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Description of Alternaria kierstenii sp. nov. from invasive garlic mustard highlights agricultural biosecurity risks of foreign weeds as pathogen reservoirs
Abstract Invasive weeds can increase agricultural biosecurity risks by serving as reservoirs for emerging or undercharacterized plant pathogens. Garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata), an invasive brassicaceous weed in North America, occurs near agricultural landscapes and is susceptible to multiple crop pathogens. A previously undescribed Alternaria species was isolated from a diseased garlic mustard population in Maryland, USA, prompting investigation of its taxonomy, origins, and host range.
Mobile genetic elements accompany the emergence of clonal crop lineages from weed-associated populations of Xanthomonas campestris
Abstract Xanthomonas campestris is a destructive pathogen of cruciferous vegetables and ornamentals and is frequently isolated from related weed species growing near agricultural land. However, the evolutionary relationships, genomic features, and biosecurity significance of weed-associated strains remain poorly understood. Here, we integrate phylogenomic and pangenomic analyses of X.
Worship Drummer: How to Serve From Behind the Drum Kit
ShareTweetPinPocketFlipboard I have been a part of Austin Stone Worship for a little over three years now. I joined the Brett Land Band when I was 20 years old and, while I had played in church for a few years, I was still in the very beginning stages of learning what it meant to lead in a church body and not just hit things with sticks. Among musicians on a stage in front of a congregation, the worship drummer is a leader.
Miles of murals: Take a tour of some big St. Louis art without leaving your car
Miles of murals: Take a tour of some big St. Louis art without leaving your car Head outside for a curbside tour of some of St. Louis’ best murals visible from the car window. Mural, mural on the wall A runner passes a mural covering a construction site on the 4100 block of Manchester Avenue in the the Grove neighborhood in April 6. The mural was created by the Design Deli, which has other commercial murals throughout the neighborhood.
Columbia, Ill., couple renovate 1870 home with finds from Facebook Marketplace
Columbia, Ill., couple renovate 1870 home with finds from Facebook Marketplace 1 of 7 The stainless steel refrigerator in the couple’s kitchen is framed by Victorian-era woodwork and 150-year-old exposed brick. Dumont says the kitchen is small but works fine for the couple. These stained glass doors once concealed a main floor bathroom. Now, they separate the master bedroom and its closet. The large farmhouse sink was one of several Facebook Marketplace finds in the couple’s home.
Best Bites: Snyder's Real Peanut Butter-Filled Pieces
Snyder's Real Peanut Butter-Filled Pieces. (Snyder's of Hanover/TNS) Snyder's Real Peanut Butter-Filled Pieces. (Snyder's of Hanover/TNS) Snyder's of Hanover/TNS/TNS Pretzels and peanut butter - where could you go wrong? The days of searching for the perfect pairing to your salty pretzels are gone. This nutty combination is made simpler with these bite-sized treats. Rich, creamy peanut butter fills the center of each crunchy pretzel piece.
Best Bites: Tastes of new grocery items
By Cole Sawyer, Tribune News Service Wednesday Apr 22, 2020 at 1:01 PM The Canton Repository’s Taste Test Team has been on hiatus in this work-from-home culture, when gathering together to try new items or area restaurants is just about impossible. Here are a couple taste tests from The St. Louis Post-Dispatch to hold readers over until our team gets a chance to sit back down to eat. Goldfish Vanilla Cupcake Grahams This is a weird one.
Best Bites: Tastes of new grocery items
By Cole Sawyer, Tribune News Service Wednesday Apr 22, 2020 at 1:01 PM The Canton Repository’s Taste Test Team has been on hiatus in this work-from-home culture, when gathering together to try new items or area restaurants is just about impossible. Here are a couple taste tests from The St. Louis Post-Dispatch to hold readers over until our team gets a chance to sit back down to eat. Goldfish Vanilla Cupcake Grahams This is a weird one.
Best Bites
Goldfish Vanilla Cupcake Grahams This is a weird one. My eyes see goldfish, and I expect the familiar cheesy and salty snack, but my taste buds are met with a sugary, sweet treat. It’s odd, but not bad. Honestly, if they were any other shape, it wouldn’t be weird. However, decades of nostalgia have ingrained the thought that goldfish equals cheese in my brain. Maybe I’ll get used to it. In the meantime, I’m just going to eat these with my eyes closed.
