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Timeless characters and questions are given a noir refresh in director Hana Sharif's new production of the classic whodunit.

GRANITE CITY - Seniors Dylan Boyd and Gwyneth Hale of Granite City High School were selected as Granite City Elks Lodge #1063 Students of the Month for February. The Elks Student of the Month Program is designed to recognize outstanding young men and women for achievements in school and community life-fine arts, hobbies, athletics, church, school, club and community service, industry and farming. Nominees are judged on multiple achievements including leadership skills, good moral character, community involvement, extracurricular activities, honors and award and scholastic ability. Each student receives a $100 U.S. savings bond and an Elks certificate of achievement. DYLAN BOYD Four-year varsity wrestler ... Two-time wrestling captain ... Four-year Honor Roll ... Had over 100 varsity wrestling wins ... 2-time IHSA State Qualifier and Regional Champion ... 3-time IHSA Sectional Qualifier ... Volunteer at Granite City Wrestling Club and Restoration Church ... All-Warrior Award

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It looks like the 2023-2024 Broadway season at the Fox Theatre (527 North Grand, fabulousfox.com) is going to be lit. It has announced the touring shows coming to town, and St. Louis is in for a few special treats. In addition to big draws such as Moulin Rouge!

From STL Partnership: The St. Louis County Port Authority released a report from their Market Analysis and Feasibility Study on the Jamestown Mall site located in North County. The study combined a comprehensive market analysis of a wide range of realistic redevelopment scenarios with extensive community engagement. The purpose of the Jamestown Mall Market Analysis and […]

SPRINGFIELD – St. Patrick’s Day means celebrations across Illinois. It also means that the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is working with the Illinois State Police (ISP) and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to help prevent impaired driving. No matter how you celebrate, make sure you and your friends stay safe this St. Patrick’s Day by remembering: “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High - Get a DUI.” “If you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with dyed beer or other green substances, your No. 1 priority is finding a sober driver before the festivities start,” said Steve Travia, IDOT’s Director of Highways and Chief Engineer. “Waiting until after you’re impaired is too late. Plan ahead for a sober ride home to help ensure you and everyone else on the road get home safely.” Federal highway safety funds through IDOT are available to ISP and local law enforcement

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SPRINGFIELD – The Pritzker Administration is launching an all-out public awareness initiative to ensure Illinoisans retain their health insurance coverage when pandemic-era protections end and Medicaid eligibility verifications resume. The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services’ public awareness effort, coined Ready to Renew , is a multi-platform outreach campaign that includes paid advertisements, print, digital and broadcast communication, and grassroots outreach to help Medicaid customers ensure they are ready for required upcoming coverage renewals. The primary goal of the Department’s Ready to Renew campaign is to help Medicaid customers who remain eligible ensure their coverage continues without disruption. “In Illinois, we’re ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare coverage—and one of the ways we are doing that is by spreading the word about the Medicaid renewal process,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Now

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From Call Newspapers:  The Crestwood Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit March 1 for Proper Cannabis to operate a comprehensive marijuana facility at 9933 Watson Road. The commission voted 5-1, with one absent, to recommend approval of a CUP for Proper Cannabis to operate a marijuana dispensary with both recreational adult-use […]

Lars Nootbaar's pepper-grinder gesture is catching on all across Japan, not just at the Tokyo Dome.

From The Edwardsville Intelligencer: Trustees unanimously approved a new cedar shake roof Tuesday for the village’s iconic covered bridge on Main Street, and the work will take place later this year. The bridge is heavily featured in the village’s marketing materials and is used during many annual events, such as Homecoming in June, Glenfest in October […]

From Call Newspapers: The St. Louis County Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a new multifamily complex in unincorporated Fenton at its executive session this month. The commission voted 6-2 at its March 6 executive meeting to recommend approval of a plan for multifamily residences at 1719 and 1725 Smizer Station Road, 63026, calling for […]

One officer has been awarded for his swift decision-making to help save a man's life last month.

From Leader Publications: A new Express Mart convenience store and gas station is going up in Barnhart. The owner of the Express Mart franchise, Home Service Oil Co., also based in Barnhart, is replacing its location at 1621 Marriott Lane with a state-of-the-art station and store across the street at 6911 Metropolitan Blvd. Both stores are […]

From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: March 13, 2023 (St. Louis, MO) – Over the last ten years, hundreds of immigrants have jump started their networking and many have found jobs because of one introduction to a local professional made by the St. Louis Mosaic Project, an initiative of the non-profit World Trade Center-St. Louis. Today, the […]

Global Foods Market wants your family recipes for what could possibly be the cutest project ever. The Kirkwood grocer is putting together a Global Foods Market Cookbook full of recipes submitted by St. Louis families.

From STL Partnership:  The Irish American Heritage Celebration is free and open to the public. Join the Recorder of Deeds, Michael Butler, for an Irish American Heritage Celebration in St. Louis! The event features the sounds of Irish Music and Bagpipes, The Ancient Order of Hibernians Color Guard, the tastes of Irish Food and an Award […]

Talking Heads' iconic concert film Stop Making Sense is about to celebrate its 40th anniversary, and that milestone will be marked by a new theatrical release, plus a deluxe edition of the movie’s soundtrack. A24,…

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Who’s that kid that can travel through time? It’s you!   Follow the adventures of three friends as they travel back in time to learn from real-life inspirational heroes when

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