In the midst of economic trouble and unemployment numbers dominating the headlines, local unions and their families took to the streets on Monday morning for the annual Labor Day parade. This year’s parade, sponsored by the St. Louis Labor Council, AFL-CIO, was attended by thousands and was helped by clear skies and moderate temperatures. The parade [...]
The 11th annual Festival of Nations was held in Tower Grove Park this past weekend. Over 100,000 people were expected to visit the park on the 28th and 29th of August to take part in the multi-cultural festival put on by the International Institute of Saint Louis. The festival was located on the Grand side [...]
The 2010 Baden Taste kicked off this past Saturday morning at 9 a.m. and continued throughout the day until 6 p.m. This community replaces the former Badenfest which ceased a quarter century ago. Revived in 2009 by Alderwoman Dionne Flowers (2nd Ward) and the Riverview West Florissant Development Corporation (RWFDC), this years event saw an [...]
This morning in North St. Louis’ College Hill neighborhood, 113 ARAMARK employees volunteered to help the community. Partnering with Grace Hill Settlement House, the volunteers dedicated their time and talents to transform Peace Park. The entire park is being refurbished and improved. The improvements will include the creation of an Outdoor Educational Area which will [...]
Today an overflow crowd celebrated the grand reopening of Diners Delight located at 1504 South Compton. The neighborhood staple has been serving soul food for over 40 years. Diners Delight has recently has undergone an extensive interior and exterior renovation and no longer is a hidden gem. From the previously very humble surroundings ham hocks, [...]
Desoto Park was full of people yesterday for the 4th Annual Carnival. The event sponsored by Alderwoman April Ford-Griffin and Community Renewal and Development Inc. had over 3,000 people in attendance. Sal Martinez served as Event Chair. The event featured a variety of free activities for children and seniors alike. The children had the opportunity [...]
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