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Roberts Cos.' Dallas hotel files for bankruptcy

stltoday.com — A Dallas hotel owned by St. Louis-based Roberts Cos. has filed for bankruptcy, becoming the final hotel owned by the development firm that's embroiled in a $34 million lawsuit to seek bankruptcy protection. Roberts Hotels Dallas LLC filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in St.
Tim Logan Housing and Urban Issues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tlwriter
More shoes. Still dropping. RT @LisaBrownSTL St. Louis-based Roberts Cos.' Dallas hotel files for bankruptcy http://t.co/OdTW4ld5
Lisa Brown Business Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @LisaBrownSTL
St. Louis-based Roberts Cos.' Dallas hotel files for bankruptcy http://t.co/0gqFThtU

Hitting rock bottom: Housing crash spawns dirt cheap sales

stltoday.com — Sam Shih buys foreclosed houses, fixes them up and rents them out. He's usually on the lookout for a good deal. But he was shocked when he spotted a new listing on Mimeaux Drive in February. It was a 1,600-square-foot suburban split-level built in the 1970s.
Tim Logan Housing and Urban Issues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tlwriter
In some parts of the STL region, foreclosed homes are selling for less than a used Mazda. Jim Gallagher explores why... http://t.co/Rt18fH1W

Illinois conservatives defeat anti-bullying measure, citing gay `agenda'

stltoday.com — SPRINGFIELD, Ill. * The Illinois Senate today turned down a bill that would have encouraged anti-bullying programs in schools, after conservatives argued that such programs could be used as a front to promote homosexuality. "There are anti-bullying programs that have an agenda, to only protect one class of individuals," state Sen.
Steve Silberman Freelance Journalist @stevesilberman
Jeez: Illinois #GOPers kill anti-bullying bill, saying it's too "pro-homosexual." http://t.co/8CahLYX0

Editorial: Imagine process turns school superintendent into recruiter

stltoday.com — Like a college basketball recruiter trying to fill out a roster, Kelvin Adams has been giving his best pitch to a group of St. Louis public school children and parents over the past month. The superintendent of the St. Louis Public Schools is facing a humongous task.
Tony Messenger Political Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tonymess
Post-Dispatch Editorial: Imagine process turns school superintendent into recruiter http://t.co/hJqYVRif via @STLtoday

Report: Major Brands to buy Miami distributorship from A-B

stltoday.com — Sounds like Major Brands is heading for Miami. The St. Louis-based spirits and beer distributor has reached a deal with Anheuser-Busch to buy Eagle Brands, A-B's directly-owned distributorship in Miami, trade publication Beer Marketers Insights is reporting. No price was given. A-B told employees in Miami that the deal would close in July, according to BMI.
Evan Benn Features Writer and Beer Columnist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @EvanBenn
Report: #STL-based Major Brands is close to a deal to buy an A-B distribution house in Miami: http://t.co/vf5YJwTu
Tim Logan Housing and Urban Issues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tlwriter
Lager Heads: STL distributor Major Brands reportedly in a deal to buy an A-B house in Miami... http://t.co/7IFcFhzm

St. Louis craft breweries post big gains in 2011

stltoday.com — St. Louis-area craft breweries produced a combined 61,245 barrels of beer in 2011. That's about 1.9 million gallons or the equivalent of about 20.2 million 12-ounce bottles. More than 70 percent of that production came from the St. Louis Brewery, which filled about 42,962 barrels of Schlafly beer last year.
Tim Logan Housing and Urban Issues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tlwriter
Every still-open craft brewer in STL sold more beer in 2011 than in 2010, and other fun facts, courtesy of @evanbenn... http://t.co/FZfa60NX
Evan Benn Features Writer and Beer Columnist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @EvanBenn
In 2011, #STL craft breweries made a combined 61,245 barrels of beer. 1.9 million gal, 20.2 million 12-oz pours. http://t.co/QRCdEWPg

Padres score three in first, Cards answer with three

stltoday.com — After staking the Padres to a 3-0 lead in the top of the first, the Cardinals got all three of them back off ex-Cardinal Jeff Suppan in the bottom of the inning and the game is tied 3-3 after two.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
Our man @tomtimm is at the keyboard tonight, live-blogging at Busch for C-Beat: #Cardinals answer, tie game http://t.co/YTYP1eju #stlcards

