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Daily Deal: Rosetta Stone

2 years 10 months ago
With its intuitive, immersive training method, Rosetta Stone will have you reading, writing, and speaking new languages like a natural in no time. You’ll start by matching words with images just like when you learned your native language as a child. Then you’ll move onto interactive lessons where speech recognition technology works to evaluate and […]
Gretchen Heckmann

L&C To Celebrate Opening Of 2023 Art Faculty Exhibition

2 years 10 months ago
GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College’s annual Art Faculty Exhibition begins with an opening reception this Friday, Oct. 20, from 4-6 p.m., in the Godfrey Campus’ Hatheway Gallery. The event is free and open to the public. The exhibition showcases the artwork of the art faculty at L&C, who are unique because they not only teach; they are also working artists who actively create and show their work in galleries across the country. This year’s exhibition will feature eight faculty members and their work. “Art exhibitions are a wonderful community outreach event,” said Angela Hung, L&C Fine Art program coordinator and gallery director. “We welcome the entire community to join us in celebrating the talents and mission of the Art Department.” The exhibition will run from Oct. 20 – Nov. 18, with gallery hours from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday. “We ar

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St. Louis Topgolf location opening Friday

2 years 10 months ago
"Topgolf's commitment to community engagement and support is commendable. It's an exciting addition that will undoubtedly enhance the social fabric of St. Louis and create lasting memories for years to come," states St. Louis 11th Ward Alderwoman Laura Keys.
Joe Millitzer

IDOT Announces Upcoming Lane Closures Over Joe Page Bridge/Illinois 100

2 years 10 months ago
HARDIN – The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced lane closures on the Joe Page Bridge/Illinois Route 100 over the Illinois River. The bridge is highly utilized by people coming in and out of Calhoun County, Greene County and beyond. Traffic will be reduced to one lane during the following dates and times, weather permitting: October 16-20: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. October 23-27: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. IDOT said these lane closures are necessary to allow crews to complete routine inspections scheduled for this structure. "Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area," IDOT added. "To avoid the work area, when feasible, the use of alternate routes should be considered. "Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changing conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices, and be alert for workers and equipment." For IDOT District 8 updates, follow them on Twitter @IDOTDistrict8

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Dr. Ride’s American Beach House Is a Tantalizing Sapphic Play Set in St. Louis

2 years 10 months ago
In June 1983, Dr. Sally Ride became the first American woman in space — a moment that shattered the glass ceiling between Earth and the stars and sparked the imagination of young women throughout the United States and beyond. Playwright Liza Birkenmeier sets the lovely and provocative Dr. Ride’s American Beach House on the evening before that auspicious flight on a much less auspicious launching pad, the rooftop deck of an old Victorian house in south St. Louis city.
Tina Farmer

Shop Until You Drop This Weekend at the Golden Gems Party Market

2 years 10 months ago
It’s never too early to get a jump on holiday shopping, and if you’re a person who cares about giving a unique gift, the very best place to shop is the Golden Gems Party Market. Coming up this Saturday, October 21, Golden Gems (3108 Locust Street, 314-925-8931) will be hosting a pop-up market where you can buy fun little gifts for all. Already your favorite spot to shop for quirky and distinctive items, you know Golden Gems is going to do you right when it comes to providing just the right gift for everyone on your list.
Jaime Lees

Remains identified as St. Louis soldier who died in WWII

2 years 10 months ago
ST. LOUIS -- DNA has helped to identify the remains of a soldier who died during World War II as a man from St. Louis. U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Woodrow F. Gerdes, 31, will eventually be brought back to his hometown for a burial. Gerdes died during a battle in November 1944 near the town [...]
Joe Millitzer

President Biden, Governor, State Comptroller, Issue Statements On Murder Of 6-Year-Old Palestinian-American Wadea Al-Fayoume

2 years 10 months ago
WILL COUNTY - President Joe Biden, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Illinois Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza made strong statements about the recent murder of six-year-old Palestinian-American Wadea Al-Fayoume as an apparent hate crime in reaction to the conflict going on in Israel. Biden said the following: "Jill and I were shocked and sickened to learn of the brutal murder of a 6-year-old child and the attempted murder of the child's mother in their home yesterday in Illinois. The child's Palestinian Muslim family came to America seeking what we all seek - a refuge to live, learn and pray in peace." The mother and child were allegedly attacked by their landlord Joseph Czuba, 71, who now faces charges of two counts of a hate crime, one count of first-degree murder, one count of attempted murder and one count of aggravated battery. The charge states that Czuba allegedly came at them with a knife and the mother ran to the bathroom and called 911. The woman was stabbed more than

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Judge Is Rightly Skeptical That Montana Can Just Ban TikTok

2 years 10 months ago
It seemed pretty blatantly obvious that a state can’t just ban a popular app used for speech, but Montana insisted otherwise earlier this year, and gleefully passed a law banning TikTok. The law was immediately challenged, and there’s been a lot of back and forth on the docket, including a ridiculous amicus brief from Virginia […]
Mike Masnick

SUV stolen after a woman walks out of a St. Louis County police station

2 years 10 months ago
RICHMOND HEIGHTS, Mo. -- A woman charged in over 20 crimes this year has one more to add to the list. Octavia Bryant is accused of walking out of the Richmond Heights police station and stealing a vehicle from a nearby mechanic's shop. She was charged Thursday with felony tampering with a motor vehicle. Court [...]
Joe Millitzer