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Jefferson Elementary School kindergardner Alexander Hardwrict 5, is getting into 314 Day activities last Thu. March 14, 2024 while participating in the Saint Louis Public Schools’ Literacy for the Lou initiative. The program used “314 Day” as the backdrop for the latest launch in St. Louis’ largest-ever literacy push.
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Normandy Middle School at Lucas Crossing seventh grader Major Graham learns the physics of the wheel from engineer and science educator at Harris-Stowe and former Tuskegee Airmen Frank Mack at the Legacy Center Thu. Mar. 14, 2024. The Regional Business Council, STL.works, in partnership with the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), introduced a national initiative to the region at the Legacy Center Thu. Mar. 14, 2024 in the Normandy School District.
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Jefferson Elementary School kindergardner Alexander Hardwrict 5, is getting into 314 Day activities last Thu. March 14, 2024 while participating in the Saint Louis Public Schools’ Literacy for the Lou initiative. The program used “314 Day” as the backdrop for the latest launch in St. Louis’ largest-ever literacy push.
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Jefferson Elementary School kindergardner Alexander Hardwrict 5, is getting into 314 Day activities last Thu. March 14, 2024 while participating in the Saint Louis Public Schools’ Literacy for the Lou initiative. The program used “314 Day” as the backdrop for the latest launch in St. Louis’ largest-ever literacy push.
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St. Louis Mayor Tishaura O. Jones (R) and Rep. Cori Bush (D-St. Louis) wave to people as they walk in the St. Louis St. Patrick’s Day Downtown Parade in St. Louis on Saturday, March 16, 2024.
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Roy Hawkins arranging his viewing spot to catch a glimpse of the St. Patricks Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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The crowd gathered nearly an hour in advance to ensure the best viewing spots for the St. Patricks Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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A young boy hoisted up by a police offer grins enthusiastically and waves to the cheering crowd at the St. Patricks Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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Del Taylor and their supporters march proudly in the parade at the St. Patricks Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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Wesly Bell waves to the crowd at the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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First responders participate in the march during the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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A father and his daughter stand atop a firetruck, leading chants and waving enthusiastically to the crowd at the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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Attendees proudly display their green attire at the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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First responders participate in the march during the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dogtown on March 17th, 2024.
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Viola “Mother” Fletcher, 109, recently published her memoir “Don’t Bury My Story: The Oldest Living Survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre In Her Own Words.” participated in a panel discussion with her grandson and co-author Ike Howard, Jana “J.P.” Haynes, and moderator Mocha Ochoa. Haynes and a few cast members from “Selma The Musical: The Untold Stories” also performed excerpts from the show. at Dunham Hall on the campus of Southern Illinios University-Edwardsville Tues. night Mar. 19, 2024.
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Viola “Mother” Fletcher, 109, recently published her memoir “Don’t Bury My Story: The Oldest Living Survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre In Her Own Words.” participated in a panel discussion with her grandson and co-author Ike Howard, Jana “J.P.” Haynes, and moderator Mocha Ochoa. Haynes and a few cast members from “Selma The Musical: The Untold Stories” also performed excerpts from the show. at Dunham Hall on the campus of Southern Illinios University-Edwardsville Tues. night Mar. 19, 2024.
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St. Louis Development Corporation President Neal Richardson speaking at the event to Commemorate 314 Day Thu. Mar. 14, 2024. Photo by Maurice Meredith I St. Louis American
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Lance Knuckles the Director of Strategic Development & Growth at SLDC speaking at the event Thu. Mar. 14, 2024. Photo by Maurice Meredith I St. Louis American
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Scenes from the inaugural Teen-14 Day on March 14, 2024.
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Scenes from the inaugural Teen-14 Day on March 14, 2024.
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Scenes from the inaugural Teen-14 Day on March 14, 2024.
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Kennedy Thomas (left), a Cardinal Ritter College Prep sophomore, and Grayson Stevenson, a St. Louis University High School senior, are members of the Mayor’s Youth Cabinet which hosted the inaugural Teen-14 Day on March 14, 2024.
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From left, Ra’Shaye Jones, J’Montez Cameron, Deirra Williams, Kyntorrius
Brison, Kelsie Johnson and Coordinator Kristy Jackson
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John Burroughs Tristan Reed (40) looking to pass with Vashon’s Nicholas Randall (24) trying to block his way during first quarter action in the Mo. Boys Class 4 State Basketball Championships Sat. Mar. 16, 2024 at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo. The Wolverines would defeat he Bombers of John Burroughs 69-52.
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Vashon junior guard Dehrio McCaskill (5) drives to the hoop with John Burroughs Sheek Pearson (41) and Tristan Reed (40) trying to slow him down during first period action of the Mo. Boys Class 4 Basketball Championships in Columbia, Mo. Sat. Mar. 16, 2024 at Mizzou Arena.
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Vashon junior guard Dehrio leaps to block the shot of John Burroughs Tristan Reed (40) during first quarter action in the Boys Class 4 State Basketball Championships at Mizzou Arena Sat. night March 16, 2024. The Wolverines would defeat he Bombers of John Burroughs 69-52 at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo.
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Vashon senior guard Nassir Binon leaps up over the defense of John Burroughs Tristan Reed (40) during the Mo. Boys Class 4 Basketball Championships at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo. Sat. March 16, 2024.
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John Burroughs head coach Darryl “PeeWee” Lenard giving direction during the Boys Class 4 State Basketball Championships at Mizzou Arena Sat. night March 16, 2024. The Wolverines would defeat he Bombers of John Burroughs 69-52 at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo.
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Vashon junior guard Trey Williams Jr. (1) taking off during the Boys Class 4 State Basketball Championships at Mizzou Arena Sat. night March 16, 2024. The Wolverines would defeat he Bombers of John Burroughs 69-52 at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo.
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John Burroughs’ Owen Walther (30) and Tristan Reed (40) fight for a rebound from Vashon’s Dorea McCaskill (13) during the Boys Class 4 State Basketball Championships at Mizzou Arena Sat. night March 16, 2024 in Columbia, Mo.
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Vashon head coach Tony Irons rallying his players during the Boys Class 4 State Basketball Championships at Mizzou Arena Sat. night March 16, 2024 in Columbia, Mo.
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John Burroughs senior guard Ramsi Salem (21) drives to the basket against the airiel block of Vashon’s Jordyn Richard (21) during second period action of the Boys Class 4 State Basketball Championships at Mizzou Arena Sat. night March 16, 2024 in Columbia, Mo. The Wolverines would defeat he Bombers of John Burroughs 69-52.
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John Burroughs Sheek Pearson (41) trying to reach out to block the rebound from Vashon senior guard Andre Aaron (10) during second period action of the Boys Class 4 State Basketball Championships at Mizzou Arena Sat. night March 16, 2024 in Columbia, Mo. The Wolverines would defeat he Bombers of John Burroughs 69-52.
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Vashon senior guard Nassir Binion holding the first place state basketball trophy for the The Vashon Wolverines after capturing it’s fifth straight championship with a 68-37 victory over John Burroughs in the Class 4 championship game on Saturday March 15, 2024 at Mizzou Arena. Until the final 3 minutes of the game, Vashon had held the Bombers to less than 30 points. Photo by Wiley Price I St. Louis American
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Vashon head coach Tony irons places a first place medal around Wolverines senior guard Nassir Binion after the team captured it’s fifth straight championship with a 68-37 victory over John Burroughs in the Class 4 championship game on Saturday March 15, 2024 at Mizzou Arena. Until the final 3 minutes of the game, Vashon had held the Bombers to less than 30 points.