St. Louis concert announcements & music news from Kevin Johnson

stltoday.com — Read the latest news St. Louis concert announcements & music news from Kevin Johnson on The Blender at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch & STLtoday.com
Gail Pennington TV Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @GailPennington
My colleague @kevincjohnson is live-blogging the "Idol" finale over at The Blender. Join him. http://t.co/iZLMdEcr

Right-to-pray amendment slated for August ballot by Nixon

stltoday.com — JEFFERSON CITY * Missourians will vote Aug. 7 on a proposed constitutional amendment affirming the right to pray in public places. Gov. Jay Nixon announced today that he had placed the measure on the August ballot rather than the Nov. 6 general election ballot "because the provisions of the amendment would be effective immediately if approved by voters."
Virginia Young Jefferson City Bureau Chief, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @VirginiaYoung
Right-to-pray amendment slated for August ballot by Nixon http://t.co/GJPWSq5c via @STLtoday

Governor stayed out of spotlight on big legislative issues

stltoday.com — JEFFERSON CITY * As a newly minted governor three and a half years ago, Democrat Jay Nixon stood with Republican legislative leaders at a news conference, promising to work with them on common goals. But this year? The governor was often the invisible man.
Yael T. Abouhalkah Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @YaelTAbouhalkah
We have a governor?RT @VirginiaYoung @STLtoday Governor stayed out of spotlight on big legislative issues http://t.co/7x5zXTPS via @STLtoday
Virginia Young Jefferson City Bureau Chief, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @VirginiaYoung
Governor stayed out of spotlight on big legislative issues http://t.co/nERzXLkx via @STLtoday

Governor stayed out of spotlight on big legislative issues

stltoday.com — JEFFERSON CITY * As a newly minted governor three and a half years ago, Democrat Jay Nixon stood with Republican legislative leaders at a news conference, promising to work with them on common goals. But this year? The governor was often the invisible man.
Dave Catanese Political Reporter @davecatanese
Post-Dispatch dubs Gov. Nixon 'the invisible man' http://t.co/ZcJBHcAP #MOGOV

Gulbis is caddy-less, according to Twitter feed

stltoday.com — According to pro golfer Natalie Gulbis' Twitter feed, her caddy David Brooker is leaving her for a spot on the PGA Tour. Her tweet: My golf week just got more challenging, Dave me caddy left to take a job on the PGA TOUR....
Irv Harrell Assistant Business Editor, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @editbro
RT @stltoday Gulbis is caddy-less, according to Twitter feed http://t.co/WdhdvMv3

St. Louis craft breweries post big gains in 2011

stltoday.com — St. Louis-area craft breweries produced a combined 61,245 barrels of beer in 2011. That's about 1.9 million gallons or the equivalent of about 20.2 million 12-ounce bottles. More than 70 percent of that production came from the St. Louis Brewery, which filled about 42,962 barrels of Schlafly beer last year.
Evan Benn Features Writer and Beer Columnist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @EvanBenn
RT @GoSTL: Hip Hops: St. Louis craft breweries post big gains in 2011 http://t.co/ytCvI031 #stl #beer

Band mates say FAMU victim volunteered to be hazed

stltoday.com — A Florida A&M drum major who died after being hazed on a bus was known for his opposition to hazing but agreed to go through a brutal initiation ritual because it was seen as an honor, according to interviews with band mates released Wednesday.
Jennifer Kay Reporter, Associated Press @jnkay
Band mates say FAMU victim volunteered to be hazed http://t.co/7bKlDv0d

Will winning against losing records be enough?

stltoday.com — TOWER GROVE * Say this about the Cardinals being in position to sweep the San Diego Padres with a win tonight at Busch Stadium: they should be. After the Cardinals' blitz of the National League Central in April, the race has tightened as the Cincinnati Reds have settled and surged.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
New at Bird Land. Will winning against losing records be enough?: Cards are 1-6 vs. winning records. Also: Waino... http://t.co/DkfhqiTp

Furcal is Cards’ best leadoff man in a decade

stltoday.com — QUESTION: How would you describe Rafael Furcal's importance to the Cardinals so far this season? JOE STRAUSS I thought prior to this season that only Yadier Molina was more indispensable among Cardinal position players than Furcal. The season's first 8 weeks have done nothing to change that opinion.
Justin Willett Associate City Editor, Columbia Daily Tribune @willettjf
Furcal is Cards’ best leadoff man in a decade http://t.co/uD16V7Ba via @stltoday

