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Reddit Blackout Crashes The Site As Reddit Users Realize They’re In The Power Position
On Monday we wrote about the changes that Reddit was making to their API pricing, causing some services to shut down, and leading thousands of subreddits to choose to blackout (some temporarily, some indefinitely). Apparently, all those sites going private resulted in… Reddit itself falling over. According to Reddit, the blackout was responsible for the […]
The Police’s Andy Summers adds more dates to solo tour
Andy Summers is extending his time on the road. The former Police guitarist is due to head out on his The Cracked Lens + A Missing String tour in July, and he’s just…
Daily Deal: JBL Live Free NC+ True Wireless In-Ear Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Earbuds
JBL Live Free NC+ TWS earbuds deliver JBL Signature Sound with supreme comfort. Stay in the groove all day long without noise or any distractions thanks to Active Noise Canceling, while TalkThru and Ambient Aware keep you in touch with your friends and surroundings. Up to 21 hours of battery life and in-case wireless charging […]
Drug Charges Filed In Greene County
CARROLLTON - Several individuals have been charged with drug and alcohol-related crimes in Greene County over the past few weeks, according to the latest Jail Booking Report from the Greene County Sheriff’s Office. Shanna L. Smith, 42, of Manchester, was charged with delivery of 15-100 grams of meth, meth possession, aggravated delivery of meth in a protected area, as well as using a vehicle/structure/property for meth distribution. She was arrested by the Scott County Sheriff’s Department on May 26 and remains in custody. Brandi L. Defrates, 39, of Greenfield, was charged with aggravated driving under the influence with a passenger under 16 years of age, driving under the influence of drugs, driving under the influence with no insurance, and having no rear license plate light. She was arrested on April 16 by the Greenfield Police Department and has since been released on bond. Landry J. Medlock, 21, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was charged with possession of a controlled
GCHS Announces 2023 Spring Semester Honor Roll
GRANITE CITY - Granite City High School Principal Daren DePew announced that 561 students from GCHS earned Honor Roll accolades for the second semester of the 2022-23 school year. Students who obtained a grade point average of 5.0 or higher during the second semester earned high honors, while students with a 4.2-4.999 GPA with no D earned was named to the honor roll. All GPAs are based on the current semester GPA (not cumulative). To view the complete list of honorees, click below: High Honor Roll - 236 honorees Honor Roll - 325 honorees For more information about Granite City School District #9, visit www.gcsd9.net .
In Senate Run, Wesley Bell Seeks To Calm Chaos — Unlike Josh Hawley
Last Wednesday, St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell surprised just about everyone by announcing his bid for the U.S. Senate seat currently occupied by Josh Hawley. Bell will have his work cut out for him. His first opponent will be former Marine Lucas Kunce, who has already racked up numerous endorsements and some impressive fundraising.
2 men charged after family threats lead to vehicular assault, prosecutor says
After receiving threats against himself and his family, a St. Louis County man allegedly found the person making the threats and hit him with his car.
OSHA Says Breese Contractor Put Laborers at Risk
From St. Louis Public Radio: A Breese, Illinois, contractor has been issued multiple penalties for trench cave-in violations. According to a press release from the U.S. Department of Labor, Groundworks Contracting Inc. of Breese was cited for ignoring a city engineer’s instructions to use trench cave-in protection. A federal workplace safety inspectors found Groundworks Contracting […]
Alton High School Second Semester Honor Roll
Double Your Fun At The 2023 Illinois State Fair
SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois State Fair announced today a new promotion that will give fairgoers a way to double their fun during the 2023 Illinois State Fair. Anyone who pays for parking on the Illinois State Fairgrounds on Thursday, August 10, which is County Fairs and Horse Racing Day will receive a voucher for free parking to be redeemed on either Tuesday, August 15, Wednesday, August 16 or Thursday, August 17. Thursday, August 10 will be jam packed with fair fun. The official ribbon cutting for the Illinois State Fair will take place at 10am followed by carnival rides opening at noon, livestock shows and of course amazing fair food! Other festivities include: Grandstand Entertainment 11:00am - Harness Racing 5:00pm - Harness Racing Main Street 5:30pm- T wilight Parade Grand Central Stage 7:00pm- Cooper Alan Multi-Purpose Arena (Grand Re-Opening) 7:30pm- Monsters of Destruction “Our goal is to offer an affordable way for families to attend the Illinoi
Double shooting leaves 1 dead, 1 injured in St. Charles Monday night
Glendale Chrysler Expansion, Car Wash Win Initial Support
From Webster-Kirkwood Times: Despite protests from residents, the Glendale Plan Commission on May 31 voted to recommend approving a major expansion project for a car dealership. The final decision now rests in the hands of the Glendale Board of Aldermen. In September 2022, Glendale Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram went before the plan commission requesting a […]
St. Louis blockchain startup Notoros lands spot in new UChicago accelerator program
Notoros Inc., a St. Louis-based startup developing blockchain technology designed to boost cybersecurity, has been chosen for a new accelerator program launched by the University of Chicago.
Reopened West End Service Station Honors Local Route 66 History
EDWARDSVILLE - From gas station to dentist’s office, the West End Service Station in Edwardsville has had its share of milestones. On June 9, the station celebrated its reopening as a Route 66 tourist center. Route 66, the classic highway from Chicago to California, originally ran through Edwardsville. As a tourist center, the West End Service Station will pay tribute to this national and local history. “We want people who live in Edwardsville to know where we came from,” Edwardsville Mayor Art Risavy said. “The West End Service Station will preserve a piece of history, which is so important as we move forward.” The center has interpretive panels with information about Route 66, Edwardsville and the station. Guests can visit the station and its gift shop free of charge. The West End Service Station opened in 1927 as Springer’s Madison Oil Co. It was renamed and rebuilt in the 30s; today’s building has been standing since 1939. When
Rockers team up for new take on Pink Floyd’s “San Tropez”
A new album celebrating Pink Floyd's sixth studio release, Meddle, is on the way and we are now getting the first taste of it. Yes’ Rick Wakeman, Blue Öyster Cult’s Joe Bouchard, ex-Megadeth guitarist Chris Poland and former Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo have teamed…
Golf the Galleries
Join us for the 6th season of this playable, artist-designed, nine-hole mini golf installation, designed to be inclusive, family friendly and accessible. All proceeds from Golf the Galleries support The
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Police: 2 women injured in shootings in north St. Louis neighborhoods
Two women were injured Monday in separate shootings in north St. Louis.
Shots fired at St. Louis officers attempting to stop stolen vehicle
Authorities arrested one man accused of firing shots at St. Louis police officers overnight as they attempted to stop a driver in a stolen vehicle.
Tower Grove Park Breaks Ground on Basketball Courts
Basketball courts at Tower Grove Park are now underway. Local and state officials broke ground on basketball courts that will be near Arsenal Street and Bent Avenue in the southern end of the park today.
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