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Gig-ifying Hollywood

2 years 6 months ago
Film and television actors and writers are striking against low pay and bad working conditions.
Prospect Staff

Kelvin Adams to lead STL Community Foundation

2 years 6 months ago
When considering people who have been there, in recent years, for St. Louis and its most precious resource, our children and youth, Kelvin R. Adams has to be one of the first names that come to mind.
Chris King for The St. Louis American

St. Louis area National Hot Dog Day deals and freebies

2 years 6 months ago
ST. LOUIS -- Wednesday is National Hot Dog Day and many businesses are rewarding customers with deals. Steve's Hot Dogs on South Grand Avenue in St. Louis is celebrating with a day-long party at Ritz Park. See live music, play lawn games, and stick around for giveaways. There are deals at restaurants across the country. [...]
Joe Millitzer

Gore's office adds 5 assistant circuit attorneys, special assistant

2 years 6 months ago
The St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office announced six new additions Monday evening to help the office with its remaining backlog of cases. St. Louis Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore's office announced a new special assistant circuit attorney and five full-time assistant circuit attorneys. The office has made 14 key hires since Gore assumed office May 30. Gore replaced Kim Gardner, who abruptly resigned May 16 after public scrutiny of her administration mounted. The new special assistant is Gordon Ankney,…
Sam Clancy

T.J. Callahan Thanks South Roxana, Looks Ahead to Term as Mayor Pro Tem

2 years 6 months ago
SOUTH ROXANA - T.J. Callahan has been named mayor pro tempore for South Roxana. He shares his plans as he prepares to finish out the current mayoral term. This decision comes after Mayor Barbara Overton announced her resignation due to health concerns on Tuesday, July 18. “First and foremost, we want to keep Barb in our prayers as well as her family,” Callahan said. “I am very blessed to be able to work with some of the most awesome people in the Village, and they all have the same vision. It’s not about politics, it’s about how to make our community better.” Callahan said has received a lot of support from surrounding communities. He thanked the Village Board and recognized his fellow board members for their individual accomplishments. “We’ve got such a great board now to be able to drive that vision, and that’s all I’ve done, is put the best people in those best spots to make the most outstanding benefits for

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Durbin Introduces Legislation To Prohibit Plastic Pollution In Waterways

2 years 6 months ago
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Ben Cardin (D-MD) today introduced the Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act , which would require the U.S. Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) to prohibit the discharge of plastic pellets and other pre-production plastic into waterways from facilities and sources that make, use, package, or transport pellets. The pellets are being consumed by fish and marine life—and in turn, humans—and create additional damage to ecosystems. “Only nine percent of all plastics end up being recycled, with some of the waste ending up in landfills or incinerated—and far too much of it finding its way into our rivers, lakes, and oceans,” Durbin said. “The Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act is an important step in addressing the plastic problem that is plaguing our nation’s waterways and wildlife.” “Plastic pellets have been found to be one

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Alton Municipal Band Concert Season Continues With Young Clarinet Virtuoso

2 years 6 months ago
ALTON - As July rolls on, the Alton Municipal Band continues its 133rd concert season, featuring the talents of a remarkable young clarinet player. Conductor Jennifer Shenberger will lead the band in “Milestones,” a concert celebrating significant anniversaries through music. Clarinetist Bek Handzic-Smith will dazzle audiences with the jazzy Artie Shaw Clarinet Concerto. Handzic-Smith, a recent graduate of Clayton High School in St. Louis County, is a multi-talented musician, playing the saxophone and flamenco guitar in addition to the clarinet. The concert will take place at the Alton Amphitheater on Thursday, July 20th, at 7:30 p.m. It will repeat at Haskell Park on Sunday, July 23rd, at 7:00 p.m. Alton Municipal Band concerts are free, family-friendly musical entertainment. Established in 1891, the band is comprised of local musicians from across the region. The band’s two-month summer concert series welcomes thousands of listeners each year.

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