Ticket prices announced for Justin Bieber's Scottrade concert

stltoday.com — Justin Bieber hits Scottrade Center Oct. 27 during a stop on his "Believe" tour, with tickets going on sale at
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Ticket prices announced for Justin Bieber's Scottrade concert http://t.co/PFwqsDcp via @STLtoday

St. Louis concert fiasco makes TMZ

stltoday.com — The stuff has hit the fan surrounding the May 19 Trina concert at the Imperial Palace -- actually make that non-concert. The rapper was a no-show, and now claims are going back and forth between Trina's representative and the St. Louis woman who booked the club about what happened and what didn't happen.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
St. Louis concert fiasco makes TMZ http://t.co/FfROGOeM via @STLtoday

Berkman moves surgery to Houston

stltoday.com — Cardinals first baseman Lance Berkman confirmed this morning that he will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his damaged right knee either Thursday or Friday in his hometown of Houston rather than in Vail, Colo. Berkman returned home with his family Monday night and has scheduled a consultation for today with Houston orthopedic Dr. Mark Adickes, a former NFL player who entered medicine after his playing career.
Joe Strauss Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @JoeStrauss
Berkman moves surgery to Houston http://t.co/MoM4oWiB .... Grazing material.

Rams working on 'wow' factor with new punter Hekker

stltoday.com — Rams special teams coordinator John Fassel piled up some frequent-flyer miles this spring in search of a punter. The team's interest level in re-signing veteran Donnie Jones ranged somewhere between little and none. (Jones eventually signed with the Houston Texans as a free agent.)
Lindsay Schnell Sports Writer, The Oregonian @LindsayRae19
John Fassel, the Rams' special teams coordinator, says Johnny Hekker's rugby days are over: http://t.co/SxsZTwX3

Hawthorne Headhunters returns to Lola

stltoday.com — Hawthorne Headhunters headlines the Made You Look event Friday night at Lola.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Hawthorne Headhunters returns to Lola http://t.co/diQYDbir via @STLtoday

Master of the Mix winner comes to Coliseum Music Lounge

stltoday.com — DJ P, winner of the Master of the Mix DJ competition, is at the new Coliseum Music Lounge, 2619 Washington Ave., from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Thursday.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Master of the Mix winner comes to Coliseum Music Lounge http://t.co/wi4LBEYv via @STLtoday

Free Energy performing at Plush

stltoday.com — Free Energy will perform June 17 at Plush.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Free Energy performing at Plush http://t.co/tVAst92K via @STLtoday

Secrecy hampers inquiry into Missouri guard actions

stltoday.com — After a massive tornado tore through Joplin last May, some Missouri National Guard members sent in to secure the city instead looted it. When the Post-Dispatch filed an open-records request this month seeking information about the looting, the guard responded as it often does to such queries, by saying it is not subject to the law, which was designed to make government institutions in the state accountable to the public they serve.
Jeremy Kohler Investigative Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @jeremykohler
Today@stltoday: Mo. National Guard members looted Joplin, but details are secret because of Sunshine Law exemption. http://t.co/ypCWIs7Z

Suppan chooses to play on

stltoday.com — For the pitchers who spend so much time together between their turns alone on the mound, it is a common conversation that begins with a simple question: How much longer are you going to do this? Cardinals starter Chris Carpenter said he has been asked by teammates if this contract is his last or if he plans to walk away at a certain age.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
After a detour to the minors, Suppan chooses to play on "just because" http://t.co/WnGAzMdw #stlcards #cardinals #padres

Just like old times for Wainwright

stltoday.com — Adam Wainwright won 20 games in 2010. And he threw the last pitch of three playoff rounds in 2006, including striking out Carlos Beltran for the last out of the National League championship series and Brandon Inge for the last out of the World Series.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
Rick Hummel explains what it was an "emotional" night for Wainwright: Just like old times http://t.co/uJzsJF9q #stlcards #cardinals

Monsanto to buy Precision Planting for up to $250 million

stltoday.com — Monsanto Co. announced today that it has acquired Precision Planting, a Tremont, Ill., firm specializing in planting technology, for as much as $250 million. The Creve Coeur-based maker of biotech seeds agreed to pay $210 million and an additional performance-based payment of up to $40 million for the company.
Lisa Brown Business Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @LisaBrownSTL
Monsanto to buy Precision Planting for up to $250 million http://t.co/0ExTWgIs

