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Metro East Humane Society Celebrates GivingTuesday with Online Day of Giving on November 29, 2022
Edwardsville, Ill. ( Nov. 14, 2022) —This GivingTuesday, Metro East Humane Society (MEHS) will inspire generosity by hosting an online day of giving, highlighting the rescue work their organization has accomplished in 2022. This year so far, MEHS has 1,345 dogs and cats with forever families. GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and their world. GivingTuesday will kick off the generosity season this year by inspiring people to give back on November 29, 2022 , and throughout the year. MEHS incorporates Giving Tuesday into their larger annual holiday fundraising campaign, “Yappy Pawlidays.” Each year, MEHS sets a $3,500 goal to continue helping pets in the Metro East. While any and all donations are welcomed, MEHS has outlined four giving levels to help encourage donations: Cat Welcome Wellness Package: A gift of $30 pays for an incoming cat's routine testing and medication,
The Muny announces 2023 summer shows
'There's nothing quite like this': What to expect when heading to a game at St. Louis' MLS soccer stadium
In Pine Lawn, a farm grows into a vision for community health
Erica R. Williams' goal was to open a grocery store where the farm can sell its produce. That plan recently expanded into a project Williams named the North County Community Nexus.
As cold weather hits, advocates say St. Louis is late to fund emergency shelters
St. Louis funds at least four shelters now and plans to fund more by Dec. 1. But volunteers say there aren't enough spaces now and blame the city for waiting too long to put preparations in place.
CityPark soccer stadium will be loud, but is built to fit into its St. Louis neighborhood
With its 22,500 seats, CityPark bucks the recent trend of MLS soccer stadiums built for crowds of less than 20,000.
Drop Everything
Drop Everything is a collection of artwork that explores the history of the bathhouse within the queer community and its role as a cruising ground for gay men. Utilizing
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Jean Shin: Home Base
New York state-based artist Jean Shin, Laumeier’s 2022 Visiting Artist in Residence, describes her work as “giving new form to life’s leftovers.” Her sculptures and installations transform familiar objects into
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Apple Sued After Another Study Finds Its Well-Hyped Privacy Standards Are Often Theatrical
Last week yet another study indicated that Apple’s heavily hyped new dedication to privacy was somewhat hollow, with the company’s apps often extensively tracking user behavior despite claims that doesn’t happen. It was the latest in a series of studies showcasing how Apple’s pivot to a privacy-dedicated company is often a bit performative once you […]
'This is the beginning': Nonprofit breaks ground on new subdivision in East St. Louis
The construction of a subdivision in East St. Louis is the start of what city leaders are calling a "new beginning."
A faith-based nonprofit, Lansdowne UP, broke ground Monday for a 20-home subdivision called Lansdowne Park.
The whole goal of this new subdivision is to build an economic revival in East St. Louis.
The homes are being built in an area that is currently overgrown and rundown. That's why city leaders, like East St. Louis Mayor Robert Eastern III, believe this project could be the…
Fatal crash closes WB I-70 in Wentzville
All Interstate 70 westbound lanes are now closed due to a fatal early Tuesday morning crash.
Two Associate Judge Vacancies Are Available In Third Judicial Court Of Illinois
MADISON COUNTY - In accordance with Illinois Supreme Court Rule 39, as Chief Judge of the Third Judicial Circuit of Illinois, I do hereby give notice to the members of the Bar that two vacancies exist for the position of Associate Judge for the Third Judicial Circuit. This vacancy exists due to the retirements of Associate Judge Philip B. Alfeld and Thomas William Chapman, effective July 5 and July 21, 2022, respectively. Applications shall be taken from any United States citizen, who is an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and a resident of the Third Judicial Circuit. Applicants shall have 30 days after this notice of vacancy within which to electronically file a signed application with the Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts on the form prescribed and furnished by the Director. The instructions for submitting an application electronically are available on the Supreme Court’s website: http://illinoiscourts.gov. If unable to submi
St. Louis officials push $40 million plan to make streets safer
The bill calls for a slew of measures designed to slow down traffic and cut down on injuries and fatalities.
A Look Back • How a Rat became a stool pigeon in a notorious St. Louis trial
In 1924, Ray 'the Fox' Renard broke the mobster code and testified against notorious Egan's Rats.
Tuesday, November 15, 2022 - Why can't urban farmers buy some vacant lots?
Many Midwest cities have an abundance of vacant land. Urban farmers often have a difficult time acquiring it, either from private landowners or city-run land banks.
PHOTOS: Inside City SC's 'next generation' stadium
When St. Louis City SC opens its CITYPARK stadium Wednesday, fans will experience a “next generation” venue that has the character of St. Louis embedded into it, say executives of the Major League Soccer franchise. City SC gave a peek into the new 22,500-seat stadium, touting the venue’s ties to the broader St. Louis region and its use of cutting-edge technology.
Business break-in in north St. Louis early Tuesday morning
Another business break-in happened in north St. Louis early Tuesday morning.
IDOT deals with snow and winter weather
A storm is coming on the heels of some surprise snow for parts of the metro east this weekend.
21c Hotel Plans 'Excellent Neighborhood Restaurant' for Downtown St. Louis
The recent announcement of several key personnel appointments by the group behind the forthcoming 21c Hotel St. Louis has created even more buzz around the highly-anticipated development. On the culinary front, the most exciting news was the appointment of Matthew Daughaday as executive chef. Daughaday will lead culinary operations that include a restaurant, lounge, coffee shop and events spaces as the hotel group seeks to open inside the restored YMCA building at 1528 Locust Street.