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Soft Surroundings C-suite changes, kicks off 'aggressive new repositioning' for brand
Soft Surroundings is switching up its C-suite as it looks to update its business to better perform in an increasingly online marketplace. That's according to Dan Karpel, the St. Louis-based retailer's newly appointed chief financial officer.
New dessert concept franchise, JARS by Fabio Viviani, to open five stores in St. Louis region
JARS by Fabio Viviani — a quick-service dessert concept featuring classic desserts scaled to a single-serve jar (like a mini-trifle) — last month said it will open five locations in St. Louis.
Allied Healthcare Products files bankruptcy to facilitate asset sale
Allied Healthcare Products Inc., a St. Louis-based manufacturer of medical equipment, has filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy with plans to sell off its assets in two transactions.
Cardinals Spanish-language commentary now available for TV viewers
Starting tonight, fans watching the games on Bally Sports Midwest will have the option to hear the team's Spanish-language radio broadcasts on television.
Piano lessons?
Health Update
Today's news was relatively good—with an emphasis on the relative. They've confirmed that my face droopiness wasn't caused by a stroke. There were no ischemic problems on the MRI. So what is it? A neurologist just came by and was generally pleased with everything, including the fact that my droopiness extended all the way up ...continue reading "Health Update"
Acting head of state economic development hired as St. Louis' business attraction chief
The new hire replaces Steven Pearce, who was hired last August from an economic development group in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Riverbend CEO Students Demonstrate Enormous Talent, Bright Futures
ALTON - The recent Riverbend CEO 2023 Trade Show demonstrated a talented class of young entrepreneurs at the Best Western Premier in Alton. Katie Sabolo has been the mastermind behind the Riverbend CEO program for the past seven years. She said the Riverbend CEO Class of 2023 has a bright future ahead, thanks in part to the businesses that have taught them the value of determination, innovation, and hard work. “Riverbend CEO has been the highlight of my year!" Sabolo said. She continued and said the program is "an investor-funded entrepreneurship program that connects local high school seniors to businesses in our community. "CEO gives students an incredible opportunity to start their own businesses and network with other business professionals in our community. Each year, students tour more than 30 local businesses and meet with 30 guest speakers to help them learn the ins and outs of running a business. "While learning about businesses in our area, students launch thei
Lunchtime Photo
A Southwest jet landing at John Wayne Airport.
RFT Reviews the Week May 8 to 14
MONDAY, MAY 8 It’s barely May and already muggy. Any St. Louisan knows that summer weather means bloodshed, and sure enough, the last 72 hours saw a spree of killing. From Friday through today, 11 people were shot in the city and five killed.
Study: Black and Hispanic communities more likely to have drinking water with PFAS
Report says 18 million Americans have drinking water with "forever chemicals."
Queen selling rings made from Roger Taylor’s personal cymbals
Queen is offering fans a chance to get their hands on something pretty unique. The band is selling what they are calling a “Taylored” Spinner Cymbal Ring, made of sterling silver and featuring…
St Louis Forensic Treatment Center aka St Louis Lunatic Asylum
Biden’s Bind on Solar
Kuttner on TAP: Should he go all out to support domestic manufacture, or keep the flow of solar panels coming from China?
Holleman: County Council chair switches position, gets $180K for district project
After Shalonda Webb stopped opposing County Executive's spending powers, Jamestown Mall got another $180,000 allotment from agency controlled by Sam Page.
Copyright Abuses Preview A World Without Section 230
Recently artist and actor David Choe made headlines by citing alleged copyright violations to scrub the internet — including journalists’ social media accounts — of clips from a 2014 podcast where he seemingly admitted raping a masseuse. He later claimed that he made up the story for shock value and said it should be taken as performance art. The […]
St. Louis workers have to live in the city. A bill on the governor's desk could end that.
Des Peres could ban sale of recreational marijuana
The City of Des Peres could be the first municipality in the region to ban recreational marijuana businesses.