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AHM Presents Vision for Downtown West
AHM Group principal Brian Pratt presented at the LCRA Board meeting June 28th and shared details of their vision (read preliminary, subject to change) for the area around 2101 Locust in Downtown West. The vision includes five projects including rehab of existing structures and new construction. The $200M plan includes 475-500 apartments, 25-30,000 square feet […]
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Residents, leaders have pushed for upgrades at Amtrak crash site, but no action
1905 Antique Car Once Owned By August Busch, Sr., On Display At Grant's Farm
ST. LOUIS – A historic automobile that was originally owned by August Busch, Sr., has made its way back to the Busch family home at Grant’s Farm for a brief stay. Visitors to Grant’s Farm can see the 1905 Fiat through July 4 th . The five-seat touring car is one of only 20 made by the Italian carmaker that year, and is the only remaining one in the world. The car has had only six caretakers over 117 years, and experts say it is in excellent condition . The 60-horsepower vehicle is considered the world’s first “cost-no-object” elite automobile, with a price tag over $18,000, making it the world’s most expensive car at that time. It is said to be worth over $1 million today. Busch owned the car from 1905 until his death in 1934. The car features the original wood framing, floorboards, red leather seats, mohair floor mats, brass lighting, a wicker basket on the rear trunk rack, and red exterior. The paint color is significant as red was the
Guitar signed by The Whoβs Daltrey, Townshend being auctioned for UK charity
The Who's Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend have donated a signed electric guitar to a charity auction that will raise money for Music Support, an organization that helps people in…
Tuesdays in the Park
Summer is here, and live music is back! Join us every Tuesday evening through August 30 for a great mix of live music while you
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Antione E. Williams Installed As New President Of Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club
ALTON - The Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club installed Antione E. Williams as the new president as it begins its 102nd year of service on July 1, 2022. The theme for the new Rotary year is Imagine Rotary, which comes at this unique time when Antione becomes the first African American to be elected president of the Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club. At the same time, Rotary International has chosen Jennifer E. Jones from Canada to be the organization’s president, becoming the first woman to hold that position, and the theme is her choice. This year, at the club’s new officer installation meeting, Williams received the gavel from club president, Steve Schwartz, installing Antione as president of the Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club. Antione’s vision for the year includes continuing the community service the club has been doing, remaining strong and becoming stronger, and to expand diversity within the local club. In addition, Antione plans to increase membership, complete the park on Third
4 under-the-radar spots for whiskey in St. Louis
Stone Turtle, Black Sheep, Cellar House, and Salt + Smoke offer an impressive range of options.
4 under-the-radar spots for whiskey in St. Louis
Stone Turtle, Black Sheep, Cellar House, and Salt + Smoke offer an impressive range of options.
Not Even Your βSmartβ Jacuzzi Is Safe From The Internet Of Broken Things
The Internet of things — aka the tendency to bring Internet connectivity to devices whether they need them or not — has provided no shortage of both tragedy and comedy. “Smart” locks that are easy to bypass, “smart” fridges that leak your email credentials, or even “smart” barbies that spy on toddlers are all pretty […]
High court rules for inmates seeking reduced prison terms
WASHINGTON (AP) β The Supreme Court has made it easier for certain prison inmates to seek shorter sentences under a bipartisan 2018 federal law aimed at reducing racial disparities in prison terms …
Second case of monkeypox reported in Missouri
The state of Missouri has reported its second case of monkeypox.
Man charged with murder in deadly double shooting in Pine Lawn
Man charged after 2 shot, killed in Pine Lawn
A man is behind bars in connection with the shooting deaths of two men last weekend in Pine Lawn.
Revenue collector in rural Missouri charged with stealing, forgery
The Collector of Revenue in Washington County, Missouri has been arrested and charged for alleged misconduct following a state police investigation.
13-year-old driver who survived deadly Florissant crash held on manslaughter charges
A 9-year-old boy and two 13-year-old boys died when a vehicle hit a tree and burst into flames in Florissant. The 13-year-old driver survived the crash.
Two girls, off-duty Kirkwood officer help save of overdose victim
Kirkwood police are recognizing two teenage girls and an off-duty officer for their life-saving actions to help one person survive an overdose late Monday night.
Missouri lawmaker convicted in medical clinics fraud scheme
Rep. Tricia Derges was convicted Tuesday of conducting fraud at medical clinics in southwest Missouri in part by falsely claiming that she was giving patients stem cell treatments.