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The longtime deli staple relocated to a larger space with new offerings and familiar favorites.
The Posh Nosh Deli & Grill now open in University City
If you’ve been missing the self-proclaimed “best Reuben in town,” you can get your fix yet again. After a 59-year run on Maryland Avenue in Clayton, The Posh Nosh Deli—now renamed The Posh Nosh Deli &...
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November 26, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Former state representative Gina Mitten was accused of letting cases linger on her docket for months past the state’s deadlines.
Democrat’s firing has big stakes for Missouri law—and her political career
A court ruling issued last month is raising concerns about judicial independence in Missouri—even as it could cause trouble for a prominent Democrat running for the Missouri Senate.  The ruling was a ...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:33 PM
The destination is a can’t-miss for tiny train enthusiasts this season.
The holidays have arrived at the National Museum of Transportation
The destination, with its holiday trains displays, is a can’t-miss for tiny train enthusiasts this season.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:31 PM
The New Life Evangelistic Center founder has haunted St. Louis County Council meetings recently, asking for county land to develop an ambitious shelter complex.
Rev. Larry Rice wants St. Louis County land for ambitious new shelter complex
Long-time homeless advocate Rev. Larry Rice is resurfacing in St. Louis County, making his pleas to the County Council in three-minute increments over the past few meetings. Nearly a decade after the ...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:30 PM
The non-alcoholic brand of spirits spent years refining the way its products taste. Now it’s reaping the rewards with a big share of a growing market.
St. Louis-based BARE Zero Proof prepares for national expansion in 2026
James Kempland saw the writing on the wall all the way back in 2017: Alcohol consumption among younger people was on the decline. At the time, Kempland was the director of marketing for Angel’s Envy, ...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:30 PM
BOHFS becomes the first amateur team from St. Louis to qualify for the Open Cup in the tourney’s modern era.
BOHFS St. Louis qualifies for U.S. Open Cup
“We weren’t here a year ago,” quipped BOHFS president Alen Bradaric.  His amateur soccer club had just qualified for the U.S. Open Cup, U.S. Soccer’s oldest cup competition, following a 3-2 win over C...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Rumors have swirled for months about the proposed new concept.
Dave Spence abandons restaurant plans for former Tony’s space in Clayton
When Tony’s (105 Carondelet Plaza) closed in Clayton mid-February, speculation quickly mounted about the future of the landmark space. The ownership group that emerged as the frontrunner was led by Da...
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November 25, 2025 at 9:32 PM
It was supposed to be the first publicly traded company to move into St. Louis in years—but the Missouri component fell out of the deal in a flurry of allegations and recriminations.
How Evolution Metals became the $6B St. Louis company that wasn’t
This past summer, just weeks before sealing a $6 billion deal meant to bring a new public company to St. Louis, some local businessmen say they learned a surprising truth about their would-be partner:...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:22 PM
The savings were modest, but all four council members who are over 62 applied for the property tax freeze.
St. Louis County councilmembers take advantage of senior tax freeze
There are about a quarter-million people in St. Louis County above the age of 62 (back of the envelope) and 70,000 of them have applied for the county’s senior property tax freeze, locking in place th...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:22 PM
The Northside event space sustained $1.5 million in damage, but has experienced rehabbers at the helm of its restoration.
Ready or not, tornado-ravaged Boo Cat Club is again ready to begin booking
Pat Schuchard is no stranger to complicated rehabs. The artist, a retired Washington University professor, is behind some of St. Louis’ most impressive historic renovations—including Das Bevo, Majoret...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Ben Welch’s tribute restaurant to his maternal grandmother makes an unexpected but logical pivot.
Lucy Quinn in The Grove adopts barbecue menu, transitions to Lucy Q
A major transformation is underway at one of St. Louis’ buzziest restaurants. Lucy Quinn, which opened this past March, will be shifting its focus from elevated, Southern-inflected cuisine to barbecue...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:20 PM
A new nonalcoholic beverage is making its St. Louis debut this week. It’s aimed at drinkers looking for a functional, social alternative to alcohol.
DER, new kratom-infused N/A drink, is launching in St. Louis
A new nonalcoholic beverage is making its St. Louis debut this week. It’s aimed at drinkers looking for a functional, social alternative to alcohol. DER—short for Drink. Enjoy. Repeat.—is a kratom-inf...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:20 PM
This holiday season, consider these lovely local options while shopping small and keeping your dollars circulating among neighbors.
