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O’FALLON – HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital recognizes National Breastfeeding Month in August by sharing information about breast milk benefits and the positive bonding experience between mother and baby. Amanda Schaefer, MSN, RN, manager of the Women and Infants Center at St. Elizabeth’s, says a mother’s milk provides a newborn with vital antibodies and an immunity boost as the infant grows. “Whether breastfeeding is provided by the breast or by pumping breast milk, it can provide important protection to an infant from many short- and long-term illnesses,” she said. “It also provides mom and baby with important bonding time.” Breastfeeding Benefits Breast milk fights disease. The cells, hormones, and antibodies in breast milk protect babies from illness such as ear infections, asthma, type 1 diabetes and gastrointestinal infections, among others. Breast milk is easier to digest. For most babies, especially premature

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You probably don't need us to tell you it feels like hell's front porch outside. Unless you're one of the lucky ones who has yet to leave the AC bliss of your home, allow us to paint a picture. It's too fucking hot.

Join us at “Lindenwood Live!” The final concert in the park for 2023 will be held on Sunday, September 3, from … MoreSunday, September 3 – Lindenwood Live!

A nostalgic hamburger chain named after a Saturday Night Live sketch will be closing its only Midwest location. Cheeburger Cheeburger (13311 Manchester Road, Des Peres) announced on Facebook that it would be closing after dinner service on Sunday, August 27. The owners wrote that they are retiring after operating the restaurant for 18 years.

The Festival of Nations was created to help St. Louisans understand the various cultures being introduced into our town. Arrey Obenson of the International Institute sees it as an our opportunity to showcase St. Louis to the rest of the…

A 63-year-old man died after he was shot and then run over by a car Sunday night in the city's Greater Ville neighborhood.

Cementland: Bob Cassilly’s Unfinished Masterpiece will show at the St. Louis Public Library – Central Library until Sept. 22.   The photography exhibit by Richard Sprengeler showcases the last project […]

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A 37-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in the city's Penrose neighborhood.

The victim was taken to the hospital for treatment of a concussion and cuts to the back of the head.

Green Door Art Gallery is pleased to partner with Bobby Lessentine, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, in presenting Inspiration and Expression, The Art of MaryJo Clark.   The exhibit includes collage, […]

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A beloved spot in the industrial Near North Riverfront neighborhood for 48 years, Gregg's Bar and Grill (4400 North Broadway) has closed its doors. The eatery first closed on July 31 for what the owner suggested was a temporary "staff shortage."  But that closure continued the following week, and late last night, the bar's owner posted on Facebook that the closure would be permanent. "To the many great guests of Gregg's.

One man was killed, and two women were injured in a shooting late Saturday in the Fairgrounds neighborhood of north St. Louis.

The St. Louis Police Foundation is spending around $860,000 to add more overtime patrols around downtown St. Louis.

To celebrate the openings, the bakery will be running a promotion offering one food item per person at 50% off for each visit until Labor Day.

In October of 1929, St. Louisan C.L. Grigg introduced his new soft drink to the world.