'Fifty Shades' may be readers' summer romance

stltoday.com — Some customers just ask for "The Book." But even if the title makes people squirm, "Fifty Shades of Grey" not only plays in Peoria, it remains in high demand throughout the heartland. The erotic romance novel, notorious for its bondage scenes, was popular as a Mother's Day gift, has already spawned imitators and may continue through the summer as a best-seller, local bookstore owners say.
Aisha Sultan Columnist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @AishaS
"Fifty Shades of Grey" not only plays in Peoria, it remains in high demand throughout the heartland. http://t.co/TrV8eDzr

Justin Bieber heading to Scottrade Center with 'Believe' tour

stltoday.com — Justin Bieber hits Scottrade Center Oct. 27 during a stop on his "Believe" tour, according to his tour schedule released
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Justin Bieber heading to Scottrade Center with 'Believe' tour http://t.co/feOlkkMK via @STLtoday

Justin Bieber heading to Scottade Center with 'Believe' tour

stltoday.com — Justin Bieber hits Scottrade Center Oct. 27 during a stop on his "Believe" tour, according to his tour schedule released
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Justin Bieber heading to Scottade Center with 'Believe' tour http://t.co/DLTqV51S via @STLtoday

CNN names STL Bluesweek Festival a top Memorial Day getaway

stltoday.com — CNN has spelled out its 7 Great Memorial Day Getaways, and the STL Bluesweek Festival, taking place Friday-Sunday on Soldiers Memorial, has made the cut. Apparently, the Bluesweek Festival's move from August to Memorial Day weekend, replacing Rib America, really paid off. CNN's full list is as follows: 1.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
CNN names STL Bluesweek Festival a top Memorial Day getaway http://t.co/1g22cK2Q via @STLtoday

Greene homered on 101-mph pitch

stltoday.com — DOWNTOWN * According to Pitch F/x, a snazzy bit of technology that measures and logs every pitch thrown in the majors, Colorado lefty Jamie Moyer's changeup to Marlins slugger Giancarlo Stanton arrived at the plate with a velocity of 72 mph on Monday night at Marlins Park.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
New at Bird Land. The record speed at which Greene's homer delivered: Connecting with a 101-mph pitch makes Gree... http://t.co/ZyuNqmld

Just how good is Vladimir Tarasenko?

stltoday.com — QUESTION: If the Blues are able to get prospect Vladimir Tarasenko over here from Russia, do you believe he is NHL-ready right now? Would he start out as a top-six type of forward? JEREMY RUTHERFORD Tarasenko has the raw talent to play in the NHL now.
Jeremy Rutherford Blues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @jprutherford
RT @STLBluesNews: Just how good is Vladimir Tarasenko? http://t.co/EEEG0BeX

Indigo Girls return to the Pageant

stltoday.com — The Indigo Girls will perform at 8 p.m. July 21 at the Pageant.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Indigo Girls return to the Pageant http://t.co/aKUs1rJi via @STLtoday

Diamond Rio, Jo Dee Messina headline Vatterott College benefit

stltoday.com — Diamond Rio and Jo Dee Messina are joining forces for a Vatterott College benefit taking place at 7 p.m. Aug. 4 at the Pageant.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Diamond Rio, Jo Dee Messina headline Vatterott College benefit http://t.co/wC293Q8h via @STLtoday

Banks sued for allegedly avoiding property recording fees

stltoday.com — BELLEVILLE * St. Clair County and two of its elected officials filed a civil suit this afternoon against more than a score of banks - from the Bank of America to local operations - alleging they created a scheme to evade county fees and shield property transfer records from the public.
Lisa Brown Business Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @LisaBrownSTL
RT @PostDispatchbiz: Banks sued for allegedly avoiding property recording fees http://t.co/gDC1wp8G

McKelvey joins board of Emerald Auto

stltoday.com — Serial entrepreneur and St. Louis native Jim McKelvey has joined the board of Emerald Automotive, the startup hybrid van maker announced Tuesday. McKelvey, a co-founder of mobile payment service Square, among other things, will serve as a non-executive board member for the company, which last year announced plans to build a delivery van plant in Hazelwood.
Tim Logan Housing and Urban Issues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tlwriter
Square co-founder Jim McKelvey (@2000f) joins board of STL hybrid van startup Emerald Automotive... http://t.co/AyhyfIHs

