a Better Bubble™

Aggregator

Obituary: MRH teacher and coach Jack Taylor

1 year 4 months ago
Jack Nations Taylor died on February 8 in Desloge, Missouri, according to an obituary from the Boyer Funeral Home in Desloge. Taylor dedicated more than three decades to Maplewood-Richmond Heights School District students as a teacher and a coach of football, wrestling, and girls track. See the complete obituary.    
Doug Miner

MoDOT, IDOT monitoring roads amid snow and cold temperatures

1 year 4 months ago
ST. LOUIS - MODOT and IDOT are monitoring the roads Tuesday morning amid the ongoing snow. The departments face unique challenges due to the extremely cold temperatures. Both transportation departments are concerned that pre-treatment chemicals could worsen road conditions by causing snow to melt and refreeze. MODOT engineer Bob Becker explained that the cold could [...]
Mallory Thomas

Orchid Show

1 year 4 months ago

They might not be the quintessential flower for Valentine’s Day, but pink and red orchids symbolize femininity, grace and elegance, desire, passion and love. Walking arm in arm with your […]

The post Orchid Show appeared first on Explore St. Louis.

Rachel Huffman

Stridin' and Survivin' to Host Vendor Fair to Raise Money for Local Cancer Patients

1 year 4 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE - Community members are invited to enjoy a vendor fair while supporting cancer patients. Stridin’ and Survivin’, a nonprofit based out of Hamel, funds research, services and gas cards for local patients. The organization will host their Spring Vendor and Craft Sip & Shop event from 1–5 p.m. on March 2, 2025, at The Hall in Edwardsville, and you’re invited to come out and shop. “Obviously we haven’t found the cure, but we’re striving to get there,” said Alice Bartels, founder of Stridin’ and Survivin’. “Being able to at least help these families in some way is great.” There will be 32 vendors at the vendor fair, and Bartels promises everything from makeup, spices and kettlecorn to stained glass, wood crafts and kaleidoscopes. There are frequent drawings throughout the day for attendance prizes. Stridin’ and Survivin’ is still working to determine their featured drinks, but Bartels

Continue Reading

Missouri House moves forward on banning state DEI programs

1 year 4 months ago
A bill prohibiting Missouri agencies from spending money on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives was given initial House approval Monday evening. The bill’s sponsor, state Rep. Ben Baker, a Republican from Neosho, argued that DEI goals do not lead to decreased bias and questioned their success. The state House can pass the bill with one […]
Mary McCue Bell

The Transformative Power of Gratitude: Practicing Thankfulness in Everyday Life

1 year 4 months ago
Did you know that practicing gratitude can physically change your brain? Research from the University of California, Davis, found that individuals who engage in regular gratitude exercises show increased activity in the hypothalamus, which regulates stress, sleep, and immune function. This fascinating discovery underscores the profound impact that a simple shift in mindset can have on our mental and physical well-being. But how can we seamlessly integrate gratitude into our busy lives? Understanding Gratitude: More Than Just a Feeling At its core, gratitude is more than just an emotion; it’s a practice, a way of engaging with the world that fosters positivity. Psychologist Robert Emmons defines gratitude as "a two-step process: (1) recognizing that you have received a positive outcome, and (2) acknowledging that there is an external source for this positive outcome." This understanding helps us appreciate not only what we have but also the connections we share with others. W

Continue Reading

This Day in History on February 18: Pluto Discovered

1 year 4 months ago
February 18th has been a significant date throughout history, marking a variety of events that have shaped the world. In a historical context, February 18, 1930, marked the discovery of Pluto by American astronomer Clyde Tombaugh. This groundbreaking moment in astronomy expanded our understanding of the solar system and led to significant discussions about the classification of celestial bodies. Initially considered the ninth planet, Pluto's status was later redefined, sparking debates that continue to this day. The discovery was celebrated globally, paving the way for future exploration and research into the outer reaches of our solar system. Turning the clock back, on February 18, 1943, the White Rose resistance group was active in Nazi Germany. This group, consisting of students and a professor from the University of Munich, distributed anti-Nazi leaflets calling for passive resistance against the regime. Their courageous actions and eventual martyrdom became symbols of civil

Continue Reading

Trump’s cuts to federal wildfire crews could have ‘scary’ consequences

1 year 4 months ago
ISSAQUAH, Wash. — President Donald Trump’s moves to slash the federal workforce have gutted the ranks of wildland firefighters and support personnel, fire professionals warn, leaving communities to face deadly consequences when big blazes arrive this summer. “There’s going to be firefighters that die because of this, there will be communities that burn,” said Steve […]
Alex Brown