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Bugged by bugs: Insects swarming in late Summer wet and warmth
The rain is gone and the temperatures are nice, meaning many are ready to spend some time outdoors. But we won’t be out there alone. Mosquitos are bad right now thanks to our recent wet weather.
McCartney, Rolling Stones among stars taking part in Gibson’s Guitars for Peace initiative
Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones and Slash are among a variety of famous musicians who recently performed live with one of a series of Ukraine-themed Gibson Les Paul electric guitars…
Dr. Keshia Elder becomes nation’s first Black female Optometry School Dean at UMSL
Wednesday Night Jazz Jam
Celebrate St. Louis’ jazz legacy and future, at the Wednesday Night Jazz Jam. Free and family-friendly, this weekly gathering brings jazz within reach for people
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Hanley Hills man accused of animal abuse has been dog fighting for 30 years, charges say
Brian Maclin faces charges of felony dog fighting and 13 misdemeanor counts of animal abuse and neglect.
Can We Save A Truly Global Internet?
As we’ve been noting for years now, the global internet is at risk. China walled off its part of the internet early on, and other authoritarian regimes followed suit, with Russia and Iran taking the lead. But, at the same time, we’ve seen other regimes start to layer on their own regulatory regimes that effectively […]
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St. Louis Bread Co. sign replaced in O'Fallon, more could be changed
The signage of "St. Louis Bread Co." at the O'Fallon Center has been changed to one reading "Panera Bread." Some St. Louisans are frustrated and weighed in on the change Wednesday via Reddit.
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Witnesses take the stand on day 1 of Sweetie Pie's murder-for-hire trial
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Procter & Gamble plans $180 million investment in north St. Louis factory
Consumer products giant P&G plans $180 million of work at St. Louis factory that makes Cascade, Swiffer products.
BaconFest 2022 Will Feature Vendors, Dunk Tank, Support Veteran Relief Funds
O’FALLON - The sixth annual BaconFest is going to be held this Saturday, September 10 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Sgt. Charles A. Fricke VFW Post 805 in O'Fallon, located at 221 W. 1st St. The event will feature food vendors, non-food vendors, a dunk tank and more, and the event’s proceeds support Relief Funds for veterans. SugarFire, Spud Shack, Peel Wood Fired Pizza and many others will join several food vendors that will be serving up bacon-related items, in addition to non-food vendors offering crafts and more. VFW Post 805 Senior Vice President Marcia Crawford said this year will see several new vendors, including some traditionally non-food vendors that are getting in on the bacon action this year. “A lot of people are new this year. We have a lot of craft vendors this year,” Crawford said. “I’ve got a real estate agent - one of their people has their food handler’s license, so they’re going to serve mac and cheese with bacon
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Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash near Tower Grove Park in south St. Louis
Missouri Senate hopefuls spar over debates, with forum set for next week
Along with leaves turning colors, the fall in even-numbered years often features political campaigns sparring over who is and is not willing to debate. And this year, that biennial squabble …
Interactive Bruce Springsteen exhibit opening at LA’s Grammy Museum next month
A new exhibition celebrating the performance history of Bruce Springsteen and his E Street Band will open October 15 at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. "Bruce Springsteen Live!" will…
Southern Illinois named among CNN's most underrated travel destinations in US
Looking to plan one last late-summer road trip or look ahead for fall travels? Southern Illinois might be the next destination for you.
Bike MS's 2022 Gateway Getaway Ride Takes Off Sept. 10-11
GODFREY – Just shy of 1,000 riders will converge on Lewis and Clark Community College’s Godfrey Campus this weekend to change the world for people affected by multiple sclerosis at the 2022 Bike MS: Gateway Getaway Ride. The two-day ride, hosted by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS), will start and finish Saturday, Sept. 10, and Sunday, Sept. 11 at Lewis and Clark, as it has since 2015. “We are proud to partner with the NMSS each year for this inspiring event,” said L&C Vice President of Administration Lori Artis, who has ridden as a member of the Trailblazers team during previous years. “The energy on campus on Bike MS weekend is contagious and exciting. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for thousands of visitors to not only experience our campus but also our district communities.” Riders will tackle their choice of 25-, 50-, 75- and 100-mile routes both days, traveling along the limestone bluffs on the Great River Road and
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