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Here are 5 facts about USA Olympic swimmer Alex Shackell
ST. LOUIS — The 17-year-old powerhouse Alexandra Shackell, also known as "Alex," has qualified for her very first Olympics with the USA's swim team. 1. Although Shackell was born in St. Louis, Missouri, she was raised in Carmel, Indiana, specifically for the state's aquatic reputation, Shackell said during an interview.
The Olympic Games have begun! Here's when St. Louis' Olympians compete
PARIS, Mo. — The kickoff to the 2024 Paris Olympics has arrived, and residents around St. Louis will soon be able to cheer for their hometown heroes as they compete on the world's stage. Ceremonies, gymnastics, soccer and more will marked the beginning of the Games on July 26,...
Brandon Miller was a St. Louis youth track phenom. Now, he’s vying for Olympic gold
St. Louis has a rich Olympic history. The Gateway to the West hosted the third Olympiad in 1904. On Friday, 124 years later, the opening ceremony will kick off the Olympics in Paris. Missouri and Illinois will be represented by dozens of athletes on Team USA — including O'Fallon, Missouri,...
‘She was such a light to us.’ St. Louisans remember media veteran Tammie Holland
Tammie Holland, a proud St. Louis native and beloved media veteran, died July 20, three years after receiving a cancer diagnosis. She was 53 years old. As friends, family and fans reflect on Holland’s impact on the region, the word “light” is written in various posts mourning her death. Holland is remembered for her warm demeanor and ability to make everyone feel seen and welcomed.
Here's where you can watch, support Team USA at 2024 Paris Olympics in St. Louis area
ST. LOUIS — The 2024 Paris Olympics has begun!. Twelve St. Louis-area athletes are overseas representing the area and Team USA in several sports. If you couldn't make it to France to see the games, there are several places to watch the Olympics and show your support for the United States in the area.
Grizzlies Explode In Extras To Sweep Slammers
The Gateway Grizzlies and Joliet Slammers needed extra innings to decide the finale of their three-game series on Thursday night, and after being held down all game long offensively, they scored four runs in the top of the tenth inning for a 5-1 victory at Slammers Stadium, capping a 5-1 Chicago road trip and sweeping the series.
Portuguese Star Rita Nazário Joins Saint Louis University Women’s Basketball for 2024-25 Season
Saint Louis University women's basketball team adds Rita Nazario, a talented freshman point guard from Portugal, to their 2024-25 roster under coach Rebecca Tillett's leadership. Nazario played for CRC Quinta dos Lombos, finishing third in the U18 National Final Four and U18 Lisbon District Final Four. She was the top...
St. Louis SLAM Battles Saturday For WFA Pro National Title
It’s a similar set-up for the St. Louis SLAM as they enter the marquee match-up of the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) finale in Canton, Ohio this weekend. A repeat of last season’s Pro Division title tilt is on the docket. They’re competing for the league’s annual trophy on the same turf against familiar opponents.
Midwest paddling royalty competes in 340-mile race with broken wrist
IRONTON, Mo. — Diane McHenry, an Ironton County woman, is one of the 473 kayakers who set out to complete the 19th Annual Missouri American Water MR340 race on Tuesday. The 68-year-old is competing through another obstacle: her broken wrist. Diane is kayaking from Kansas City to St. Charles....
Ditch Work and go to St. Louis With us on August 22
95.5 WGLO is skipping out of work on Thursday, August 22nd to go watch some baseball in St. Louis and we want you to go with us!. Join us on the Ditch Day Bus Trip, sponsored by Office on Main in Morton, to see Milwaukee vs. St. Louis at Busch Stadium on Thursday, August 22nd (1:15pm game time).
'Our Super Bowl, our World Series' Former Olympic Swimmer discusses experience of competing in the Olympics
Alfredo Jacobo, the Senior Vice President and Audit Director at Midwest Bankcentre in St. Louis joined KMOX to discuss competing in the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia and discusses the traits he has brought from competing in Olympics to his life.
Ride On: Pedal the Cause
Since its inception in 2010, Pedal the Cause has raised more than $45.8 million in the fight against cancer. The number represents thousands of cyclists riding in support of cancer patients, hundreds of volunteers ensuring the event runs smoothly and more than 100,000 donors stepping up. It’s funding that has helped make 223 cancer research projects possible. Now in its 15th year, Pedal the Cause is an inspiring example of how powerful it can be when St. Louisans come together for a meaningful purpose.
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