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A Missouri Voter's Guide to the Most Batshit Senate Race in History

2 years 11 months ago
Primary season is upon us once more, Missouri, and with it comes the usual cavalcade of compulsively ambitious monsters, creeps and ghouls, clawing and flailing desperately in the hopes of securing your vote in an attempt to make their way into the halls of power. And nowhere is that description more accurate than on the Republican side of the aisle.
Daniel Hill

Florissant woman charged with abusing two children with rare disorder

2 years 11 months ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A Florissant woman caring for two children with a rare genetic disorder was charged with two counts of child abuse in October 2021. A court document said "on or between December 31, 2020 and December 31, 2021" the children were neglected to the point where they were hospitalized. Both of [...]
Monica Ryan

Newly Announced: Pokey LaFarge, Titus Andronicus, the Juliana Theory and More

2 years 11 months ago
Here, again, is every newly announced show for the week! Click through and start planning ahead. And as always, here's your obligatory COVID safety warning: Be sure to check with the venues before you make plans to head to any of these shows, as the virus is still circulating and safety measures vary from venue to venue.
Daniel Hill

Pair of Democrats vie for chance to challenge Ann Wagner in 2nd Congressional District

2 years 11 months ago

State Rep. Trish Gunby and gun-control activist Ray Reed are vying for the Democratic nomination in the 2nd Congressional District primary on Tuesday. This spring’s redistricting process made the 2nd District more favorable to a Republican candidate, but Gunby and Reed both believe they still have a shot at beating the well-resourced GOP incumbent, Congresswoman […]

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Rebecca Rivas

Cedarhurst Of Granite City Hosts Ribbon Cutting To Showcase New Memory Care Units/Apartments

2 years 11 months ago
GRANITE CITY - Cedarhurst of Granite City hosted a ribbon cutting this past week with solid attendance to showcase its 24 new memory care units with its 72 assisted living apartments. The Dover Companies CFO Stephen Wertman was in attendance and spoke, Granite City Mayor Mike Parkinson also was present and Dover Companies CEO Joshua Jennings also attended. Cedarhurst is the operating arm of St. Louis-based Dover Companies, an integrated builder, owner, acquirer, and management firm. Executive Director Cindy Woods also provided a dynamic greeting to those in attendance. These are some facts about Cedarhurst: Cedarhurst of Granite City has been open since 2019. Cedarhurst of Granite City is now officially among the 40 of 54 Cedarhurst communities that offer memory care. Cedarhurst has four communities in the Metro East (Troy, Bethalto, Granite City and Highland), and a dozen in the St Louis Metro area. "We are thrilled to officially unveil the work we have put into making Cedarhurst

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Best Psychic Reading Sites: Top 5 Psychic Readers In 2022

2 years 11 months ago
There comes a time when you find yourself in doubt or uncertainty about the outcome of certain decisions. During this time of complete suspicion, it is usual to seek some clarifications and advice to help you clear up this suspense. For that reason, psychic reading sites can come in handy.
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Mayor Tishaura O. Jones declares state of emergency

2 years 11 months ago
Yesterday afternoon, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones declared a state of emergency in the City of St. Louis following historic rainfall and flash flooding across the city. The disaster declaration will enable the State of Missouri, if granted, to request federal…
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Crestwood Schnucks Getting Food Hall and Other Upgrades

2 years 11 months ago
The Crestwood Schnucks is getting a makeover similar to the 2021 remodel at the Kirkwood Schnucks. Upgrades will include a new food hall with three restaurant vendors, a dining area and a kombucha fountain. Construction is expected to be completed in November 2023.
Rosalind Early

Belleville Area Humane Society And Local Shelters Spring Into Action To Overcome Flood Challenges In St. Clair County

2 years 11 months ago
BELLEVILLE - The Belleville Area Humane Society (BAHS) is so very grateful for their community. Yesterday as the waters rose around Belleville Area Humane Society and St. Clair County Animal Adoption Center and Animal Services (SCCAC), THE COMMUNITY SHOWED UP. The evacuation at the Adoption Center and Animal Services building started there at 6am. Over 40 animals were transported to safety by The Public Building Commission, the police and fire departments, Belleville Area Humane Society , Gateway Pet Guardians , Stray Rescue of St. Louis , Helping Strays of Monroe County , Partners 4 Pets , St. Clair County Emergency Management Agency , St Clair County Highway Department , Bi-State Pet Food Pantry , Helping Hounds Dog Training , Robert Trentman , Shelly Tribout-Korves and Jack Korves , Jamie Anderson Case , Mark Kern . Countless neighbors stopped by to help when their own houses were flooding, and the community dropped off supplies, snacks, and good cheer. BAHS Executive

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants Celebrated Its Grand Opening In St. Peters, Is Open To The Public

2 years 11 months ago
ST. LOUIS, MO – Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants , a lifestyle brand centered around food and wine, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 5, to celebrate the grand opening of its new location in St. Peters, MO, at 5300 N Service Rd. This is the company’s 3rd location in Missouri and 50th in the country. Mayor Len Pagano and representatives of the St. Charles Regional Chamber were in attendance. After the ceremony, guests took a tour, had sparkling wine, and met with the team. Senior Marketing Specialist Erin Vainer, Senior Area Culinary Manager Edmund Vogel, Area Director Ryan Fitzpatrick, and General Manager Alysia Gonzalez were there to answer questions. Cooper’s Hawk combines a casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private dining room, Napa-style tasting room, and artisanal retail market. Its contemporary American menu, created by Executive Chef Matt McMillin, has 100+ items that each pair with a wine, labeled on the menu by its bin number

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Flood victims move from Richmond Heights to Florissant

2 years 11 months ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The American Red Cross used THE HEIGHTS Community Center in Richmond Heights as an emergency shelter for flood victims Tuesday. Those still there are being transferred to the James J. Eagan Community Center in Florissant Wednesday. The American Red Cross regional communications director Sharon Watson said at its peak, 75 [...]
Monica Ryan