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Several In Greene County Face Battery, Sexual Assault, Other Charges

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CARROLLTON - Battery, aggravated sexual assault of a child, and several other charges have been filed against individuals in Greene County over the past few weeks, according to the latest Greene County Jail Booking Report. Michael D. Moran, 54, of Carrollton, was charged with aggravated criminal sexual assault of a child. He was arrested by the Greenfield Police Department on May 19 and remains in custody. Jamie L. Farris, 37, of White Hall, was charged on June 9 with domestic battery and aggravated battery. Farris had previously been arrested a month earlier on May 9 for aggravated battery causing great bodily harm to a peace officer, as well as disorderly conduct. She was taken into custody and released on her own recognizance before being arrested again on June 9 by the Scott County Sheriff’s Department for the domestic/aggravated battery charges. She currently remains in custody. Farris had also been charged with violating an order of protection on April 29, April

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Missouri Supreme Court rules lawmakers had no power to limit conservation spending

2 years 4 months ago

Lawmakers “invaded” the authority of the Missouri Conservation Commission when they tried to limit the use of its dedicated funds, the Missouri Supreme Court ruled Tuesday. In the long-anticipated decision, the court split 4-3 over whether appropriation bills could bar the commission from spending money on land acquisition or for payments to replace lost property […]

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Rudi Keller

Techdirt Podcast Episode 354: Decentralizing Content Moderation

2 years 4 months ago
When talking about content moderation, it’s easy to focus entirely on centralized platforms. But now, with the rise of more federated and decentralized systems like ActivityPub and Bluesky (and many others), it’s becoming more and more important to talk about how content moderation works in a decentralized space. This week we’re joined by Yoel Roth, […]
Leigh Beadon

Stone Hall Cabinetry Reinvents a Beloved Ladue Storefront

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From STL Magazine:  In Ladue, a charming two-story Tudor Revival building on Clayton Road, just east of Price Road, has long held a special place in the collective heart of the surrounding community. The new home of custom cabinet maker Stone Hall Cabinetry, it was built in 1928 as Meyer’s Market, later known as Ladue […]
Zo

St. Louis Fell for Country Sensation Tyler Childers

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At the beginning of Tyler Childers’ sold-out show at Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, Childers noted that “besides festivals and things, this is, like, the biggest Tyler Childers gig we’ve ever played.” Indeed, the place was packed with 18,000 fans who, incredibly, were on their feet for the entire two-hour show singing along to songs that get zero radio airplay. Even during a five-song opening sequence featuring Childers alone on stage with his acoustic guitar, the crowd — heavily composed of young fans in boots and ballcaps — squealed with recognition at the first guitar chords of each song.
Steve Leftridge

Recognizing Academic Excellence: St. Ambrose Catholic School Announces 4th Quarter Honor Roll for Grades 4-8

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GODFREY - St. Ambrose Catholic School is proud to announce the 4th Quarter Honor Roll for grades 4 to 8. These students have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and dedication throughout the quarter. St. Ambrose congratulates all the students who have earned a place on the honor roll and commends them for their hard work, discipline, and commitment to excellence. Their achievements serve as a shining example to their peers and reflect the school's unwavering commitment to fostering a culture of academic success. 4th GRADE High Honor Roll: Rylan Estes Finn Kane Joseph King Emma Kory Lydia Lara Caroline Morrissey Ryan Terry 4th GRADE Honor Roll: Collin Cruse Danica Dornes Charlie Droste Charlotte Hendrickson Benjamin Osborn Jackson Osborn Neal Pichee Asa Reinersman Liam Rose Finn Stephan Isla Stevenson 5th GRADE High Honor Roll: Piper Adams Bennett Anderson Karina Chew Erin Crawford Kayli Jacobs Elizabeth King Averie Kochan Charlotte Kohl Christian

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Lucky Night For Pick 3 Players Across State

2 years 4 months ago
CHICAGO – It was a very lucky night for Pick 3 players across the state of Illinois – scooping up more than $2.1 million in total prizes in last night’s evening draw. The winning numbers in the Monday, June 12 evening draw were 7-7-7 with a FIREBALL of 3. More than 8,600 winning tickets hit the triple 7s last night, and the lucky Pick 3 players that played the 7-7-7 straight took home $250 for a 50 cent play and $500 for a $1 play. In the past six months, Pick 3 players have cashed in on over $65 million in prizes and Pick 4 players have cashed in on nearly $67 million in prizes. Lottery players holding winning tickets have one year from the date of the draw to claim their prize. The Illinois Lottery encourages all its winners to write their name on the back of their ticket and keep it in a safe place until they’re ready to claim their prize. Pick 3 and Pick 4 plus Fireball are Illinois-only games with two draws daily. To play both Pick 3 and Pick 4 games,

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Tyler Small takes photos for a living. Being a dad gives him life

2 years 4 months ago
Tyler Small, a 27-year-old self-taught photographer and queer Black dad in St. Louis, is commemorating Father’s Day in a special way. He’s taking pictures of fellow Black fathers for a local nonprofit’s event that raises funds for free mental health services and he’s sharing his own story of becoming a father.

Lunchtime Photo

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Sunset in the French town of Vernon, about 40 miles downstream on the Seine from Paris.
Kevin Drum

Trump pleads not guilty in classified documents indictment

2 years 4 months ago
Former President Trump pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges on 37 counts following a Department of Justice indictment alleging he violated both the Espionage Act and obstructed justice in taking classified records from his presidency and refusing to return them. The arraignment was Trump’s second this year but his appearance in a Miami courthouse was [...]
Rebecca Beitsch

Popular Children's Magician Thrills Youngsters At Carlinville Library

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CARLINVILLE - A huge crowd of youngsters laughed and learned during a special presentation at the Carlinville Public Library on Friday afternoon, June 9. Dan Gogh, a beloved and popular children’s performer, was on hand to entertain and teach the children with a show that combined comedy, magic, and principles of art. An artist and magician based in Plainfield, Ill., Gogh, whose real name is Dan Laib, has become a favorite with audiences across the region, and has appeared at countless libraries, schools, and youth groups over the last decade. Gogh’s programs are designed for creative, inquisitive youngsters who love to laugh, and his performances have earned numerous positive reviews. In Carlinville, Gogh excited the crowd with magic tricks and use of art forms as well as a puppet, Peeky, delighting the crowd with humor and playful banter. “It was an amazing performance,” said Hannah Miller, the director of the Carlinville Public Library. “The kids

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