From NCCER: No matter the industry sector or size of the job, project success often depends more on the construction superintendent than on any other individual. Their multi-disciplined role is critical to a project’s safety, schedule, quality and ultimately its profitability. While it’s well-known that the industry is facing a serious shortage of craft professionals, […]
Narcan, a nasal spray that reverses opioid overdoses, will be available at all 20 St. Louis County Library branches in partnership with the county health department.
The membership of boards and commissions in Missouri does not reflect the racial, ethnic and gender composition of the state. These boards are important not only for the immediate impact they have on communities; they often serve as a launching pad for individuals seeking public office. UMSL political scientist Anita Manion shares the details of her latest report.
After falling short of playoffs for just the second time in 12 seasons, the St. Louis Blues are dealing with a longer wait than usual to hit the ice once again.
The mayor of a north St. Louis County suburb is calling on a councilman to either resign or quit his day job, alleging it's a conflict of interest to hold both jobs.
GODFREY - Madison County Chief Deputy Sheriff Marcos D. Pulido released a statement about what transpired Wednesday, Aug. 30, at Alton High School on Thursday afternoon. This is the statement by the chief deputy: "Throughout the day on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, Alton High School staff and two School Resource Officers, who are Madison County Sheriff's Deputies, handled multiple fights involving groups of students. As the fights continued, additional law enforcement agencies were requested to assist. As Deputies were trying to intervene, Deputies were battered by some of the subjects involved. No serious injuries to anyone involved were reported. "The investigation into the fights, which includes reviewing video surveillance and obtaining statements, continues. The details of the investigation will be presented to the Madison County State's Attorney's Office at a later date. "Any school discipline will be handled by the Alton School District. "We do not condone this type of behavior
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The more than $200 million expansion of the downtown convention center is on track to open in 2024, leaders said Tuesday, promising a new era of business and tourism. Crews have been building out the 23 loading docks, more than double what exists now, and 73,000 square feet of additional exhibit […]
Art to Make You Smile – a juried art event. Everyone needs something to smile about. See how local artists use their creative talents to create art works which are […]
Aerosmith's hits are still popular with fans. The band’s recent Greatest Hits compilation tops the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart this week. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers moved 19,000 equivalent album units, 10,000 of…
SPRINGFIELD - Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced the official launch of the Skip-the-Line program set to begin tomorrow to reduce lines and headaches at Illinois’ busiest Driver and Motor Vehicle Facilities (DMVs). The multi-pronged approach to improve customer service and eliminate the unpredictability of wait times at DMVs was announced in July with an official implementation date of September 1. “Offering appointments at high-volume DMV facilities, expanding hours of operation and broadening available services online makes sense and will result in improved customer experiences,” said Giannoulias. “By modernizing the office’s approach to service, the Skip-the-Line program gives customers more control over their visit. Starting tomorrow, we are here when you want us.” To announce the launch of the program, Giannoulias was joined today at a press conference in Chicago by Philippe Largent, State Director of Illinois AARP, Bob Reiter,
CARROLLTON - Local communities in Greene and Scott and around the world are coming together on August 31, 2023, to remember all those who we have lost or suffered permanent injury due to overdose. Observed on August 31 every year, International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) seeks to create better understanding of overdose, reduce the stigma of substance-related deaths, and create change that reduces the harms associated with substance use. The Greene County Health Department’s Greene & Scott County Recovery Council project is recognizing this day by making a bold statement. “Residents who visit the square in Winchester this morning or the Greene County Courthouse this afternoon will be met with empty shoes, symbolizing the loss our communities have faced as a result of this crisis” said Recovery Coordinator Amanda Morrow. “It can be challenging to convey just how bad the crisis we face is and even harder for some to relate if you haven’t been directly
Ramesh Ponnuru points to a new piece by Lyman Stone that says the decline of religion in America is mostly among the young. In fact: Most of the decline in religion is actually among children, and virtually all of it among people under age 22. This is crazy. Stone presents a whole bunch of charts ...continue reading "Everyone is getting less religious in America"
From West Newsmagazine: Matt Pfund, of Jack Matthews Development, representing 10300 Olive, LLC, has submitted a rezoning application to the city of Creve Coeur to change the zoning of the former 96-acre Bayer West campus from RO research office to PMD planned mixed use development district referred to as Olia Village. A Phase 1 site […]
From St. Louis/Southern Illinois Labor Tribune: Ray Reasons, president and business manager of Sheet Metal Workers Local 36, has been named the 11th general vice president of the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART). Reasons took the oath of office at the 2023 SMART Leadership Conference held earlier this month […]
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