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Target in Midtown sets official opening date
The new Target store in Midtown St. Louis, which will serve as the anchor for The Edwin mixed-use development, is set to open on July 21, providing convenient and affordable shopping and job opportunities for the local community and St. Louis University students.
Taco Bell launches new Cheesy Street Chalupa, inspired by street tacos
Taco Bell is introducing the new Cheesy Street Chalupa, a cheesy street taco inspired special, featuring chicken or steak, fresh onions and cilantro, and a creamy jalapeño ranch sauce, for $5.49 starting July 18.
Two council members call for review of O'Fallon fireworks ordinance
During Ward reports at the July 11 City Council meeting, the city’s two council members representing Ward 5, Linda Ragsdale and Debbie Cook, reflected on what they experienced this July 4, and suggested the city readdress the ordinance allowing private or amateur use of fireworks. Ragsdale read a heartfelt,...
Nixa’s Jackson Cantwell narrows recruiting frenzy to 14 schools
Nixa’s Jackson Cantwell has narrowed his recruiting down ahead of his junior season. Cantwell, the No. 2 recruit in the Class of 2026 according to Rivals, announced his top schools are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, LSU, Miami, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio State, Ole Miss, Oregon, Texas A&M and USC.
Surveillance images capture break-ins at pharmacies in IL and MO
Three suspects were caught on surveillance cameras breaking into Comprehensive Care Pharmacy in Breese, Illinois, for the second time in 13 months, and other independent pharmacies in the area were also targeted in a string of break-ins.
Underground fault line in Missouri once caused major earthquake. Could it happen again?
A major fault line in the southeast corner of the state is causing some state and local governments to start preparing for the possibility of a damaging quake. Here’s what to know.
Historically black church with deep ties to city and LU to celebrate 174th anniversary
A historically Black church in Jefferson City, with deep ties to Lincoln University, is celebrating a huge milestone this weekend. Quinn Chapel AME Church is celebrating its 174th anniversary on Sunday, July 21. Senior Pastor, the Reverend Stephanie Allen, says it’s rare for anything to last 174 years, and she plans to address that during the 11:00 a.m. service.
Andrea Fairley Selected as NCMC’s Outstanding Student
Andrea Fairley, from Newtown, MO, has been selected as North Central Missouri College’s Outstanding Student for July. She is a Missouri A+ scholarship student enrolled in the nursing program. After graduating from NCMC, Andrea plans to transfer to the University of Missouri-Columbia to obtain a master’s degree in medicine or even a doctorate. Her career goal is to become a certificated neonatal nurse practitioner.
Arrest, charges made in June shooting at Walnut Park West neighborhood gas station
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - An 18-year-old was arrested and charged Thursday in connection to an early June shooting. Shaun Hickman, 18, was charged with two counts of first-degree assault, two counts of armed criminal action and one count of unlawful use of a weapon by shooting at a motor vehicle.
BMW of West St. Louis Stays Family-Focused
The No. 1 premium luxury dealership in St. Louis, BMW of West St. Louis is dedicated to providing customers with both an unrivaled selection of BMW models and an exceptional car ownership experience. Managed by Craig Suntrup of the Suntrup Automotive Group, BMW of West St. Louis carries the care and respect for each vehicle and customer seen in the business’ additional brands and locations.
Mosquito-borne virus detected in St. Louis County
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — The Village of Vinita Park is home to St. Louis County's first West Nile virus (WNV)-positive mosquito of 2024, county health officials said Wednesday. The mosquito was caught by one of the many traps that the St. Louis County Department of Public Health (DPH)...
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