Illinois Ozarks are Found in Southernmost Part of the State

By Bob Lindsey When we told friends that we were going to the Illinois Ozarks for a couple of days, reactions were mixed. “I didn’t know Illinois had any Ozarks--or…

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Hazelwood Central Football Goes For Conference 6-Sweep Saturday

By Jim Wieners Hazelwood Central Football won their 19th consecutive Suburban XII Conference North Division Game Oct. 7 as the Hawks won 32-10 at Hazelwood West and won Hazelwood School…

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Peace and Community Spirit Shine on Black Jack’s Harvest Moon Festival

by Pat Lindsey Just as peaceful protests turned violent in St. Louis, the City of Black Jack held its Harvest Moon Festival without any problems whatsoever. Instead, Black Jack residents…

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South City BBQ Joint Gets Stellar Ratings from the Dining Divas

By Lisa Kampter Immediately when I saw the Stellar Hog, I compared it to Henke’s Tavern in Florissant. Located in the middle of a neighborhood on Leona near Bates in…

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Florissant Seeking Grant For Park Improvements at Manion Park

By Carol Arnett    The Florissant City Council had a light agenda last week, with no communications, public hearings, or old business. They did, however, pass one resolution and four…

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