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Okunsola Amadou is a folklorist and midwife who founded the state’s first Black-led midwifery clinic in the heart of Ferguson, Missouri. Pioneering Black midwife Mariah Watkins lived in the Ozark region of Missouri and became a successful business owner, midwife, healer, and mentor to one of America’s most brilliant minds. She exemplifies a life of resilience, tenacity, and unshakable strength. Mariah Watkins was born into slavery as Mariah Scales …

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From The St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The Missouri Senate gave initial approval Monday night to a $50 million tax-credit bill designed to jumpstart development in downtown St. Louis and along “main streets” across Missouri. The Senate action came after a two-hour filibuster led by a Kansas City-area lawmaker. Sen. Steven Roberts, the sponsor, said his measure would […]

From Burns & McDonnell:  Burns & McDonnell, a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture and construction firm, has promoted Chase Herrmann to lead the Construction Group in the Midwest Region. In this role, Herrmann will focus on delivering safe, high-quality construction solutions while helping clients successfully navigate complex projects across multiple industries. “Chase is a dedicated leader with a deep understanding […]

Department of Labor & Industrial Relations: April 9, 2025, is the deadline for objecting to the Division of Labor Standards’ prevailing wage rates. Each year, Missouri’s prevailing wage rates are determined based on information provided through Contractor’s Wage Surveys. The deadline for submitting surveys is Jan. 31 and the rates are filed with the Missouri […]

From Southern Illinois University Edwardsville:  The Wedge and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) are proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership that will transform the economic landscape of the greater Alton Metro Region. The collaboration, branded as “The Wedge Powered by SIUE,” will create a dynamic ecosystem for innovation, education, and community development when The Wedge […]

From West Newsmagazine:  This week, the Parkway School District provided an update on projects being funded by the $265 million bond issue, Prop S, which had been approved by voters in November 2022. Recently completed projects include roof replacements at Central Middle, Hanna Woods Elementary, Henry Elementary and Ross Elementary; windows, doors and parking lot […]

Kerry Koepke of Sullivan, MO joined the Real Rock Army today

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A local company withdrew its proposal to build a new seven-story, 180-unit apartment complex in the Central West End.

There are three seats open on the board and 12 candidates running.

The Missouri Senate moves closer to transferring control of St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department to the state with a 27-5 vote.

"I'm really feeling hopeful about the future of Kinloch for the first time in a very long time," said Kinloch City Manager Justine Blue.

The district says declining enrollment, increased hiring, higher costs, and staffing needs are among some of the top issues resulting in the deficit.

A pet center needs more than $11,000 for a new roof after strong winds destroyed it.

89, Baptized into the Hope of Christ’s Resurrection on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Beloved sister, aunt, relative, friend, classmate, Sister in Religious Life, and S.S.N.D. Associate.

Asleep in Jesus, Friday March 7, 2025.

Tuesday, March 4, 2025. 88, of Dittmer, MO. Vis. Thurs 4-8 p.m. Chapel Hill Mortuary. Serv. Fri 10 a.m. at Chapel Hill Mortuary

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Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois, on Monday, March 10, 2 — 9:00 pm. Funeral from Kutis Affton Chapel on Tuesday, March 11, 9:15 am to St. Paul Catholic Church (Fenton, MO) for 10:00 am Mass. Interment J.B. National…

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Tues. February 18, 2025. Funeral mass Thursday March 13, 10AM at Calvary Cemetery Chapel. A service of KUTIS AFFTON Chapel.