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Here it is, the first photograph of 2023. That is, the first photograph taken in 2023. This is Charlie's favorite bird bath, so I had to kick him off, then clean out all the crud, and then pick a few flowers to toss in. Voila! Instant bird bath art.

Lindsey Buckingham has revealed that he’s working on a new album. The news came in a New Year’s social media post in which Lindsey looked back on the past year, saying it “was certainly a…

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December 15, 2022, St. Louis, Missouri – Tower Grove Community Development Corporation (TGCDC) and Lutheran Senior Services (LSS) have been awarded the final tax credit funding needed to proceed with a new mixed-income senior housing development in the heart of South St. Louis City.

“This project has potential to energize revitalization, capture market support and build buying power in the neighborhood,” said Sean Spencer, TGCDC Executive Director. “As older local residents gain the option of an apartment with support services provided by LSS, the homes they will be selling will attract younger singles and families due to the area’s tremendous stock for first-time buyers.

Funding for this project, known as Crossroads Senior Living at Bevo Mill, will come from local and state government sources as well a multi-million dollar award from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development. The project will create 64 affordable and market-rate apartments for older adults and will employ four full-time staff members.

“While this project has been in the works for several years, we are pleased to announce that it will be moving forward as it ties directly to our strategic plan and LSS’ commitment to serving more seniors in both economic and demographic diversity,” according to Adam Marles, LSS President and CEO. “As we continue to grow our opportunity to serve seniors, LSS is fulfilling our mission of helping more older adults’ live life to the fullest.”

The site for the new building, in the Bevo Mill Neighborhood, was made available through a donation from Midwest BankCentre. Once completed, LSS will manage the property. Early estimates are that the new building will be completed in approximately thirty months.

“Midwest BankCentre is pleased to join with the Tower Grove Community Development Corp and Lutheran Senior Services to energize revitalization of an anchor neighborhood within south St. Louis,” said Orvin T. Kimbrough, chairman and CEO of the bank. “We believe local banks can have a multigenerational impact through strong community partnerships in the fashion we have forged for this worthwhile development.”

The Tower Grove Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (TGCDC) is a consolidation of Grand Oak Hill Community Corporation, Southwest Garden Housing Corporation and Shaw Neighborhood Housing Corporation. The three organizations have served the community for more than 40 years. As a combined entity, TGCDC continues the tradition and supports the area’s growth as a real estate-related community development corporation by promoting responsible development, Tenant Screening, Housing placement, affordable housing development, and diverse character and vibrancy in Saint Louis City and beyond. Through local development and community progress expertise, TGCDC serves as a resource to neighborhood residents, buyers/renters, developers, real estate agents and business owners.

Lutheran Senior Services (LSS) is a mission-driven, not-for-profit network that specializes in housing, care, and supportive services for older adults 62+. With 18 locations in Missouri and Illinois, LSS serves more than 13,000 seniors a year through options that include Senior Living Communities offering all levels of living, Affordable Housing for those with limited incomes, and Home & Community Based Services. LSS builds upon more than 160 years of excellence in living out its Christian mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest.

The headline says it all. But there's been no movement: 19 Republicans voted against him in the first round and 19 in the second round. There's still no clear substitute for McCarthy, since his supporters are maintaining their loyalty so far. But someone's ambition is going to break through soon and then we'll have another ...continue reading "Kevin McCarthy loses again"

ST. LOUIS, Mo. -- The National Weather Service in St. Louis reports that the high temperature record for January 3 was broken today. St. Louis reached a high temperature of 72 degrees, breaking the previous record of 68 set in 1939. Quincy, Illinois also broke a temperature record. The high temperature hit 65-degrees today, passing [...]

The U.S. has a new dominant COVID strain, according to the CDC.

Very few issues have generated as much ridiculous legislation as preventing minors from accessing pornography. Almost everyone agrees something must be done. And most seem to agree that doing anything — no matter how stupid — is better than doing nothing. Extremely stupid versions of “something” have cropped up around the nation, most of them […]

JERSEYVILLE - New Jersey County Sheriff’s Deputy Sally Arbuthnot has set her goals high in her professional life and after six years as a correctional officer, she has moved to another level as a patrol deputy. Sally has made history again as she is the first female sheriff's deputy in Jersey County. She was the first female correctional officer before that appointment. Sally said she is very excited to be in her new position, and she also was thankful for the experience she received as a correctional officer. Jersey County Sheriff Nick Manns said Sally has done everything she has been asked to become a deputy on the road. “Deputy Arbuthnot has made an effort to do extra training to reach her goal and has made it in exemplifying fashion. I am very proud of her accomplishments and the Jersey County community and others in the sheriff’s office embrace her and support her.” Sally said her boyfriend and her boyfriend's daughter, Bailee, have both been very supportive

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Today on TAP: The GOP’s ‘We can’t even convene’ circus commences.

When discussing what makes St. Louis unique and beautiful, the conversation often turns to its architecture. From the French influence seen throughout Soulard to the Victorian flair of Lafayette Square, or even the Tudor and Colonial revival homes sprinkled around the city, St. Louisans have a lot to be proud of when it comes to beautiful and historic buildings, and compared to other cities, fairly reasonable price tags. However, these are not the only buildings we should be proud of — there are…

CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today issued the following statement in response to an Illinois Supreme Court stay of the SAFE-T Act’s Jan. 1, 2023, effective date. “As we have stated previously, my office filed an appeal with the Illinois Supreme Court because in this matter, only the Supreme Court’s final decision on the merits will be binding on all Illinois courts. "It is important to note that the order issued today by the court is not a decision on the merits of the constitutionality of the SAFE-T Act, and I appreciate the court’s interest in expediting the appeal. We look forward to mounting a robust defense of the constitutionality of the law and ensuring that it goes into effect across the state.” The following is a statement from the Illinois Network for Pretrial Justice: "Today, the Illinois Supreme Court issued an order directing counties across our state to delay implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act until the court

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A homicide investigation is underway after a man was shot and killed Monday in north St. Louis County.

The late Nat King Cole has set a new chart record. The legendary crooner's classic holiday tune “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)” lands at nine on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart this week,…

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