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Chef Girard Craft hires chief for Porano Pasta in Des Peres

1 year 7 months ago
Ryan Hux is joining Porano Pasta as its chief operating officer, according to a company statement. Hux has worked with chicken chain Raising Cane's and with burger joint Shake Shack, including roles in opening the three St. Louis-area stores.
Staff reports St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Alton Man Facing Stolen Firearm, Possession Of Weapon By Felon Charges

1 year 7 months ago
GRANITE CITY - Tavarious T. White, 21, of Alton, was charged with unlawful possession of a stolen firearm and unlawful possession of weapons by a felon on Jan. 22, 2024, according to recently filed Madison County court documents. White allegedly possessed a Kimber Ultra Carry II .45-caliber handgun while “knowing it to have been stolen or converted,” according to court documents. White was additionally charged for possessing the stolen firearm as a convicted felon, as he had previously been convicted of aggravated discharge of a firearm. White’s case was presented by the Granite City Police Department. A petition to deny his pretrial release describes the incident as follows: “Officers responded to a residence in to a disturbance. Upon arrival officers were advised that individual involved in fight had a firearm. Officers contacted Defendant who was involved in fight with residents. Officers located firearm Defendant was in possession of. “Defendant

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Thinking Historically: Activism

1 year 7 months ago
Thinking Historically is a series of short talks and conversations presented at the Missouri History Museum’s monthly family event History Exploration Days. The series is designed to help learners and visitors of all ages explore how historians think about and make sense of the past and the present. In this blog post, readers can study …
Lyndsey Watkins

Marquette Catholic Girls Dance Squad Makes History, Are Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athletes Of Month

1 year 7 months ago
BLOOMINGTON - Marquette Catholic’s dance team made history this past weekend and the week before by placing 19th in the IHSA State Class 1A Dance Championships on Jan. 27, 2024. The Explorers’ girls squad was third at the IHSA Sectionals on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, at Mascoutah High School. The girls qualified for the IHSA Finals with their lyrical routine, “Listen.” The Marquette dance girls are Tucker's Automotive Repair and Tire Female Athletes of the Month for the Explorers. The squad consists of those shown above: front row, Grace Schwegel, Alana Taylor, Kambria Simon, Allison Wooden and Hope Seymour. Back row girls are Jaidyn Moore, Macy Stevenson, Jaelyn Slow, Lexi Stevenson and Grace Stoverink. The coaches of the squad are Marquette Catholic graduates Megan Stevenson and Sarah Harnetiaux.

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Submissions Open for NGRREC's World Water Day Photo Contest  

1 year 7 months ago
EAST ALTON – The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) continues to welcome submissions for its World Water Day Photo Contest. NGRREC invites photographers of all skill levels to capture the essence of the Mississippi River, a symbol of natural beauty, rich heritage and vibrant culture. "This contest offers a fantastic platform for individuals to express their connection to this majestic river and the natural heritage of our region," Environmental Educator Jolena Pang said. The central theme for the contest is "Mississippi River Connections," which highlights the intricate relationship between the river and its surrounding life. This broad theme classifies entries into three distinct categories: Wildlife Connections, Scenic Connections and Cultural Connections. Participants can submit one photograph per category. There is also a dedicated category for young photographers age 16 and under to encourage the next generation of environmental

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Abundant Church to Celebrate Super Bowl with "Super Sunday" Games, Prizes and Services

1 year 7 months ago
ALTON - Abundant Church invites everyone to their upcoming “Super Sunday” event to celebrate the Super Bowl with the church family. On Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, Abundant Church will mark the Super Bowl with games, tailgate food and church services starting at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Pastor Joe Banks explained that the event aims to highlight the church’s atmosphere and provide a fun treat for young families to enjoy. “We have so many young families in our church, which is so awesome, and so what we want to do throughout the year are some fun events for young families to enjoy,” Banks explained. “Really, we just want to capture the momentum of the Super Bowl in our community and all the fun that goes with it, and we want to create an unforgettable experience on Sunday morning that is kind of built around our services.” Families are invited to wear their favorite jerseys and register at the door starting at 8:30 a.m. for the chance to win major

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L&C Announces Fall 2023 Honors Lists  

1 year 7 months ago
GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Fall 2023 semester. Students earning a cumulative grade point average of 3.75 or higher out of a possible 4.0 are named to the President’s List. Those students earning a grade point average between 3.25 and 3.74 are recognized each semester on the Dean’s List. Further requirements are listed in the college’s online catalog at http://catalog.lc.edu . Questions should be directed to the Enrollment Center at (618) 468-2222. President’s List ALHAMBRA – Allyson L. Kahrhoff; Webb M. Slifka; Cash M. Vereeke; ALTON – Kailyn E. Alexander; Sloane P. Ballard; Chiara Biciocchi; Addisyn C. Boelter, Julian E. Brady; Savanna S. Brown; Payton L. Crane; Eden E. Cudak; Mary A. Curvey; Yahira S. Delgado; Chase T. Dodd; Marian F. Elmendorf; Isabella M. Hall; Gabrielle J. Harlan; Paige K. Heinemeier; Britney L. Holshouser; Ashlynn N.

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Musician Sylvester Donald Credits SIUE Veterans Upward Bound for Helping Him Strike a Good Note 

1 year 7 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE – The soundtrack for musician Sylvester Donald’s life has been interspersed – and at times heavily so – with the “blues.” However, the 63-year-old gladly shares that the chords now in play are ones that are upbeat and uplifting, thanks in part to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Veterans Upward Bound (VUB). “Besides my music, I’m interested in going back to college, which is why I was excited to learn about Veterans Upward Bound at the SIUE East St. Louis Center, and how they could help me,” said the Army veteran. “My life is not over. I want to get a two-year degree and become a counselor for young people.” “I want to help youth find their way, because there are so many of them who need support in what they want to pursue,” added Donald. “Then there are those who don’t know what it is they want to do.” To understand this refrain that has become dominant in the

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Lunchtime Photo

1 year 7 months ago
Today's picture is a twin of Friday's. But in this one, the alstroemeria is in focus while the cat, if you look carefully, is just a blur.
Kevin Drum

The Missouri true-crime story topping podcast charts for years

1 year 7 months ago
The post reports that the podcast series was a major success, achieving over 1.3 billion downloads since 2019 and ranking high on major podcast charts, including being Apple's No. 3 podcast for two consecutive years. "The Thing About Pam" attracted a massive audience, with more than 32 million downloads, appealing to a younger demographic and introducing "Dateline" to a new generation of true-crime enthusiasts.
Joe Millitzer

Layla Has Quietly Closed in Webster Groves

1 year 7 months ago
The last outpost of the beloved Lebanese-inflected burger joint Layla has closed without much ado. Layla and the Bad Egg (20 Allen Ave, Suite 130, Webster Groves; laylastl.com) quietly closed its doors in October, a representative from the building's owner confirmed to the RFT today.  Michael Koch, director of investments for Novus Companies, says the eatery has been closed since — and will not be reopening. It was one month before the closure that Novus filed a suit against Layla owners Jason and Maria Sparks in St. Louis County Court, seeking $37,376.64 in missing rent, as the St. Louis Business Journal reported at the time. 
Jessica Rogen