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Digital consultancy Perficient creates new innovation team focused on generative AI
Digital consulting firm Perficient Inc. has created a global innovation group within its operations in an effort to determine how best it can help customers use cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology.
Audio platform Yoto removes Queen’s “Fat Bottomed Girls” from ‘Greatest Hits’ album
Queen’s Greatest Hits album is short one hit on the audio platform Yoto, which is aimed at children. While 16 tracks from the album are available, including “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Another One Bites The…
How to watch the first Republican presidential primary debate
Republican presidential hopefuls are slated to take the stage Wednesday night to make their cases to voters in the first 2024 presidential primary debate.
Enforcement unclear as Missouri approaches transgender athlete restrictions
State officials are still not clear on how they will enforce restrictions on transgender athletes — one of the most controversial new laws approved by Missouri legislators this year.
Auto loans aren’t looking out of control these days
The Wall Street Journal says auto prices are unsustainable, leading to a surge of delinquencies. I'm not so sure of that. First up, here's the average monthly payment on a new car over the past few years. This takes into account both the rising price of cars and rising interest rates: That doesn't look so ...continue reading "Auto loans aren’t looking out of control these days"
Big St. Louis health care system to build $21M medical office building
Thoughts on NGA West’s Upcoming $10 Million Dollar Landscaping Project
The new NGA West campus , Jefferson & Cass, has been under construction for a few years now. Next NGA West is a large-scale construction project that will build a new facility for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in St. Louis, Missouri.This $1.7B project is managed by the U.S. Army Corps ...
Easy do-it-yourself tips for improving your A/C efficiency this heatwave
SLU pep band hires director amid rocky relationship with athletics
St. Louis University welcomes a new pep band director. But some students are uncertain of their future participation in the band amid its rocky relationship with SLU's athletics department.
Suing Unhappy Patients For Defamation Is A Great Way To Put Yourself On The Hook For Their Legal Fees
Customer service matters. Suing patients unhappy with your work just ain’t it. That’s what Texas cosmetic surgeon Dr. Wilbur Hah has just learned, after being handed a loss in four concurrent opinions dealing with four anti-SLAPP motions filed by unhappy patients the (allegedly not-so-good) doctor sued for daring to besmirch his reputation with social media […]
Gaming the system: Dave & Buster’s hosting local GOP presidential debate watch party
Republican presidential hopefuls, minus Donald Trump, set to take part in Milwaukee debate. The party is sponsored by local conservative-talk station KFTK.
Beyoncé returns to St. Louis and more August concerts to watch for
Beyoncé’s “Renaissance World Tour” — sure to be flashy and unforgettable, with soaring vocals and big beats — arrives at 8 p.m. Aug. 21.
Daily Deal: Noiselab Music Production Hub (Unlimited Access)
Noiselab is an online community dedicated to Ableton producers and electronic musicians. With a team of experienced instructors, including Ableton Certified Trainers and industry-recognized producers, Noiselab offers high-quality Ableton tutorials, sample packs, loops, and an extensive sound library. Joining the Noiselab community gives you unlimited access to over 500 lessons and resources to enhance your […]
Slusser Announces Campaign for Madison County Board Chairman
"The economic turnaround of our county starts now,” said Slusser. WOOD RIVER – Republican Madison County Treasurer Chris Slusser announced his campaign for County Board Chairman today, citing an urgent need for leadership in economic development and collaboration with board members and community leaders. “We need to start the engine of economic development in Madison County,” said Slusser. “We are primed and ready for a boom, but we need solid leadership in County Government to help put the pieces together. That is why I’m running for Chairman.” Slusser is a family man, public servant, and small business owner. He and his wife, Megan, reside in Wood River with their two daughters. His extensive financial professional experience includes work as an investment advisor, Chief Financial Officer for ROI Realty Partners, and as Vice President of RLP Development Company. Deeply engaged in the community, Slusser serves as a Trustee for the Baptist
Is that fog? Or smoke? Unhealthy air blankets St. Louis, along with dangerous heat
A gray Monday morning in St. Louis stemmed from a mix of both fog and smoke, with an air quality alert joining an excessive heat warning.
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Donors Needed For 21st Annual NGRREC, Lewis And Clark Water Festival
EAST ALTON - Lewis and Clark Community College and its National Great Rivers Research and Education Center will host the 21 st Annual Water Festival, Sept. 29. More than 800 fifth graders will enjoy a water science field day, the largest festival to date, on L&C’s Godfrey Campus. “The response to our invitation to schools is overwhelming,” said Jennifer Mandeville, Interim Director of Education at the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC). “The Water Festival immerses students in freshwater science with an active curriculum that continues when they return to their classrooms. Water Festival costs $50 per student. Her team has been raising funds since April but needs more to meet the demand. “We don’t want to turn any students away,” Mandeville said. “My team is so grateful to our major sponsors, Phillips66-Wood River Refinery, Illinois American Water, Godfrey Walmart and Enbridge Energy Services. We are also
Beverly Farm Welcomes State Representative Amy Elik
GODFREY - Beverly Farm Foundation welcomed Illinois State Representative, 111 th District, Amy Elik on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. During her visit to Beverly Farm, Representative Elik met with Beverly Farm Foundation CEO Crystal Officer, residents and team members from all levels of the organization. Accompanying Representative Elik was her Legislative Aide Emma Long. Representative Elik’s tour of the Beverly Farm campus included visits to the nonprofit’s Community Day Services center, its Groves B. Smith Recreation Center and one of Beverly Farm’s group homes. At each of the three stops on the tour, Representative Elik and her legislative aide met and talked with Beverly Farm residents and team members. “While Beverly Farm is just outside my district, I wanted to come out today to meet and speak with some of its residents, staff and senior leadership.” said Representative Elik. “With its mix of community-based living arrangements, group homes