In the days before Missourians voted to enshrine the right to abortion in the state constitution, incoming House Speaker Jon Patterson declared lawmakers should respect the people’s choice, whatever the outcome. Now, with abortion set to become legal in Missouri, Republican Rep. Justin Sparks of Wildwood is mounting a long-shot challenge seeking to block Patterson […]
ALTON - A man from Wood River faces five counts of burglary after a series of vehicle break-ins. Brady N. Sand, 26, of Wood River, was charged with five Class 3 felony counts of burglary on Nov. 1, 2024. Descriptions of the charges state that on Sept. 16, 2024, Sand entered five different vehicles without authority and with the intent to commit theft. The five vehicles included a 2011 Chevrolet Impala, a 2008 GMC Envoy, a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, a 2015 Nissan Altima, and a 2002 Toyota Tundra. Aside from the Nissan Altima bearing a Missouri registration number, all other vehicles in this case had Illinois registration numbers. The Alton Police Department presented the case against Sand, who was granted pretrial release from custody. The issuance of charges is based solely upon probable cause and is not an indication of guilt. All subjects charged with criminal offenses are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Monday, Nov. 11 — 11/11 — is apparently Singles Day because it's 1-1-1-1, and some special singles have just been released to mark the occasion.Capitol Records has dropped two special…
In less than two years of selling legal recreational weed, Missouri’s cannabis market has grown to $1.4 billion — outperforming states with a longer history of marijuana legalization like Arizona, Colorado and Nevada.
“Those are mature marketplaces, and you are surpassing them,” said Laurie Parfitt, CEO at LKP Impact Consulting. “Missouri is doing amazing things, and we expect tremendous growth in this market going forward.”
Parfitt gave a year’s overview of Missouri’s cannabis…
The Energy Information Administration dropped its latest monthly estimate of solar module shipments a few days ago, so this seems like a good time take to take stock. Here's an extrapolation of where we'll be by 2030 if solar keeps rising at its current rate: At the current rate of growth, solar capacity will reach ...continue reading "Raw data: The cost of solar power through 2030"
Today on TAP: After Kamala Harris’s defeat, the DNC chair should be a party-builder in the spirit of Howard Dean, whose service from 2005 to 2009 paved the way for Obama.
ALTON — Alton VFW Post 1308 held its annual Veterans Day program on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, honoring those who have served in the military and reflecting on their sacrifices. The ceremony featured a moving proclamation from the City of Alton Mayor David Goins, a keynote address, and the distribution of wreaths to commemorate the occasion. Dave Stout, a long-time leader within the VFW, expressed his appreciation for the ceremony and its significance for veterans. “I love the ceremony every year and what it means for veterans,” Stout said. He shared a brief history of the VFW. Ryan Higginbotham was the event's keynote speaker. Higginbotham was a gunner in Iraq in 2004 and also served in Afghanistan. He was a member of the 82nd Airborne Division. Higginbotham's program included a keynote address focused on veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. Stout noted the importance of honoring those who have served, stating, “I consider it an honor to serve
by Tom Finan, Executive Director and Co- St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann noted Friday morning (Nov. 8th) that while the St. Louis Region is known as the Gateway to the West, “that gateway currently consists of two lanes traveling under a railroad overpass that are backed up with traffic at 3PM every day.” That […]
Timothée Chalamet is opening up about his experience playing Bob Dylan in the upcoming movie A Complete Unknown.In an interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, Chalamet calls playing Dylan “the most unique…
EAST ST. LOUIS - Coming from a family tradition of military service, outfitted in a soldier’s work ethic of tenacity and grit, and armed with a personal duty to support veterans, William “Bill” Schnarr is providing assistance for vets through Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) . “I want to be in the trenches, helping veterans with their lives,” said Schnarr, VUB outreach coordinator and U.S. Army veteran. “It’s been my mission to make sure society doesn’t forget about veterans. The VUB program at the East St. Louis campus is an excellent one, and I am proud to be a part of it. The Department of Education did a good job in funding this program.” Schnarr, who took his life and military experiences, along with his academic and professional background and melded them into a strategic weapon, started working at SIUE in February. Though the veteran’s life is on a good course now, he
Meanwhile, U.S. Rep. Sam Graves, R-Tarkio, whose district includes Lincoln County, reportedly in running as possible pick by President-elect Donald Trump to be the next U.S. transportation secretary.
A beloved antique store went up in flames Monday morning in the river town of Hermann, Missouri, leaving a huge mess and thousands of dollars in merchandise destroyed and one firefighter injured.
BETHALTO - On Friday, November 8, Trimpe Middle School hosted a moving Veterans Day assembly, bringing students, staff and around thirty veterans together to honor those who have served. The event began with a solemn presentation of colors by a local Color Guard, prompting the entire assembly to rise in respect. Following this, the Trimpe Middle School 7th and 8th grade band, directed by Mr. Alex Hornsey, performed “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Eighth grader and Student Council Treasurer Arianna Walton led the “Pledge of Allegiance,” and Student Council President Jackson Mooshegian expressed gratitude to the veterans present. Mr. Peter Midgley, Student Council sponsor and art teacher, shared a few words, followed by former TMS principal Kirk Johnson. Josh Crisp, father of TMS student Tinley Crisp and husband to Bethany Crisp, a paraprofessional at the school, also spoke, adding a personal touch to the event. The school choir led by choir director Ms. Lynda
St. Louis will continue with freezing taxes only on homes appraised at $500,000 or less and only for city government taxes. Sponsors of a state law say that's not allowed.
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