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FEMA will open a disaster recovery center Saturday at 2740 Arsenal Street; it will be the seventh in the area since heavy flash flooding in July.

Remember last week that Michigan Republicans were refusing to put an abortion-rights initiative on the ballot because of supposed problems with "formatting and spacing"? This was as ridiculous as it sounds, little more than a fuck you to liberals. Well, the Michigan Supreme Court has put the initiative on the ballot by a vote of ...continue reading "Michigan Supreme Court throws out “formatting and spacing” complaint"

Several hundred gather Thursday night in University City to honor Joe Edwards’ 50 years of drinks, dart and live music at the bar which opened on Sept. 9, 1972.

On September 25, local chefs will create period-inspired dishes served at Campbell House Museum and White Haven as a benefit for the historic St. Louis sites.

"The rising cost of food is definitely a major concern. We have traditionally served two meals a day to our shelter guest."

When some of the stolen lottery tickets were cashed in, officers were notified. Surveillance footage showed Scott and another suspect cashing them in.

A more personalized experience for sports fans, on-demand “micro-gyms” for working out and a platform for female esports competitors. Those are a few of the ideas being funded by St. Louis-based Stadia Ventures in the latest cohort of its accelerator program.

WASHINGTON — Republicans in Congress are lukewarm about providing $47 billion in new emergency spending for the ongoing Ukrainian war against Russia’s invasion, COVID-19 and monkeypox public health campaigns, and to help states recover from natural disasters. GOP senators, who have returned to Washington after Congress’ summer break, aren’t so sure the Biden administration’s request […]

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That morning is etched into retired New York Fire Department Chief Dan Daly brain, even 21 years later.

The Supreme Court may have extended constitutional protection to historical cell site location info, but that’s not going to stop our public servants — and the private companies that serve them — from finding ways to elude the ramifications of the Carpenter decision. Over the past couple of years, court documents and public records have […]

'Bullets don’t have a name, and it doesn’t even have to be about anything,' said the victim's mother, Tanya Moore. 'They took my baby. That was my baby. He’s not coming back. For what though?'

Get your kicks on route 66 but also fudge, old fashion candy, antiques, and souvenir photos. 

If you’re looking for a tablet that can also double as a laptop, the refurbished Surface Pro 12.3″ 256GB is your best bet. This device weighs just 1.73 pounds and measures just 0.33″ thin, so it’s one of the lightest and smallest laptops available on the market today. The device features a 7th-Gen (Kaby Lake) […]

WOOD RIVER – To offer individuals an opportunity to meet with him and support a locally-owned business, State Senator Kris Tharp has chosen Wood River Donut & More to host the first Coffee with Kris event. “I know how busy schedules can get, so it was important to me to offer an event for early risers,” said Tharp (D-Bethalto). “I look forward to meeting with residents in my hometown and supporting a popular small business.” The event will take place from 6 to 8 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 16 at Wood River Donut & More, 102 W. Edwardsville Rd. Attendees will be offered a complimentary cup of coffee and have the opportunity to discuss the issues that matter most to them. Questions should be directed to Sen. Tharp’s office by calling 618-251-9840. For information on future events, visit www.SenatorTharp.com .

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EDWARDSVILLE – The Edwardsville Police Department made 11 DUI arrests during the recent Labor Day campaign. In addition, 26 seat belt citations were written, 7 of which occurred during nighttime hours. Other citations and arrests included: 17 speeding citations 3 registration citations 2 uninsured motorists 23 other citations “As law enforcement officers, we do our best to protect motorists, pedestrians, and other road users,” said Lt. Barry Jones. “While enforcement campaigns like these save lives, there is still much to be done. Please help us spread the message: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” The Edwardsville Police Department joined forces with other law enforcement agencies and highway safety partners throughout the state for the Labor Day traffic safety campaign. The program was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

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The 75-year-old man was found safe.

CHESTERFIELD - Mr. Blue Sky, Tribute to Electric Light Orchestra, with Emily Wallace comes to the Chesterfield Amphitheater on September 23. Doors open at 6 pm, and the show begins at 7 pm. The show is for all ages. Tickets are General Admission: $20 Advanced, $25 at the door, 4-Pack for $60. Mr. Blue Sky creates all the majestic splendor that is the music of Electric Light Orchestra. With a focus on the band’s hits from the 70s, 80s, and latest records, and mixing in selective deep cuts, MBS produces the ultimate ELO experience.

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Tax incentives played a role, but the manager of the North City plant also said something else was key in Procter & Gamble's decision to expand his facility.

This review was originally published in RFT sister paper Creative Loafing Tampa Bay. Like some bastard abomination that escaped from captivity, Zach Cregger’s first solo venture, Barbarian, is the craziest, goriest, most what-the-fuck-iest theatrical release thus far in 2022. I still don’t know exactly what I watched, but I know that I would watch it again.

While trees have long inspired artists with their wonder and natural beauty, Forest Through the Trees takes a new look at this familiar subject matter.

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