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As XFL returns to St. Louis, its rent for The Dome won't change

2 years 10 months ago
As the XFL plots its return in 2023 under new ownership, changes are afoot in the upstart professional spring football league. The league’s return, which comes after its short-lived 2020 season, includes new branding, teams and coaches. But as the XFL plans to return to St. Louis, one component won’t change: The league’s rent fee at The Dome at America Center
Nathan Rubbelke

Just one lane of WB I-70 in St. Charles County open Thursday night

2 years 10 months ago
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - Only one westbound I-70 lane will be open on Thursday night into Friday morning in St. Charles County while work is being done. Crews will repair the interstate pavement between RouteZ/Church Street and Wentzville Parkway from Thursday at 8 p.m. to Friday at 6 a.m. The right lane of I-70 will [...]
Monica Ryan

Pride, Inc., Fall Clean-Up Date Is September 10, Residents Urged To Participate

2 years 10 months ago
ALTON - Pride, Inc., has encouraged residents to mark their calendars and sign up for the Annual Fall Cleanup In Alton on Saturday, September 10, 2022. "It’s hard to believe how the summer is flying by, and that our Fall Clean-Up date is quickly approaching," Pride, Inc., Executive Director Pat Stewart said. "It was exciting to see the participation we received for the spring efforts, and hope that you will be just as eager to come out and join us in September. "Once again, we are asking for the support of community organizations, business associates, local youth groups, and all concerned and willing residents. We’re hoping for your participation by putting together a team to help man a zone in this beautification effort. Beautifying our neighborhoods not only boosts commerce but helps to instill a sense of civic pride among our residents that will last for generations. More information will follow as we move forward in the planning stages." "I will be reaching back out

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Marco Rubio Got Furious At Google Because His Fundraising Emails Were Going To Spam. Turns Out His Email Was Misconfigured

2 years 10 months ago
Over the last few months, we’ve been covering a ridiculous situation in which Republicans are trying to force their spam into your inboxes. It began with a study that some Republicans misread (or deliberately misinterpreted) to claim that Google was “censoring” their political mailings. That study showed that for an untrained, brand new mailbox, Google […]
Mike Masnick

United Way Activates Flood Relief Fund

2 years 10 months ago
ST. LOUIS — United Way of Greater St. Louis has launched a Flood Relief Fund to support residents across the bi-state region who were impacted by the recent flash flooding. The Regional Business Council made a $100,000 contribution to the fund to support the immediate and long-term recovery efforts as well as local agencies that are equipped and trained to respond in times of disaster. “This fund will provide necessary resources to engage and equip disaster-experienced nonprofits in partnership with local volunteers and government agencies working to assist and restore flood victims as quickly as possible,” said Michelle Tucker, president and CEO of United Way of Greater St. Louis. “Collaborations and partnerships remain imperative in the deployment of our proven disaster relief approaches. Thank you to the local businesses, donors and volunteers who have stepped up to help many of our neighbors in need during this time.” One hundred percent of the

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Daily Deal: Huru Job Interview Prep Coach

2 years 10 months ago
Looking for a way to practice your interviewing skills and get feedback? Frustrated with the interviewing process and not knowing what you’re doing wrong? Look no further than Huru. With Huru, you can practice as many interviews as you want and get feedback with AI. Also, the app generates interview questions from any job offers […]
Gretchen Heckmann

Attorney General Raoul Announces Settlement With U.S. Postal Service To Curb Illegal Cigarette Shipments

2 years 10 months ago
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced a settlement with the United States Postal Service that implements robust measures to end the unlawful practice of foreign shippers mailing cigarettes into the United States. The settlement resolves a lawsuit filed by Raoul’s office, as well as the city of New York and three state attorneys general alleging the Postal Service transported cigarettes in violation of a 2010 federal law. “Cigarette usage causes significant health concerns and kills hundreds of thousands of Americans each year. We must use every legal tool at our disposal to protect our residents from addiction to cigarettes, which includes ensuring the Postal Service follows federal law preventing sellers from using the mail system to ship cigarettes,” Raoul said. “I will continue to collaborate across jurisdictions and state lines on actions that help reduce usage of and addiction to cigarettes.” Enacted by Congress in 2010,

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GCSD9 Meet the Teacher Dates Announced

2 years 10 months ago
GRANITE CITY – Granite City Community Unit School District #9 Superintendent Stephanie M. Cann announced dates and times for Meet the Teacher Nights for the upcoming 2022-23 school year. Prather Kindergarten and PreK Parents will be notified through a letter in the mail informing them of their orientation time, teacher assignment, and Kindergarten bus number. Maryville and Wilson - 1st & 2nd Grade Date: Tuesday, August 16 Time: 5-6 p.m. Frohardt and Mitchell - 3rd & 4th Grade Date: Tuesday, August 16 Time: 6-7 p.m. Grigsby Intermediate School - 5th & 6th Grade Date: Monday, August 15 Time: 5-6 p.m. (6th); 6-7 p.m. (5th) Coolidge Junior High - 7th & 8th Grade Date: Monday, August 15 Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. (7th); 6:30-7:30 p.m. (8th) Granite City High School - 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th Grade Freshman/New Student Orientation Date: Monday, August 15 Time: 6:30-9 p.m. Lake Educational Support Services Center (ESSC) Date: Tuesday,

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