Where to shop local in St. Louis on Small Business Saturday
Betty’s Books Members get in early to the Small Business Saturday festivities at Betty’s Books, but everyone will have fun. Local makers, storytelling, crafts, drink specials, and collections for Oper...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Shop local for the sweetest little wardrobe staples this holiday season.
Charming children’s clothing boutiques in the St. Louis metro area
Shop local for the sweetest little wardrobe staples at these children's clothing boutiques this holiday season.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Witness winter’s landscapes and lighthouses transformed into icy sculptures.
See these Midwest lighthouses frozen in time on Lake Michigan
Wisconsin Kenosha North Pier Lighthouse: At the end of Kenosha’s North Pier stands the often-photographed bright red lighthouse. Its black lantern room sits atop the steel cylinder that slightly taper...
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November 24, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Mark your calendars and grab your tickets for the season’s many festivals, concerts, and performances.
Celebrate the holiday season with festive events and performances
As Thanksgiving approaches, the holiday season starts in earnest among St. Louis’ cultural institutions, theater companies, and venues. Mark your calendars for some free holiday celebrations or splurg...
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November 24, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Organizers say the event will be “placed on pause” to lend support to other major events across the region.
Evolution Festival will not host a 2026 event
Evolution Festival has announced that the Forest Park–based music festival will not return in 2026. The event has been “placed on pause,” according to organizers, in order to avoid conflict with other...
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November 24, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The Ohio-founded company is bringing open-ended sandbox play to St. Louis’ smallest contractors.
Little Diggers construction-themed indoor playspace coming to Des Peres
The Ohio-founded company Little Diggers is bringing open-ended sandbox play to St. Louis’ smallest contractors.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The eagerly awaited European-style café and bakery will showcase all-natural macarons, cakes, croissants, and other desserts, along with Ukrainian yeast breads.
Patisserie Svoi will bring Ukrainian baked goods to the Central West End in January
Ukrainian baker Taisiia Hrynchyshyn and her husband, Dmytro, arrived in St. Louis in 2022 with few resources but abundant determination. Now, they’re just weeks from unveiling their new bakery and cof...
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November 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
While long development timelines can make it harder for early-stage atgech startups to raise money, St. Louis firms are showing it can be done.
Agtech doesn’t get as much love from investors, but St. Louis companies are breaking through
Development timelines that are misaligned with some VC fund expectations can make it tough for early-stage atgech startups to raise money.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
When an officer shot a man Friday morning, it appeared to be only the most recent interaction between airport police and homeless visitors.
For St. Louis airport, homeless “sweeps” are a nightly ritual
A fatal shooting last week at St. Louis Lambert International Airport has put a bright light on the persistent issue of homelessness at the airport, with a source familiar with its operations telling ...
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November 24, 2025 at 2:59 PM
FBI director Kash Patel was in St. Louis today, but he was a no-show at a press conference at the bureau’s local field office, despite some journalists saying they were led to believe Patel would attend. Many reporters turned up—and grumbled their discontent when Patel didn’t.
FBI director Kash Patel visits St. Louis, but doesn’t meet the press
FBI director Kash Patel was in St. Louis today, but he was a no-show at a press conference at the bureau’s local field office, despite some journalists saying they were led to believe Patel would atte...
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November 21, 2025 at 9:59 PM
The parent-friendly play café offers kids a whimsical, enclosed playscape and adults a chance to unwind in a chic setting.
Little’s Loft Play Café in Kirkwood slated to open in early December
The parent-friendly play café offers kids a whimsical, enclosed playscape and adults a chance to enjoy a cup of hot coffee in a chic setting.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:33 PM
The retired, longtime "St. Louis Post-Dispatch" writer was inspired by his first grandchild to author his children’s book.
How Dan O’Neill accidentally wrote his first picture book
The retired, longtime St. Louis Post-Dispatch writer was inspired by his first grandchild to author his children’s book.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:40 PM
St. Louis’ go-to Rolfer for nearly 30 years retires as a new practitioner continues the popular pain-relief work.
One of St. Louis’ only Rolfing practices enters its next generation
St. Louis' go-to Rolfer for nearly 30 years retires as a new practitioner continues the popular pain-relief work.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:39 PM