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16 St. Louis Sheriff’s Deputies Must Stand Down, Judge Orders

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2 years 7 months ago
A St. Louis judge issued an order yesterday stating that 16 new sheriff’s deputies must hand over their badges because they were not properly hired by Sheriff Vernon Betts. According to state law, deputies hired by the department need to be approved by a majority of the judges of 22nd Circuit Court, whose courtrooms the deputies handle security for, as well as pass a background check.
Ryan Krull

Stephanie's Place to Host Back-to-School Circus for Alton Kids

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2 years 7 months ago
ALTON - Stephanie’s Place is hosting a back-to-school event where kids can play carnival games, snack on fair food and get school supplies for the coming year. From 4–7 p.m. on Aug. 12, kids and parents are invited to the space at 2526 Johnson Street in Alton to kick off the school year right. A bounce house and popsicle truck will round out the night. Stephanie Elliott, an Alton alderwoman who founded the organization with her husband Joe, explained that the event aims to introduce kids to each other and give them what they need for a successful year. “My goal is to make sure that the children that come see us are prepared for school, but in the process, they get a big push and something that makes them feel good and something that they can remember,” Elliott said. “Going to give out a lot of smiles on that day, too, because I have a lot of volunteers.” The organization will also be handing out backpacks and other school supplies. Elliott thanke

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Making the Most of the Dog Days of Summer;

Flo Valley News
2 years 7 months ago

Making the Most of the Dog Days of Summer; Classes Starts at Most Area School Aug.21     by Sandra Olmsted Technically speaking, the Northern Hemisphere, astronomical event of Dog Days refers to the 20 days before and after the heliacal — aka dawn — rising of Sirius, the brightest star in the Canis Major […]

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Branson Votes to Limit Drag Shows

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2 years 7 months ago
Drag shows in Branson will have to sashay away from certain parts of town. The city's Board of Aldermen approved a measure this week intended to "preserve the city's values," and maintain the city's reputation as a "family-oriented tourist destination," according to a city fact sheet on the bill. Drag shows will only be allowed in Branson's downtown zoning district.
Monica Obradovic

UMSL Offers Free Workshops With Experts on Inclusive Workforce Practices

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2 years 7 months ago
The Office of Workforce Integration (OWI) at the University of Missouri St. Louis (UMSL) has partnered with community experts to provide a series of workshops in critical areas to promote cultural awareness, inclusive practices, collaboration and resilience in the workplace and leadership development; activities that will ensure the development of power and human skills to […]
Tom Finan