From Construction Dive: As part of efforts to call out offenders and highlight safety best practices, OSHA frequently publicizes cases where inspections or investigations result in hefty fines. The biggest of these cases often involve residential builders that usually have a history of failing to provide workers with adequate protection from hazards — most commonly […]
ALTON - When Angel Clark’s little sister Arian announced she wanted to become a real estate agent, both Angel and their mother admitted they had a few doubts. Arian, a 21-year-old realtor on the autism spectrum, is smart and talented but sometimes struggles with communication, which is, as the sisters’ mother Burrae Rocha points out, an important part of real estate. But Burrae and Angel weren’t worried about Arian’s ability as an agent; they were concerned about the society she’d be up against. “Instead of us learning Arian, Arian has to learn how to deal with us,” Burrae explained. “She’s got to learn how to deal with the outside world, and that’s a real challenge. I think that social cues are very hard for her. I guess, from a mom’s perspective, I would love other people just to know: Don’t judge a book by its cover. You know what I’m saying? She’s a very kind person. She’s just very straightforward
From St. Louis Business Journal: Aegion Corp., a Chesterfield-based infrastructure repair company, made two acquisitions this month that expand its reach in New York and Florida. The company acquired 11 Enviro Group, which provides assessment, maintenance and trenchless repair services for water and wastewater pipelines in the New York City area. Terms of the deal […]
From St. Louis Post Dispatch: New steel plates will be installed at downtown’s historic Railway Exchange Building at a later date after a miscommunication among officials. Security doors and window shields were installed on the east side of the property on Olive Street earlier this week. But the steel plates were removed hours later once […]
From Hometown Register: The Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation plans to build a new innovation center here that the nonprofit hopes will address food insecurity and inspire young people to pick careers in agtech. The organization, founded by the Olympic athlete and East St. Louis native, is partnering with the Danforth Plant Science Center, University of Illinois […]
There's been lots of chatter over the past few days about how labor unions "are back" following the successful conclusion of the autoworkers strike. I hate to throw cold water on all this, but here's what UAW pay looks like next year, following the immediate 11% hike in the first year of the contract: Autoworkers ...continue reading "Is the new UAW contract really that great?"
A college football game spurred Tari Brown to launch her own startup. Today she is founder of Flair Wear, which sells skirts that feature college teams' logos.
Missouri House Speaker Dean Plocher, accused of stealing from taxpayers, will likely limp into next session as an extremely weak speaker – if he manages to hold on to his job.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) - The family of Dakotah Chapman-Green, the Illinois State Trooper who was shot multiple times in Springfield one week ago, has shared an update on his recovery. Chapman-Green's mother, Kris, said that her son is going through occupational therapy and physical therapy. He is also able to hold conversations while staying awake. [...]
The Vatican has agreed to review the appeals made by parishioners of two local parishes that were closed under the St. Louis Archdiocese's "All Things New" restructuring plan and rejected the appeals of two others.
The Archdiocese said in a statement Monday that the Dicastery for the Clergy accepted petitions for recourse against decrees related to St. Elizabeth Mother of John the Baptist Parish in St. Louis and Sts. Philip and James Parish in River aux Vases.
The All Things New plan consolidates…
Two Missouri men accused of assaulting police officers during the U.S. Capitol riot, including pushing bike racks that were being used as barricades into a police line, have been charged.
JERSEYVILLE - The former Riverbend Axe Throwing location in Jerseyville is undergoing a rebrand and change in management. “Axe & Ale” Co-Owners Christina and Chris Herren are bringing their vision for Jerseyville’s latest entertainment destination to life with a soft opening later this year and a grand opening next year. Axe & Ale will combine “the thrill of axe throwing with the comfort and camaraderie of a neighborhood pub,” according to a press release from Christina. The duo are transforming the space, striving to create an inviting atmosphere for families, groups, and individuals to have a “memorable experience.” The soft opening of Axe & Ale is scheduled for Nov. 27, 2023. The event will allow the community to “get a taste of what's to come.” The grand opening, set for sometime in January of 2024, will feature “exciting activities, special promotions, and a chance for guests to meet the Herrens and their friendly staff.”
WASHINGTON — Congress must approve funding for both Israel and Ukraine if it wants to avoid being dragged into a direct conflict with Russia or emboldening terrorist organizations, two top Biden administration officials told senators Tuesday. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Secretary of State Antony Blinken both testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee that there […]
Carmody MacDonald P.C. is excited to announce that Joseph D. Palumbo and Branden S. Stein have been promoted to partner. Joseph Palumbo is in the firm’s business/transactional practice group and focuses on banking and finance, real estate, and corporate law. Joe works closely with lenders of all sizes and assists them with a variety of […]
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