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These St. Louis-area Fourth of July events are postponed due to weather

With the threat of inclement weather looming over the St. Louis area, many cities and events in the region are rescheduling their Fourth of July celebrations. Washington, Mo. The American Legion fireworks show is rescheduled for Friday, July 5th. The schedule for the event is listed below: 6 p.m.: Food and drinks will be available […]

These St. Louis-area gun shops sell the most guns traced to crimes

ST. LOUIS – A report from USA TODAY identifies more than 1,300 outlets nationwide that sold at least 25 guns traced to crimes in a single year, including more than 20 St. Louis-area gun shops. USA Today’s Nick Penzenstalder revealed these findings in February. The report cited data from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms […]

Forbes names several St. Louis-area companies among best US employers

ST. LOUIS – Forbes praised several businesses from the St. Louis area in recent lists naming the best US employers among “large” and “midsize” companies. “Large” companies are considered those with more than 5,000 employees, while “midsize” companies are considered those with between 1,000 and 5,000 employees. Forbes named two St. Louis employers, and nearly […]

Shoppers flock to St. Louis-area malls in scramble for final gifts

RICHMOND HEIGHTS, Mo. – Christmas is just a few days away, and thousands are flooding malls and stores for last-minute shopping. Many shoppers are trying to find last-minute gifts for their family and friends. “We bought ball caps for our dads, and Bath and Body Works [items] for our sisters and sisters-in-law,” said Sharon Rogers. […]