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Trump pleads not guilty in classified documents indictment

2 years 6 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 [...]
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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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Des Peres NIMBYs May Ban Cannabis Dispensaries

2 years 6 months ago
Dispensaries may be banned from selling recreational marijuana in Des Peres, depending on a vote by residents next year. Last night, Des Peres aldermen voted 5-0 to be the first city in the area, and the second in the state, to put the recreational dispensary question in front of voters, Post-Dispatch reports.
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Juneteenth Music Festival with Father’s Day Gifts

2 years 6 months ago

  Florissant co-Host Juneteenth Music Festival June 18     Special Father’s Day Gifts will be given out The City of Florissant is co-hosting a Juneteenth Music Festival on Sunday, June 18, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in St. Ferdinand Park. Thw City of Florissant and announcer/host Christian Thompson of the What Up Doe […]

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Green Street Plans Famous-Barr Warehouse Rehab

2 years 6 months ago
From NextSTL:  Green Street‘s plans have come to light to rehab the old Famous-Barr warehouse next to The Armory in the Midtown neighborhood. We got an indication that something was cooking when they sought a nomination to the National Register of Historic Places before the Preservation Board last September. The listing paves the way for […]
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Three Rivers Project Of Sierra Club Illinois Calling For Volunteers To Support The Urban Farm Tour

2 years 6 months ago
ALTON - The Three Rivers Project of Sierra Club Illinois is calling for volunteers to help work as “greeters” or “hosts/tour guides” at the Urban Farm Tour on Sunday, June 25. After a three-year hiatus, the Three Rivers Project is bringing back the Urban Farm Tour to showcase various gardens and farms across the Riverbend region. Community members interested in volunteering at the event as a greeter or host/tour guide can sign up via bit.ly/urbanfarmtour . “We’re excited to bring back the Urban Farm Tour to offer neighbors an opportunity to see firsthand how community members are transforming their yards into edible and sustainable oases,” said Three Rivers Project co-Coordinator Christine Favilla. “We need help from local volunteers to make this event possible. The Urban Farm Tour is self-guided, so we need community members to greet tourists at each yard, home garden, or community garden along the tour. We’re looking for hosts/tour

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GCSD9 Hosting Physical & Immunization Clinic On July 21

2 years 6 months ago
GRANITE CITY - Granite City Community Unit School District No. 9 is partnering with Chestnut Health Systems to host a Back to School Physical and Immunization Clinic on Friday, July 21 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the parking lot near the Granite City High School Football Field at 3148 Fehling Road. This event will be held to help protect students and others by meeting vaccination and school physical requirements. All incoming kindergarteners, 6th graders and high school freshmen are required to have a school physical and updated shot records. WHEN Friday, July 21 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE Granite City High School Parking Lot, 3148 Fehling Road INFORMATION Who is eligible: Preschool-12th graders Limited time slots available - call for an appointment Medicaid and private insurance accepted Uninsured patients welcome Sliding fee scale available WHAT TO BRING: Completed GCSD9 forms Parent/Guardian ID Immunization Record Insurance Card (s) RESERVE A SPOT Cont

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