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EDWARDSVILLE – The City of Edwardsville will observe a moment of silence at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, to reflect and remember the victims of the December 10, 2021, tornado tragedy. Mayor Art Risavy will lead the City Council and audience in the moment of silence as the toll of the storm continues to reverberate in the hearts and minds of all in the City of Edwardsville. “The loss and pain suffered as a result of the tornado have been profound,” Mayor Art Risavy said. “We will continue to honor, remember and pray for all those affected.” One year ago this week, a powerful tornado struck the City of Edwardsville. Six lives were lost after a tornado directly hit a warehouse operated by Amazon in the Gateway Commerce Center. The tornado was part of a storm system that tore a path of destruction in and around the City and region. Those who died in the tragedy in Edwardsville were: Clayton Cope, of Alton; Kevin Dickey, of Carlyle;

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Lincoln Wheat pennies are one of the most popular series of U.S. coins that coin collectors strive to build a complete set.

Police said a 38-year-old man was found shot multiple times shortly after 5:30 p.m.

Visitors to St. Louis this holiday season can book a side trip that’s bound to create a Christmas memory they will treasure forever–a journey to the North Pole via THE

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New York's Madison Square Garden is sometimes called the "world's greatest arena," but it's definitely the world's highest-earning arena, thanks in no small part to Billy Joel. Over the past…

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For Rally House, expanding its brick-and-mortar footprint is a key part of a growth strategy that has seen the Lenexa, Kansas-based retailer add 40 stores this year, including in the St. Louis area. CEO Aaron Liebert details the growth.

Meet with recruiters in the first-floor conference rooms at 1520 Market Street on Thursday, December 8th, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

A veterans group in western Georgia is trying to locate the family of a deceased Missouri veteran, so he can be given a proper burial at a National VA Cemetery.

Four finalists to become the next St. Louis police chief include three external candidates and one internal candidate. The finalists, announced Monday, are Chief Larry Boone of Norkfolk, Virginia; Deputy Chief Melron Kelly of the Columbia, South Carolina Police Department; Interim St. Louis Police Chief Michael Sack and Chief Robert Tracy of Wilmington, Delaware. The release of the names comes about 24 hours before a 6 p.m. town hall the mayor's office planned for Tuesday at Vashon High School,…

Last Friday evening, Elon Musk and Matt Taibbi dropped a non-bombshell on everyone, with the revelation of internal Twitter documents about the content moderation around Hunter Biden’s laptop that showed… nothing particularly unusual or notable happened, and there’s no evidence of government interference. Over the weekend, Mike was interviewed by Justin Hendrix for the Tech […]

One of the best-known covers of Rolling Stone shows a naked John Lennon curled up next to his wife, Yoko Ono. The photo was taken by Annie Leibowitz on December…

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Guns N' Roses is welcoming a Texas gun store to the legal jungle, where the fun and games have been replaced by lawsuits and alleged trademark infringement. According to documents…

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ST. LOUIS - Today, the City of St. Louis announced a list of finalists for St. Louis’ next police chief. Residents will have the opportunity to hear from the finalists at tomorrow’s Police Chief Town Hall. The City has expanded this town hall to include four candidates to offer the public a more robust opportunity to hear from top voices. “By bringing St. Louisans into the selection process, we are putting the public back in public safety,” said Mayor Tishaura O. Jones. “I look forward to hearing more from each of the finalists about their vision to keep St. Louis safe for our families and visitors.” Biographies and headshots are attached and posted on the city’s website . Finalists include: Interim Police Commissioner Michael Sack, St. Louis, MO Chief Larry Boone, Norfolk, VA Chief Robert Tracy, Wilmington, DE Deputy Chief Melron Kelly, Columbia, SC Tomorrow, December 6, the City of St. Louis will host a public town hall with four

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ST. LOUIS – For the 111th years, the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association (StLCCA) has given the gift of cheer and goodwill to our neighbors, and this year they have a very special gift in store… In addition to their annual caroling efforts by volunteer carolers all around the city, The St. Louis Christmas Carols Association, in partnership with the Missouri History Museum, will present a free holiday concert, Christmas In St. Louis , featuring renowned singer Erin Bode, radio personality Mark Klose, the Lesters, and many more. There will be music and comedy, and the audience will be invited to sing along with some of their favorite Christmas songs. Admission is free, and guests are encouraged to come early as seating is first-come, first-served. The show will take place on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 6:30 pm in the Museum's Lee Auditorium. The show was inspired by the StLCCA’s 1977 vinyl album of the same title, which featured local dignitaries and performers

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