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BJ's Printables Female Athlete Of Month: Annika Jenkins Plays Important Role As MELHS Setter

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EDWARDSVILLE — Sophomore setter Annika Jenkins is optimistic about the Metro East Lutheran High's girls' volleyball program future. Jenkins, who is one of five new players in the Knights' starting lineup this past season, believes that the influx of talent from the freshman class and other returnees will contribute to a successful campaign in 2025. "We have a lot of new talent coming in in the freshman class, and throughout all the grades," Jenkins said. "We will just need to learn how to work together well, and I think we'll have a really strong team. It is a very big part of volleyball." Recognized as a BJ's Printables Female Athlete of the Month for the Knights, Jenkins views her role as not just a setter but also as a leader on the court. She emphasizes the importance of supporting her teammates and making precise plays to set up the hitters for success. "I'm the setter, so I think I have the role of leadership to control the court, and what's going on, and when to get

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NYPD, NYC Gov’t Continue Freefall As Top Cop Resigns Following Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct

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Few things have been more enjoyable than watching the collapse of New York City mayor Eric Adams’ personal, cop-focused empire. Granted, if you’re a NYC resident, your mileage will vary because violently disintegrating governments rarely later resolve as fully functional enterprises. But there’s still something incredibly satisfying as watching a law-and-order mayor bind himself to […]
Tim Cushing

Holiday Events Continue

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As the Holiday Season continues there are still numerous activities for family-fun in the region. The Sleigh Shed at STL Union Station continues its holiday activities thru next Tuesday with glittering holiday decor and musical performances. Monday is the last day at the Station for the Polar Express Train Ride which takes you on a…

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New York to charge fossil fuel companies for damage from climate change

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ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) β€” Large fossil fuel companies would have to pay fees to help New York fight the effects of climate change under a bill signed by Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul. The governor signed the new law Thursday. It requires companies responsible for substantial greenhouse gas emissions to pay into a state infrastructure fund…

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Lunchtime Photo

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This is the Donnerbrunnen in Vienna. The name doesn't have any special meaning: it's a fountain designed by a guy named Donner. This one is a copy that sits in the newly finished pedestrian zone in the Neuer Markt. The original is in the Belvedere Museum.
Kevin Drum

Celebrate Early at EXO Lounge's Exciting Pre-New Year’s Eve Party

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EDWARDSVILLE — EXO Lounge, a multifaceted establishment in Edwardsville, is set to host NYE: The Pre-Party from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024. Owner Gina Gamblin and her staff aim to provide a unique social experience that allows guests to celebrate the upcoming year early. Located at 2 157 Center, EXO Lounge combines a nail bar, med spa, and lounge, offering a diverse range of services, including manicures, pedicures, and facials. The venue also features an array of food and drink options prepared by Michelin-star chef Gianni Colucci, who relocated from Switzerland to lead the kitchen. “We just want to promote a social time with your family and friends and provide that special unique experience that you can’t have at any other spot,” Gamblin said. She described the atmosphere at EXO as a "one-of-a-kind experience in the region," likening it to a "mini-vacation" for visitors. The NYE: The Pre-Party event will include drink specials, a DJ, and

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