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Wildfires are coming to the Southeast. Can landowners mitigate the risk in time?
No other part of the country has seen such a sharp rise in the number of big fires. The bigger challenge, though, is getting people to embrace the prescribed burns that can prevent them.
Theresa Coulson of Collinsville, IL
Theresa Coulson of Collinsville, IL joined the Real Rock Army today
10th Biannual Exhibit
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 […]
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St. Louis Riverfront Cruise
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 […]
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A Floridians perspective on St Louis and why we're likely moving here
Things that didn't age well
SLPS Board denies superintendent's appeal, confirms removal
After a year marked by challenges, the St. Louis Public Schools Board voted to remove Superintendent Keisha Scarlett during Monday night’s meeting. The unanimous 5-0 decision follows months of controversy surrounding Scarlett’s leadership, and her legal team is now preparing to contest the decision.
Freedom Camp will offer slice of heaven for veterans, families in rural Missouri
The father of one of the 13 U.S. Marines killed in the Afghanistan bombing is working to help veterans and military families.
When's the earliest we've seen frost in St. Louis?
Frost can form when the reported air temperature is still several degrees above freezing. The reason why has everything to do with where we measure the official air temperature. The where is about six feet above ground level. That’s where thermometers are placed at weather stations around the world.
Clayton neighbors complain of 'incomplete' look at new office development
Owners in a Clayton condominium building contend that the $250 million office tower complex next to them isn't finished. “They got by with an incomplete building and facade.”
Federal Court Tells Missouri Gov’t That Requiring Sex Offenders To Post ‘No Candy Here’ Signs Violates Their Rights
There’s no evidence anywhere that even remotely suggests registered sex offenders leverage Halloween to lure victims to their homes. It’s just as untrue and ridiculous as the annual assertions people are lacing (cheap) candy with (expensive) drugs for… well, those reasons go completely unexplored. Sex offenders are already subject to a considerable number of restrictions, […]
Alderwoman pushes to remove law requiring barbershops to close early
Imagine needing a quick haircut after work. By law, every barbershop closes at 6:30 p.m. But now a St. Louis alderwoman is pushing to repeal this outdated rule that inconveniences customers and hurts businesses.
Family protests cross-country ineligibility for O’Fallon, Ill. student
O’Fallon Township High School freshman Cole Deering loves running. He was devastated when his cross-country coach told him he was currently ineligible to compete because of a charity run Deering recently participated in.
Comptroller Calls for Urgent Need to Fill Potholes and Cut Down Weeds.
Comptroller Darlene Green wrote a letter expressing the urgent need to fill potholes and cut down weeds in the city of St. Louis.
St. Charles sells soccer complex to private developer
A private company is purchasing the St. Charles Soccer Complex, which has been in use by families for decades.
Bank seeks takeover of closed Armory complex in Midtown
A major lender to the Armory STL entertainment complex has filed suit against its developer on an unpaid loan, and is seeking control of the massive facility that closed last month.