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This AARP program pairs older adults with work opportunities at area nonprofits
After 12 years of retirement, Roy Pearson was ready for something to do. In April, the 74-year-old retired United Methodist Church pastor joined the AARP Foundation's Senior Community Service Employment Program, also known as SCSEP. The program partners seniors 55 and up with local nonprofits and government agencies in paid training assignments. Host agencies gain temporary staff at no cost and seniors have the opportunity to sharpen their soft and hard skills, while earning minimum wage. Participating seniors are paid through the AARP.
Weekend At Bernie: Good Times For Burleson, Tough Times For Goldschmidt, And Disappointing Times For Gray.
The Cardinals (as you know) split a doubleheader in Atlanta on Saturday. Not to be greedy here, but the visitors should have won both games. In the early game, the Redbirds let a 2-0 slip away to lose 3-2 in 10 innings. At least they rebounded for a 9-5 victory in the late game.
13-year-old girl missing out of Florissant found safe
FLORISSANT, Mo. — A 13-year-old girl reported missing from her Florissant home Saturday night was found safe, according to the St. Louis County Police Department. The endangered person advisory was canceled. Previously, the girl was last seen at about 8:30 p.m. Saturday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol sent a...
Father-son duo resurrects history, one headstone at a time
ST. LOUIS — In the heart of St. Louis, Missouri, a father and son are spending their summer brushing up on history – quite literally. Zach Leonard and his 10-year-old son Lincoln have embarked on an unusual project at Calvary Cemetery, armed with brushes, scrapers, and a special cleaning solution. Their mission? To restore long-neglected headstones to their former glory.
Chiefs DT Chris Jones’ motivation at training camp: ‘I play football because I love the game’
The Kansas City Chiefs’ veterans have hit the field for their first practice at this year’s training camp. Chiefs All-Pro defensive lineman Chris Jones was the lead topic of last year’s camp and is focused on keeping things about his play on the field and helping the team. He explained his motivation to reporters on Sunday after practice. “I think my mind frame is always to be the best I can be. I strive for DPOY (Defensive Player of the Year) every year. It’s a commitment to myself that I make, and I challenge myself to make my teammates better,” said Jones....
16-year-old shot by victim during armed robbery in Soulard
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Police say a 16-year-old was shot in the chest as he and three other suspects attempted an armed robbery early Saturday in Soulard. Following the incident, the male juvenile was dropped off at an area hospital where he is listed in critical condition, according to St. Louis Metropolitan Police.
2nd Annual Smoke on the Rail BBQ Festival
Join us for a vibrant community festival hosting the Pennsylvania State BBQ Championship on July 26, from 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM & July 27, from 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM!. Over 80 competition teams from the Mid-Atlantic and beyond will vie for more than $29,000 in cash prizes. Winners earn a chance to compete at the annual Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue in Lynchburg, TN, and The American Royal in Kansas City, MO. While professional KCBS teams compete, attendees can enjoy free parking and event entry, food trucks, a selection of beverages including beer and adult slushies, yard games, diverse vendors, and live music on multiple stages. On Friday, there's a People’s Choice Wing Competition, and on Saturday, a People’s Choice Pork Competition. Parking is FREE! Shuttle service is also available FREE of charge from the New Freedom Community Center located at 150 East Main Street, New Freedom. All proceeds from this event will be reinvested locally to develop a dynamic Trail Town Community.
A lack of hustle by Tyler O'Neill seems to prove Oli Marmol's point, again
Former St. Louis Cardinal and current Boston Red Sox left fielder Tyler O'Neill can be one of the most hard-working players in the game. And then, sometimes, he can have a substantial mental gaffe, leaving you wondering where he was on the field. Check out this play from Friday's game...
Cardinals agree to deal with possibly the best hitter of the draft
The Cardinals have reached agreement with shortstop JJ Wetherholt to a $6.9M bonus, according to Baseball America’s Carlos Collazo. Wetherholt’s first pro deal is slightly above the $6,823,700 slot value assigned to the seventh overall pick. Based on pre-draft rankings, St. Louis might’ve gotten a bit of a...
Missouri children are losing Medicaid coverage at rate that is alarming pediatricians
The state’s Medicaid rolls are down by roughly 136,000 kids since June 2023, and Missouri’s worst-in-nation processing delays make it arduous to re-enroll — causing many to miss doctor’s appointments, prescriptions. Dr. Maya Moody, a community pediatrician in St. Louis, knows a new month has begun...
At risk of closing, GOTham and Eggs puts up bat signal asking for help
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A superhero-themed restaurant in Tower Grove South is in need of saving themselves. “I’ve got everything on the line right now,” said GOTham and Eggs owner Shani Knight. “Our freezer’s gone down several times, we had to replace our ice machine, plumbing issues, we thought we’d have more bodies in the building to make up for those expenses.
Radio personality Tammie Holland dies
A longtime voice on St. Louis radio airwaves has been silenced. Tammie Holland passed away after a years-long battle with cancer. Her former on-air partner Tony Scott remembers Holland as being genuine in her love of people and the city.
Shots fired overnight in Columbia
Shots were fired early Sunday morning in Columbia on July 21. The Columbia Police Department (CPD) shared in a press release that shots were reported overnight near the 500 block of Texas Avenue. Officers responded to the call around 1:45 a.m. on Sunday. After speaking with witnesses it was determined...
Columbia Police Department finds missing teen girl
The Columbia Police Department has found 16-year-old Abigail Nelson. In a Facebook post, CPD asked the public for help to locate Nelson. Police reported Nelson was last seen Saturday, July 20, at approximately 10:45 p.m. in the 4100 block of South Wapple Drive.
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