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A St. Louis County woman appeared in federal court on Thursday to be sentenced for defrauding the U.S. Small Business Administration out of six figures in pandemic loan payments.

SPRINGFIELD – Falling temperatures bring colorful foliage, flannel shirts and pumpkin-flavored treats. Unfortunately, cooler weather also brings stink bugs. These shield-shaped invasive pests – officially named brown marmorated stink bugs – are native to China and first made their debut in the US in the late 90s. They feed on the Midwestern landscape, munching everything from residential landscaping to agriculture like soybeans, apples and pears. “The ‘stink’ is a defense mechanism. So don’t smash them and avoid disturbing them too much,” said Scott Schirmer, Nursery and Northern Field Office Section Manager with the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “They are a nuisance, but stink bugs will not kill indoor plants or harm anything else indoors. Chances are you don’t even notice most of them that make their way inside.” So where do they come from? “In the summer, they are living in and eating many fruits

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Elijah Gantt didn't mean to injure police Officer Travis Brown, attorney Ryan Krupp said.

A 25-year-old steamboat museum located in Kansas City is eyeing relocation near the St. Charles Historic District.

ST. LOUIS, MO. – Starting today, small businesses in St. Louis will have a much easier time applying for a liquor license, allowing them to focus on operating and promoting their business rather than going through a lengthy signature-gathering process. Earlier this year, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones signed BB 60, sponsored by Alderman Bret Narayan, which allows the City to streamline the process for restaurant/bars, microbreweries, brewpubs and taproom breweries. Under the new process, which went live today, these establishments can obtain a temporary 90-day license without having to first obtain a large number of signatures from neighborhood property owners, residents, and businesses. “I opened a restaurant in the ‘90s, so I know firsthand how much work it takes to run a small business and how much time we spent going door to door collecting the signatures we needed to get a liquor license. I am thrilled that this new process will stop wasting small business owners’

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Telecommunications giant AT&T says it’s reassigning employees from Earth City to an office building it owns in downtown St. Louis.

Foreigner is set to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Saturday, but it turns out founding members Mick Jones and Dennis Elliot won't be attending…

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She won't be able to drive for another nine years but parents of an Independence second grader say she's already had her first crash.

A collegiate women's soccer tournament is coming to St. Louis City SC's CityPark stadium.

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As time has passed, it's become clearer what really happened to sales of electric vehicles over the past year: There was no general slowdown. Rather, sales grew steadily until January 2024, when they suddenly fell off a cliff. Then they continued their usual growth rate. I have no idea what happened here. There were no ...continue reading "The great EV sales collapse of (January) 2024"

CARLINVILLE – Barbara McDaniels, an Optometric Technician at Advanced EyeCare in Carlinville, has been honored with the “Paraoptometric of the Year” award by the Illinois Optometric Association (IOA). The award was presented during an award ceremony at the IOA’s 2024 Annual Meeting and Optometry’s Celebration held on October 4, 2024. The Paraoptometric of the Year award is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of optometry, enhancing the experience for patients and the public. McDaniels has dedicated over 30 years to her role at Advanced EyeCare, where she is recognized by her colleagues for her professionalism, compassion, and strong work ethic. “Barb has an exceptional commitment to patient care,” said a representative from Advanced EyeCare. “She treats every patient with the utmost kindness and respect.” Her colleagues describe her as a pillar of the practice, demonstrating unwavering loyalty

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Dara Eskridge, executive director of Invest STL, writes she was caught off guard by the exodus from St. Louis of her mostly Black and "wildly talented" peers and urges "tend to those who are already here so they will want to stay."

Chocolate lovers around the world rejoice every year on October 28th, a day dedicated to celebrating one of the most beloved treats: chocolate. National Chocolate Day is a perfect occasion to indulge in this delightful confectionery in various forms and flavors. Whether you prefer it in bars, cakes, or hot beverages, this day offers countless ways to enjoy chocolate. In this article, we will explore the history of chocolate, its various forms, and provide a selection of fun and creative treat ideas to make your National Chocolate Day celebrations memorable. The Rich History of Chocolate Before diving into the delicious ways to celebrate National Chocolate Day, it’s worth noting the rich history of chocolate. The story of chocolate dates back over 3,000 years to the ancient Mesoamerican cultures, including the Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs. They prepared a bitter drink made from cacao beans, often flavored with spices or honey. Chocolate was so revered that it was used in religious

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Robert Nelson, the executive director at the National Blues Museum, was pulled toward music throughout his life, from education to working with record companies to his work at the museum.