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Runner's World highlights St. Louis County bill banning street jogging

2 years 6 months ago
ST. LOUIS -- A bill to cut down on panhandling may have some unintended consequences. Runner's World Magazine is a national publication covering the bill that outlaws standing, sitting or walking on streets. The bill is headed to the St. Louis County Executive's desk this week. Runners tell the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that they often [...]
Joe Millitzer

Artist Joe Miller Returns To State Street In Alton To Touch Up Half Of Street Mural Circle

2 years 6 months ago
ALTON - Famed artist Joe Miller returned to State Street in Alton to touch up half of the circle mural he created back in September 2021 to bring it back to life. The painting faded with the traffic flow on State Street. Together with Sara McGibany, executive director of Alton Main Street, they concluded a half circle would be a better way to be more lasting with traffic flow in that area. Miller, originally from Staunton, was a Lewis and Clark Community College graduate and now is a world-renowned artist. He has done mural projects throughout Chicago and across the U.S. and the world. Miller said he is doing some touch up on the project and give it another shot. "Based on what we know now, we hope to replenish it in a half circle," he said. "it is the same paint, just with more coats, and today I am using a cleaner to take away some of the leftovers. We just figured we would give it another shot and go and chalk it up to a learning experience. "Bringing back half of it reminds u

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RFT Reviews the Week: May 15 to May 21

2 years 6 months ago
Here's What You Missed Last Week in St. Louis MONDAY, MAY 15. The Cardinals beat the Brewers 18-1, which is not only a pile of runs but also means that weeks of losing has given way to a four-game win streak.
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Lunchtime Photo

2 years 6 months ago
Today is the first day of the French Open. It's just qualies this week, but it's still technically the opening. In honor of this, here's a picture of the sculpture of Roland Garros at the front gate of the stadium. Garros was a World War I aviation pioneer after whom the stadium is named.
Kevin Drum

Several Scholarships Awarded By JCHS Panther Athletic Club 

2 years 6 months ago
JERSEYVILLE - Several Jersey Community High School students were recently awarded with scholarships up to $1,500 for their academic success, strong character, leadership, and involvement in the Panther Athletic Club (PAC). Kari Krueger and Drake Goetten were presented with the Don Snyders Academic Athletic Scholarship of $1,500. Seniors Logan Meisner and Chloe Kallal were honored with $750 PAC Scholarships. In addition, the PAC awarded the following students with $500 scholarships: Kendall Davis Elaina Walsh Anna Fink Cate Breden Colton Gavaza Tanner Brunaugh Kelly Goetten with the PAC said: “Congratulations to all recipients, and a special thanks to Mr. Snyders for always supporting the PAC and our Jersey Athletes.” To learn more about the PAC, visit their Facebook page .

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Chuck E. Cheese is now selling a summer season pass

2 years 6 months ago
ST. LOUIS -- Summer vacation is coming up for many kids. There is a new way to beat the heat and get out of the house. Chuck E. Cheese is selling season passes that allow you to play games, get deals on pizza, and more. Chuck E. Cheese restaurants are known for their family friendly [...]
Joe Millitzer

Our Glacially Improving Economic Prospects

2 years 6 months ago
Today on TAP: Even if we can avert ill-advised budget concessions as part of a debt ceiling deal, it will take more radical policies to improve the life prospects of workaday Americans.
Robert Kuttner