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From St. Louis Business Journals:  A nonprofit that provides homes to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is seeking a site in St. Louis County to expand into the development of apartment buildings. St. Louis-based Promise Community Homes, founded in 1973 as Rainbow Village, received a multiyear grant for a new apartment building from the […]

From Riverbender.com:  Plans for two significant new National Scenic Byway corridor activation projects are moving forward in the Great Rivers & Routes region of southwest Illinois with both slated to open Spring 2026 along the Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway between Hartford and Grafton. The new Byway Discovery Center, a 4,500-square-foot visitor […]

ALTON - The Hayner Public Library District has a wide variety of services for readers. From their Dial-a-Story program to their multiple book clubs, Hayner offers something for every reader in the community. Mary Cordes, director of the Hayner Public Library District, noted that there are many services and programs available at Hayner’s official website , including plenty of resources for local bookworms. “Once you become a reader, you just want more and more and more and more,” Cordes said. Dial-a-Story is a popular feature that allows you to call Hayner’s line at 618-462-TALE (618-462-8253) to listen to a story recorded by a Hayner staff member. These stories are geared toward young children and take approximately five minutes to listen to. Cordes noted that they have added new features to the Dial-a-Story program, so there are now five stories to choose from every time you call in. They also started recording chapter books for older young

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In recent years, Marcus has also been known as an outspoken Republican party fundraiser.

The Painters Union has driven a bus through swing states trying to turn out union members for Kamala Harris. It hasn’t been the smoothest ride.

CHICAGO - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced that more than 200 teams of assistant attorneys general and investigators from his office will be monitoring the general election throughout Illinois on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. It has been the Attorney General’s office’s longstanding practice to monitor Election Day in Illinois to ensure that voters’ rights are protected and polling places are accessible. Raoul urged voters to call his office if they encounter suspected improper or illegal activity. Chicago and northern Illinois voters can call 1-866-536-3496. Central and southern Illinois voters can call 1-866-559-6812. Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities can reach the office by using the 7-1-1 relay service. “The right to vote is one of the most fundamental rights we have as Americans. My office has and continues to monitor polling places throughout the state on Election Day to ensure that right is protected,” Raoul said. “Voters

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On This Day, Nov. 5, 1971 ...Elton John released his fourth studio album, Madman Across The Water, featuring nine tracks composed and performed by Elton, with lyrics written by his…

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Excited to invite you to the Fall Art Exhibition & Opening on August 14, 4-7pm. at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. Featured artists are Barb Flunker, Rob Niemeier and Phil […]

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Elsie Parker and “The Poor People of Paris” return to The Sheldon to bring you a variety of French popular music and jazz. Elsie’s Parker’s woodwind playing (clarinet/flute/tenor sax) is […]

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Spotlighting her artworks from the Saint Louis Art Museum collection, this exhibition spans the career of Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, one of the most celebrated contemporary artists of Indigenous heritage. Across […]

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Running from April 11, 2024, to Jan. 12, 2025 at the World Chess Hall of Fame, Clash for the Crown explores the histories of the World Chess Championship and the […]

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With a focus on Britain, Italy and the U.S., Bolts of Color highlights the Saint Louis Art Museum’s recent acquisitions of post-WWII textiles, all made during the height of the […]

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The Work of Art: The Federal Art Project, 1935–1943 presents a remarkable group of artworks that reflect the creative efforts of artists working under difficult circumstances. During the Great Depression, […]

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Narrative Wisdom and African Arts explores how historical and contemporary African arts make visible narratives rooted in collective and individual memory and knowledge. The exhibition acknowledges the intersections between certain […]

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Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong is voicing his support for Vice President Kamala Harris in her presidential campaign against former President Donald Trump.On Monday night, ahead of Tuesday's Election…

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Metro Transit said customers using impacted bus routes should plan for significant delays.

WASHINGTON — Calling the 2024 presidential campaign unprecedented might be an understatement. A series of shocking events have rocked this presidential race as Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump sprint to the finish line in the hopes of securing the nation’s highest post. Less than four months ago, Harris wasn’t even in […]

Bruce Springsteen seemingly wants to remind everyone who's Boss — even on the set of his own biopic.According to People, Springsteen dropped by the New Jersey set of Deliver Me…

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