U.S. Dept. of Education Awards Major Funding to St. Louis Community College

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded St. Louis Community College (SLCC) over $3 million in funding for Student Support Services projects. The funds come from the department’s TRIO program,…

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Ricki and the Flash: Music-laced Dramedy Not a Comedy For Star Meryl Streep

 by Sandra Olmsted While director Jonathan Demme’s new film, Ricki and the Flash, has some chuckles, for the most part it is an uplifting, family-affirming dramedy, with some great musical…

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Hazelwood Draws 2,500-Plus for 9th Annual Back-to-School Fair; Schools Opened Aug. 10

The Hazelwood School District hosted more than 2,500 attendees for its 9th Annual Back-to-School Fair at the St. Louis Outlet Mall. This year’s fair included student entertainment, school booths, as…

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