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North America Set for Rare Smiley Face Conjunction April 25

1 year 5 months ago
Early risers on April 25 are in for a treat, as the heavens put on a show guaranteed to brighten anyone's morning—a rare and whimsical celestial alignment that will form a vivid smiley face looking down from the eastern sky. This remarkable astronomical event, visible shortly before dawn, features a delicate, 27-day-old waning crescent Moon positioned gracefully beneath two prominent planets, Venus and Saturn. Venus, brilliantly luminous and commonly referred to as the "Morning Star," and Saturn, known for its iconic rings and subtle golden hue, will shine brightly as the eyes of this cosmic smile. Completing the cheerful expression, the Moon's slender crescent will gently curve into a warm, welcoming grin. Astronomers call such occurrences planetary conjunctions, brief moments when celestial bodies appear remarkably close together from our vantage point on Earth. This unique arrangement is particularly special because of its unmistakable human-like expression, providing observers

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Proud to Serve: Berkeley Firefighter and Paramedic receives $500 for years of service

1 year 5 months ago
ST. LOUIS - Each month on FOX 2, we proudly salute local first responders, military personnel, and veterans who go above and beyond in service to their communities. This month, we shine the spotlight on Nick Meisenheimer, a dedicated firefighter and paramedic with the Berkeley Fire Department in Berkeley, Missouri. Nick’s commitment to his community extends far beyond emergency [...]
Nick Gladney

EXO Lounge Culinary Director Pairs Food and Cocktails for Luxury Experience

1 year 5 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE - EXO Lounge offers a luxurious experience in Edwardsville. Located at 2 157 Center in Edwardsville, EXO operates as a nail bar, med spa and restaurant. Gianni Colucci, Director of Culinary, shared more about the lounge’s offerings on a recent appearance on “Our Daily Show!” with C.J. Nasello . “I try to do my best to make them feel good on the inside and outside,” Colucci said. “It is fun and elegant. People enjoy their time over there. You can see people stay there not just to do the services, but to enjoy the place. It’s also fun to see ladies take care of themselves, and men will stay at the bar and take care of themselves in a different way.” EXO opened in late 2024. They offer a variety of services, but Colucci is especially proud of the culinary department. As a Michelin-star chef, Colucci traveled from Italy to join the EXO team. He has curated an expansive food menu and cocktail menu with

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Southwestern's Vivian Zurheide Recognized for Outstanding Hitting and Leadership

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PIASA - Vivian Zurheide has emerged as a key player for Southwestern High School’s girls softball team, contributing both on the field and as a mentor to younger players. Coach Amanda Edwards praised Zurheide as “an outstanding hitter” and highlighted her value in the field as well as her dedication to working with junior high players. Vivian is an Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete of the Month for the Piasa Birds. Zurheide is also an outstanding overall athlete and is a talented member of the Piasa Birds' volleyball and basketball teams. Edwards expressed gratitude for Zurheide’s role beyond her athletic abilities, saying, “Vivian is very, very good with the younger girls, passionate about working with younger girls and building a program and passing down the knowledge also rubbing off on everybody around her.” As one of Edwards’ assistants with the Southwestern junior high team, Zurheide’s influence extends to

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O'Fallon High NHS Ceremony Honors Scholarship Leadership Service and Character

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O'FALLON - O'Fallon Township High School District 203 inducted 175 new members into its National Honor Society chapter on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The O'Fallon NHS ceremony took place at 7 p.m. in the Milburn Auditorium, formally recognizing students who successfully completed their candidacy. During the event, current National Honor Society officers addressed attendees, highlighting the four core qualities that define the organization: scholarship, leadership, service, and character. The induction serves to honor students’ academic achievements and commitment to these standards. O'Fallon Township High School expressed pride in the inductees’ accomplishments, emphasizing the significance of their dedication to both academic and personal excellence.

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Verizon CEO Sowmyanarayan Sampath Gives Predictably Wimpy Response To Being Bullied By Radical Trump FCC

1 year 5 months ago
For decades, telecom giants like Verizon reacted hysterically every single time the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) tried to do anything to protect consumers or hold telecom giants accountable. I spent decades covering it as a telecom policy reporter. Whether privacy rules or popular net neutrality rules, Verizon (and its lobbying proxies at various think tanks) […]
Karl Bode

Historically old sewers crumble as giant sinkhole stirs St. Louis concern

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A massive sinkhole that opened Friday at the intersection of Cass and 17th Street in North St. Louis has become what one resident called "a hole in the city" – both literally and metaphorically, as officials begin the complex process of repairing infrastructure that dates back to the Civil War era. Construction crews arrived Monday with heavy equipment at the site where tons of crumbling brick collapsed into the sewer system below, creating a 20-foot-deep cavity that has drawn crowds of onlookers…
Mark Maxwell