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Leader to exit Planned Parenthood in St. Louis
Yamelsie Rodríguez, who has served as president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri since 2019, will step down from her post at the end of February, the organization said Friday.
Shop Black-owned brands this month and every month with Walmart’s ‘Black-led’ storefront
Whether you are shopping for a special toy for a child or a premium beauty product to treat yourself, the Walmart Black-led storefront is your go-to spot this February and all year long.
Dozens of ‘friend of the court’ briefs backing abortion pill access arrive at Supreme Court
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court has been inundated with dozens of organizations seeking to weigh in on the future of the abortion pill by filing “friend of the court” briefs. The groups include governors, attorneys general, state lawmakers and members of Congress as well as medical organizations, civil rights groups and pharmaceutical companies — […]
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City Crime stats for 2023 vs 2022
3 St. Louis CEOs tee up in PGA Tour golf tournament alongside Tom Brady, Aaron Rogers
Three St. Louis CEOs this week are teeing it up with some of the best golfers in the world, and football stars Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers, too.
Kids Don’t Think Congress Has Their Best Interests In Mind With Their Grandstanding ‘Protect The Children’ Hearing
We’ve covered a few stories this week related to the Senate hearing on “kids safety” and there’s going to be a lot more in the coming weeks as those same Senators grandstand and yell about “protect the children!” and generally make fools of themselves. I think Casey Newton’s summary of the spectacle is about right: […]
Nominations for 2023’s best local theater unveiled by St. Louis Theater Circle
St. Louis’ best theater performances and productions of the year are being honored once again. On Friday, the St. Louis Theater Circle announced its award nominations, covering approximately 100 shows from 2023. Theater critics Michelle Kenyon and James Lindhorst join the show.
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Friday Cat Blogging – 2 February 2024
Here is Hilbert emerging from the orchid tree in our backyard. It's the end of the line for him, though. A few feet further and the wall ends and is replaced by a wrought iron fence that's too narrow for even a cat to walk on. For some reason, though, he rarely turns around and ...continue reading "Friday Cat Blogging – 2 February 2024"
Sarajevo documentary featuring U2 to play in AMC theaters
The documentary Kiss the Future, featuring Irish rockers U2, is set to open exclusively in AMC theaters in the U.S. starting February 23, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Kiss the Future, directed by Nenad Cicin-Sain and…
Greater St. Louis Marathon announces new date, new course
Dierbergs sticks to self-checkout policy as union applauds Schnucks change
Schnucks' move to limit how customers use self-checkout was heralded by a local union as a step against automation.
Country star Luke Bryan coming to St. Louis area this summer
Award-winning country music artist Luke Bryan is coming to the St. Louis area as part of his upcoming tour.
Missouri's 'Farmer Wants a Wife' contestant makes his first choice
Last night, 'Farmer Wants a Wife' premiered on FOX stations, delivering an episode filled with introductions, speed dating, eliminations, and tears. The participating farmers come from diverse locations, including Florida, Tennessee, Colorado, and Missouri.
St. Louis aldermen OK tax breaks for hotel rehab despite labor dispute
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen on Friday approved tax abatement to help fund renovation of a deteriorating downtown hotel.
St. Charles County woman discovers $1M Mega Millions ticket
A St. Charles County lottery player struck some luck with a winning ticket purchased at a QuikTrip in St. Peters, claiming a $1 million prize.
Missouri abortion rights campaign raises $3 million as signature-gathering effort begins
Missouri Stands with Women, a group seeking to block the campaign, has reported fewer high-dollar donations.
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