The Boston Celtics are headed back to the National Basketball Association Finals in search of their 18th world championship. The Celtics defeated the Indiana Pacers 105-102 to complete a four-game sweep in the Eastern Conference finals on Monday night in Indianapolis. The Celtics defense held the Pacers scoreless for the last three and a half […]
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St. Louis takes home four more state championships
The St. Louis metropolitan area was represented well with four more state championships coming out of this weekend’s state track and field action in Missouri and Illinois. The girls from Cardinal Ritter and Ladue came away with state championships on the Missouri side while the boys from Edwardsville and East St. Louis brought home state […]
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SLSO gala, featuring Yo-Yo Ma, raises over $1.1 million
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra announced it raised $1.135 million for its artistic, education, and community programs at its gala event and concert featuring musician and philanthropist Yo-Yo Ma on Friday, May 3. Gala guests enjoyed an evening at Stifel Theatre in support of the SLSO as it concludes its 144th season. The sold-out concert, […]
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CCDI awards scholarships to students pursuing degrees in construction
The Construction Career Development Initiative (CCDI) celebrated its annual Build Our Future Scholarship awards ceremony on May 14. The event, hosted by Clayco, demonstrated the CCDI commitment to fostering diversity and opportunity within the construction industry. A total of $150,000 in scholarships was awarded to 10 recent high school graduates. Founded by Clayco after the […]
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Memorial Day commemoration and closing of Vietnam exhibit
Each Memorial Day, Americans pay tribute to those who gave their lives in military service to our country. Stories that integrate the history of war, valor, patriotism, and race can be told through the experiences of Black St. Louisans who served on and off the battlefield. By exploring their stories, we can understand how their […]
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3 Tips for Fueling Summer Adventures
(Family Features) Summer is the time to get outside and remember the importance of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed as a family. Encouraging children at an early age to participate in outdoor exploration can help foster lifelong skills. For example, research published in the “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” found associations […]
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Volunteering Together: Building friendships and strengthening bonds
(Family Features) Volunteering has always been a big part of Shelley Brosnan’s life, whether she was serving in her children’s school or in their Fairfax, Va., community. When Brosnan retired, increasing her volunteer efforts was a natural next step. Serving with Volunteer Fairfax, an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP program, she spends about 10 hours a week […]
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Serve Up a Summertime Spread
(Family Features) Few things complement warm weather like a summer spread with everyone’s favorite foods. From fresh appetizers and classics like grilled hot dogs to skewered sides and sweet, sugary desserts, these summertime recipes are sure to bring friends, family and neighbors running to get in on the action. To find more recipe ideas that […]
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Power Up Family Mealtimes
Bring loved ones together with protein-packed peanuts (Family Features) Between juggling work, family, friends and social activities, powering through busy day-to-day schedules requires a lot of energy. Building meals around recipes packed with a plant-based protein such as peanuts or peanut butter can help your family come together to refuel. In fact, at 7 grams […]
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Choose the Right Tires for Your Ride
(Family Features) Many drivers have difficulty selecting the best tire for their vehicle and driving needs. For many, tire selection starts at the size then jumps to what’s in stock or what’s on sale. However, there are many factors to consider when you need new tires for your car, truck or SUV. Buying tires is […]