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Tempus Closes Temporarily as Chef Ben Grupe Departs

2 years 10 months ago
A major shakeup is underway at one of St. Louis' most acclaimed newer restaurants: Ben Grupe, a James Beard-nominated chef and culinary Olympian, is no longer involved with Tempus (4370 Manchester Avenue, 314-349-2878), the restaurant where he has served as the face and visionary since its inception. In the wake of his departure, the restaurant  in the city's Grove neighborhood has temporarily closed, although its owner says it will reopen in the coming weeks. A spokesperson for Tempus confirmed the news, which was first reported by St. Louis Post-Dispatch restaurant critic Ian Froeb, noting simply that Grupe is no longer involved with the restaurant.
Cheryl Baehr

Abortion access is on the ballot in November in these states

2 years 10 months ago

WASHINGTON — Voters in at least three states will determine at the polls in November what abortion access looks like for their neighbors, colleagues, friends and family — becoming some of the first Americans to deliver their own verdicts on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Residents of California, Kentucky and […]

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Jennifer Shutt

Lunchtime Photo

2 years 10 months ago
The snowy peak in this photo is Iron Mountain, part of the San Gabriel range. It may not look like much, but here is Wikipedia's description: While this mountain is far lower in elevation than other Southern California summits, it is the most difficult mountain to climb in the entire region. There are no water ...continue reading "Lunchtime Photo"
Kevin Drum

Belt and Tharp Urge Fire Departments To Apply For State Funds, Plus Open House Info

2 years 10 months ago
EAST ST. LOUIS – Applications are live for the Small Equipment Grant Program through the Office of the State Fire Marshal, and senators Christopher Belt and Kris Tharp are encouraging local fire departments in the Metro East to apply. “This program gives eligible departments the opportunity to purchase small equipment that they may otherwise not be able to afford,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “Thanks to the small equipment grants, fire departments will be able to provide better service to residents and families in our community, and I urge Metro East facilities to apply.” OSFM will award $1.5 million to eligible fire departments and ambulance services for vital equipment purchases. “Departments have had to make tough financial decisions,” said Tharp (D-Bethalto). “The Small Equipment Grant Program reduces the burden on smaller departments and districts to offer assistance to replace aging and sometimes failing small equipment.” The Smal

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'Suspected impaired driver' hits Frontenac Police vehicle

2 years 10 months ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A Frontenac Police vehicle was hit by a "suspected impaired driver" Saturday night. The Frontenac Police Department said in a Facebook post that an officer was "participating in a saturation patrol looking for impaired drivers." The officer was conducting a traffic stop when their vehicle was hit. Everyone involved had [...]
Monica Ryan

IMPACT Strategies Begins Renovations for Proper Cannabis – Bridgeton

2 years 10 months ago
IMPACT Strategies will begin work as Construction Manager this month on renovations to create a new medical marijuana dispensary for Proper Cannabis. The project will convert a former Bank of America building in Bridgeton, MO to a new, 2,500 square foot retail location. The project features design details in a modern apothecary feel, with high […]
Dede Hance