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I’ve been rethinking Truth Social
Over at New York, Kevin Dugan asks the question on everyone's mind: Why has DJT stock tanked over the past week? Shouldn't it have gone up after Donald Trump won? Instead it's plummeted 25% since the election: Dugan notes that there's been some insider selling, and also that DJT might be suffering due to the ...continue reading "I’ve been rethinking Truth Social"
Watch the new video for Bruce Springsteen’s contribution to Jesse Malin tribute album, ‘Silver Patron Saints’
A new video has just been released for Bruce Springsteen’s collaboration with Jesse Malin on “She Don’t Love Me Now,” which appears on the Malin tribute album, Silver Patron Saints.The…
Leader of St. Louis pregnancy center resigns amid accusations of emotional abuse
The longtime head of ThriVe St. Louis, which runs three centers in Missouri, has battled allegations about her treatment of employees and spending.
You Don’t Believe In Free Markets And Free Speech If You’re Demanding Criminal Charges Against People For Their Free Market, Free Speech Decisions
Marc Andreessen, the influential venture capitalist, is exhibiting a startling disconnect between his stated beliefs in free markets and free speech, and his recent authoritarian threats against those who disagree with him. In recent statements, Andreessen has threatened criminal charges against advertisers choosing not to associate with certain platforms and accused an imaginary “government-university-company censorship […]
Harlem Globetrotters set to showcase skills in St. Louis this winter
The Harlem Globetrotters will be performing at the Enterprise Center on January 4, demonstrating basketball tricks and interacting with fans, with tickets starting at $30 each with a 40% discount for select tickets.
Daily Deal: Cybersecurity Projects Bundle
The Cybersecurity Projects Bundle offers a hands-on program featuring five real-world cybersecurity projects, totaling 35 tasks. Participants start with an introductory video for each project, detailing objectives and requirements, followed by task completion that mirrors real cybersecurity challenges. Support from industry professionals ensures personalized feedback and guidance. Upon completing the program, participants gain practical experience, […]
Senior property tax freeze paused in St. Louis County. Demand overwhelmed software
Auto-parts retailer to close 700 stores
The aftermarket auto-parts retailer is closing more than 700 stores and a handful of distribution centers.
Jury acquits man charged with boy's death in north St. Louis County
Prosecutors said Jabari Lowery gunned down Clifford Swan III, 13, just hours after Clifford helped his grandma move into her new apartment.
In-law Holiday Dinner (8-Top)
Fall Firearm Turkey Harvest Surges in Illinois Counties, Including Madison, Greene, Calhoun, Macoupin and Jersey
SPRINGFIELD – Turkey hunters in Illinois harvested 292 wild turkeys during the 2024 fall firearm season Oct. 19-27, up 10% from the previous year’s harvest. A total of nine wild turkeys were harvested in Madison County, while six were taken in Calhoun County and Macoupin County and one in Greene County. Three were harvested in Jersey County. The record harvest was set in 2005 when 1,218 birds were harvested. This year, 1,756 regular fall firearm season permits were sold compared to 1,771 last year. The largest number of permits sold was in 2007 when hunters purchased 4,968 permits. Fall firearm turkey hunting was open in 56 of Illinois’ 102 counties. The top counties for harvest this year were Jefferson, 17; Jasper, 16; Marion, 16; Jo Daviess, 13; and Cass, 12. Preliminary data show 57% of the harvest were female birds, while 43% were male. The table below includes the preliminary 2024 county-by-county fall gun turkey harvest results with comparable totals for 2023
Bankruptcy reorganization plan approved for Cards, Blues broadcaster
It clears the way for the St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Blues to have their games broadcast by FanDuel Sports Network Midwest and streamed by Amazon Prime Video.
Missouri ranks 14th among states with smallest debt increases, WalletHub reports
ST. LOUIS - Household debt continues to rise across the United States, reaching over $17.9 trillion across the United States through the third quarter of 2024. Within the recent rise, Missouri is among the states that has seen the smallest debt increases. WalletHub reports that Missouri ranks 14th among the states with the smallest debt [...]
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Judge OKs Cardinals and Blues broadcast plan, allows Diamond to emerge from bankruptcy
Judge Christopher Lopez said the plan, which allows the Cardinals and Blues to continue their relationship with Diamond Sports Group, would save jobs and help fans.
Susnig Center Grand Re-Opening Planned
JERSEYVILLE - A Grand Re-Opening event is in the works for the renovated Susnig Center in Jerseyville. At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, Parks and Recreation Director Tyler Hermens said the department is working towards hosting a “dedication event” or Grand Re-Opening ceremony for the Susnig Center. While the estimated date is Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, he said more details would be made public soon. The Susnig Center, which also houses the Jerseyville Parks & Recreation Department and the Illinois Valley Senior Center, underwent a major renovation last year. The facility is located at 401 Mound St. in Jerseyville. Among the upgrades were the installation of new gym flooring, replacement roofing, new ADA-compliant bleachers, retractable batting nets, new restroom facilities, and more. These improvements were made possible by a $450,000 grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources PARC program, according to a city press release from 2023. The Susni
Yes’ Steve Howe and Jon Davison sued for copyright infringement over song ‘Dare To Know’
Members of the prog rock band Yes are being sued over a song that appeared on their 2021 album, The Quest. Riz Story, whose legal name is Rudolph Zahler, filed a copyright suit…
Missouri’s $1.4 billion cannabis market outpaces states with older programs
More than 1,000 industry leaders gathered at the MJ Unpacked Conference in St. Louis to address issues facing the cannabis market.
Former St. Louis County CFO sentenced in $2.1 million embezzlement scheme
Richard D. Zellner of O'Fallon, Missouri, was sentenced to 41 months in federal prison for using company funds to pay off $2.1 million in credit card debt.