Best Bites: Goldfish Vanilla Cupcake Grahams
This is a weird one. My eyes see goldfish, and I expect the familiar cheesy and salty snack, but my taste buds are met with a sugary, sweet treat. It’s odd, but not bad. Honestly, if they were any other shape, it wouldn’t be weird. However, decades of nostalgia have ingrained the thought that goldfish equals cheese in my brain. Maybe I’ll get used to it. In the meantime, I’m just going to eat these with my eyes closed.
Best Bites: Goldfish Vanilla Cupcake Grahams
Goldfish Grahams Vanilla Cupcake (Pepperidge Farm) Goldfish Grahams Vanilla Cupcake (Pepperidge Farm) Pepperidge Farm/St. Louis Post-Dispatch/TNS This is a weird one. My eyes see goldfish, and I expect the familiar cheesy and salty snack, but my taste buds are met with a sugary, sweet treat. It's odd, but not bad. Honestly, if they were any other shape, it wouldn't be weird. However, decades of nostalgia have ingrained the thought that goldfish equals cheese in my brain. Maybe I'll get used to it.
Best Bites: Goldfish Vanilla Cupcake Grahams
Goldfish Grahams Vanilla Cupcake (Pepperidge Farm) Goldfish Grahams Vanilla Cupcake (Pepperidge Farm) Pepperidge Farm/St. Louis Post-Dispatch/TNS This is a weird one. My eyes see goldfish, and I expect the familiar cheesy and salty snack, but my taste buds are met with a sugary, sweet treat. It's odd, but not bad. Honestly, if they were any other shape, it wouldn't be weird. However, decades of nostalgia have ingrained the thought that goldfish equals cheese in my brain. Maybe I'll get used to it.
BREAKING: Recent Webster graduate dies from COVID-19 - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | April 3rd, 2020 Mohammad Ahmad Zain, a 2019 graduate of the Walker School of Business and Technology, passed away on April 1. Photo contributed by the MCISA. A recent Webster graduate, Mohammad Ahmad Zain, died from COVID-19 on Wednesday, April 1, according to a Facebook post made by the Multicultural Center and International Student Affairs (MCISA). Zain graduated from the Walker School of Business and Technology in May 2019, earning a masters degree in information technology.
Where is the love? Find it at 7 St. Louis Valentine’s Day events
Where is the love? Find it at 7 St. Louis Valentine’s Day events 1 of 7 Runners take part in Cupid's Undie Run in 2019 in downtown St. Louis. The Becky Thatcher riverboat Patrons play arcade games at City Museum. The Cattleya Summit View "Primero," on display at part of the Missouri Botanical Garden's annual Orchid Show Drop a heart at your favorite piece this Valentine's Day at the St. Louis Art Museum.
Best Bites: Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Shake It Truffles Ice Cream
Best Bites: Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Shake It Truffles Ice Cream Ben & Jerry’s pulled out all the stops for this flavor. The combination of chocolate malt milkshake ice cream and cookie-covered fudge truffles will transport every sweet tooth to another dimension. The rich, crunchy truffles are the perfect addition and will leave ice cream lovers digging for more.
Best Bites: Snyder's Parmesan Garlic Pretzel Pieces
Best Bites: Snyder's Parmesan Garlic Pretzel Pieces Snyder’s is back with another delicious flavor of crunchy pretzel pieces. And this time, they’re packing a punch. The bold Parmesan and garlic flavor is more than enough to keep you coming back for more. There’s so much flavor packed on these bite-sized pieces that you’ll be licking your chops — and your fingers. Keep some mints nearby, though, because these pretzel pieces will leave an aftertaste that lasts all day.
Cycle Showcase STL celebrates art and history of motorcycling from around the world
Cycle Showcase STL celebrates art and history of motorcycling from around the world 1 of 3 The sixth annual Cycle Showcase STL returns to the Pageant. The sixth annual Cycle Showcase STL returns to the Pageant. The sixth annual Cycle Showcase STL returns to the Pageant. Randall Noldge’s love for motorcycles runs deep. When he was just 8 years old, his Uncle Steve would belt and strap him down so they could ride down to southern Missouri together.
Best Bites: Snyder’s Parmesan Garlic Pretzel Pieces
Snyder’s is back with another delicious flavor of crunchy pretzel pieces. And this time, they’re packing a punch. The bold Parmesan and garlic flavor is more than enough to keep you coming back for more. There’s so much flavor packed on these bite-sized pieces that you’ll be licking your chops — and your fingers. Keep some mints nearby, though, because these pretzel pieces will leave an aftertaste that lasts all day.
