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St. Louis Topgolf location opening Friday
"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.
Janae Edmondson walks again at Smyrna High School game
Despite local stocks lagging behind national indices, here are 5 bright spots
An index of St. Louis-area publicly-traded stocks continued to lag significantly behind national indices this year, according to an analysis by Clayton-based Argent Capital Management.
IDOT Announces Upcoming Lane Closures Over Joe Page Bridge/Illinois 100
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
Dr. Ride’s American Beach House Is a Tantalizing Sapphic Play Set in St. Louis
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.
Shop Until You Drop This Weekend at the Golden Gems Party Market
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.
Remains identified as St. Louis soldier who died in WWII
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 [...]
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California firm switching HQ to Clayton will get $439K in subsidies
Advantage Solutions, the Dave Peacock-led California firm that's switching its headquarters to Clayton, is in line to receive more than $439,000 in Missouri subsidies.
President Biden, Governor, State Comptroller, Issue Statements On Murder Of 6-Year-Old Palestinian-American Wadea Al-Fayoume
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
Robert Plant to perform at Andy Taylor charity concert
Former Duran Duran guitarist Andy Taylor is ready to take the stage again to help raise money for a good cause. The rocker, who is currently battling stage 4 prostate cancer, has announced a…
Grand jury to hear case of St. Louis firefighter accused of stealing from crash victim
St. Louis County jurors will get the case of Arnold S. Britt, the firefighter charged with felony theft after a crash that killed four people.
Possible move from Memphis
Grunge N’ Roses: Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready jams “Paradise City” during Seattle GN’R show
Mike McCready helped bring some grunge to Guns N' Roses' concert in Seattle Saturday, October 14. The Pearl Jam guitarist joined the "Welcome to the Jungle" rockers onstage to play…
Judge Is Rightly Skeptical That Montana Can Just Ban TikTok
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 […]
Man who fired shots at Kirkwood trunk-or-treat is St. Louis County cop, ex-prosecutor's son
Matthew McCulloch remained in police custody Monday morning and has not been charged.
SUV stolen after a woman walks out of a St. Louis County police station
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 [...]
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The War on Gaza
David Klion discusses the historical roots of the conflict and what comes next.
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