Senators on Capitol Hill grilled credit card executives Tuesday. The questioning focused on the swipe fees credit card companies charge merchants and its trickle down to consumers.
Timothée Chalamet and director James Mangold will be honored at the 2024 Gotham Awards for their work on the upcoming Bob Dylan movie A Complete Unknown.The pair will be awarded…
Whatever your politics, there can be no arguing that the election of Donald Trump once more to the highest office in the land has served as a permission slip for some of the worst people in the country to behave badly. We’re already seeing this in all sorts of ways, from incel fuckwits telling women […]
One cancer patient refuses to be defined by her disease. She is using her love of Legos to spread joy to other people who may have health-related issues.
Alfred Robert (A.R.) Quinton was an English watercolor artist, famed for his stunning paintings of British landscapes and villages. Following along a professional artist with more than 35 years of experience, the Learn to Paint Course will guide you through painting A.R. Quinton’s Scenes with watercolor and enhancing them using pastel pencils. From the sky […]
Proponents would still need to gather signatures from neighbors before opening. And they'd need to get a permit from the city after submitting an operations plan.
GLEN CARBON – The Village will be hosting its first Heritage Winter Market at the Glen Carbon Heritage Museum located at 124 School Street on Sat., Nov. 30. Happening from 5pm-8pm, the winter market kicks off the holiday season with shopping, food, drinks, caroling, horse-carriage rides and more. The event is free to attend and open to the public. Doors open at 5pm with vendors, a food truck, drinks and caroling. Grab a delicious coffee or sandwich from Rachel & Co. Food Truck, or a specialty drink from The Nomad Mobile Bar. The Claddagh Carriage Co. will be offering free horse and carriage rides around the Village (tips encouraged). A community tree lighting ceremony will take place at 6 pm in front of the museum. Inside, you will find Tessitura Music singing Christmas carols, Earth Candy serving mocktails, Forever Always permanent jewelry and a variety of vendors selling holiday décor and more. You can find a complete listing of vendors by visiting
Detectives with the Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department are seeking an unidentified man and his vehicle after leaving the scene of an accident and shooting the crash victim.
EDWARDSVILLE - Mojo’s Music has holiday discounts going through Christmas Eve, but their personalized customer service is year-round. Located at 144 N. Main Street in Edwardsville, Mojo’s Music sells a wide variety of instruments and accessories for aspiring and experienced musicians. They also offer repair services and lessons. Owner Tom Pullen explained that they take an “interactive” approach to customer service and do everything they can to support local musicians. “We really try to work with people to make sure they get the exact right thing at the right price to make sure that they succeed at playing music,” Pullen said. As the holiday season approaches, there are several specials available for customers. In addition to the Black Friday and Small Business Saturday discounts that will be available next week, all of the Christmas deals are currently in effect. The big deal is one you won’t want to miss. You can choose any guitar
Gov't Mule frontman Warren Haynes is heading out on the road next year in support of his recently released solo album, Million Voices Whisper.Haynes just announced dates for the Million Voices Whisper…
Gateway Studios and Production Services wants the County Council to approve extending the project's completion date from the end of this year to the end of next year.
ALTON - Mississippi Valley Christian School (MVCS) is thrilled to announce a generous $20,000 donation to support our ongoing #FundThe50th campaign. This incredible act of generosity marks a significant milestone as we celebrate 50 years of excellence in Christian education. The #FundThe50th initiative was launched to commemorate our half-century legacy by ensuring our school remains a beacon of Christ-centered education in the community. "We are deeply humbled and profoundly grateful for this extraordinary gift," said Tim Lee, Administrator of MVCS. "This donation is not just an investment in our school but also in the lives of our students and the future leaders they will become. It reflects the generosity and shared vision of those who believe in our mission to build the premier Christian school in our community." Thanks to this contribution, MVCS will advance several key projects creating an environment where students can thrive academically, spiritually, and socially. As we move
More than a dozen dogs of varying breeds are arriving at the Humane Society of Missouri’s headquarters in St. Louis for evaluations and veterinary treatment after being rescued from what volunteers describe as “deplorable conditions.”
ALTON - As the Consolidated Election approaches, the race is heating up between candidates in the City of Alton. Though the election isn’t until April 1, 2025, candidates had to file their petitions by Nov. 18, 2024, to be included on the ballot for Election Day. There are several contested races, including a three-way mayoral race and competition for the City Clerk position and several aldermen seats. Incumbent David Goins is running for reelection against former mayor Brant Walker and current Ward Three Alderman Ray Strebel. Goins was elected to the mayoral position in 2021. Walker previously served as mayor from 2013 until Goins’s election. Strebel has been the Ward Three alderman since 2021. The City Clerk position also sees some competition, as incumbent Cheryl Ingle has been challenged by current Deputy City Clerk Lauren Wilson. Following current Treasurer Cameo C. Holland’s decision not to seek reelection , Elizabeth “Betsy” Allen is
Once a story of American failure, Detroit is in the midst of a turnaround story orchestrated by a civic-minded billionaire and a mayor who vowed to change the city's politics. The Business Journal sought out St. Louis' billionaires to learn whether they'd be willing to fill a similar role, while some private sector leaders caution that this city can't wait for a savior.