Beyond a box of rice

The most “St. Louis” scene from Eric “Remrod” Mayes’ documentary Half Order doesn’t even take place on this continent. A Northside expat who has lived in China for the better part of a decade daps up his favorite street food vendor and greets him in Chinese. He orders some rice and sings its praises. But he still stands on the notion that St. Louis Chinese food is better than any he has eaten in China.

Edwardsville girl’s Halloween costume prompts invite from ‘The Rock’

A 10-year-old wrestler who dressed as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson for Halloween has been invited by Johnson to a movie premiere in California.

‘Half Order’ documentary explores cultural roots of St. Louis’ Chinese food scene

St. Louis food enthusiasts are serving up a story about culture and connection.

Edwardsville Veterans Day Parade returns Nov. 11

The Madison County procession features grand marshal Kimberli Goodner, a flyover, bands and a free American Legion Post 199 afterparty.

Jodeci kicks off ‘Forever My Lady’ tour in St. Louis with appreciative fans

On Wednesday night at Stifel Theatre, St. Louis wasn’t judging Jodeci against their younger selves. The audience came to celebrate what they’ve meant for 35 years. Our city had the distinction of being the first stop on Jodeci’s tour commemorating the 35th anniversary of their genre-defining debut, Forever My Lady. The November 4 show launched a more than 30-city run that continues through January 2027.

Veterans Caring for Veterans golf tournament honors local veterans

“He was very proud of his service to the Navy, very proud that he went to Vietnam and served there,” John Phillips’ brother-in-law said. “And he was a brother.”

St. Louis actor and comedian Guy Torry in town for two performances this weekend

In his 34 years in show business, St. Louis actor and comedian Guy Torry has performed “everywhere,” but never at an art museum — until now. “I don't want to overthink it. I still want to be me, but I still want to respect the space that I'm in and that crowd that comes,” he said. “It's kind of a dance.”

Free Santa Photos and the Historic Teller Room 1925 in Downtown Alton

Guy Torry Brings Laughter, Legacy, and Purpose Back Home with “Comedy for a Cause”

Overview: Guy Torry Comedy for a Cause brings the legendary Hollywood actor and comedian back to St. Louis on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Kirkwood High School’s Keating Theatre. Headlining alongside B-Phlat, Malena Smith, and Tim Convy, Torry is partnering with Kirkwood Teachers of Color to raise critical scholarship funding for graduating BIPOC seniors.

St. Clair County Native Brings Independent Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Forget Me Not’ to St. Louis Film Festival

A filmmaker with ties to St. Clair County is bringing her first independently produced short film to St. Louis this month, with a story about trauma, survival and the importance of helping others find their way out of difficult circumstances. Danielle Herrera Boivin, an actor and filmmaker who grew up...

This Missouri Gift Shop Is Packed With Hand-Painted Christmas Ornaments And Festive Collectibles

A tiny gold ornament shaped like Missouri’s first state capitol building sits on a shelf here, plated in 24K gold. That’s the kind of keepsake this little shop treats as normal. The shelves also hold hand-painted glass from Christopher Radko and Old World Christmas. I like how one...

Veterans Day ceremonies planned in Warren County

With Veterans Day approaching next week, several ceremonies and events are planned in Warren County in honor of America’s military service members. Veterans Day, originally known as Armistice Day, was initially established to mark the end of major hostilities in World War I on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, so Veterans Day ceremonies are typically held at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11.

St. Louis Public Library’s new CEO Jason Driver has no desire to shake things up

When Jason Driver comes on the job as CEO of St. Louis Public Library in January, he isn’t just replacing a well-respected leader, Waller McGuire, who ran the system for 22 years. He’s also taking over what was recently named the 2026 Missouri Library of the Year. The library system earned the accolade for how it bounced back after the tornado that hit St. Louis in 2025 and temporarily closed two of its branches, reestablishing itself as a community hub (it even opened a lending library for power tools to help neighbors who needed them).

Men’s Golf Ends Fall Slate Ranked Seventh

Norman, Okla. – The University of Missouri-St. Louis men's golf team is ranked seventh in the final Golf Coaches Association of America poll for the fall semester announced on Friday by the organization. The Tritons finished the fall portion of their schedule winning three straight tournaments and finished third...

Edwardsville girl’s Halloween costume prompts invite from ‘The Rock’

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. (First Alert 4) - A 10-year-old wrestler who dressed as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson for Halloween has been invited by Johnson to a movie premiere in California. Brooklyn Kepler wrestles with the Edwardsville Wrestling Club. Johnson is her hero, and her 10th birthday party had a...

Her grandparents escaped the Nazis for Africa. Now she’s telling the story in St. Louis.

When Flora Cassen’s grandparents fled Nazi-occupied Europe, their escape took them somewhere many people might not expect: the Belgian Congo. That remarkable chapter of family history is part of the story behind “Stained Glass: A Reflective History of Antisemitism,” Cassen’s new book exploring how generations of Jews have lived with prejudice, persecution and the search for belonging.

Rizz Gets a Ticket, Wash Ave Food Hall & Vito’s Disco Send-Off

Rizz finally gets invited to an influencer event, immediately gets a parking ticket, and somehow that’s only the second-most memorable exit of the day. Welcome back to The Rizzuto Show, the St. Louis funny podcast where free food comes with hidden fees, parking enforcement becomes a personal enemy, and a 97-year-old man gives the Bee Gees the most unforgettable farewell performance imaginable.