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With billions of dollars at stake, Bayer has gone on the offensive. Billboards along major highways. A social media offensive. Tens of thousands of dollars in campaign donations in Missouri alone. And a major push in at least 11 states to change pesticide labeling laws. Such efforts by the agricultural biotech company and others are […]

Explore the legacy of America’s oldest continuously drawn daily cartoon in Behind the Feathers: A Century of Weatherbird History. Since 1901, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Weatherbird has offered wit, commentary, […]

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Explore the legacy of America’s oldest continuously drawn daily cartoon in Behind the Feathers: A Century of Weatherbird History. Since 1901, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Weatherbird has offered wit, commentary, […]

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Step into the world of Growing Together, an exhibit celebrating the legacy of Fisher-Price. Discover the fascinating history behind one of America’s most beloved toy makers and explore a curated […]

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Back by popular demand, Pompeii: The Exhibition returns to the Saint Louis Science Center on May 16. In 79 A.D., the thriving seaport city of Pompeii was frozen in time […]

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Did you know that nearly 75% of readers say they are more motivated to finish a book when they are part of a book club? This statistic highlights an often overlooked but powerful dynamic of reading: the social element. Beyond the solitary act of reading, joining a local book club offers a rich blend of intellectual stimulation, social connection, and personal growth. For those looking to deepen their relationship with books and community, a local book club can be a transformative experience. Intellectual Enrichment Through Shared Perspectives One of the most compelling advantages of joining a local book club is the opportunity to engage with diverse viewpoints. Reading a book alone often limits interpretation to one’s personal framework. However, a book club creates a forum where multiple perspectives converge, challenging members to think critically and expand their understanding. Take, for example, a novel like To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. While many readers may

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August 21 stands out as a remarkable day in history, marking several significant events across different arenas. Let's take a journey through history on this day, exploring the major events that have left an enduring impact across the globe. 1968 – The Prague Spring Comes to an End On August 21, 1968, the Soviet Union and its Warsaw Pact allies launched a massive military invasion of Czechoslovakia to crush the reformist movement known as the Prague Spring. This period of political liberalization and mass protest had sought to create 'socialism with a human face' by introducing reforms like freedom of speech, press, and movement. The invasion abruptly ended these hopes, reinstating strict communist control and triggering widespread international condemnation. The event illustrated the tensions of the Cold War era and the limits of Soviet tolerance for deviation within its sphere of influence. The suppression of the Prague Spring remains a poignant reminder of the struggle

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Survey open for landlords to list vacant rental units and build citywide housing inventory. Partners to support with resources and housing placement.

On Tuesday, the second day of school, 938 students showed up to their temporary buildings for a loss of 44% of enrollment since last year.

COLLINSVILLE — The Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 Board of Education approved Griffin Crask-Weeks, a Collinsville High School senior, to serve as the student representative on the school board during its most recent meeting. Crask-Weeks previously participated as a student member of the district’s strategic planning committee earlier this year. The Collinsville School Board selected Crask-Weeks to represent the student body and provide input on school district decisions. Collinsville School District officials highlighted Crask-Weeks’s experience and readiness to contribute to the board’s work. The appointment reflects the district’s commitment to including student perspectives in governance. Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 serves the city of Collinsville and surrounding areas, focusing on initiatives under the themes of envisioning, empowering, and achieving.

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Boeing’s air and space museum, the James S. McDonnell Prologue Room, will be open to the public this summer! From biplanes to space capsules, the Prologue Room displays artifacts and […]

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The Beatles have finally shared the big news they've been teasing on social media. The legendary group is revisiting their multimedia Anthology project with reissues of the Anthology documentary series, music and book.The original…

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Today's Weather: High 79°F, low 62°F. Mostly sunny and beautiful with a gentle breeze from the north-northeast at 7 mph, gusting up to 17 mph. The day feels very warm with plenty of sunshine and low chances of rain. Overnight is expected to be partly cloudy, with lows around 62°F and light winds from the northeast. Allergy indexes are low for grass, mold, ragweed, and tree pollen. The air quality is good, and the UV index is very high, so be sure to protect yourself if you’re spending time outdoors. Tomorrow’s Outlook: High 82°F, low 63°F. The day will be partly sunny and humid with light northerly winds at 6 mph. Overnight will be mostly clear with lows near 63°F and calm conditions. For more weather details, visit riverbender.com/weather .

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A St. Louis mother has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging that her 13-year-old daughter was groomed and sexually exploited by a man she met while playing the online game, and that Roblox lacks sufficient safeguards to protect children.

Election officials turned over at the highest rate in at least a quarter century during the last presidential election, according to new research from the Bipartisan Policy Center. An analysis of shifts in election officials published Tuesday found nearly 41% of election officials administering the 2024 election were different than those in 2020. Turnover has […]

Session Taco in the Central West End is celebrating its reopening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday morning, featuring an expanded dining room and outdoor patio.