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Mercy announces grants for St. Louis community programs
Mercy is providing $500,000 in grants to nearly 30 organizations serving children and elderly, homeless and uninsured people across five states. The purpose of Mercy’s grants is to provide support for community-based programs consistent with Mercy’s mission and vision that align with an identified community health need. Mercy Caritas (Latin for “charity”) is in its 36th year.
Eagle Award Nominee: Dual-sports captain to continue Volleyball career
Senior Katelyn Turley has accomplished a lot during her time at Webster Groves High School, including being a member of NHS, Spanish NHS, Spanish club, playing Varsity volleyball and lacrosse for four years, being captain of both teams this year, and co-editing the Echo Yearbook. Turley received an offer to...
Eagle Award Nominee: Senior makes contributions to community
During her time at Webster Groves High School, senior Sloane Carfield has made an impact through her community service. Carfield said, “I have done a lot of community service through the Chelsea Center, including putting on a COVID supply stand, volunteering at Webster Rock Hill Ministries and mentoring middle schoolers in Hixson’s Leadership program.”
Win Four Free Tickets to Raging Rivers Before the 2024 Season Ends
GRAFTON - There are only a few more chances to head to Raging Rivers this season. The water park will be open on weekends until Sept. 8, 2024, including Labor Day weekend. They are also giving away four free tickets to a lucky winner. Park Manager Jeremy Hayes said it’s been a great season so far, and he can’t wait to welcome more guests before the summer ends.
Why Did A Bunch Of Illinois KFC’s Suddenly Close This Week?
There's a chicken-fried mystery in Illinois. According to WHBF/WMBD, multiple Kentucky Fried Chicken locations in Illinois suddenly closed their doors this week. This led to mass surprise layoffs. KFC has 150 locations in Illinois. On Monday, 4 of them closed and recently, over a dozen locations have closed. This includes...
Convicted felons struggle to get hired in Missouri
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Missouri’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate stands at 3.8%. Some of those standing in the unemployment line are formerly incarcerated people who struggle to get hired because of their felony records. “It’s an uphill battle,” said Maria Maupin. Maupin was convicted...
What to do in the Lou: Weekend events Aug. 24-25
ST. LOUIS — From experiencing different cultures to trying new food, there are several events happening in the St. Louis area this weekend, Aug. 24-25. Festival of Nations. The largest multicultural event in the region returns to Tower Grove Park this Saturday and Sunday, hosted by the International Institute of St. Louis.
MDC urges aquarium owners to check for invasive species that may have been in locally sold tank additions
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is urging aquarium owners to check for an invasive species that may be hiding in a common tank addition. According to MDC, an invasive species called zebra mussels is being discovered in moss balls originating in Washington,...
Miriam School and Learning Center welcomes back students, offers advice for parents of neurodiverse students
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - As students return to the classroom for the start of a new school year, the adjustment can sometimes be more difficult for students with learning differences. Miriam School and Learning Center offers a K-12 school and outreach programs to help students who may...
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