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Rockwood Students Celebrated as St. Louis County Outstanding Student Leaders

Students from Eureka, Lafayette and Rockwood Summit high schools were recently honored by St. Louis County for their outstanding community leadership. Alex Adams (Eureka), Brendan Corkery (Rockwood Summit) and Gwen Means (Lafayette) were among 31 students from around the area honored as participants in the Outstanding Student Leadership Program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) on Oct. 27.

Eureka, MO · 4d
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The Edwardsville Intelligencer

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One former EHS student remembers Greg Ahart’s soaring basketball years

To Bill Craft, Ahart was the Michael Jordan of high school basketball.

Edwardsville, IL · 6d

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Hillsboro R-3’s Prop H fails

A $1.39 operating levy increase for the Hillsboro R-3 School District has been rejected by voters. According to complete, but unofficial results from the Jefferson County Election Authority, the increase, known as Proposition H, failed with 4,745 no votes (56.84 percent) to 3,603 yes votes (43.16 percent). Superintendent Jon Isaacson...

Jefferson County, MO · 6d
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WashU Transgender Clinic Whistleblower Jamie Reed Sues, Alleges Forced Resignation

Jamie Reed, the former case manager who touched off a national controversy over a St. Louis youth gender clinic, has filed a lawsuit against Washington University, alleging the school harassed her and pushed her out after she raised concerns about patient care. The suit includes whistleblower-retaliation claims and allegations that the university failed to provide required COBRA notice.

St. Louis, MO · 6d
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The Telegraph

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November school board meetings for Alton, Bethalto, Wood River, Jersey and nearby areas

November school board meetings for Madison, Calhoun, Greene, Jersey, and Macoupin counties

Alton, IL · 5d

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Twelve Years Later, Eureka Is State-Bound

The varsity softball team is headed to the state Final Four for the first time in 12 years, carrying the momentum of a dominant postseason run into Springfield this Thursday. The Wildcats secured a spot in the MSHSAA Class 5 state semifinals after tearing through the bracket, concluding in a 14-0 shutout victory against Jackson High School in the quarterfinals.

Eureka, MO · 6d

Columbia Daily Tribune

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UMSL taps Georgia academic leader as next chancellor

Ashwani Monga will become chancellor of the University of Missouri-St. Louis on Jan. 1, 2027, bringing higher education leadership experience in Georgia and New Jersey to the St. Louis campus. Mun Choi, president of the University of Missouri System, named Monga to the position, according to a community announcement. Monga currently serves as executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer of the University System of Georgia. “Dr. Monga is a dynamic leader with deep experience in higher education at some of the nation’s top public universities,” Choi said in the announcement. “He understands the importance of increasing enrollment, graduation rates, corporate partnerships and philanthropy.” At the University System of Georgia, Monga serves as the top academic liaison to the chancellor and Board of Regents for a system with 382,000 students and 20,000 faculty members at 25 universities. His responsibilities include academic programs, accreditation, athletic compliance, international education, student success, faculty affairs, academic innovation, enrollment management, student affairs, library services and academic collaborations. Todd Graves, chair of the UM Board of Curators, pointed to Monga's experience with strategic initiatives, academics and financial management. "We are very pleased to welcome Dr. Monga to UMSL and the UM System," Graves said in the

St. Louis, MO · 5d

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Harris-Stowe’s new $62 million STEM academic center aims to prepare St. Louis’ future leaders and workforce

At Harris-Stowe State University, work is well underway on the new $62.3 million STEM academic building, which marks the largest capital campaign initiative in the school’s history. The four-story facility is designed to expand access to science and technology education, prepare students for careers in growing and emerging industries,...

St. Louis, MO · 6d

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‘I thought that would never happen’: Columbia students react to election results

Columbia student Joe Pierce, a first-year illustration major from Texas, was “blown away” when his state turned blue last night, one of the midterm election’s biggest political surprises. Texas Democrats also swept statewide offices and flipped the governor’s seat and a U.S. Senate seat. Gina Hinojosa defeated...

Columbia, IL · 6d

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SLU announces layoffs of entire main campus custodial staff, moving to outside provider

SLU Facilities Services will terminate all 82 custodians employed by the university after a 60-day transition period starting on Oct. 12, and will replace them with Helton Education Services Facilities Management. The custodians were informed of the change on the starting day of the transition phase, Oct. 12, and the...

St. Louis, MO · 8d

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4 local Daisy Girl Scouts earn Journey Summit Award before program ends

Four first-graders in Daisy Girl Scout Troop #4276 — Savannah Maugh, Elliott Bias, Blair Charboneau and Nora Bowersox — have gone above and beyond their regular Scouting activities and earned the Journey Summit Award Pin. The highest award a Daisy or Brownie Girl Scout can earn, the Journey...

St. Louis, MO · 7d

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African American studies, Women and Gender studies departments among programs in danger of being cut

The African American studies and Women and Gender studies departments are two of ten College of Arts and Sciences programs under review as of Sept. 17. A verdict on the fate of these programs and if they will be maintained, shrunk or cut completely will be given this December. Christopher...

St. Louis, MO · 8d

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Kaiden Kamper: Earned the shield

Imagine this, your school principal walking into the band room while you were preparing for the home football game just to tell you that you are the second ever and the first male to win the highest award you can win in school. Everyone in the room shouted and cheered when the name Kaiden Kamper was announced.

Potosi, MO · 7d

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Early learning center that provides inclusion for special needs says skyrocketing costs endanger mission

The non-profit Good Shepherd School for Children has a 60 year legacy in St. Louis County

St. Louis, MO · 7d

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Marissa School District announces reunification locations after evacuations

MARISSA, Ill. (First Alert 4) - The Marissa School District has announced reunification locations following the evacuation of schools on Tuesday. The St. Clair County Emergency Management Agency reported that there was a report of a possible active shooter at Marissa Elementary School shortly before 11:15 a.m. First responders searched the building and found no threat.

Marissa, IL · 7d

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Video: 2026 Salute to Excellence in Education Gala Recap

This special video recap revisits the inspiring moments, remarkable individuals, and spirit of community that made the evening so memorable. Through reflections from Raven Whitener and other participants, along with highlights from throughout the celebration, we honor those who are making a lasting difference in education across the St. Louis region.

St. Louis, MO · 6d

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Jefferson College receives donation for nursing scholarships

The Jefferson College Foundation received $285,734.40 for a nursing scholarship fund from a former nonprofit’s board. Crystal Oaks, which is a skilled nursing facility in Crystal City, was sold to a private company in 2023. Due to the sale, the former nonprofit’s board had to liquidate all assets and donate the remaining funds.

Crystal City, MO · 6d

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Chick-fil-A Bans Middle Schoolers During Afternoon Hours Two Days a Week

Chick-Fil-A is a fun, delicious fast food restaurant. From its funny cow mascot, to the warm, tasty food, Chick-Fil-A is a have-to for food choices. It draws in a huge population everyday towards the business. Including the younger audience as well. Teens and children can be great for popularity since they bring trends and more people.

Wentzville, MO · 15d

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District To Alter Early Separation Program

Kirkwood School District Superintendent Kenneth Roumpos on Tuesday, Oct. 20, shared an update with the board of education regarding the district’s Early Separation Incentive Program. Roumpos said the program is revisited each year to consider whether it remains financially feasible for the district. Under the most recent iteration —...

Kirkwood, MO · 8d