Visit Santa and enjoy a breakfast buffet inside the beautiful and historic Carriage Haus This holiday season, dine with Santa and Mrs. Claus at a very merry breakfast buffet and […]
What if the way you celebrate Christmas Eve could tell a story thousands of years old, woven from ancient customs, religious symbolism, and cultural exchanges? The traditions observed on this night are far more than festive rituals—they are living links to human history and identity across continents. Understanding their origins offers a fascinating glimpse into how people have expressed hope, community, and reverence through time. The Religious Roots: From Vigil to Celebration Christmas
December 23rd has witnessed a series of remarkable events throughout history that have shaped the world in profound ways. Going back to the 19th century, December 23rd, 1783, saw the first manned hot air balloon flight. French engineer Jean-Pierre Blanchard and American physician John Jeffries successfully crossed the English Channel in a hydrogen balloon, pioneering early aeronautical exploration that would inspire generations of inventors and aviators. In 1913, a different kind of innovation
The Kansas City Chiefs have announced their move to Kansas for the 2031 NFL season, marking the loss of a third NFL franchise in Missouri in recent years.
WASHINGTON — Since Inauguration Day, more than 1.5 million immigrants have either lost or will lose their temporary legal status, including their work authorizations and deportation protections, due to President Donald Trump’s aggressive revocation of legal immigration. It’s the most rapid loss in legal status for immigrants in recent United States history, experts in immigration […]
Brendan Carr was dragged before Congress last week for some light questioning about all the terrible, illegal bullshit he’s been up to. While the hearing mostly focused on FCC independence and Carr’s failed bid to try and censor Jimmy Kimmel, it didn’t touch on the other extremist nonsense Carr’s been up to, including his assault […]
Twenty-year-old Mikayla Foreman knows her experience is meaningful. Dealing with homelessness since 18 and currently living in a shelter, Foreman has managed to continue her academic journey, studying for exams this month in hopes of attaining a nursing degree. But Foreman believes there were intervention points that could’ve prevented her from experiencing homelessness in the […]
This morning starts clear with a cool 44 degrees. The sun will make appearances through intermittent clouds as the day warms up to a high of 61 in the afternoon. Winds will come from the west-northwest at 7 to 15 mph gusts, adding a bit of briskness. Evening brings mostly cloudy skies with temperatures dropping toward the low 40s. Overnight, expect the clouds to stick around with lows near 40, and light winds from the east-northeast at around 7 to 10 mph. Tomorrow will see temperatures holding
Businesses and Missouri lawmakers are scrambling to understand what will happen in November, when new federal limits on intoxicating hemp products go into effect. It’s unclear just how proactive the federal government will be enforcing the new restrictions. Will it clamp down, or like it has with marijuana, look the other way as states enact […]
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department announced Tuesday morning that a woman has died after being found in her burning home with gunshot wounds.
Press release: Maplewood, December 2022, 2025 – The Maplewood Community Fund is proud to announce the completion of its first-ever grant cycle—an important milestone for this new local nonprofit and a powerful demonstration of what a caring community can accomplish together. In its inaugural round of granting, the Fund awarded $10,000 to directly support Maplewood […]
ST. LOUIS - City of St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer announced two newly appointed cabinet members Monday evening. St. Louis native Brian Light is fulfilling the role as Director of Personnel, which oversees filling job vacancies, promotions, and advertising throughout the city's 4,000-person workforce. He joins the cabinet after spending more than 24 years in [...]