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Be Our Guest to Duke’s BBQ Shack in Wentzville and get a $50 gift certificate for $25!
ST. LOUIS — These sell out immediately every time they’re here. Duke’s BBQ Shack in Wentzville has some of the best pork steaks, burnt ends, meats and side. We invite you to Be Our Guest and purchase a $50 gift certificate for just $25 to Duke’s BBQ by visiting FOX2NowBeOurGuest.com to purchase while supplies last.
Grafton plans for new dock install
Upgrades for boaters in Grafton appear to be coming soon. Mayor Mike Morrow says the new docks are in and they should be installed within the next two weeks. Down the road, the city is also hoping to make improvements to the boat ramp to improve access to the river.
Illinois quick hits: Jersey County to vote on splitting from state; gym gives high school students summer pass
Jersey County to vote on splitting from state Jersey County will be the 28th county to vote on splitting from Illinois. On May 14, the county board voted unanimously to put a non-binding question on their county general election ballot. So far, 26 and a half southern Illinois counties have voted on such questions, and all have voted in favor. County officials said a neighboring state, such as Kentucky, could accept the counties by moving the state line. This would also require Illinois’ permission, but...
Leaders of St. Charles City-County Library admit mistakes
the Board of Trustees has tabled any action for at least 30 days from the May 17th meeting. The Board will use that time to take some immediate steps to move forward to address the challenges facing the Library District.
What exactly is a car 'slide show'? St. Ann police explain
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — There are still a lot of unanswered questions about this car ‘slide show’ that started in the Bridgeton area and spilled out into a large portion of St. Louis County. In addition to one teenager who was shot and killed, at least...
Amazon warehouse employees in St. Peters file unfair labor practice charge against company
ST. PETERS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Amazon workers in St. Peters are accusing the company of surveilling them and preventing them from organizing. According to the Missouri Workers Center, STL8 warehouse workers filed an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Monday. A charging...
Shortleaf Brewing shares eco-friendly beer, spirits and friendly atmosphere in O'Fallon
Shortleaf Brewing is a brewpub in O’Fallon dedicated to eco-friendly beer, spirits and an inviting atmosphere. There is also a sister location in Camdenton. Founded in 2019 by brothers Michael and Jonathan Crowell, Shortleaf Brewing’s O’Fallon location offers more than 24 beers on tap, 105 whiskeys and bourbons, and a mostly made-from-scratch food menu. The Camdenton location, owned by Matthew Crowell and Robert Hoffman, has 19 beers on tap.
St. Paul Police Honor Legacy of Officer Fallen in 1970, Community Reflects on Enduring Sacrifice
In a solemn commemoration, the St. Paul Police Department remembered one of their own who fell in the line of duty over five decades ago. On May 22, 1970, Officer James T. Sackett tragically lost his life when he responded to a deceitful emergency call, as reported by the Saint Paul Police Department. Shot and killed, Sackett's untimely death came as he dutifully served the community he swore to protect.
Great Day is back On The Road at Post Commons in Alton this Friday!
Grafton, Illinois, has been introducing new attractions for visitors while preserving its charming atmosphere! We invite you to join us on Friday for Great Day On the Road LIVE at Post Commons in Alton. Breakfast at 8 & show at 9. See you there!
As Cottleville sees tremendous growth, city looking for ways to add parking in Old Town
COTTLEVILLE, Mo. (First Alert 4) -The city of Cottleville is undergoing a parking analysis as it looks to improve access to parking spaces in the Old Town area. In 2010, the city said it issued approximately 30 business licenses in Old Town. Today, more than 135 businesses now call the area home. In addition, the city is seeing two residential developments under construction. Cottleville Trails has 350 homes and Prairie Bluff currently has 51 homes.
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