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Coloring STL

1 year 8 months ago

St. Louis is a kaleidoscope of architecture, filled with structures of every age, shape, and size. In Coloring STL, Missouri History Museum visitors will interact with these fascinating buildings in […]

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St. Louis Band's New Music Video Is by Mac Miller's Frequent Director

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An internationally known director has lent his talents to a rap group in St. Louis. DOUG released their jazz-and-rap infused single, "Buy You The World," on November 22 along with a music video directed by Anthony Gaddis. Gaddis, a director, illustrator and creative director, co-directed several music videos for tracks on deceased rapper Mac Miller's album, Swimming.
Monica Obradovic

Edwardsville Cookie Walk to Support Local Businesses with Discounts, Giveaways

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EDWARDSVILLE - Community members are invited to join downtown Edwardsville businesses for their annual Downtown Cookie Walk. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, local businesses will welcome customers into their stores to enjoy special deals and signature Christmas cookies. Tickets cost $5 and all proceeds benefit local nonprofit Restore Decor . “The idea is something fun and festive to get everybody out and about, something that can bring the small businesses together again,” said Cara Miller, owner of Seams For The Soul Boutique and organizer of the Cookie Walk. “Really, it’s just about the Christmas spirit. I’m a huge, huge Christmas fanatic, so I love anything that resembles a Hallmark movie and this definitely does for me.” This is the third year for the Cookie Walk, and nearly 500 people have already expressed interest. Afterwords Books , Charlie Rae , My Treasure House , Seams For The Soul , Vintage 71 , 222 Artisan Baker

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Celebrate Elf With Dinner and Movie Night at Moonrise Hotel

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As was famously said in Elf: "Tomorrow, 10 a.m., Santa's coming to town!” Well, make that 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, December 21 — and Santa is bringing Buddy.  That's when the Moonrise Hotel and Eclipse Restaurant (6177 Delmar) invites Elf fans to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the beloved Christmas film with dinner and a movie in the Gemini Room.
Paula Tredway

Illinois State Police Reminds Public To Stay Vigilant During The Holiday Season

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is reminding the public to stay vigilant during the holiday season as the Israel-Hamas war continues. With rising tensions in the Middle East and the escalating Israel-Hamas war, there is the potential for violence to be carried out by terrorist groups and supporters pushing their agendas. Historically, foreign terrorist media has called for violence during the winter holiday season, but this year, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Federal Bureau of Investigations expect the call for violence to be heightened. Terrorists may look to holiday events, particularly those of the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian faiths, as potential targets to instigate violence. “We all must remain on guard against both terrorism and hate crimes during this holiday season,” said ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly. “While the Statewide Terrorism and Intelligence Center reviews intelligence for potential threats around the clock,

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Illinois Awarded More Than $95 Million To Improve Passenger Rail Throughout The State

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that Illinois has received $95.1 million from the Federal Railroad Administration to invest in passenger rail, highlighted by almost $94 million to improve and modernize Chicago’s Union Station. “At the heart of the Midwest, Illinois sits in the center of our nation – serving as a major transportation hub for passengers and businesses alike,” said Gov. JB Pritzker. “Thanks to my administration’s landmark Rebuild Illinois capital plan, we’ve been hard at work to modernize our state’s railways and train stations – and now, with a federal investment of nearly $94 million, Illinois is well on its way to creating the most robust, accessible, and connected railroad system in the country. I’m grateful to IDOT, the Federal Railroad Administration, and the Biden Administration for coming together to help us realize our vision of a brighter future.”

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