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Missouri’s ‘best brunch and breakfast joint’ found in St. Louis, food writers say
For those who truly believe breakfast is the most important meal of the day, finding the ideal eats to start the day is a top priority. Food writers recently praised one St. Louis restaurant as the best for brunch and breakfast in Missouri.
'I did nothing wrong': School board votes to remove St. Louis schools superintendent; she plans a challenge
ST. LOUIS — In a special closed session Monday, the Saint Louis Public Schools Board of Education voted 6-0 to begin the process to terminate Superintendent Keisha Scarlett "for cause." Scarlett said in a written response Tuesday evening that she was "deeply disappointed" in the board's actions and plans...
Minneapolis, St. Paul rank in top five cities to live in for people with disabilities
MINNEAPOLIS — Living with a disability can bring an assortment of challenges. Among them are healthcare costs, reliable transportation, lack of accessibility in and around buildings, and housing that allows people to live comfortably and safely. When it comes to places that package the above needs, Minneapolis does a...
2024 Voter Guide: Meet the candidates running for local office in St. Clair County
The News-Democrat has contacted candidates running in St. Clair County races in the Nov. 5 election and asked them to complete a detailed questionnaire. The early voting period runs from Sept. 26 to Nov. 4.
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