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From Construction Dive:  A joint venture of St. Louis-based McCarthy Building Cos. and Tyrone, Georgia-based Barnsley Construction Group topped out the only government facility in Georgia constructed using mass timber as the primary building material, McCarthy announced in an Oct. 14 news release. The budget for the 58,250-square-foot City Centre project is $78 million, according to […]

JERSEYVILLE - Kiley King and Neely Goetten have earned a spot at the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) state tournament after strong performances in singles competition at the sectional level. King secured second place, while Goetten finished third. King and Goetten are Sparklight Female Athletes of the Month for the Panthers. Their efforts contributed to the Panthers' overall second-place finish at the sectional meet, where they fell just one point short of first-place Sacred Heart-Griffin. The sectional tournament took place recently, showcasing the talent and dedication of high school athletes across the region. King and Goetten's achievements not only highlight their individual skills but also reflect the overall competitiveness of the Panthers' team. On Thursday at the state meet in the Chicago area, Kiley King of Jersey topped Paityn Koester of Mt. Zion 7-5, 6-4 in the opening round of championship action. Neely Goetten lost to Addison Aries of Dixon, 6-1, 6-1 in the firs

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From St. Louis Business Journal:  Keystone Construction, the contractor hired to build the planned $60 million CarShield Sportsplex in Chesterfield, will break ground on the project Wednesday. The company said it would host a groundbreaking at 3 p.m. Wednesday for the 325,000-square-foot hockey and soccer facility at 530 N. Eatherton Road. CarShield Sportsplex will accommodate […]

Home sales were up very slightly in September. Existing home sales continued to decline, dropping by 20,000, but new home sales continued their recent upward march, increasing by 30,000. However, we're still more than a million homes below the pre-pandemic level and probably won't recover until the Fed lowers interest rates to their pre-pandemic level.

ALTON - On the most recent episode of “You’re Beautiful” with Brian Trust, Ola Polen shared her experience of deliverance and peace since finding God. Polen explained that her journey started with salvation when she was baptized last year, and now she has reached deliverance. She believes she was summoned by God to serve Him. “Do you guys know what deliverance is? It’s when you completely get set free,” Polen said. “I was completely set free. Everything that builds up over the years, it just completely gets released. And I heard the voice of God. I did.” Polen said she is in a “season of stillness” since her deliverance. She is focused on the Lord and the Bible, and she feels she is growing closer to Him every day. Despite going through several “trials and tribulations,” Polen has found complete peace through God. God has called Polen to be obedient, she explained. While she is not perfect and often

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On This Day, Oct. 24, 1936 ...William George Perks, who went on to become The Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman, was born in Lewisham, South London.He joined The Stones in 1962, legally changing his…

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Two new versions of the George Harrison track “Be Here Now” have just been released, both of which will appear on the upcoming 50th anniversary reissue of Harrison’s second solo album, Living in…

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Two men attempted to take a victim's vehicle, and another victim was shot during a struggle over the car.

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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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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Towering cottonwoods. Deer and bald eagles. Gravel bars with arrowheads. A jungly interior. It’s not always easy to visit, but you may find it’s worth it

As the leaves begin to change color and the air turns crisp, many people seek to embrace the cozy atmosphere of fall. One of the best ways to do this is by filling your home with the warm, inviting scents of the season. While you can easily purchase fall-scented candles, why not take it a step further and create your own? Making your own candles allows you to customize scents, choose natural ingredients, and even craft unique gifts for friends and family. This article will guide you through the process of making your own fall-scented candles, from gathering supplies to pouring the perfect wax. The Appeal of Homemade Candles Homemade candles offer numerous benefits. They can be tailored to your personal preferences, ensuring that you create the exact scent profile you desire. Additionally, crafting your own candles allows you to control the ingredients, enabling you to avoid potentially harmful chemicals found in some commercial candles. Finally, making candles can be a fun and rewarding

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A Ballwin man is behind bars after an ankle monitor linked him to a copper wire heist and a high-speed police pursuit in St. Louis County.

Welcome to another captivating edition of This Day in History! One of the most notable events to have taken place on October 24, 1945, was the establishment of the United Nations (UN). In the aftermath of World War II, representatives from 51 countries gathered in San Francisco to adopt the UN Charter, a significant step towards international cooperation and peacekeeping. The UN was created to promote social progress, better living standards, and human rights, aiming to prevent future conflicts and foster a more united world. Today, the UN has grown to include 193 member states and continues to play an essential role in addressing global issues. Fast forward to 1962, October 24 marked a crucial turning point during the Cuban Missile Crisis. On this day, U.S. President John F. Kennedy was informed that Soviet ships were headed to Cuba, potentially carrying missiles. This escalation heightened tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union, bringing the world to the brink

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A failed St. Louis prosecutor, while in office, pushed diversion programs. Now she's in one herself.