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The region offers myriad factors that make it a welcoming city for newcomers.

The metro area is full of vibrant neighborhoods, each with its own story that embodies the spirit of the region in a different way.

St. Louis Social Venture Partners, the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation, and Dream Builders 4 Reality are just a few of the St. Louis–based organizations taking an innovative approach to investing in the community.

PATHWAYS provides internships, networking, mentorship, and community service.

Rooted in social responsibility found in Cuban-inspired posters, CARTEL uses design to spur thoughtful conversations around inclusivity and urban development in St. Louis.

Rick Shang’s Vulpes Corp. has the potential to upend the U.S. chemical and manufacturing industry .

Through her nonprofit workforce development organization, Zekita Armstrong Asuquo is training under-resourced high school students for entry-level jobs in the geospatial field.

The Pulitzer Arts Foundation’s Cara Starke shares must-see experiences, from museums to monuments and beyond.

City Foundry STL’s Steve and Will Smith on popular kid-friendly experiences, from new attractions to classic fun

“The best way to understand St. Louis is through the arts,” says acclaimed artist Mvstermind.

“I’ve been a cheerleader for the city my whole life,” says restaurateur Qui Tran. “I’ve always known St. Louis has good food. Now, it’s exciting that others are starting to know that.”

“Sports are more than just a conversation starter,” says Tom Ackerman, sports director at KMOX and a St. Louis native. “Sports are a big driver of who we are and how we come together. If you’re a sports fan, you’re coming to a town that gets you.”

The metro area is uniquely positioned to develop new processes for advanced manufacturing.

Across the metro area, transplants can quickly make an impact, both in the community and in their own careers.

Much like other beloved local festivals, the annual music festival in Forest Park makes for a memorable weekend and embodies the metro area’s myriad offerings.

The region's quality of life and business environment are among the many draws.

Jody Sowell, president and CEO of the Missouri Historical Society, offers a warm welcome to St. Louis newcomers.

EDWARDSVILLE — The Madison County Sheriff's Office recently held a retirement ceremony for Captain Brian Koberna, marking the conclusion of a distinguished 20-year career in law enforcement. Koberna began his tenure at the sheriff's office in 2003 as a deputy in the Patrol Division before transitioning to the Investigations Division in 2006. During his time in investigations, Koberna held various roles, including positions in Auto Theft, the Digital Forensic Unit, and as Chief Deputy Commander of the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis. He also served as Chief of Investigations, where he commanded numerous homicide investigations on the Illinois side of the region. Sheriff Jeff Connor praised Koberna's contributions to law enforcement, noting his extensive experience and leadership within the department. "He rose through the ranks and spent a lot of his career in investigations, including our cyber crime unit," Connor said. "He was a valuable member with an untold amoun

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Antonio M. Crutchfield was convicted of killing Norman Green July 10, 2021, at a distribution center where they worked.