New research finds that customer satisfaction at St. Louis Lambert International Airport ranks lower than most airports of similar size in North America, nearly the worst among its size classification.
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MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. - Dave & Busters is set to reopen it's Maryland Heights location with a brand new, reimagined look for families and friends. The entertainment venue will reopen on Friday, September 27 and will feature a new store layout, menu, prizes, watching environment, and gaming experience. Along with the changes, Dave & Busters [...]
After weeks of tussling between the two campaigns, Republican U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley and Democrat Lucas Kunce are finally set to square off in a televised debate less than a week before voters head to the polls. The debate will air Oct 31 on Missouri Nexstar stations, including KTVI/KPLR-St. Louis, WDAF-Kansas City, KRBK-Springfield and KSN-Joplin […]
The state health department will focus on edibles or drinks that mimic candy or regular food, giving up the push to ban all products made with hemp-derived THC.
Illinois officials are warning residents about the rise of scammers using advanced technology to steal personal information and money, and are holding meetings to teach people how to spot these scams.
The wife of Queen guitarist Brian May is giving fans an update on his health. In early September, May revealed on social media that he was recovering from a “minor stroke”…
Nelly, a St. Louis native, will be performing live at the Cincinnati Red's Great American Ball Park on Friday as part of the Ohio Lottery Reds Post-Game Concert Series.
Back in 2022, you might recall that ex-Moviepass executives Theodore Farnsworth and J. Mitchell Lowe were charged by the DOJ for wire and securities fraud, after it was found they’d repeatedly misled investors about the profitability of their “all you can eat” movie ticket efforts. Lowe this week pleaded guilty to a securities fraud conspiracy […]
EAST ST. LOUIS – East St. Louis Senior High School went into lockdown Wednesday morning, Sept. 18, 2024, following a social media threat that referenced potential violence at the school. The East St. Louis School District reported the threat and immediately contacted law enforcement. “The district is working closely with local law enforcement and all students are safe as classes are continuing,” the district stated. “The safety and security of our school community remains our highest priority. We appreciate the cooperation and patience of our students, staff and parents at this time. Law enforcement will remain on-site to support the safety of our campus.” In a related incident, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville (SIUE) issued an e-Lert the same day, indicating that SIUE Police had received information about a possible threat. “As a precautionary measure, we secured (locked down) the Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Education Campus in East St. Louis,”
ROSEWOOD HEIGHTS — A vehicle left the roadway and struck a power pole Wednesday morning in the 800 block of East Airline Drive. The incident occurred around 10 a.m., prompting responses from the Rosewood Heights Fire Department, Madison County Sheriff's Department, and Alton Memorial Ambulance Service. According to initial reports, a black vehicle veered off the road, traveled approximately 15 feet, and collided with the power pole. Traffic in the area slowed as emergency responders managed the scene. One individual was transported to a nearby hospital by Alton Memorial Ambulance Service. The condition of the victim has not been disclosed. The Madison County Sheriff's Department is conducting an investigation into the accident.
The executive director of KIPP St. Louis, a public charter school network in the city of St. Louis, plans to step down from his role, effective June 30, 2025.
ALTON - During their regular meeting on Sept. 17, 2024, the Alton Community Unit School District Board of Education recognized the Optimist Students of the Month for September. Willie Barbee IV was named the Optimist Student of the Month at Alton Middle School, and Ellyn Dix was recognized as the Optimist Student of the Month at North Elementary School. Alton Middle School Principal Dr. Brian Saenz introduced Barbee as an eighth-grade student at AMS with “a really excellent name.” Barbee is a member of the football team and an honor roll student. “His teachers describe him as a very bright student who tries his best in all he does,” Saenz said. “He is kind to his peers as well as adults, often offering to help others when needed. He participates in class, offering answers as well as sharing new things.” Saenz added that Barbee loves math and wants to be a firefighter when he grows up. Optimist Students of the Month receive a $25 gift car
ALTON - During the regular Alton Community Unit School District Board of Education meeting on Sept. 17, 2024, attendees learned about the district’s School Improvement Plan. The plan has three main objectives, which focus on creating a culture of belonging , standardizing instruction, and building professional learning communities. At the board meeting, Superintendent Elaine Kane and Director of Curriculum Rene Hart spoke about the professional learning communities (PLCs). “Professional learning communities are groups of people who come together with the same goal to partner and collaborate to get better results,” Kane explained. “That’s how we do our best work.” Kane said that the district has contractual time for meetings, so teachers can come together and plan their teaching in a PLC setting. She added that through funding received during the COVID-19 pandemic, Alton has purchased “very high-quality curriculum resources”
The Eagles have paid tribute to songwriter JD Souther, who co-wrote some of their best-known songs, including "Best of My Love," "New Kid in Town," "Heartache Tonight," "Victim of Love"…
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