Notifi Records auditioning all-female band

stltoday.com — Notifi Records chief Ira DeWitt is looking for a few good women. The St. Louis-based DeWitt, who signed Johnny Gill and Ginuwine to her Notifi Records label, has landed teen artist Darrein Safron, a 16-year-old budding St. Louis singer she'll turn into the next Justin Beiber if she has anything to do with it.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Notifi Records auditioning all-female band http://t.co/jWqiC2qD via @STLtoday

Editorial: Why do tornadoes teach us lessons, but not floods?

stltoday.com — Comparing how communities respond to floods and how they respond to tornadoes offers a contrast in urgency. Perhaps tornadoes, like the one that devastated Joplin and killed 161 people a year ago today, get immediate attention because they pop up out of nowhere with little warning.
Tony Messenger Political Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tonymess
RT @1river1problem: Today's One River piece: Why do we learn from tornadoes and not floods?... http://t.co/eRVGidRl

Cardinals unveil latest Ballpark Village plan

stltoday.com — The Cardinals unveiled their latest plan for Ballpark Village on Monday. It is smaller than the last one, but one that the Cardinals say is more likely to succeed. The baseball team and its development partners showed off a 100,000-square foot retail and entertainment complex to be built north of Busch Stadium, anchored by a team Hall of Fame and big outdoor event space.
Tim Logan Housing and Urban Issues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tlwriter
Once more for the AM set: Cardinals' newest $100M stab at Ballpark Village is smaller, perhaps more achievable... http://t.co/OjDGGQ8s

Let's keep faulty economics out of Dome debate

stltoday.com — There may be good reasons for taxpayers to upgrade the Edward Jones Dome, but helping the local economy is not among them. The literature on public funding of sports stadiums is clear, says Victor Matheson, an economist who has studied the issue extensively: "Sports subsidies are a particularly poor use of public money, and professional sports cause little or no increase in economic activity."
Tim Logan Housing and Urban Issues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tlwriter
Smart column by @dnickbiz cutting through all the hoo-hah about the economic impact of a new Rams stadium. http://t.co/hEmtAmS1

Cardinals to unveil latest Ballpark Village plan

stltoday.com — Looks like the newest version of Ballpark Village is ready for public viewing. The Cardinals this afternoon are set to provide an update on their development plan for the long-awaited project to the city board that oversees its incentives. A public hearing will be set for July 5 for the development.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
Our man Tim Logan has the latest on the promised village RT @stltoday #Cardinals to unveil latest Ballpark Village plan http://t.co/MQsRd6dy
Tim Logan Housing and Urban Issues Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @tlwriter
Bldg Blox: Later today, Cardinals will unveil their newest plan for Ballpark Village... http://t.co/fUyFn5nK More details when we've got em.

Greene homers to give Cards 4-3 win

stltoday.com — Tyler Greene hit a two-run homer into the stands in right center, his third hit of the night, to give the Cards a 4-3 win over the Padres. Yadier Molina reached first with a broken-bat single just over the glove of shortstop Andy Parrino with out out.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
Catch all the twists, turns w/ @tomtimm, who was at the keyboard tonight in C-Beat Greene's homer put #Cardinals up 4-3 http://t.co/z48a5DXj

Berkman has meniscus tear, ACL to be determined

stltoday.com — The good news, if it counts as that, is that Cardinals first baseman Lance Berkman doesn't have a torn anterior cruciate ligament. But it may be badly stretched, which would lead to the same outcome as a tear. The Cardinals announced Monday afternoon that Berkman suffers from severely torn meniscus and torn cartilage in his right knee.
Joe Strauss Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @JoeStrauss
Berkman has meniscus tear, ACL to be determined http://t.co/7xdLsvjB Grazing material...

Berkman has meniscus tear, ACL to be determined

stltoday.com — The good news, if it counts as that, is that Cardinals first baseman Lance Berkman doesn't have a torn anterior cruciate ligament. But it may be stretched, which would lead to the same outcome. The Cardinals announced Monday afternoon that Berkman suffers from severely torn meniscus and torn cartilage in his right knee.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
Aforementioned update from @tomtimm, @stltoday Berkman has meniscus tear http://t.co/eu5zeJjK ACL awaits 2nd opinion. Surgery set #stlcards

