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Damon Davis’ latest — and largest — work of art, “Pillars of the Valley,” took five years to go from concept to installation. For author Vivian Gibson, the formal recognition of her beloved childhood neighborhood Mill Creek Valley is worthy of celebration. Gibson brought new attention to the neighborhood's history with her 2020 book, “The Last Children of Mill Creek." The two reflect on the years of work that brought them to this moment — and the work left to do.

BENTON – A U.S. District Court judge sentenced a Freeburg woman to 15 months in prison after she admitted to committing bank fraud while employed by St. Teresa and St. Luke Catholic parishes in Belleville. Michelle N. Miller, 45, pled guilty to one count of falsely obtaining money owned by a financial institution. In addition to her prison sentence, she will receive two years of supervised release and is ordered to pay $153,940.38 in restitution. “The defendant selfishly chose to put herself and her greed over the needs of the students, parishioners and the religious community at St. Teresa and St. Luke,” said U.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe. “She decided to embezzle more than $150,000 from her employer, friends, and neighbors. It’s shameful, and I’m relieved she was brought to justice.” “The U.S. Secret Service and our law enforcement partners remain committed to identifying, investigating, and pursuing those who attempt to enrich themselve

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At least three cars were hit by falling concrete recently on I-64, but police have not determined if the incidents are connected.

Everyone’s favorite St. Louis hottie is back in the news talking up his favorite STL people, places and things. Ya boy Jon Hamm was interviewed by Frank Cusumano for the Ladue News (just that already is so St. Louis), and in the exchange he takes every opportunity to drop some serious local knowledge. He might live in Los Angeles now, but to hear him talk, Hamm is still living that toasted ravioli, Bread Co., Highway Farty Far life.

A St. Charles County man was sentenced Thursday for hiding a camera in his bathroom and using it to capture photos and videos of minors.

A third person who played a role in an internet romance scam that cheated multiple victims across the country out of a total of about $3.2 million has pleaded guilty, federal prosecutors said.

EDWARDSVILLE – Metro-East Lutheran High School’s robotics team is moving on to the FIRST Tech Challenge Illinois state championship after putting in a winning performance at the recent regional qualifying competition. Twenty-two teams from central and Southern Illinois competed in the First Tech league qualifying tournament last weekend at Maryville Christian School. The MELHS team was one of five teams from the two regions that qualified to move on to the state competition, which will be held on Feb. 24 and Feb. 25 in Elgin, Ill. In First Tech, students design, build, and program robots to compete head-to-head against other teams. The state championship showcases the best robots from the FTC Qualifying Events held all around Illinois. This is just the second year the MELHS robotics team has been competing in the FIRST Tech Challenge. Last year the team won two rookie awards, including the highest-scoring rookie. “We’re still a very young team and we’re

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Thousands of people are expected to attend the Soulard Mardi Gras parade near Downtown St. Louis this weekend.

ALTON - The Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club's 37th Annual Chili Chowdown is set for Monday, March 6 at Main Street United Methodist Church in Upper Alton. The popular fund-raising event features all-you-can eat chili, beverage, and dessert for just $10.00. Serving hours are 11 a.m. through 1 p.m. and again 4:30 p.m. through 7 p.m. Diners may eat-in or carry-out. The secret Rotary chili recipe is guarded by event chairman Dennis Wilson. He says the recipe originated with the late Don Johnson, proprietor of DJ's Bar and Grill in Upper Alton. Members of the Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club prepare and serve the chili. Over the years the Chili Chowdown has been held at a number of venues, but in recent years has settled into its home at Main Street United Methodist Church which affords ample parking, ease of egress, and plenty of room for diners. Tickets for the annual Chili Chowdown are available from any member of the Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club and will also be sold at the door. The annual even

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St. Louis County has changed a longtime process to acquire a construction permit for commercial or residential development.

Today on TAP: Her centrist politics made her an outlier among California Democrats.

Rolling Stone has shared some new advice from the late David Crosby, culled from his final “Ask Croz” session, which took place in the summer of 2021. The singer, who passed away…

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People can get on the bus at St. Clair Square in Fairview Heights, and the service should be in place by Opening Day, March 30.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police Department Crimes Against Persons detectives and the Accident Reconstruction Unit are investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident at Telegraph Road and Baumgartner Road which resulted in the death of an adult male. The deceased has been identified as Shavkat Narimanov, 19 years of age, of the 5200 block of Cathedral Drive in St. Louis, Missouri 63129. On February 15, 2023, at 5:55 PM, St. Louis County police officers from the South County Precinct responded to a call for service for a motor vehicle accident at Telegraph Road and Baumgartner Road. Officers located a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle and a minivan. Preliminary investigation has revealed Driver #1, operating a 2015 Kawasaki motorcycle, was southbound on Telegraph Road, traveling at a high rate of speed. Driver #2, operating a 2002 Chevrolet Venture minivan, was northbound on Telegraph Road, turning west onto Baumgartner Road when the Kawasaki entered the intersection,

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Tootsie runs from March 21 to April 2, at the Fox Theatre. Win with Five at the Fox!

ALTON/EAST ALTON - Shawn Fowler, owner of Modified Auto in East Alton, recently appeared on an episode of Our Daily Show! on Riverbender.com to discuss the shop’s relocation to Eastgate Plaza, some of the happy customers they’ve had so far, and much more. Modified Auto was previously located at 165 E. St. Louis Ave. in East Alton, near the Washington Early Childhood Center. While Fowler said he loved having the business in the neighborhood for eight years, moving into their 5,000-square-foot Eastgate location has taken the business to a new level. “The East Alton community in general has been super easy to do business in,” Fowler said. “The City Hall, the Police Department, the Fire Department, they’ve all been so supportive of their local businesses and we love to be a part of it.” Fowler said Modified Auto workers aren’t paid on commission, so they’re not constantly trying to “upsell” customers on products

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