Town Center. TB Realty and Benton Homes have proposed a plan for 55 attached and detached single-family dwellings at the southeast corner of Eatherton Road and Crestview Drive in Wildwood, called Latitude N38. […]
Historical Society's Apple Festival Set for Saturday, Oct. 5
JERSEY COUNTY - The 33rd annual Apple Festival will be held Saturday, Oct. 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jersey County Historical Society, located at 601 N. State St. in Jerseyville. Nearly 40 vendors will be located throughout the grounds, selling pottery, jewelry, fall crafts, honey, and other goods. There is no charge to enter the grounds. Live entertainment will be offered throughout the day. Jersey Community High School students will perform from 9:30 to 11:30, the Gibson Girls from 12:00 to 1:00, Cash Goetten from 1:00 to 3:00, and the Jon Hetzel family from 3:00 to 5:00. From 10:00 to 4:00, children can complete pioneer chores, such as milking a cow, gathering eggs, doing laundry on a scrub board, and shelling and grinding corn. Children will earn a wooden coin for each chore completed, which can then be used to buy candy in an old-fashioned Mercantile. Children can also complete pioneer crafts and try their hand at some pioneer toys. The cost is $5 per child. Visitors
Gateway Arch Backers Buy Vacant St. Louis Hotel
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of the Gateway Arch grounds has announced it will buy the long-vacant Millennium Hotel on downtown’s riverfront. The group does not yet have a plan for the property, its leader said Thursday. Gateway Arch Park Foundation Executive Director Ryan McClure said his organization has two […]
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Sparks Junk Removal is "One-Stop Shop" for Trash
ALTON - Sparks Junk Removal & Hauling has had a rough month after a car crashed into the building , but owner Denise Sparks promises the company is still thriving. “Dude, we are busy. I love it, though,” Sparks said. “I listen to what needs are, and I try to deliver.” Sparks spoke candidly about “the unexpected drive-thru service” at her building, located at 2201 E. Broadway in Alton. She thanked the police department, fire department and Fred’s Towing for their quick response, as well as contractor Paul Yost with Tycon Builders. Sparks also noted her gratitude that no one was hurt or killed. She said that while this is a challenging time for the business, they are still going strong. “It’ll be behind us soon,” she added. “I’m still shocked about it. But you know what, I was always taught things happen for a reason. And I’m really digging down deep to try to figure out what that reason is.”
Staci Knox, LCSW, Elected to the National Association of Social Workers - Illinois Chapter Board of Directors
ALTON – Staci Knox, LCSW, manager, Psychological Services, OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center, was recently elected to serve a two-year term on the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) – Illinois Chapter board of directors. Knox’s successful election to the nine-person board of directors officially began July 1 and runs through June 30, 2026. In addition to her term on the Illinois Chapter’s board of directors, Knox will simultaneously serve as chairperson of the Southern (IL) District representing a 12-county region encompassing Alexander, Madison, Monroe, St. Clair, Randolph, Bond, Clay, Clinton, Edwards, Fayette, Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Lawrence, Marion, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Richland, Saline, Union, Wabash, Washington, Wayne, White, and Williamson. “It is an honor and privilege to be able to participate and engage with other social workers while developing leadership skills
City SC player Rasmus Alm to meet fans at Schnucks on Thursday
Soccer player Rasmus Alm is promoting Celsius energy drinks.
The Growing Moral Responsibility for Designing for Shade
From Building Design + Construction: In the tragic first chapter of Kim Stanley Robinson’s breakthrough novel, The Ministry of the Future, readers follow a caregiver as he navigates an Indian city amidst a crushing heat wave. The power grid fails. Mass death occurs. And, before and amidst it, people seek shade to survive. We read […]
Hwy 47 Bridge to Close September 27-29 for Demolition
From Lincoln News Now: Local motorists would be well advised to avoid the Highway 47 bridge in Troy next weekend as a portion of it will be demolished as part of Phase Two of the new diamond interchange being constructed there. According to Missouri Department of Transportation District Engineer Jeff Niemeyer, the bridge over U.S. […]
Sting announces fifth and final Los Angeles show, plus European, UK and Latin American tour dates
Sting is currently on his Sting 3.0 tour, and there’s been so much demand in Los Angeles that the rocker has added a fifth and final show in the city. The…
St. Louis among top 10 cities where its easiest to pay off a mortgage
Your ability to pay off your mortgage will depend on a variety of factors, including where you live.