Flying Saucer beer house to open near Busch Stadium

stltoday.com — While Hip Hops was away last week, our St. Louis media colleagues reported something of a beer bombshell: Texas-based Flying Saucer Draught Emporium will open early next year in the Cupples 9 building at 1120 Spruce Street.
Evan Benn Features Writer and Beer Columnist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @EvanBenn
Flying Saucer bar/resto aims for Jan. opening in downtown #STL. Its #craftbeer guru, @schlabs, answered my questions: http://t.co/bib6dJP2

Salt announces changes in kitchen, ownership

stltoday.com — Salt restaurant (4356 Lindell Boulevard) in the Central West End has a new top chef and some changes in ownership. Chef-owner Wes Johnson is no longer with the restaurant, a spokesman said. Taking his place in the kitchen is Josh Roland, a St.
Evan Benn Features Writer and Beer Columnist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @EvanBenn
The @enjoysalt story is now updated with a comment from Wes Johnson: http://t.co/WtNtEhwf
Evan Benn Features Writer and Beer Columnist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @EvanBenn
Chef, ownership changes at Beard-nominated @enjoysalt: http://t.co/WtNtEhwf #stl #food

STL Bluesweek Festival moves on after a headliner death

stltoday.com — STL Bluesweek organizers have figured out how to move on after the death of one of its headliners, Michael Burks. He and is band were performing at this weekend's festival on Friday night on Soldiers Memorial with special guest Marquise Knox, the St. Louis artist who once recorded a CD with the Michael Burks Band.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
STL Bluesweek Festival moves on after a headliner death http://t.co/CJuuC5WQ via @STLtoday

Jon B., Silk, H-Town coming to Exo nightclub

stltoday.com — The Real Music Concert Series kicks off at 8 p.m. Saturday at Exo with live performances from Jon B., Silk, H-Town and Michel'le at this spring outdoor experience.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Jon B., Silk, H-Town coming to Exo nightclub http://t.co/vNPAwoeN via @STLtoday

Bernie Bytes: The plan for Matt Adams

stltoday.com — Reading Time 5 Minutes: * Perhaps there will be a pleasant surprise when Lance Berkman has his MRI today, but as Joe Strauss reported Sunday night, it's believed Berkman has suffered a serious injury to his right ACL. If that's the case, the torn ligament presumably would sideline Berkman for the rest of the season.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
PD's @miklasz writes about slugger Adams in his Bernie Bytes: The plan for Matt Adams http://t.co/8BUzG4Le #stlcards #stlminors #cardinals

Steel Panther heading to the Pageant

stltoday.com — Steel Panther will perform at 8 p.m. July 25 at the Pageant.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Steel Panther heading to the Pageant http://t.co/6JB9eMYp via @STLtoday

Amy LaVere coming to Off Broadway

stltoday.com — Amy LaVere will perform July 7 at Off Broadway.
Kevin C. Johnson Pop Music Critic, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @kevincjohnson
Amy LaVere coming to Off Broadway http://t.co/XLHgaKEt via @STLtoday

Goold: The fragility of first place

stltoday.com — TOWER GROVE * Anyone within earshot of Cardinals manager Mike Matheny during spring training or anyone who had access to the Post-Dispatch's blanket coverage from Florida knew that the club was aware of its fragile roster and how much of this season hinged on health and depth.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
Players on #Cardinals DL have earned more than $200 million combined in their careers---and more in Bird Land http://t.co/oBIcObC7 #stlcards

Pi empire expands downtown on Wednesday

stltoday.com — Pi Pizzeria is set to open its fifth St. Louis-area restaurant on Wednesday. Pi will be the first retail tenant at downtown's new Mercantile Exchange building (610 Washington Avenue). New-to-downtown Pi pizzas include the Ballpark (mozzarella, sausage, roasted red peppers, onions, basil and tomato-mustard sauce) and the Grove (mozzarella, Volpi sopressata, red chiles, oregano and spicy tomato sauce).
Evan Benn Features Writer and Beer Columnist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @EvanBenn
Expanding empire: @pistl to open in downtown's @themxstl on Wed. Will be 5th #STL-area Pi: http://t.co/qQE5J7ox

Goold: The fragility of first place

stltoday.com — TOWER GROVE * Anyone within earshot of Cardinals manager Mike Matheny during spring training or anyone who had access to the Post-Dispatch's blanket coverage from Florida knew that the club was aware of its fragile roster and how much of this season hinged on health and depth.
Derrick Goold Cardinals Reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch @dgoold
New at Bird Land. Goold: The fragility of first place: Matheny nailed it in spring: He will spend the season mak... http://t.co/VtaEMyH0