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JASPER COUNTY, Mo. — Jasper County authorities are asking for the public's help in locating a vehicle that might be connected to a death investigation. Jasper County Sheriff's Office investigators said in a release Tuesday they're looking for a red or maroon, 2010 Chevy Cobalt with Oklahoma license plate PIH667. Its passenger-side rear door bears [...]

Polling shows how Missourians feel about a sports wagering amendment on the November ballot

From Retrofit Magazine: by Susan Pruchnicki and Michelle Wells of Bond Architects Designed by Smith + Entzeroth in the late 1960s, the University City Public Library in University City, Mo., is a striking example of Brutalist design. Smith + Entzeroth is well known in St. Louis architectural history for a distinctive aesthetic found in commercial, […]

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WEST ALTON, MO – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Rivers Project and the Audubon Center at Riverlands invite the community to celebrate National Public Lands Day (NPLD) with an exciting new event focused on the monarch butterfly and native plant conservation. On September 28th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM join monarch and native plant enthusiasts alike for “Monarchs & Milkweed”, a family-friendly volunteering event at the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary. National Public Lands Day is the largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands in the United States. The 2024 theme, “Together for Tomorrow,” emphasizes the importance of collective action in environmental stewardship. “National Public Lands Day fosters a strong connection between people and the environment, educating and cultivating environmental stewards” said Park Ranger, Corrinne O’Brien. “From education stations and service projects, there is something for the entire

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IMPACT Strategies, Inc. announces the completion of the new SIHF Healthcare Medical Clinic located at 1120 N. East Street in Olney, Illinois. Under a highly accelerated timeline, IMPACT completed the project two weeks ahead of schedule. With this completion, IMPACT has provided SIHF Healthcare with a new 12,400 sf clinic that will serve the community […]

MT. VERNON – A man from southern Illinois recently claimed some serious cash, a cool $1 million, after scratching an Illinois Lottery Instant Ticket. The winning ticket, $10 Million , was purchased at Circle K gas station and convenience store, located at 1710 S. 10th Street in Mount Vernon, IL. “My girlfriend scratched the ticket and kept on staring at it and saying, ‘This can’t be right, this can’t be right’ - so I took a look and then ended up saying the same thing,” laughed the winner, who has requested to remain anonymous. “Once it sank in that we had won $1 million, we were both dumbfounded and happy at the same time – a moment we will never forget.” When asked what he plans to do with the winnings, the newfound millionaire replied, “Fulfill our dream and buy a new house, give a little love to my family and hopefully retire a little earlier.” This is also a win for Circle K for selling the winning ticket,

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A firefighter-paramedic with the Kansas City Fire Department has died following a medical emergency late Tuesday morning.

ALTON - Lauren Massey has emerged as a pivotal figure for her Alton Redbirds' girls tennis team, providing not only stellar performances on the court but also demonstrating exceptional leadership qualities. Acting as a vocal leader, she stands out during practices and matches, according to her coach, Jesse Macias. This leadership has been described as a significant benefit to the team, emphasizing her commitment to putting the team first. Lauren is an Auto Butler Female Athlete of the Month for Alton High. Massey, alongside her doubles partner and sister, Grace, has had an impressive season so far. Despite initial reservations from their coach about the siblings playing together, the duo has proven to be a formidable team. They secured a second-place finish at the Andy Simpson Doubles Invite in the #2 doubles category and achieved fourth place at the Sacred Heart Griffin Invite in the #1 doubles category. "She is playing really well this year," Coach Macias noted, highlighting Massey’s

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Election security experts said the breach is unlikely to affect the upcoming election, but could make affected individuals susceptible to identity theft.

Either court could issue a stay on Marcellus Williams' execution, set for Sept. 24, to give the judges time to review the filings.

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson is the guest of honor Tuesday night at a fundraiser for a pair of PACs at the home of a longtime Jefferson City lobbyist. The event is being advertised as a “celebration of public service” for the Republican governor and First Lady Teresa Parson. It’s hosted by Steve Tilley, a longtime lobbyist and adviser for Parson. It coincides with Parson’s 69th birthday.  Some of the invitations ask for donations to Uniting Missouri PAC, the political action committee created…

Grateful Dead’s Bobby Weir is putting his stamp on the second annual Dead Ahead Festival.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is curating the five-night fest, taking place Jan. 9-13,…

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This year's Inno Under 25 list highlights eight members of St. Louis' next generation of entrepreneurs who are determined to leave their mark in retail, education, cosmetics, health and more. Nominators suggested younger-than-25 entrepreneurs, founders, innovators and leaders in tech and business whom the St. Louis Business Journal chose and profiled: Christina and Mary Trivisonno, Washington University students and twin sisters, created a probiotic skincare line, Chick. Samuel Brehm, a WashU…

GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College and CJD E-Cycling will host a community e-Waste event from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, Sept. 20 and Saturday, Sept. 21 in the Tolle Lane parking lot across from the college’s Godfrey Campus. Most items will be accepted for free, providing community members with a secure, Earth-friendly option for discarding used electronics. The following is a sampling of the items that will be accepted: Servers Switches, PC towers Printers Landline phones Cable boxes Cell phones Wireless modems Servers Audio and video equipment Holiday lights Home electronics Lead acid batteries CRT, Console, Projection, Plasma, and Flat Screen TVs and computer monitors. (Please note that CRT, Projection, Plasma, Console, and Flat Screen TV’s will be accepted with a minimal charge between $5 and $35 based on size; computer monitors with no tower will be accepted with a minimal charge of $5-$10.) Dehumidifiers and Refrigerators ($5-$10 each)

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