Incarnate Word Academy girls basketball standout Nevaeh Caffey has given a commitment to Indiana University. A 5’10” junior point guard, Caffey made her announcement on her social media account last Saturday. She is one of the top young prospects in the Midwest region. She is currently ranked No. 2 in the Prep Girls Hoops Missouri […]
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Judy A. Bentley honored by St. Louis Children’s Hospital
Judy A. Bentley, BSN, MA, Community Health in Partnership Services (CHIPS) founder, president and CEO received the 2023 Community Advocate of the Year award during St. Louis Children’s Hospital Community & Legislative Advocates of the Year Award Ceremony on March 24, 2024. Since 1990, CHIPS has partnered with community residents, service agencies, hospitals, local merchants, […]
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5 key Black issues Biden put in the spotlight
Defending democracy, calling for a bipartisan border deal, and touting his job-creating economy took center-stage in President Biden’s third State of the Union address. And a week after hundreds of faith leaders marched on the White House demanding a cease-fire, Biden spoke of the Palestinian death toll in Gaza for the first time. “This war has taken […]
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Thomas Paden to play City Winery ahead of 314 Day
Thomas Paden wants everyone to feel the love when he takes the stage on Wednesday, March 13– for the city and for each other. “I see it as a great kickstart to the celebration,” Paden said. “I know that there are a lot of events going on. I am thinking this event is going to […]
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Black Knights Chess Tournament crowns three champs
The Legacy Institute Black Knight Chess Tournament crowned three champions during the Black History Month competition that ended Feb. 17. Held at Confluence Academy High School, nearly 40 students participated in the tournament which included participation by organizations that participated were Legacy Institute, the National Society of Black Engineers, St. Louis Public Schools, HEC TRIO, […]
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National Urban League releases ‘State of Black America’ Civic participation is up
The National Urban League 2024 State of Black America Report concludes that African Americans are making advances in civic engagement and healthcare, but lag behind white Americans in acquiring equity in economics and social justice. Established in 1976 by the late Vernon E. Jordan Jr., the organization’s fifth president, the report remains a cornerstone for understanding […]
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SLPS, Local 420 deal creates teacher raises
A recent National Education Association study shows that a 10% increase in teacher pay is estimated to produce a 5 to 10% increase in student performance. A Stanford University study of San Francisco city schools found that when the salary for teaching was increased, the size and quality of teacher applicants increased, and the district […]
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Honey Mustard Crunch Salmon
(Family Features) Quick and easy family dinners often feel few and far between, but you can make them a more frequent occurrence by depending on seafood as a flavorful, easy-to-prepare protein. Today, more than half of all seafood consumed in the U.S. is raised by aquaculture, also known as seafood farming. While this industry has […]
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A Sweet Seasonal Shake
(Culinary.net) St. Patrick’s Day may call to mind hearty meals and pots o’ gold, but that doesn’t mean sweets can’t be part of the equation, too. Add dessert to your celebration with this green Minty Shake, a cold, refreshing way to honor the colorful tradition. Find more seasonal dessert recipes at Culinary.net. Watch video to […]
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Lucky Shamrock Cookies
(Culinary.net) It’s your lucky day because you don’t have to search for the pot of gold under the rainbow for this winning recipe. Throw out the old Irish classics and sweeten things up this year with some mint chocolate chip fun. If you’re in a crunch for St. Patrick’s Day and need something glowing […]