You probably already know the benefits of learning a language, so let’s focus on the app. Right off the bat, let’s be clear about one thing: When we say “app” we don’t mean that you’re limited to using Babbel on your phone. You can use Babbel on desktop, too, and your progress is synchronized across […]
From Leader Publications: Eureka has put the long-awaited Allenton Bridge replacement project on hold due to higher-than-expected estimated construction costs. Mayor Sean Flower said in a statement on Oct. 29 that the city received one bid for the bridge replacement project the was significantly higher than the $9 million estimated cost by the design firm […]
From Webster-Kirkwood Times: Council chambers in Webster Groves were packed Monday night as citizens voiced opinions on a divisive proposal for the development of a new mental health facility. The plan was unanimously green-lighted that same night by the Webster Groves Plan Commission and will now move to the city council for review. The project […]
A friend asked me yesterday if turnout was really down this year. The answer is yes, but it's a bit trickier than it seems. Turnout was 158 million in 2020 and looks like it will end up around 154 million this year. But 2020 was a big spike year and might not be a fair ...continue reading "Was turnout really down in 2024?"
From The Intelligencer: On Monday, Chairman and CEO Tom Hough announced that Carrollton Bank will be building a new 2-1/2 story bank building in downtown Edwardsville where the old Hardee’s/DaVita Dialysis building was on Buchanan Street, next to the bank’s drive-up facility at the intersection of Buchanan and Schwarz Street. When the new building is […]
WASHINGTON — U.S. House Republican leaders said Tuesday voters have given them a “mandate” to enact as much conservative policy as possible once they gain unified control of the federal government in January, but declined to provide details about exactly what policies they’d seek to enact. “The American people want us to implement and deliver […]
Missouri American Water is seeking to increase rates by $18 per month for its customers in St. Louis County, St. Charles County and Jefferson County, with the proposed rate hikes aimed at supporting ongoing water and wastewater system investments.
From Fast Company: Although I have a good gig as a full professor at Iowa State University, I’ve daydreamed about learning a trade—something that required both my mind and my hands. So in 2018, I started night courses in welding at Des Moines Area Community College. For three years, I studied different types of welding […]
Roger Daltrey has confirmed that The Who will be back on the road next year.The Belfast Telegraph reports that the rocker told the PA news agency that The Who has “a…
A panel of Missouri appellate judges ruled Tuesday that the constitution’s “plain, unambiguous” language means cities and counties cannot stack marijuana sales taxes. The Missouri Court of Appeals Eastern District’s decision reversed a lower court’s ruling in May that allowed both Florissant and St. Louis County to impose a 3% sales tax on marijuana products. […]
Kurt Warner tells 5 On Your Side the organization he and Brenda formed has collected and distributed 300,000 coats to cold kids in need over nearly 25 years.
Keleher served in Belleville from 1984 to 1993 before he was promoted to archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. He retired in 2005.
It hasn't necessarily been smooth sailing for the St. Louis Blues of late. Nearing the quarter point of their 2024-25 campaign, the Blues have endured several notable blowout losses and are seemingly stretched thin with their depth due to injuries.
GLEN CARBON - A Granite City man remains in custody following multiple cases of battery against police officers, a nurse, and more on two different occasions. Bruce E. Kelly, 70, of Granite City, was charged in two separate cases with aggravated battery of a peace officer. In one case, he was additionally charged with battery and resisting a peace officer. The charges, filed on Nov. 7, 2024, stem from two separate incidents on Oct. 30 and Nov. 3, 2024. On Oct. 30, Kelly allegedly “threw a brown liquid” on a Glen Carbon Police officer and pushed a nurse. On Nov. 3, he reportedly spit on another victim and a different Glen Carbon Police officer before resisting arrest. Kelly was remanded to jail for his initial court appearance in both cases. Madison County Sheriff’s Office records indicate he currently remains in custody. The issuance of charges is based solely upon probable cause and is not an indication of guilt. All subjects charged with criminal offenses
JERSEYVILLE — The Jersey Community High School FFA Ag Sales team has earned a spot in the state competition after a strong performance at the District Agriculture Sales Career Development Event. The event took place on Oct. 29, 2024, in Springfield, Illinois, hosted by Brandt. The team, comprised of students Meredith Dougherty, Katie Cornelius, Ashlen Scott, and Clay Wadlow, secured third place in the competition following extensive preparation that included study, practice, and hands-on experience. Their achievement not only highlights their dedication but also showcases the skills they have developed through their involvement in the Future Farmers of America program. With this recent success, the team is set to travel at the end of November to compete against the top-placing teams from across Illinois in the state competition. This opportunity allows them to further demonstrate their abilities in agricultural sales and gain valuable experience in the field.
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