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Payton Thomas has been dancing since she was 8 years old and currently teaches classes at the YMCA in Tacoma.

From Feb 9th - 17th, come to 18Rails | The Venue @CityFoundrySTL for Love Struck — A Valentine Pop-Up made for sweethearts, friends and secret admirers (21 & up). First, […]

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Bob Somerby objects to my headline saying that Donald Trump "is losing it": We're sorry, but no. Donald Trump isn't "losing it" at the present time. He plainly lost it long ago, but our politically hapless blue tribe doesn't seem to know how to convince enough voters of that fact, and so we've decided to ...continue reading "Voters need to be more scared of Donald Trump"

Phelps County, Missouri, was the last county under a Winter Weather Advisory, which was canceled Monday afternoon.

Propel Kitchens in Pagedale gives people a second chance by combining career training with care that goes beyond a traditional food industry job. Executive director Kisha Lee and trainee Chavi Jackson share how the program has been able to uplift St. Louisans in vulnerable situations and put them on a path toward success.

As we inch closer to the busiest day of the year at Kirkwood Florists, they are rushing to put together arrangements for the big day.

The Troy Soccer League's former president, treasurer and concession stand contractor face felony stealing charges.

Taylor Swift must know all too well the horrors of driving in St. Louis, because instead of braving city streets, her private jet recently took a 13-minute journey between Cahokia Heights to Chesterfield — twice. The 28-mile flight went from Chesterfield (almost certainly the Spirit of Saint Louis Airport) to Cahokia Heights (almost certainly the misleadingly named Downtown St. Louis Airport) — and then, later that day, back again.

Brass Burger at Urban Chestnut will be open from 4 to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 7 p.m. Sunday.

Former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley is thanking fans for their support of his single “10,000 Volts,” the title track from his upcoming album. The video for the song just reached 1 million views on YouTube. Frehley celebrated…

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Ten years ago California banned lightweight single-use plastic bags in supermarkets. Since then, the gross tonnage of plastic bag waste has increased 47%. Huh? Long story short, supermarkets switched to heavyweight plastic bags that are theoretically reusable but not really. These bags are about three times heavier than old school thin plastic bags, so even ...continue reading "California has more plastic waste than ever"

WASHINGTON — Republican and Democratic senators on Monday distanced themselves from comments Donald Trump made about NATO over the weekend, when the GOP front-runner said the United States might not assist those countries should Russia expand its war in Europe. Speaking at a rally in South Carolina, Trump recalled a conversation he had when he was president […]

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WORDEN - The small community of Worden, population 1,110 was filled with individuals and families not only from the city itself but from communities all over the region and beyond on Saturday. The attendance was estimated in the 5,000 range and it was every bit of that. The Worden bars were filled with people and there were food trucks present this year and vendors. The parade participation was astonishing with everything from trucks, jeeps and motorcycles and much more. The parade was long and merry throughout with not only parade participants but the crowd. Rick and Nikki Landrem, owners of the Yellow Dog Bar in Worden are two of the event coordinators. The event has grown a lot, Nikki said. “It has put Worden on the map,” she said of the annual Mardis Gras Celebration. “The parade is loosely organized but very successful.” There was entertainment into the evening after the parade ended and once again, the Wordi-Gras appeared to be a big success for th

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Kurt Becker, a longtime firefighters union official, has been named St. Louis County director of administration by County Executive Sam Page.

Organizations representing homeschool families raised concerns about legislation debated Monday seeking to expand a tax credit program that helps pay for students to attend private and religious schools.  A dozen bills proposing changes to the tax-credit program, dubbed MOScholars, have been filed this legislative session in both the House and Senate. On Monday, a House […]

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Sometimes, you have to let go of the past in order to move forward. Members of the Berkeley community and government bid adieu to the old city hall with the commencement of demolition operations Monday morning.

Gerard Craft’s Niche Food Group on March 1 for a limited time will open Brass Burger at Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.

GRAFTON - There are only two more days to enjoy the Raging Rivers Valentine’s Day deals that can save you up to $100. The park promises another fun-filled, sunny season with new additions to celebrate its 35th year in Grafton. You have until Feb. 14, 2024, to check out two package deals with big savings. “It is the place to be for the summer,” said park owner Ken Handler. “We want them to come out and enjoy and think summertime and get excited for this coming summer.” It might be cold now, but Handler sees a fun summer ahead with deals that make it easier for your family and friends to enjoy the waterpark. The Valentine’s Day deal allows customers to purchase four tickets and a cabana — a value of $239 — for $150. Customers can also purchase four tickets, meal vouchers and parking, which is valued at $198, for just $100. These deals are only available Feb. 7–14, 2024, in the Special Event Section on RagingRivers.com .

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Greg E. Burns was charged last week with first-degree murder and armed criminal action in the death of 39-year-old Jeremy West near the intersection of Mimika and Gladys avenues.