Best Bites: Snyder's Parmesan Garlic Pretzel Pieces
Best Bites: Snyder's Parmesan Garlic Pretzel Pieces Snyder’s is back with another delicious flavor of crunchy pretzel pieces. And this time, they’re packing a punch. The bold Parmesan and garlic flavor is more than enough to keep you coming back for more. There’s so much flavor packed on these bite-sized pieces that you’ll be licking your chops — and your fingers. Keep some mints nearby, though, because these pretzel pieces will leave an aftertaste that lasts all day.
St. Louis area pet shelters cut back on visitors but see uptick in fostering
St. Louis area pet shelters cut back on visitors but see uptick in fostering 1 of 2 Brandyn Patel, left, Dakota Blank, 8, and her father Michael Blank of Chesterfield have a look at their new cat named Tamzin in the cat visiting room at the Humane Society of Missouri on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. The animal shelter is cutting adoption fees to make room for more animals.
St. Louis area pet shelters cut back but see uptick in fostering
St. Louis area pet shelters cut back but see uptick in fostering 1 of 2 Brandyn Patel, left, Dakota Blank, 8, and her father Michael Blank of Chesterfield have a look at their new cat named Tamzin in the cat visiting room at the Humane Society of Missouri on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. The animal shelter is cutting adoption fees to make room for more animals.
Best Bites: Crystal Farms Cheese Wraps
Best Bites: Crystal Farms Cheese Wraps What separates a cheese “wrap” from a “slice” of cheese? Honestly, not much. Well maybe the shape. These are round, but they’re both thin cuts of dairy goodness separated by wax paper. The idea of wrapping your favorite ingredients in cheese instead of bread is great for carb-avoiders. A larger slice — er, wrap — of cheese, which totals just 110 calories, makes for easy wrapping.
St. Louis Hills renter makes major changes to her vintage apartment
St. Louis Hills renter makes major changes to her vintage apartment 1 of 10 Lilly Huxhold’s apartment was a blank space before she moved in. Now, it’s filled with a carefully curated selection of plants, knickknacks and books. She spends most of her time here, in her living room, where she has a record player and an Amazon Alexa connected to her hi-fi stereo system. Photo by Colter Peterson, cpeterson@post-dispatch.com. A shelf above her desk holds knickknacks collected by Huxhold.
'Art in Bloom' at St. Louis Art Museum draws international lineup for global collection
'Art in Bloom' at St. Louis Art Museum draws international lineup for global collection 1 of 3 "Diptych With Scenes of the Passion and Afterlife of Christ" was the inspiration for an "Art in Bloom" arrangement by Jessica Douglass, Carly Meyer and Sarah Trone of Flowers & Weeds in 2019. Ken Mahne of Petal Pushers STL sets up his "Art in Bloom" design Feb. 28, 2019, in Gallery 216 at the St. Louis Art Museum.
Best Bites: Frosted Honey Bunches of Oats
Best Bites: Frosted Honey Bunches of Oats Frosted Honey Bunches of Oats How can you make Honey Bunches of Oats any more delicious? By frosting them, of course. This sweet cereal ups the ante by adding five grams of sugar per serving. That’s 11 grams per cup, compared to the original flavor’s 6 grams. Competitor Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes comes in at 14 grams of sugar per cup.
Best Bets: Celebration Day, Diane Rehm, 2 Chainz, Michael Rapaport, 'Varsity Art XXIV'
Best Bets: Celebration Day, Diane Rehm, 2 Chainz, Michael Rapaport, 'Varsity Art XXIV' Our staff picks the best things to do this week — with a look ahead. FRIDAY Celebration Day: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin John Pessoni of El Monstero performs at the Pageant in St. Louis on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017.
Best Bites: Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Shake It Truffles Ice Cream
Best Bites: Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Shake It Truffles Ice Cream Ben & Jerry’s pulled out all the stops for this flavor. The combination of chocolate malt milkshake ice cream and cookie-covered fudge truffles will transport every sweet tooth to another dimension. The rich, crunchy truffles are the perfect addition and will leave ice cream lovers digging for more.
Inaugural Soundwave Comic Xpo puts 'geek culture' diversity in the spotlight
Inaugural Soundwave Comic Xpo puts 'geek culture' diversity in the spotlight 1 of 2 Michael B. Jordan (left) and Daniel Kaluuya in "Black Panther" DJ Nune (Lamar Harris) performs at the Shakespeare in the Streets 2015 production of "The World Begun." Lamar Harris and David Gorden only met in 2017, but the two St. Louis natives grew up with — and still share — a love of superheroes.
