RIVERBEND - Pride Month has come to an end, but there are still a lot of local resources available for LGBTQ+ kids and adults. No matter where you fall on the LGBTQ+ spectrum, there are organizations in place to help you stay healthy, happy and connected with other queer community members. Support groups, community centers and more are available locally to support you. “It was good to bring something over here because we’ve met a lot of people that have not even known other trans people in the area,” said Jamie Donelson, who helps facilitate a support group for transgender, nonbinary and gender expansive people in Alton. “You’re not alone.” Alton Pride Alton Pride is the organization that sponsors the city’s Pride festival every September. They recently began hosting support groups every third Saturday of the month for kids and adults. The adult group is for anyone over age 18 and runs from 10–11:15 a.m., while the kids group
The 10th biannual exhibition curated from artists within 200 miles. Opening May 7th and on display through October, the 10th Biannual will feature 32 artists and 41 works from a […]
Return to a time when steamboats ruled the river. The one-hour narrated riverfront cruise aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch explores the history of downtown St. Louis, including the […]
The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis on Friday, the 10th anniversary of Michael Brown Jr.'s death, said an $8.5 million shopping plaza is designed to promote economic growth in Dellwood, Ferguson and the surrounding communities.
Gateway Global, a nonprofit workforce development organization that trains people for geospatial careers, has opened the first phase of its planned campus in north St. Louis.
On Friday, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed a law that automatically starts the expungement timeline for juvenile offenders as soon as they’re released from detention. It’s a move aimed at helping young people who’ve served their time in juvenile detention centers clear their records.
It has been 10 years since Michael Brown Jr. was shot and killed in Ferguson, sparking national attention. His father, Michael Brown Sr., sat down to discuss the memories surrounding that day in 2014 and the impact he's looking to make on other's lives to honor his son.
Friday marks 10 years since the death of Michael Brown. The community held events in the Ferguson area, including a Unity Walk and a moment of silence.
As the school year rapidly approaches, KIPP Wisdom Academy held a back-to-school night Friday. However, this event was more than just a meet-and-greet; it was a celebration of excellence in education.
You know, when you’ve written as much as I have about trademark disputes, there are times when you think you’ve seen everything, only to have the universe remind you that the depth of silliness around trademarks can always get deeper. The subject of today’s conversation is going to be a certification mark. While afforded similar […]
Michael Brown Sr. started 'Chosen For Change' shortly after the death of his son. The group held its largest fundraiser of the year a decade after it happened.
Big news today! Revenue at Donald Trump's social media company was up $70,000 in the second quarter: If this growth trend keeps up, Trump Media might have quarterly revenue of $920,000 by the end of the year. That's almost a million dollars! They also reported a profit of -$16 million. They reported nearly $20 million ...continue reading "Trump Media almost has revenue of $1 million"
Eight-year-old Tina Denmark knows she was born to play Pippi Longstocking, and she’ll do anything to win the part in her school musical. Her mother, fellow students, and the rest […]