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BRUSSELS/EDWARDSVILLE/BELLEVILLE - The St. Louis Shakespeare Festival will cross the river to bring “The Tempest” to three local parks. On Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, audiences can stop by Brussels Heritage Park in Brussels to catch the show. The production will return to the Riverbend on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at City Park in Edwardsville, then on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, at Bellevue Park in Belleville. The show runs from 6:30–8 p.m. and is completely free for audiences to attend. “Whatever barriers there might be, we want to just swat those out of the way,” explained Producing Artistic Director Tom Ridgely. “If it’s the cost of the ticket, forget about that. If it’s a river or a bridge or a road that you’re not used to crossing over, we’ll go ahead and cross that ourselves and meet you where you are. We want to make it as easy as possible for folks to just try it out if they haven’t tried it out before.” Ridgl

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ALTON – Country music sensation Scotty McCreery delivered a stellar performance at the Alton Amphitheater on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, marking a significant success for the venue and the city. The event, organized by the Alton Amphitheater Commission, drew a large crowd, with perfect weather contributing to the evening's success. "We are always thrilled when we bring a national act to Alton. The show was a huge success; people loved it. Scotty put on a great show, and the weather was perfect. By all accounts, it was a home run," said Dan Herkert, Chair of the Alton Amphitheater Commission. McCreery, who has been a prominent figure in the country music scene since winning "American Idol" in 2011, showcased his down-to-earth personality and genuine connection with fans during the event. "Just in the little bit of chance I had before the show, I could see what a very down-to-earth artist he is. He is not one that has an ego. It was great to see him interact with the meet-and-greet

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The city of St. Louis said Monday it would seek an audit of Saint Louis Public Schools, amid leadership controversies and a reported change in its financial position.

BELLEVILLE – The St. Clair County Sheriff's Department has announced the passing of retired Deputy Kenneth Joseph, a dedicated public servant whose career spanned over two decades in law enforcement. Joseph, who graduated from Freeburg Community High School in 1958, began his career by serving in the United States Navy for four years. After his military service, he pursued higher education and earned a degree in Criminal Justice from McKendree College. Joseph's law enforcement career commenced in the Village of Freeburg, where he served as a police officer before joining the St. Clair County Sheriff's Department in 1973. Joseph spent 22 years with the St. Clair County Sheriff's Department, retiring in 1995. His contributions to the community were significant, and he is remembered for his unwavering commitment to public safety. "We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of retired St. Clair County Sheriff’s Deputy, Mr. Kenneth Joseph," stated the department in a

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These local eateries specialize in plant-based menu items.

Officers with the Hawk Point Police Department rescued the victim during a traffic stop after realizing she was a minor who had run away from home.

ALTON — A fire early Sunday morning, Aug. 11, 2024, completely gutted an unoccupied house undergoing renovation in the 2600 block of Salu Street in Alton, according to local authorities. Firefighters responded to the blaze after receiving a call at 5 a.m. Upon arrival, they found the brick house fully engulfed in flames, with fire burning through the roof. Alton firefighters immediately called for assistance from the East Alton Fire Department. Despite their combined efforts to battle the fire defensively, the house was ultimately gutted and the roof was destroyed. The intense heat from the blaze also caused damage to a neighboring house on the west side, resulting in melted siding and a broken window. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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The Election Board is currently accepting applications for the position of Manager-ADA.

The STL Fringe Festival 2024 headline production is a roaring good time.

Single-game tickets go on sale to the general public through Ticketmaster.com starting at 10 a.m.

The shooting happened at the MotoMart at 3751 South Jefferson Ave.

In one of several ongoing campaigns of hate in our country, the Iowa legislature passed a law that not only changed what schools could teach, but what students could be allowed to read. First, let’s get to the changes to the state’s health curriculum, which is nothing less than the erasure of HIV/AIDS sufferers. The […]

The Doobie Brothers have added some new dates to their 2024 tour.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers have announced four additional East Coast shows: two nights at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, New…

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The City of St. Louis offers a wide range of programs for children and teenagers looking for fun and safe activities after school.

BELLEVILLE — The identities of a Belleville woman and child who were killed Sunday when a vehicle crashed into a home were released Monday by authorities. Shavonne Green, 35, and Torianna Bohanna, 4, were pronounced dead at the scene in the 100 block of South 8th Street, according to St. Clair County Coroner Calvin Dye Sr. Green was pronounced dead at 11:44 a.m., and Bohanna at 11:46 a.m., Dye said. On August 11, 2024, at approximately 9:11 a.m., Belleville Police responded to the 100 block of South 8th Street following reports of a vehicle collision that resulted in a structure fire. Upon arrival, officers found a fully involved structure fire and managed to rescue one juvenile male from the building. However, Green and Bohanna were located deceased inside the residence after the fire was extinguished. Preliminary information at the scene indicated that a person of interest fled on foot. Belleville Police, along with several assisting agencies, quickly canvassed the area.

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EDWARDSVILLE – State Senator Erica Harriss has partnered with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to help bring professional licensing assistance to the Metro East. “A top constituent issue at my office has been the delays and challenges with IDFPR,” said Senator Harriss. “While my office has had success in working alongside this state agency as they navigate transitioning to a more modern system, it made sense to bring them to our area to further assist those having trouble with their applications.” The IDFPR is Illinois’ primary regulatory agency, responsible for ensuring that professional licenses—covering a wide range of fields including healthcare, social work, and business—meet the state’s legislative and regulatory requirements. "We're fortunate to have so many skilled professionals in the Metro East," Senator Harriss added. "It's our responsibility as a state to ensure that licenses

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