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After cold snap upended markets, natural gas could be pricey this winter
After a historic cold snap depleted natural gas reserves in February, prices for heating could be as much as 30% higher this winter, prompting concerns about increasing bills for Kansas and Missouri customers. Kansas is already grappling with the $1 billion fallout from this winter’s cold snap, when natural gas prices rose by 200 times […]
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New restaurant concept Black Sheep to replace Three Monkeys in Tower Grove South
Black Sheep will feature wine, whiskey and Southern-themed brunch in the former Three Monkeys space.
Neman: The worst food town in America, and the 16th best
A new survey ranks Pearl City, Hawaii, as the worst food town in America. You have to feel bad for them, even if they are living in paradise.
Nearly 100% of Mercy workers vaccinated against COVID-19
St. Louis Restaurant Openings and Closings: October 2021
Not only did the month of October see a healthy number of restaurant openings — one reminiscent of pre-pandemic levels — it also saw an exciting diversity of concepts. Botanica, Commonwealth and Tempus all doubled down on the belief that upscale, full-service dining is alive and well, opening up their dining rooms (Tempus had been carryout only for its first year operations) from Wildwood to Grand Center to the Grove, respectively.…
Gwen Stefani donates $185,000 in ticket sales to children’s charity
With Gwen Stefani about to wrap up her ultra-successful Las Vegas residency at the end of the week, the singer is making sure to leave a lasting remark on a local…
Illinois governor calls gun violence a public health crisis
Governor directs $250 million in state and federal money toward the issue over the next three years.
Olin Corp. launches $1B stock buyback program
Olin Corp., the Clayton-based manufacturer and distributor of chemicals and ammunition, said Monday that its board approved a new $1 billion share repurchase program to increase the value of its stock.
The new 2021 Share Repurchase Program calls for the company to buy back shares of Olin's common stock periodically, on the open market or in privately negotiated transactions. The program has no time limit, and purchases depend on factors including Olin's market price and general market and economic…
Public encouraged to line the route for Officer Timmins' funeral procession
The funeral and graveside service for the slain Pontoon Beach police officer are private events, but the public can still pay their respects.
Judge removes St. Louis County redistricting commissioner; two other vacancies filled
Judge Thomas C. Albus ordered the removal of Curtis Faulkner, a Republican, from the county Bipartisan Reapportionment Commission.
BenFred: MLB commissioner Manfred's legacy is at stake this offseason
A lockout that shortens spring training is one thing. A mangled 2022 season would be a disaster for the game.
Suspicious Fires Week: The Old Bowling Ball Factory, Jennings
“Fire at an old bowling ball factory on Xograph Avenue in Jennings?” I knew when I heard about this strange occurrence, and how the St. Louis Fire Department had to join their colleagues in the County to help extinguish the… Continue Reading →
Author Jeanne Bender draws on her travel experience, including to St. Louis, in Lindie Lou children’s adventure book series
The series offers a dog’s-eye-view of the world.
Where to eat, play, stay in San Francisco
San Francisco has something for everyone: trendy restaurants, world-class art, and mesmerizing views.
Andy Cohen now has his own Clementine's Creamery ice cream flavor – and it's for a good cause
Peppermint Andy features crushed peppermint candies, dark chocolate curls and a hint of vanilla.
St. Louis Board of Aldermen releases first draft of ward redistricting
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen unveiled the first draft of a new district map, another step in reducing the number of aldermen in the city from 28 to 14.
Over the next two months, the Legislation Committee of the Board of Aldermen will hold public meetings to create a new, 14-ward map based on the 2020 Census. In order to make sure the changes are drawn in an equitable and legal way, the board is asking for public input at those meetings.
The process, according to the city's website, is as follows:…
Tuesday, November 2, 2021 - A lack of mental health care is leading to over-prescribed anxiety medication in Missouri
Missouri had one of the highest rates of anxiety medication prescriptions in the country before the pandemic. The research from a leading pharmacy benefits management company comes as the state deals with a shortage of mental health care providers.
Metal coating company expands Granite City manufacturing site due to higher steel demand
St. Louis says more than 75% of city employees fully vaccinated, including police and fire departments
More than 75% of St. Louis city employees are fully vaccinated against Covid-19, according to a press release from the mayor's office Monday.
The press release from Mayor Tishaura Jones' office said the data was collected by the city's health department and included civil service employees, the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and the St. Louis Fire Department.
According to the press release, 76.4% of civil service employees are vaccinated, 78% of the police department is vaccinated and…