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EDWARDSVILLE, IL (September 3, 2025) – Philly Pretzel Factory is proud to announce its grand reopening in Edwardsville under the new ownership of Justin and Kate Hawkins. The store will open its doors on Monday, September 8, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, September 9, at 11 a.m., followed by the grand reopening celebration on Friday, September 19, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Both events are open to the community, and all are encouraged to attend. After serving 23 years in the U.S. Air Force, Justin Hawkins was ready to embark on a new chapter, one that combined his love for family, community, and tradition. He found that opportunity with Philly Pretzel Factory. “It’s long been a dream to own my own business, and Philly Pretzel Factory felt like the perfect fit—it’s a brand built on integrity, tradition, quality, and community connection,” said Justin. “Pretzels bring people together, whether it’s at school events, games, or family

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The United States added only 22,000 jobs in August, and previously reported gains in June were revised down to a loss of 13,000 jobs in a Bureau of Labor Statistics report issued Friday morning. The August jobs increase was the lowest for that month since 2010 in the aftermath of the Great Recession. June’s decrease […]

Eric Clapton is revisiting his 1989 album Journeyman.The three time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is set to release Journeyman: Deluxe Edition on Nov. 21, featuring a remastered version of the original album,…

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Did you know that Americans consume approximately 350 slices of pizza every second? Amid this staggering statistic, one particular variation reigns supreme: the cheese pizza. Its simplicity and universal appeal have earned it a dedicated celebration—National Cheese Pizza Day. But where did this day originate, and what makes it deserving of its own spotlight? Delving into the history of National Cheese Pizza Day reveals not just a tribute to a beloved dish, but a reflection of pizza’s cultural journey. The Origins of Cheese Pizza: A Culinary Foundation To understand National Cheese Pizza Day, it’s essential first to appreciate the origins of cheese pizza itself. Pizza as a concept dates back centuries, with flatbreads topped with various ingredients consumed in ancient civilizations like the Greeks and Egyptians. However, the modern pizza we recognize today was born in Naples, Italy, in the 18th and 19th centuries. The classic cheese pizza—specifically Margherita

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September 5th is a date rich with historical significance, spanning centuries and continents. In the realm of science, September 5th, 1977, saw the launch of Voyager 1 by NASA. This spacecraft was destined to become one of humanity’s most ambitious explorations of the solar system. Voyager 1 provided unprecedented data on the outer planets and continues to send information back to Earth from interstellar space, helping us understand the vastness beyond our solar neighborhood. In sports history, September 5th, 1936, featured the debut of the first NFL game played under lights, when the Brooklyn Dodgers hosted the Philadelphia Eagles. This innovation brought a new dimension to American football, allowing games to be played in the evening and increasing accessibility for fans. September 5th also holds significance in technological advancements. In 1978, the world's first GPS satellite was launched, signaling the dawn of a new era in navigation and geolocation that would revolutionize

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After the Trump administration slashed billions in state and local public health funding from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention earlier this year, the eventual impact on states split sharply along political lines. Democratic-led states that sued to block the cuts kept much of their funding, while Republican-led states lost the bulk of […]

What sits across the busy street of Manchester Road is a rising business that’s capturing the eye of St. Louisans.

CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of a challenge to the Trump administration’s unlawful attempt to terminate Haiti’s Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation and strip legal immigration status from hundreds of thousands of Haitians living and working in the United States. “Haitian Temporary Protected Status holders have been forced to flee their home country due to conflicts and environmental disasters,” Raoul said. “I am the proud son of Haitian immigrants, and I know firsthand that Haitians make key contributions to our state and national economies. TPS helps them contribute to their new communities while working toward a better life for their families. Removing their protected status would throw their lives into uncertainty and chaos. I join my colleagues in asking the court to extend these protections.” TPS is a humanitarian immigration status created

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Yungblud will perform alongside Aerosmith's Steven Tyler and Joe Perry in tribute to late Ozzy Osbourne at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.The set, which will also feature Nuno Bettencourt…

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Despite the assistance of armed troops in U.S. cities, federal immigration officials recorded fewer daily arrests in August than in July and remain well short of a Trump administration plan for 3,000 arrests a day, according to a new report. As of Aug. 29, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests averaged 1,055 a day for […]

As part of a special session called by Gov. Mike Kehoe, a committee on redistricting heard more than five hours of testimony on plans to split Kansas City’s 5th district.

UPDATE: The victim has been identified as 51-year-old Eric Johnson. The victim’s family has been notified. Homicide Detectives are investigating a shooting that left one man dead in Wells-Goodfellow. Just after 11:30 p.m. on September 3, 2025, officers received a call for a shooting in the 5500 block of Palm Street. Upon arriving at the […]

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What does the governor's police takeover in St. Louis have to do with a session intended to limit voters' rights? It's an absurd answer.