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A new audit uncovers patterns of mismanagement and neglect within the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office during Kim Gardner's tenure as the city’s chief prosecutor.

EAST ST. LOUIS - East St. Louis School District 189 will implement a full eLearning day on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, to provide virtual instruction for its students. The decision aims to ensure continuity in education while utilizing district-issued Chromebooks for remote learning. On this day, students are required to log on to their virtual classes from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Attendance will be taken, and teachers will communicate schedules for breaks and lunch. Consistent engagement and participation will be essential for attendance verification. Parents are encouraged to help facilitate their children's learning by ensuring they have a distraction-free space and access to their Google Classroom. Additional resources, including the Clever Portal, can be found on the district's website at www.estl189.com. This portal is the primary access point for students to engage with instructional materials on eLearning days. For technical assistance, parents and students can reach out to the district

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A winter weather system moving through the Gulf States will bring light snow to parts of Missouri and Illinois on Friday, though the system is expected to have minimal impact compared to recent storms.

Former Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner spent more than $50,000 without permission and allowed the rate of cases processed to crater while spending nearly 35 work days taking nursing courses, an audit from the Missouri state auditor said. "Taxpayers should be outraged by how this office was run into the ground by Gardner at the same time she was using tax dollars to throw parties for her staff, and to pay for her personal legal fees that were a result of her own incompetence," Missouri State Auditor…

GODFREY - The Nature Institute is rolling out the welcome mat for adults this year! Known for its awesome kids’ programs, TNI is ready to sprinkle some nature magic on the grown-ups too. Get ready for two exciting events in January: a cozy book club and the kick-off of the Wilderness Wisdom series. First up, the Naturally Curious Book Club is here to save you from freezing your toes off! There is no need to brave the chill for this winter adventure. Grab a warm drink and dive into Slow Birding by Joan E. Strassman, where you’ll discover tales about our feathered friends that you might have overlooked. Join us at the Mississippi Sanctuary office on January 15 at 5:30 p.m. for an evening chat, or swing by on January 16 at 10 am for a morning meetup. This free gathering is a perfect chance to mingle with fellow nature lovers and maybe even spot an eagle. Also, TNI is launching the Wilderness Wisdom series, responding to the buzz around our Bushcraft for Teens program. Get read

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EDWARDSVILLE - The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Office of Undergraduate Admissions invites students who are interested in transferring to SIUE from a community college or another university to attend Transfer Preview. Designed specifically for prospective transfer students and their guests, the event, slated for Friday, Feb. 7, will provide insights into the transfer process, including admission requirements, transfer credits, student support services, and financial aid. “Transfer Preview will be a great opportunity for prospective transfer students to get a feel for what SIUE has to offer,” said Alicia Taylor, associate director of admissions in the Office of Admissions. Transfer Preview is more than just an informational session; it is a chance for transfer students to begin envisioning the next chapter of their educational journey at SIUE. Attendees will connect with faculty, staff, and current SIUE students to learn more about academic programs, transfer-friendly

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The St. Louis area saw between eight and 12 inches of snow fall over the weekend, leaving behind the perfect opportunity for sledding. FOX 2 viewers shared on Facebook their recommended sledding spots around the region, and these were the top suggested.

St. Louis CITY SC is accepting applications from performers interested in singing the Star-Spangled Banner before home matches in 2025, with selected performers contacted by the team's Live Experience department.

The mother accepted the offer, believing the 54-year-old man was being altruistic and had no other motives, she told investigators.

After losing his bid to name the next prosecutor, Page faces a hostile County Council determined to check his power.

Mark Zuckerberg says Meta is getting out of the misinformation business: We're going to get rid of fact checkers and replace them with Community Notes, similar to X.... The fact checkers have just been too politically biased and have destroyed more trust than they created, especially in the US. ....We're going to move our trust ...continue reading "Meta joins Team Trump"

Elton John has been a supporter of Chappell Roan since 2023, before she became a Grammy-nominated megastar.  Over the past year, the two have become good pals, so it's no…

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It seems unfathomable that we’re even here. The First Amendment is one of our clearer constitutional provisions. “Make no law,” it says, “abridging the freedom of speech.” And yet, with the “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act,” Congress has done exactly that, effectively banning a platform helping millions of Americans speak. It tells […]

An extension of Pierce Creek Cattle Company and its popular MOObile food truck, the complex will include a restaurant, bar, bakery, butcher shop, catering operation, and retail market.

GODFREY – The Village of Godfrey has announced the suspension of its yard waste drop-off site on Stamper Lane, effective today. The site will remain closed for the winter season. Residents of Godfrey who have full bags of yard waste ready for disposal are encouraged to contact the Mayor’s office at (618) 466-3324, extension 1, to arrange for drop-off over the next week. The village has stated that any stickers purchased for yard waste bags will be honored when the site reopens in the spring. This seasonal closure is part of the village's ongoing efforts to manage waste disposal efficiently during the colder months.

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From The Construction Broadsheet:  The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that it will send approximately $4.4 billion of loans and grants to rural electric cooperatives around the country as part of the agency’s Empowering Rural America (New ERA) Program. The clean energy funding, according to the USDA, will go towards projects that will […]