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July known for hottest days ever in Missouri and Arkansas
JOPLIN, Mo. (KSNF) — So far this summer, dangerous heat has made weather headlines across America as multiple heatwaves pushed temperatures into the triple digits throughout much of the nation. When it comes to record-setting heat, the month of July is typically where you’ll find it. In fact, much of the U.S. has its hottest […]
J.E. Redington: Celebrating 95 Years In Business
Generations of satisfied customers can tell you: a plumbing company doesn’t stay in business for 95 years unless it’s doing quality work. J.E. Redington Plumbing Company was founded by the grandfather of the current owners in 1929 when Kirkwood was still developing as a suburb. J.E. Redington Sr. then passed the torch to his son Jack Redington Jr. who moved it to 639 Leffingwell in 1969. Jack’s sons, Rick and Jeff, took over the reins in the late 1990s.
For A True, Positive Hometown Remodeling Experience - Trust RIGGS Company
For 65 years, RIGGS has been in your hometown. “Our grandparents incorporated the business, in Kirkwood, in 1959. Now, as third generation operating owners, my brother and I completed our purchase of the company in 2017. I think this is the epitome of Hometown Family Business,” says Amie Riggs, co-owner and Sales and Design Director. “More important, we are active in the day-to-day operations and management of our family business, working one-on-one with our clients” says Bill Riggs, co-owner, and President of Production, “an ongoing role in the duration of each construction project.”
Webster Groves School District’s Kara Siebe Wins National Award
Kara Siebe, who serves as program coordinator for the Thrive entrepreneurial incubator program in the Webster Groves School District, is one of three high school teachers in the nation being recognized for excellence. Siebe is among the recipients of the Wolfe Teaching Excellence Award from the University of Kansas, which...
July Garden Of The Month
The July 2024 Webster Groves Women’s Garden Association Garden of the Month award goes to Heather and Jacob Budde of 24 Denver Place. Outstanding characteristics of their garden include a mix of Limelight Hydrangeas, Crepe Myrtles, Hinoki Fernsprays, hostas, Major Wheeler honeysuckle and a raised backyard pond teaming with koi fish, water lilies, water hyacinth, tadpoles and frogs. Their 4-year-old son also has his own miniature gnome garden.
Heartland Art Club Members’ Showcase Opens July 24
The Heartland Art Club in Kirkwood, 101A W. Argonne Drive in Kirkwood, will host its annual Members’ Showcase exhibit July 24 through Aug. 24. An opening reception will be held on Friday, July 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. The Members’ Showcase is the Heartland Art Club’s biggest exhibit...
Police Looking For Four People After Park Vandalism
Surveillance photos captured four people vandalizing a Hillview park. There is 24-hour video surveillance at the Maryville Park and it caught the vandals in action. It happened on Tuesday between 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. by Maryville Elementary School off Summers Drive. Two men and two women pushed porta-pot restrooms...
Hazelwood summer camp teaches life lessons along with rowing on the Mon River
Hazelwood rises above the Monongahela River’s banks. Most of its residents, including its youngsters, have little contact with it, including water sports. The Center of Life summer camp program has challenged that with a rowing program for its 11- to 14-year-old participants through a partnership with Central Catholic High School’s crew team, led by alumnus and Syracuse graduate Anicet Mundundu.
Brooklyn, IL – Two Hurt in Auto Accident on IL Rte 3 at Canal St
Brooklyn, IL (July 21, 2024) – A child and adult were hurt in a crash that closed down Illinois Route 3 for several hours on Friday afternoon in St. Clair County. A car and semi-truck crashed in Brooklyn near the area of Canal Street and the McKinley Bridge. The child and adult were airlifted from the scene. Illinois State Police also responded to the scene. However, they did not release any additional information regarding the crash or the severity of the child and adult’s injuries.
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...
Missouri Botanical Garden offering free tours for disability community
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The Missouri Botanical Garden will offer free access tours and classes designed for the disability community. Throughout the summer and fall, they will be offering tours with both American Sign Language and audio description interpretation. The Garden has been teaming up with the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Missouri Chapter to provide specialized tours to those with memory loss and their families.
This I-44 ramp closure in St. Louis could affect your commute
ST. LOUIS — Drivers coming across from the Metro East during the morning commute may want to take note of a big ramp closure off of Interstate 44 in the Soulard area. The Missouri Department of Transportation closed the ramp from westbound I-44 to Gravois Avenue last week, and it will stay closed for one more week. Crews have been working on curbing, drainage and guardrails.
St. Louis-area Democrats express relief on Biden’s exit and hope for Harris
President Joe Biden’s abrupt departure from the 2024 presidential contest Sunday could breathe new life into Democratic chances to retain the White House — especially if the party rallies behind Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy, according to some local Democrats. U.S. Rep. Cori Bush told reporters that...
Metro Boomin Announces Special Hometown Performance in St. Louis
GRAMMY®-nominated, diamond-certified producer and global superstar Metro Boomin has announced a special “Metro Boomin and Friends” hometown performance. The exclusive show will occur at The Pageant in St. Louis, MO, on Monday, July 29.This homecoming event serves as a celebratory send-off for his highly anticipated We Trust You Tour with Future, which kicks off the following night on Tuesday, July 30, in Kansas City, MO, at T-Mobile Center.Tickets for the St. Louis performance will be available starting Monday, July 22, at 10 am.
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