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Former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley is thanking fans for their support of his single “10,000 Volts,” the title track from his upcoming album. The video for the song just reached 1 million views on YouTube. Frehley celebrated…

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Ten years ago California banned lightweight single-use plastic bags in supermarkets. Since then, the gross tonnage of plastic bag waste has increased 47%. Huh? Long story short, supermarkets switched to heavyweight plastic bags that are theoretically reusable but not really. These bags are about three times heavier than old school thin plastic bags, so even ...continue reading "California has more plastic waste than ever"

WASHINGTON — Republican and Democratic senators on Monday distanced themselves from comments Donald Trump made about NATO over the weekend, when the GOP front-runner said the United States might not assist those countries should Russia expand its war in Europe. Speaking at a rally in South Carolina, Trump recalled a conversation he had when he was president […]

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WORDEN - The small community of Worden, population 1,110 was filled with individuals and families not only from the city itself but from communities all over the region and beyond on Saturday. The attendance was estimated in the 5,000 range and it was every bit of that. The Worden bars were filled with people and there were food trucks present this year and vendors. The parade participation was astonishing with everything from trucks, jeeps and motorcycles and much more. The parade was long and merry throughout with not only parade participants but the crowd. Rick and Nikki Landrem, owners of the Yellow Dog Bar in Worden are two of the event coordinators. The event has grown a lot, Nikki said. “It has put Worden on the map,” she said of the annual Mardis Gras Celebration. “The parade is loosely organized but very successful.” There was entertainment into the evening after the parade ended and once again, the Wordi-Gras appeared to be a big success for th

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Kurt Becker, a longtime firefighters union official, has been named St. Louis County director of administration by County Executive Sam Page.

Organizations representing homeschool families raised concerns about legislation debated Monday seeking to expand a tax credit program that helps pay for students to attend private and religious schools.  A dozen bills proposing changes to the tax-credit program, dubbed MOScholars, have been filed this legislative session in both the House and Senate. On Monday, a House […]

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Sometimes, you have to let go of the past in order to move forward. Members of the Berkeley community and government bid adieu to the old city hall with the commencement of demolition operations Monday morning.

Gerard Craft’s Niche Food Group on March 1 for a limited time will open Brass Burger at Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.

GRAFTON - There are only two more days to enjoy the Raging Rivers Valentine’s Day deals that can save you up to $100. The park promises another fun-filled, sunny season with new additions to celebrate its 35th year in Grafton. You have until Feb. 14, 2024, to check out two package deals with big savings. “It is the place to be for the summer,” said park owner Ken Handler. “We want them to come out and enjoy and think summertime and get excited for this coming summer.” It might be cold now, but Handler sees a fun summer ahead with deals that make it easier for your family and friends to enjoy the waterpark. The Valentine’s Day deal allows customers to purchase four tickets and a cabana — a value of $239 — for $150. Customers can also purchase four tickets, meal vouchers and parking, which is valued at $198, for just $100. These deals are only available Feb. 7–14, 2024, in the Special Event Section on RagingRivers.com .

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Greg E. Burns was charged last week with first-degree murder and armed criminal action in the death of 39-year-old Jeremy West near the intersection of Mimika and Gladys avenues.

Make your sweetie's heart race with Amp Up's Cupid's Combo package. Valued at $100 for just $85 for two people. This package includes 2 races, 2 helmet rentals with head […]

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To You, I Go (2023) is Jessica Page’s visual love letter to St. Louis. Although St. Louis is rarely romanticized, Page aims to showcase the softest purest side of her […]

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RIVERBEND - Not sure where to go for Ash Wednesday this year? We have the ultimate Ash Wednesday guide right here, with Mass times and more to help you decide where to go on Feb. 14, 2024. Email sydney@riverbender.com with Mass times if there is a church we’re missing. St. Mary’s Catholic Church Where: 519 E. 4th Street in Alton When: Mass at 6:30 a.m., 8 a.m., 12 p.m., 5:15 p.m. More information: StMarysAlton.com St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church Where: 717 State Street in Alton When: Mass at 8:15 a.m. and 6 p.m. More information: SSPPAlton.com St. Ambrose Parish Where: 820 W. Homer Adams Parkway in Godfrey When: Mass at 8:15 a.m. and 7 p.m. Service of Ashes at 2:15 p.m. More information: SaintAmbroseParish.org St. Francis Xavier Church Where: 506 S. State Street in Jerseyville When: Mass at 8:15 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. More information: JerseyCountyCatholicChurches.org/Churches/St-Francis-Xavier

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ALTON - Alton Main Street is seeking a local car club partner in order to continue hosting Alton’s All-Wheels Drive-In Car Show into its 27 th year. The club would be responsible for providing a minimum of twelve people that would be available for the entirety of the event to manage the following responsibilities: set-up from 6:00 until 8:00 a.m., directing traffic and registering each participant from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., judging automobiles from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., and conducting the awards ceremony from 4:00 until 4:30 p.m. Experience with auto-related event coordination is preferred, but training could be provided to a group that can offer a sufficient number of committed participants. Alton Main Street staff coordinates all of the logistics leading up to the event, including: city permit, liability insurance, advertising, fundraising, vendors, on-site amenities & activities, etc. "This amazing show has grown into a huge event over the years, and as time ha

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The Kansas City Chiefs won a nail-biter in overtime 25 - 22 against the San Francisco 49ers.

A 24-year-old soldier from Lebanon, Missouri, went missing in action in 1950. His remains were identified with DNA testing in 2023.

A man has been charged in relation to a homicide from Feb. 1 on the 5900 block of Mimika Ave. in north St. Louis.

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Maritime Administration have announced the availability of $450 million for Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) grants for fiscal year 2024. The PIDP is a discretionary grant program administered by the Maritime Administration, with funds awarded on a competitive basis to projects that improve the safety, efficiency, or reliability of the movement of […]

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