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Driver of Grave Digger Monster Truck Shares Winning Philosophy Ahead of STL Monster Jam

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SAINT LOUIS - Monster Jam is coming to St. Louis, and one driver can’t wait to share his iconic truck with the region. Tyler Menniga, known as the driver of the legendary Grave Digger, looks forward to Monster Jam on Sept. 20, 2025, at The Dome at America’s Center. He loves keeping people guessing and sharing the truck’s legacy with new fans. “I try to be the craziest driver on the track at all times,” Menniga said. “It’s definitely just cool to be driving the Grave Digger truck and be behind the wheel. I can't wait to get to St. Louis. I’m very excited and can’t wait for that event.” Menniga has been driving Grave Digger since he was 18. He shared that he was always “a gearhead and a motorsports fanatic,” but getting behind the wheel of Grave Digger unlocked a whole new love for him. “I got the keys to a Monster Truck when I was 18 years old. That’s crazy,” he laughed. “I went from

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Former Republican Senator Cory Gardner Becomes The Cable Industry’s Top Lobbyist

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Cory Gardner, who spent a decade as a Republican senator, has been freshly announced as the CEO of the NCTA–The Internet & Television Association–the cable industry’s biggest lobbying organization. As the revolving door spins you might recall that Gardner is replacing Michael Powell, former FCC boss, whose stint at the agency has largely destroyed government […]
Karl Bode

Body pulled from Mississippi River: Police

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ST. LOUIS - A body was pulled from the Mississippi River near 1st Street and Chouteau Monday afternoon. According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD), there was no identification found on the body—which is said to be male. Since the discovery, medical examiners have been requested. SLMPD says officials are working to identify [...]
Daesha Gear

Missouri House advances bill to make it harder for voters to amend state constitution

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The Missouri House gave initial approval Monday to legislation that would increase the threshold to pass constitutional amendments proposed through initiative petition. The bill passed largely along partisan lines, with five Republicans voting in opposition. It needs to be approved by the House one more time before heading to the Senate. If it passes that […]
Annelise Hanshaw

Pro Automotive Services Celebrates 35 Years of Business with Open House

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WOOD RIVER - Pro Automotive Services will celebrate 35 years of business with an open house this weekend. From 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, community members can stop by Pro Automotive Services in Wood River for food, attendance prizes and games. Owners Mike and Jennifer Baggett expressed their excitement to share the 35-year milestone with the community. “It’s been an adventure,” Mike said. “My dad told me a long time ago, if you find something that you know you love to do, you’ll never work a day in your life. I don’t feel that I’ve worked for 35 years. It’s just something I enjoy doing.” On Sept. 13, community members can enjoy free hotdogs, chips, soda and Dippin’ Dots. Those who are up to the challenge can shoot a hole-in-one on a 35-foot putt to win a free oil change. There will also be attendance prizes and additional games for kids to enjoy. Mike and Jennifer are eager to celebrate. While

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Alton Moose Lodge 951 to Host Music Festival for Good Causes

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ALTON - Community members are invited to the Alton Moose Lodge 951 for a full weekend of live music. On Friday, Sept. 12, and Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, the Moose Lodge will host Moosestock, a music festival complete with four bands, ten vendors, and plenty of fun. Tickets cost $5 pre-sale or $8 at the door on Saturday. Lodge Administrator Keith Northway encourages people to come out and see what the Moose has to offer. “If people come to the Moose this weekend, one thing they can expect is some great music,” Northway said. “I was looking for a way to increase the activity of the members, so I came up with this idea for Moosestock. I thought it was an awesome idea.” On Friday, #4 Combo Band takes the stage at 7 p.m. This will be followed by Rum Boogie Band at 1 p.m. on Saturday and City Heat Band at 5 p.m. The evening concludes with Array of Saint Louis at 9 p.m. But the fun doesn’t stop there. While the bands conclude at midnight, Northway promises

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EHS Clarinetist Daniel Tossey Debuts At Powell Hall

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ST. LOUIS - Daniel Tossey, a 17-year-old senior at Edwardsville High School, began his first season with the St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra by performing at the ensemble’s inaugural concert in the newly renovated Powell Hall on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. Tossey, who plays clarinet, joined the Youth Orchestra after nearly a decade of musical development and local recognition. Tossey joined a fellow EHS player, violist Ian Kim , in the orchestra on Sunday. The St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra is a 100-member ensemble composed of accomplished young musicians from the St. Louis region and beyond. The orchestra, which performs expert-level repertoire at three concerts each season, is nationally recognized for its artistic quality. Musicians aged 12 to 22 receive coaching from St. Louis Symphony Orchestra members and participate in a peer mentorship program. Founded in 1970 by SLSO Conductor Laureate Leonard Slatkin, the Youth Orchestra has more than 2,000 alumni. Tossey began playin

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