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CPI inflation rose 2.3% in August: This is up a bit from July but still well controlled. It should cause no problems for the Fed. On a conventional year-over-year basis, headline inflation was up 2.5% and core inflation was up 3.2%. The inflation rate for groceries has been under 1% since the beginning of the ...continue reading "Inflation remains well controlled in August"

You probably already know the benefits of learning a language, so let’s focus on the app. Right off the bat, let’s be clear about one thing: When we say “app” we don’t mean that you’re limited to using Babbel on your phone. You can use Babbel on desktop, too, and your progress is synchronized across […]

O'FALLON - This summer, World Language students from O'Fallon Township High School embarked on an educational journey to Spain and France, guided by their teacher, Mrs. Grossmann. The students explored significant cultural and historical sites such as Montmartre in Paris, where they participated in a painting class with a professor from the Beaux-Arts de Paris. The O'Fallon group also visited Les Invalides, the resting place of Napoleon, and toured various other landmarks including Pont du Gard, the Aude River, Avignon, Le Palais des Papes, Nimes at the Roman Maison Carrée, Parc Guell, Sagrada Familia, and took a walking tour of Barcelona. This enriching experience was facilitated by a $1,000 travel scholarship that the students applied for through the World Language DoDEA Grant: Project Bilit. Additional fundraising efforts also contributed to making the trip financially feasible. Mrs. Grossmann expressed enthusiasm for future trips abroad, noting the significant impact

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ALTON - Community members have the chance to support a local family through a difficult pregnancy. Starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at VFW Post 1308 in Alton, people can enjoy live music, food, a 50/50 raffle, basket drawings and more at a benefit for Alaina Jones. Alaina is 20 weeks pregnant with twin girls, and she has experienced challenges throughout her pregnancy. Her mother, Natalie Jones, explained that Alaina, her partner Devin and their son Louis are a “great family” who could use some extra support. “It’s a super high-risk pregnancy,” Natalie said. “They’re a young couple. They’re a great family. They have a young son, Louis, and they just wanted to expand their family. They’re just going through a rough time, and is having to take off a lot of work to take her and take care of her. So we thought we’d put together this benefit to help them get through this.” The twins are monochorionic

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A St. Louis Metropolitan Police Officer, who was involved in the arrest of the owner of Bar P:M after a police cruiser struck the bar, has left the department after serving 16 years on the force.

The upcoming docuseries Nöthin' But a Good Time promises to be the Uncensored Story of '80s Metal, but you may be hoping for some restrictions in a new clip from the show involving…

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One woman was hurt and two suspects are wanted after a dispute escalated to an attack at the Saint Louis Zoo over the weekend.

Scientists have reported a significant drop in monarch butterfly migration numbers for the 2024 fall season, with experts attributing the decline to habitat loss and climate change, and urging the public to support monarchs by planting native perennials and preserving milkweed plants.

A Florissant couple is suing the City of Florissant and a city police officer on allegations that the officer stole nude photos from the couple during a traffic stop earlier this year.

The book, which hit stores this summer, explores the benefits of the nontraditional therapy method and dives into the background of the local rescue animal nonprofit.

Susan Trautman, who's led trails developer Great Rivers Greenway for 15 years, said she'll retire next year.

A St. Louis County Circuit Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit against the Homer G. Phillips Memorial Hospital, ruling that the institution can continue to use its name, as it was intended to honor the hospital's namesake and his contributions to the community.

"We've been extremely busy," Sarah stated. "Our team is really doing whatever is needed to make sure these cats have everything they need."

Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour is getting ready to hit the road on his Luck and Strange tour, but a few lucky fans in England will get to see a preview…

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Tower Grove Community Development Corporation looks forward to hosting our annual fundraiser, Sustaining Housing Dreams, on November 7th from 5:30PM to 8PM at Little Bevo in the Bevo Mill neighborhood. Thanks to Midwest Bank Centre for their Presenting Sponsorship!

The fundraiser is free to attend with registration https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sustaining-housing-dreams-fundraiser-tickets-919561161187?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios- Sponsorship payments are also available on the registration page or with the Venmo QR code located on the Save the Date image attached above.

Come out and join us as we raise money to help renovate 3772 Chippewa Ave in the Dutchtown neighborhood. TGCDC gained possession of this long vacant property after a successful lawsuit by Dutchtown Main Street and facilitated by Legal Services of Eastern MO against the absentee owner.

