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The deep and nuanced complexity of one word
This is from the New York Times today: Yes, seriously. To dig into "complex" views about the election, the Times asked voters for one word. God only knows what they'd call it if they asked for ten words.
Bold Spoon Creamery leverages grant money to expand its operations
Bold Spoon Creamery recently secured two grants totaling $150,000.
School bus involved in hit-and-run crash in St. Louis Thursday, police say
OJ and the LAPD
Many years ago—pre-blogging—I wrote this about OJ Simpson: Yes, OJ was guilty and got off. So have lots of white guys. But that's missing the point. Why did the jurors unanimously believe it quite plausible that the LAPD planted evidence and lied on the stand? That's pretty much still my basic take.
Jennings man admits to carjackings from October 2023
A Jennings man appeared in U.S. District Court on Thursday and pleaded guilty to federal charges tied to a pair of carjackings last October.
McClure Engineering Honored with Ameren Trade Ally of the Year Award
McClure Engineering, a St. Louis-based mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm, was recently recognized with Ameren Missouri’s Trade Ally of the Year Award. Driven by McClure Engineering’s efforts in saving its clients more than $1.7M in 2023 through energy incentives, the award represents the firm’s commitment to maximizing energy savings through its dedication to energy-efficient […]
Caught on camera: burglars ransack St. Louis Boutique, escape with loot
On Thursday, police are investigating a series of overnight break-ins across south St. Louis. One of the break-ins took place at Girlfriend's Boutique, a clothing boutique.
Joe Elliott defends Def Leppard against accusations of using backing tracks
Joe Elliott wants fans to know that what they see at a Def Leppard concert is all live.“You want people to hear it and go, 'My God, they’re tight,' but…
St. Louis man charged in Jennings fatal shooting
Devin Macon, of St. Louis, was charged with second-degree murder and stealing a gun after prosecutors say he shot 25-year-old Keila Buckner during a struggle over a gun in Jennings.
Big Daddy’s, Molly’s and other Soulard businesses burglarized
Two burglars threw a brick into the front window of a Soulard bar early Wednesday, climbed in through the broken glass and stole cash from several register drawers in the manager's basement office.
Musician Michael B. Whit welcomes the attention ‘Cowboy Carter’ brings to Black country musicians
Country music is in public discourse after international superstar Beyoncé released “Cowboy Carter.” The album also has listeners discovering unsung Black country artists, and the attention has brought attention to unsung Black country artists. Singer-songwriter Michael B. Whit shares his perspective as a Black man with rural roots and as a country musician, and reflects on the impact of Black musicians in the genre.
Committee spoils plan for Missouri House speaker’s victory lap. Ethics investigation ‘ongoing.’
Tensions on the House side of the Capitol have been building for weeks as the committee has slogged through multiple hourslong meetings over the past seven months.
Missouri push against out-of-state water exports gains traction
There's new momentum around a bill that would make it illegal to export Missouri’s waters outside of the state without a permit.
St. Louis Lambert International Airport Holds Its First Industry Day Event
St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) is on the brink of transforming its passenger terminal facilities to meet customer needs and future demand. To achieve that goal, STL has developed the Consolidated Terminal Program (CTP). On Thursday, May 9, 2024, St. Louis Lambert International Airport is inviting you to learn more about the Consolidated Terminal […]
Visiting for the first time next month and moving next year. Where to stay?
Plumbing drug test
Queen’s Brian May to make guest appearance with Jean-Michel Jarre at STARMUS Festival concert
Queen’s Brian May is set to join French new age performer Jean-Michel Jarre for a special concert to kick off this year’s STARMUS Festival.The one-off show, Bridge from the Future, will…
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