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Friday Cat Blogging – 5 July 2024
Charlie loves his bird bath. And as you can see, he's not afraid of getting his paws wet. He just jumps up and camps out in the water while he watches the birds fly by.
Walking America Couple hits Helena, spreading good will, willingness to understand
A couple and their dog walk across 48 states with a goal to be proof that there is good everywhere, not just people's home states.
19 vendors replacing bus company to transport students to St. Louis Public Schools
(The Center Square) – Don’t be alarmed if you see St. Louis Public School students boarding vans, cabs and vehicles other than school buses as they head to school this fall.
I think this is the worst offender I've seen yet.
New era for small/local businesses: Commerce Bank joins forces with Urban League to foster entrepreneurship and women’s business development in St. Louis
In a groundbreaking partnership poised to stimulate economic development in St. Louis, Commerce Bank has donated its century-old branch on Natural Bridge Avenue to the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis. This significant contribution will facilitate the relocation and expansion of the Urban League's Women's Business Center, previously situated in Pagedale. The initiative marks the establishment of the 14th National Urban League-designated Entrepreneurship Center in the United States.
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Big corporations, wealthy donors fuel growth of Missouri private school scholarship program
MOScholars is expanding on multiple fronts. Here is a look at the top donors to the growing program.
Trump’s election trial has been delayed. Who cares?
In the Washington Monthly today, Joshua Douglas says: The lengthy delay in deciding the Trump immunity case and the likely appeals that will follow the complicated ruling mean that Americans will not have the knowledge they need—whether Trump is guilty of election subversion—before they vote in four months. I can't count the number of times ...continue reading "Trump’s election trial has been delayed. Who cares?"
St. Louis man accused of banging hammer on neighbor's door
Authorities arrested a 67-year-old man was accused of banging a hammer on a neighbor's door in a disturbance Thursday afternoon.
St. Louis mass shooting that left 7 injured this morning didn't meet criteria for police "alert," department says
Missouri's 'best farm-to-fork experience' offered in Eureka, food writers say
Farm-styled foods are often in high demand. There's one spot in the St. Louis region that especially stands out for its top-notch farm meals and ambiance, according to food writers.
2 retail rivals to merge in $2.65B deal
Saks Fifth Avenue's holding company has agreed to buy retail rival Neiman Marcus' parent in a $2.65 billion deal.
The Rolling Stones give fans a behind-the-scenes look at ‘Voodoo Lounge’ recording session
The Rolling Stones have given fans a look inside the studio as they recorded their 20th studio album, Voodoo Lounge. The band shared a behind-the-scenes clip from inside the studio, where…
‘Carmen’ returns to the Union Avenue Opera
Union Avenue Opera is kicking off its 30th anniversary season with a French fan favorite.
So excited for my first event! Come see me for some floral cupcakes and other botanical related items on July 21st at The Garage
St. Charles cancels Riverfest festivities on July 5 due to rising Mississippi River water levels
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The unemployment rate is rising
There's no big point to make here, just an observation. The unemployment rate is still low, and will likely remain low for the rest of the year. But it's definitely going up.
Branson ranks high on luxury weekend getaway list
Branson, MO, was ranked fifth in a survey of the most luxurious weekend escapes, ahead of Manhattan, New York, and Yellowstone, Wyoming, and featuring spa treatments and a dinner cruise on Table Rock Lake.