AWARDS:

At the event, we will celebrate Midwest Bank Centre as our Community Partner related to the donation of the Crossroads Senior Living development site and their bank-wide community first approach, Brian Phillips for Community Impact as Executive Director of the Washington University Medical Center Redevelopment Corporation, a partnership between BJC HealthCare and Washington University in St. Louis. Under his 25 plus year leadership, Brian has overseen institutional investments of over $50m into the Forest Park Southeast neighborhood, which has resulted in over $1b in private and public investments. and Christian Saller, for Community Service for his work as a long time Neighborhood Improvement Specialist and community development partner. Christian is highly respected as a St. Louis CIty advocate and problem solver, especially with addressing vacant and nuisance properties.

The short awards ceremony starts at 6:30PM.

The fundraiser is free to attend with registration https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sustaining-housing-dreams-fundraiser-tickets-919561161187?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios-

Sponsorship payments are also available on the registration page or with the Venmo QR code located on the Save the Date image attached above.

Sponsorships are available as presented below:

Presenting Sponsor ($10,000)

Midwest Bank Centre

Excellence Award Sponsor ($5000)
Pat & Jane Tracy Fund
First Bank
St. Louis Community Credit Union
Old Orchard
Incarnate Word Foundation
EM Harris
St Louis Equity Fund Inc/Gateway CDFI

Supporting Sponsor ($2500)
US Bank
Great Southern Bank
Commerce Bank
Harambee llc
Peoples National Bank
PNC Bank
Saint Joseph Housing Initiative
DeSales CDC  
RISE  
Simmons Bank 

Brick By Brick Sponsor ($1000)
Park Central CDC
Washington University Redevelopment Corporation
Jason Kempf
Rosenblum Goldenhersh
Katie & Vihar Sheth
Janice Drake 
Jeffrey McGee

Event Sponsor ($500)
Joe Hostman
Grimes Consultants
Lee Kling
True Title
STL Programs
Lutheran Senior Services
SLYMAN Brothers 
Air Dynamics
Denise Phelabaum and Craig Evans
Pete Rothschild
Sean and Kelly Spencer
Steve Butz
Acrisure 

Please contact Sean Spencer for sponsorship opportunities at Sean@towergroveCDC.org

All Levels receive: *Logo/Name identified as a Sponsor on TGCDC website *Logo/Name on Poster prominently displayed in the venue *Logo/Name mentions on TGCDC Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter feeds

More about the Venue: Little Bevo: Originally Built in 1924 by famous beer barons as a private speak easy, this building long sat vacant before being completely remodeled and opened as an event space. Closed in the late 1980's the building deteriorated until purchased in 2021 and brought back to life! Come celebrate in a little slice of STL history! 

EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s WSIE 88.7 The Sound will be on site with Music At The Intersection (MATI) for the fourth year in a row, to help usher in some of the greatest musical entertainment from around the world. MATI will take place from Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 14-15, 2024 in the Grand Center District in St. Louis, Mo. WSIE continues as one of the media sponsors, letting the community know about the top-notch entertainers performing through this year. MATI will be on four stages, showcasing such acts as Esperanza Spalding, Stanley Clarke, The Black Pumas, Samara Joy and Chaka Khan! WSIE will be on hand to greet listeners and lovers of jazz music, as they move throughout the festival, that offers great food, pop-up businesses and more. “This year’s MATI is packed with sensational talent and promises to show festival goers a great time,” said WSIE General Manager Jason Church. “WSIE is grateful to once again play a part

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A $2.5 million Metro East home, highlighted on Zillow Gone Wild, stands apart from the ordinary. Along with a unique layout and timeless charm, the property also features a floating gazebo and breathtaking views of the St. Louis skyline.

EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville Township is excited to announce that our Touch A Truck event is back for another year from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 21, 2024 This year is the 10th annual Touch A Truck event which plans to be the best yet. This annual Touch-A-Truck event is free and open to the public. New additions this year include scheduled appearances by Chase and Marshall from the Paw Patrol from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The event this year focuses on a greener community. Attendees will have the opportunity to drop off a variety of goods for recycling at Metro East Lutheran High School. For more information, please go to www.recyclingsimplified.com. Electric trucks, Ford F-150 Lightning and Tesla Cybertruck will be featured at the event as well. Food vendors are encouraged to use environmentally friendly products as well. Other vehicles ehicles scheduled to be on display this year include the SSM Cardinal Glennon Air Ambulance helicopter, first responders (fire trucks, ambulances

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