If you’re among the 170 million Americans who receive health insurance through an employer-provided plan, you’ll probably receive your 2014 open enrollment materials shortly. Although it’s a pain to wade through all that information, simply opting for your current coverage could be a costly mistake. Here’s why: Health insurance has undergone major changes since the […]
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Did Chris Brown confirm that Rihanna gets around?
In a spat on Twitter a few weeks back Teyana Taylor accused Rihanna of being passed around within the industry by claiming “her body count and net worth were neck and neck.” A rhyme by Chris Brown just might add weight to the statement. Brown released his unheard verse from DJ Khaled’s “I’m Still” – […]
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Hot’s mix masters
I must say that I caught life from the idea of the Hot 104.1 DJs battling it out in prime time and when it all went down Boogie D, Don Juan, Thurl and Cuddy (who tied…naturally) and DJ Krisstyle came away with their respective crowns. I know the folks were acting a fool by way […]
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‘Happy Guitar’ forms foundation
“I’ve done many concerts, but because of the purpose I count this as the number one concert I’ve ever done in my life,” said Gregg “Happy Guitar” Haynes. On Friday, October 18 he is formally kicking off his Happy Guitar Music & Arts Foundation (HGMAF),by hosting an inaugural benefit concert. The “Ambassadors for the Kingdom” […]
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Stephan Shaw aims to become America’s next great heavyweight
“Come on Steph! Let’s go! Keep going. Keep pushing.” Those are the words of boxing trainer extraordinaire Kevin Cunningham, the man who helped guide Cory Spinks and Devon Alexander from the streets of St. Louis to the pugilistic Promised Land as world champion boxers. However, today those words aren’t directed at the fighters whose names […]
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Free dental clinic
Each October, Give Kids A Smile hosts free dental clinics for local children in need. Children are identified with the help of local schools, churches and other organizations. Openings remain for the upcoming clinic set for Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26. If your child or a child you know is Medicaid-eligible, qualifies for a […]
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Michel’le live
Because she had such a beautiful spirit and wonderful personality, I have to kick things off with what was good about “R&B Divas: LA” star Michel’le’s visit to the Coliseum last Friday as part of their Friday Night Live R&B set. She was so nice and personable that it was infectious. She was GORGEOUS and […]
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Blunt’s staff to host Listening Post
U.S. Senator Roy Blunt’s staff will host a Listening Post Meeting 3-4 p.m. Friday, October 18 at St. Louis City Hall. Listening Posts are intended for Missourians to share their questions and concerns during meetings with members of Senator Blunt’s staff. Senator Blunt’s Jefferson City office also extends one-on-one service to all Missourians who have […]
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The Black Rep takes residency at Harris-Stowe’s Emerson Performance Center
The Black Rep has found a new home for its 37th season: the Emerson Performance Center at Harris-Stowe State University. “To produce African-American theatre at an African-American institution of higher learning just adds to the sweetness,” said Ron Himes, founder and producing director for the Black Rep. “And to be able to have a wonderful, […]
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Work by Abraham Lincoln Walker at 10th Street through Nov. 9.
A retrospective of work by multi-styled East St. Louis native Abraham Lincoln Walker opened recently at 10th Street Gallery, 419 N. 10th St., and remains open through November 9. “Abraham Lincoln Walker was an inspired, self-taught, reclusive, African-American artist of great talent,” said curator Jacquelyn Lewis Harris, associate professor of education and director of the […]