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Pontoon Beach, IL · Lifestyle

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Granite City Fresh Market Plans Major Investment

Plans to bring Granite City Fresh Market to the former Save A Lot location took a significant step forward as the Granite City Council voted unanimously to move the project forward. Investors attended the council meeting to present plans for a new full-service grocery market and extensive improvements to the Bellemore Village Shopping Center.

Granite City, IL · 2d

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Maull’s barbecue sauce is back

Get those “park” steaks ready, St. Louisans. Maull’s is making a comeback. According to its website, the St. Louis barbecue sauce brand will return December 1, closing out its 100th year with new packaging and the promise of the same bold, tangy, flavor that generations of St. Louisans grew up with.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

Belleville News-Democrat

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These are the 10 highest-rated restaurants in Belleville, Tripadvisor says

A recent ranking from popular travel and reviews site Tripadvisor named Papa Vito’s the No. 1 best restaurant in Belleville , and it isn’t the first top rating the establishment has received. Papa Vito’s has twice previously been named the No. 1 best pizza restaurant in the metro-east by News-Democrat readers, and it’s also one of the more affordable local options for thin-crust pies. Fans of Papa Vito’s praise its family atmosphere, quality ingredients and quick service in reviews. Tripadvisor users gave Papa Vito’s a rating of 4.6 on a 5-point scale with 211 reviews, landing it in first place among 164 Belleville restaurants listed on the site. In addition to its famed pizzas, Papa Vito’s also serves wings, salads, calzones and a variety of appetizers. Signature pies include the Alfredo pizza, BBQ lovers pizza and Papa’s Deluxe. Papa Vito’s has locations in downtown Belleville, west Belleville, Millstadt and Smithton. Tavern on Main was Tripadvisor’s runner-up for best Belleville restaurant, with 213 reviews and a rating of 4.3. Reviewers lauded Tavern on Main’s ambiance , drink selection and high-end ingredients. The dinner menu at Tavern on Main features standout appetizers like the Mahi Mahi quesadilla, portabella strips and crab cakes,

Belleville, IL · 1d

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The Fried Gizzards At This Unassuming Illinois Diner Have Locals Coming Back Every Week

A giant chicken in a top hat stands on a pole outside a bright turquoise building. Honestly, that alone would make me hit the brakes. The fact that the chicken guards a window serving fried gizzards seals the deal. There’s no dining room here at all. You walk up, order...

Alton, IL · 3d

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Zaxby’s plans for first St. Louis area location

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Zaxby’s has been approved for its first St. Louis area location. The restaurant will be in St. Charles County, north of Interstate 70 on Wentzville Parkway. It will be across the street from a Chick-fil-A. Zaxby’s is often seen as a competitor to Chick-fil-A.

St. Louis, MO · 19h

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Missouri Shoppers Keep Returning To This Impressive Meat Market To Stock Up In 2026

More than 100 varieties of sausage once filled the cases at one South St. Louis County butcher shop. That number alone makes my grocery list feel tiny. A federal inspector also checks in daily, which is not something most corner markets can claim. The story started in 1945 with a...

St. Louis, MO · 5d

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One Missouri Restaurant Made America's 12 Most Haunted List

A famous Missouri place has just been named one of the 12 most haunted restaurants in America.

St. Louis, MO · 7d

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Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken Opens New Next-Gen Spot in O'Fallon, Missouri

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken opens its next-gen spot in O'Fallon with giveaways, prizes & free chicken for a year! Dan Sokolik, VP of marketing, joins My St. Louis Live In the Kitchen, sponsored by More for Less Remodeling, to celebrate the brand's 60th anniversary and new O'Fallon grand opening — visit leesfamousrecipe.com, posted after the show at firstalert4.com/mystllive.

O'Fallon, MO · 2d

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Drive To This Remote Missouri Restaurant Where The Steaks Will Leave You Absolutely Speechless

Some restaurants are easy to find, and some restaurants are worth finding, and Annie Gunn’s in Chesterfield, Missouri is the rare kind that manages to be both at the same time. You just have to be willing to drive a little, and trust that what’s waiting for you at...

Chesterfield, MO · 3d

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One Night Only: Laumeier Sculpture Park ‘After Dark’

Laumeier After Dark returns November 7, inviting visitors to experience Laumeier Sculpture Park in St. Louis‘ sculptures and trails illuminated after hours. This one-night event features light-based art installations, including projections, light and sound performances, and special activations celebrating Laumeier’s 50th anniversary. Highlights include a tribute to Fire...

St. Louis, MO · 2d

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From Ladue to Hollywood: Meet Gerry Rich

Ladue native Gerry Rich, who marketed blockbusters like Iron Man and James Bond, talks about his memoir Chasing Hollywood and his upcoming film marketing workshop. This segment is sponsored by Half Price Books.

Ladue, MO · 1d

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Schnucks Extends ‘Deals For Weeks’ Value Program To Early ’27

Schnuck Markets is extending its “Deals for Weeks” value initiative until early 2027. The St. Louis-based grocer launched the program’s newest cycle Nov. 4 with locked-in savings on 891 winter and holiday essentials through Jan. 5. Designed to complement the grocer’s traditional weekly sales, “Deals for Weeks”...

St. Louis, MO · 1d

The Edwardsville Intelligencer

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Edwardsville approves liquor license for Goshen Brat House

Owner Robert Keyser formerly owned the Goshen Butcher Shop in downtown Edwardsville.

Edwardsville, IL · 3d

FOX 2

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Millennium Hotel demolition marks start of $670M project

FOX 2 News has followed the demolition of the Millennium Hotel in Downtown St. Louis since June 2026. Each demolition milestone was captured on camera until this once popular, 28-story, destination location was knocked to the ground.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

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Moonrise Hotel in Delmar Loop gets new ownership

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Joe Edwards has sold the Moonrise Hotel in the Delmar Loop as he works to downsize his portfolio. No big changes are expected at the hotel. Edwards has opened attractions around the Loop for decades, including the Moonrise Hotel, which has a 3,000-pound rotating moon on top. He said he found two local people who had the same vision for the property.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

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First Alert Forward: Fenton-based Wally’s continues to grow

FENTON, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Just off Interstate 44 in Fenton is a fuel stop like no other in the St. Louis area. Wally’s, a 72-pump station with a 36,000 sq. ft. store footprint, creates an experience for travelers with a wide selection of food and merchandise. It’s...

Fenton, MO · 3d

WBBM News Radio

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World's Largest Catsup Bottle: Collinsville's claim to fame

Illinois Route 66: Where the Mother Road Begins

Collinsville, IL · 1d

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Over 1,000 Bald Eagles Spend The Winter Along The Mississippi River In Illinois

Bald eagles in winter care about one thing above almost anything else: open water. Below the big locks and dams on the Mississippi, churning water often refuses to freeze, and fish get stunned or pushed to the surface. That turns those spots into all-you-can-eat buffets for our national bird. Illinois...

Illinois · 22h

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The Secret Missouri Italian Spot Locals Claim Serves The Best Pasta In The State

A former molecular geneticist now hand-rolls thick spaghetti in a tiny gilded dining room. Yep, the scientist traded lab coats for pasta flour, and I can’t imagine a better career switch. The dining room was designed with just 18 seats. Everyone shares communal tables, so your lunch neighbor might...

St. Louis, MO · 2d