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City Invites Community to Two North St. Louis Neighborhood Planning Events

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The City of St. Louis invites residents, stakeholders and community partners to participate in two significant upcoming PlanSTL neighborhood planning events in the North St. Louis neighborhoods that are part of Plan Areas 3 and 5. These events represent important milestones in the City’s ongoing efforts to shape inclusive, community-driven neighborhood plans and progress for […]

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Dede Hance

Play It Again Sports - Friday, Jan. 30 - Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, Roundup

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS ROUNDUP BOYS BASKETBALL BELLEVILLE EAST 68, BELLEVILLE ALTHOFF CATHOLIC 54: East led Althoff at halftime 30-25, and went on to win in a crosstown rivalry game at Glenn Schott Center. Kyle Johnson led the Crusaders with 18 points, while Luke Smith had 16 points, and Michael Franklin, Jr. scored 10 points. The Lancers are now 9-14, while Althoff slips to 11-12. COLUMBIA 47, PINCKNEYVILLE 45: In a shootout at Pinckneyville, the host Panthers le

The Shift in Laclede’s Landing From Nightlife to Neighborhood

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From First Alert 4: Laclede’s Landing is emerging as a growing residential district, just steps from the Gateway Arch. While the nightlife and club scene have long passed, new apartment units and supporting neighborhood businesses have been bringing back a sense of place and vibrancy to the historic district during the day. Camille Jackson opened […]

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Dede Hance

Edwardsville Police Receives Grant for Crisis Care Kits

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EDWARDSVILLE – The Edwardsville Police Department will be able to equip its officers with special crisis care response kits, thanks to a $13,875 grant awarded by the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®. The crisis care response kits contain items used to administer aid in the event of a critical emergency until medical personnel can arrive. They will be placed in all active police fleet vehicles for quick access to improve the department’s lifesaving capabilities. “We

Darren Bailey Advocates for No Tax on Tips Law

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LOUISVILLE, IL. — Darren Bailey, former State Senator and candidate for Governor, is urging lawmakers to enact recently introduced legislation to opt the state into the federal “No Tax on Tips” policy. House Bill 4519 would give hospitality workers the same state tax benefits they currently enjoy on the federal portion of their taxes. It would exempt state taxes on tips up to $25,000. “It is time for both Democrats and Republicans to act in the best interests of

The Future of Data Centers

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From Brookings: Artificial intelligence is the transformative technology of our time. As argued in the Brookings Press book, “Turning Point: Policymaking in the Era of Artificial Intelligence,” it is powering applications in finance, health care, education, transportation, defense, and e-commerce, among other sectors. AI’s ability to process large amounts of information and act independently on […]

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Dede Hance

Tri-Township Library Expands Cards for Kids Program

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TROY, IL. – The Tri-Township Public Library and its Board of Trustees are proud to announce a landmark update to its membership policy. Following a unanimous vote during the board meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, the library has officially approved the expanded Cards for Kids Act. This initiative ensures that every child between the ages of 5 and 18 within the community now has access to the library’s full suite of resources at no cost. By removing financial and residency barriers,

St. Louis to host Olympic soccer at Energizer Park in 2028

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For the first time in more than a century, the Olympics are coming back to St. Louis. In 2028, soccer fans from around the globe will flock to the Gateway City to watch matches here at Energizer Park, the home of the St. Louis City SC.
Caroline Pettey

Why Hasn’t Modular Taken Over the Construction Industry?

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From Offsite Straight Talk: For more than three decades, I’ve watched modular construction be praised, dismissed, misunderstood, overpromised, underdelivered, and then rediscovered again like it’s something brand new. Every few years, someone asks the same question differently: “Why hasn’t modular taken over the construction industry?” They usually expect the answer to be marketing. It’s not. […]

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Dede Hance

Fifth Annual Black History Month Exhibit in Alton: A Celebration of Heritage and Community

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ALTON – Sheila Goins is proud to announce the opening of its fifth annual Black History Month exhibit, which will take place from February 9 through the end of the month. The exhibit will be open to the public from 8 AM to 5 PM, mirroring the hours of Alton City Hall. This year, First Lady Sheila Goins is thrilled to present an enriching showcase of the profound contributions made by African-American pioneers in Alton, Illinois. “I am especially excited to share the robust history

Budzinski Votes No on DHS Funding Bill, Demands ICE Accountability 

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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) voted against a Continuing Resolution that would provide additional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, citing ongoing failures in leadership, accountability, and public safety. “The American people have witnessed firsthand the deadly consequences of mismanagement and a complete lack of accountability at DHS. That must change now. Congress has a responsibility to ensure that federal agencies protect public safety

Whitfield School Advances Whitfield 2030 Vision With Integrated Campus Transformation

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Whitfield School is advancing a comprehensive reimagining of its campus facilities as part of its long-range Whitfield 2030 strategic plan, with Bond Architects leading the design effort. Together, a new academic center, a re-envisioned central courtyard, and a multipurpose athletic facility are intended to align the school’s physical environment with its academic mission, community life, […]

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Tom Finan

Congresswoman Mary Miller Advocates Strong Immigration Measures

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Mary Miller said in two recent social media posts on her two Facebook pages that “mass migration from regions that reject Western values” is bringing ideologies “like Sharia law” to the United States and that “a strong majority of Americans support enforcing immigration laws and deporting illegal aliens,” while criticizing “Democrats” and part of the news media. Miller, an Illinois Republican, made the

Gov. Pritzker Announces Path To Full Pension Funding

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CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker reaffirmed his commitment to the core principles he outlined in his FY2025 budget proposal to manage Illinois pension commitments through a set of proposals designed to build on the state’s recent fiscal progress and further reduce long-term risk for taxpayers and retirees. The plans follow steps already taken that have produced Illinois’ strongest pension funded ratio in nearly two decades and reflects a continued focus on doubling down on fiscal