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ALTON – Marquette Catholic High School will present Clue at 7 p.m. on October 25 and 26, on the Ruth Klaus Stage located at 219 E. 4th Street. Clue is a murder-mystery farce adapted from the 1985 film Clue , which was based on the Hasbro board game . Sandy Rustin adapted the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn for the stage, with additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price. The classic board game is brought to life as six guests are invited to a dinner party thrown by an anonymous host with a plot filled with aliases, blackmail, motive, mystery and humor. According to Ms. Madison Foreman, Theater and Music Director, 31 students are involved in the production as actors and crew. She said, “ Clue is a fantastic blend of humor and mystery that challenges both the characters and the audience. We’ve had an incredible time bringing this story to life, and we can’t wait for everyone to join us for a night of unexpected twists and laughter.” Mr

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On This Day, Oct. 15, 2006 ...New York’s famed punk rock club CBGB closed following a dispute over money between owner Hilly Kristal and the venue’s landlord, Bowery Residents Committee.Opened…

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WASHINGTON PARK – Illinois State Police have arrested 22-year-old Steven Tiller Jr. of Belleville, in connection with a murder that occurred on March 29, 2024. Tiller faces charges of First Degree Murder and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon following the shooting death of 39-year-old George Smith of East St. Louis. The incident took place outside a business in the 6000 block of Forest Boulevard in Washington Park, where Smith was struck by gunfire and later succumbed to his injuries at a nearby hospital. The Washington Park Police Department requested the assistance of the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 6 to conduct a thorough investigation into the homicide. After several months of investigation, authorities identified Tiller as a suspect. He was taken into custody on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, and is currently being held at the St. Clair County Jail. Tiller is charged with First Degree Murder, classified as a Class M felony, as well as

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ALTON - YWCA invites the community to join its annual Trivia Night Fundraiser on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Best Western Premier Conference Center in Alton. The night promises fun, competition, and the opportunity to support important local initiatives. Doors open at 6 p.m., and trivia kicks off promptly at 7 p.m. “We’re thrilled to bring back another exciting night of trivia! Our event will be packed with fun challenges, great prizes, and opportunities to support YWCA’s critical programs,” said Dorothy Hummel, Executive Director of YWCA. “Whether you come as a team or an individual, it’s a fantastic way to enjoy an evening out while making a difference in our community.” The evening will feature: Attendance Prizes, Bucket of Booze Raffle, 50/50 Drawing, Heads or Tails Game, Trivia Prizes … and much more! Tickets are $25 per person, or $200 for a table of eight. In addition to the trivia competition, the night will include a

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A woman faces federal charges after she allegedly stole around $690,000 from a St. Louis County charity that serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Running from April 11, 2024, to Jan. 12, 2025 at the World Chess Hall of Fame, Clash for the Crown explores the histories of the World Chess Championship and the […]

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Japanese people have used silk to create items of clothing and decorative works of art for hundreds of years, ever since the cultivation of silkworms was introduced to Japan from […]

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The Work of Art: The Federal Art Project, 1935–1943 presents a remarkable group of artworks that reflect the creative efforts of artists working under difficult circumstances. During the Great Depression, […]

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The Post-Dispatch will still publish a print edition seven days a week, with no change in delivery times.

October 15th is a date that resonates with many significant events throughout history. One of the most notable events on this date occurred in 1917, when a remarkable woman, Mata Hari, was executed by a French firing squad. Mata Hari, born Margaretha Zelle, was a Dutch exotic dancer and courtesan who was accused of being a spy for Germany during World War I. Her trial was steeped in controversy, as many believed she was a scapegoat in a time of paranoia and mistrust. The public's fascination with her life and dramatic trial only grew after her execution, cementing her status as a symbol of the femme fatale in popular culture. Fast forward to 1966, and we find another significant moment as the Cultural Revolution was officially launched in China. Initiated by Mao Zedong, the Cultural Revolution aimed to preserve Chinese communism by purging remnants of capitalist and traditional elements from Chinese society. This period was marked by widespread social, political, and economic upheaval,

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Bruce Springsteen will sit down with ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos ahead of the premiere of his new documentary, Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street, and we’re now getting our…

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The payments are legal, but drew criticism from the campaign of U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner.

Happy home opener day! While the St. Louis Blues' new season started last week, the home slate and fan festivities to celebrate the new season are set for Tuesday.

The Illinois State Police said Steven Tiller Jr., 22, was arrested Friday. Prosecutors charged him with first-degree murder and unlawful use of a weapon.

St. Louis County prosecutors on Monday charged Alonzo James Johnson, 29, with leaving the scene of a fatal accident, a felony.

Downtown Detroit downtown has deep-pocketed corporate champions. As leader of the St. Louis Development Corporation, Richardson calls for more of those here

“Be the Miracle” Meditative Paintings & Poetry by Angela L. Chostner is a solo exhibition exploring aspects of the miraculous and invites viewers to an interactive experience. Her vision for […]

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