Best Bites: Planters Barbecue Nut Clusters
Planters Barbecue Nut Clusters (Planters/TNS) Planters Barbecue Nut Clusters (Planters/TNS) Planters/TNS/TNS Planters combines roasted peanuts, salty pretzels and tangy barbecue sauce in this unusual bite-sized treat. The thought of mixing nuts with barbecue sauce may leave some eaters questioning the combo, but Planters manages to mix these ingredients in a way that saves the sauce for a smoky aftertaste.
Where is the love? Find it at 7 St. Louis Valentine’s Day events
Where is the love? Find it at 7 St. Louis Valentine’s Day events Whether you want to take your special someone on a twilight riverboat cruise or you’re looking to run through the streets in your undies, the options are limitless for St. Louis lovebirds. With lots of kid-friendly events, including Feyza Eren’s “My Funny Valentine” and the St. Louis Art Museum’s “Hearts for Art” tour, the whole family can have fun this February.
Oscar-nominated 'St. Louis Superman' screens this weekend at local theaters
Oscar-nominated 'St. Louis Superman' screens this weekend at local theaters Bruce Franks Photo by Robert Cohen, Post-Dispatch Robert Cohen, Post-Dispatch After being nominated for an Academy Award, “St. Louis Superman” will soon be shown at a couple of local theaters. The 28-minute documentary tells the story of Bruce Franks Jr., a Ferguson activist battle rapper turned state representative who must navigate personal trauma and political obstacles to pass a critical bill for his community.
Missouri Botanical Garden Orchid Show starts Saturday
Missouri Botanical Garden Orchid Show starts Saturday Todd Simms, a horticulturist at the Missouri Botanical Garden, waters a group of orchids for the 2019 Orchid Show. Photo by Christian Gooden, cgooden@post-dispatch.com Christian Gooden, Post-Dispatch When 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily Saturday through March 22; 6-8 p.m. Feb.
Cycle Showcase STL celebrates art and history of motorcycling from around the world
Cycle Showcase STL celebrates art and history of motorcycling from around the world 1 of 3 The sixth annual Cycle Showcase STL returns to the Pageant. The sixth annual Cycle Showcase STL returns to the Pageant. The sixth annual Cycle Showcase STL returns to the Pageant. Randall Noldge’s love for motorcycles runs deep. When he was just 8 years old, his Uncle Steve would belt and strap him down so they could ride down to southern Missouri together.
Webster remembers Peter Sargent - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | December 13th, 2019 “Peter left a legacy, a precious gift we must preserve, nurture and grow,” President Julian Schuster said. “He defined art at Webster: flamboyant yet very modest, jovial, yet perceptive and thoughtful, and most importantly, kind and warm – a friend indeed.” Senior stage management major Gabby Galvan remembers Peter Sargent always attended technical rehearsal to give students feedback before the opening of a Webster University Conservatory of Theatre Arts show.
County consolidates Webster into single voting precinct - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | December 2nd, 2019 The change came after years of Webster students voting in multiple precincts. In 2018, the Office of Student Engagement successfully petitioned the St. Louis County Board of Elections to open a temporary polling station on campus. After years of three precincts covering Webster’s home campus, the St. Louis County Board of Elections implemented a measure to unify students living in on-campus housing under one voting precinct.
Cabaret Settles Into New Home At Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge
“Cabaret royalty” has a new home in St. Louis. After being open less than a month, Jim Dolan, longtime proponent of cabaret in St. Louis, has brought local and national legends to the stage at his new venue, Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge, located at 364 N. Boyle Ave. in the Central West End. On his third opening weekend, Dolan invited chanteuse KT Sullivan to perform her show, “Barbara Cook’s Triumphant Life in Cabaret,” on Nov. 17.
Communications Career Week kicks off in Sverdrup - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | November 14th, 2019 From entertainment and talent acquisition to surgery video editing, communications graduates have a diverse range of job prospects. A panel discussion led by six guest speakers in varying fields, titled “Hidden Careers,” kicked off Communications Career Week 2019. Students were able to ask panelists questions throughout the event. Additionally, real world experience was available to students interested in live television production.
Author, actress Perri Gaffney performs excerpt from one-person play - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | November 14th, 2019 “So many people tell me, ‘This was my grandmother,’ ‘This was my godmother,’ ‘Was this the story of my…’” Gaffney said, before trailing off. Actress and author Perri Gaffney came to Webster on Monday, Nov. 4 to present her book and play, “The Resurrection of Alice.” Gaffney currently appears in “The Lifespan of a Fact” at the St. Louis Repertory Theatre.
Transgender actress Dominique Jackson shares struggle to find acceptance - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | October 30th, 2019 “I was so determined to prove I wasn’t this abomination everybody said I was,” Jackson said at the Oct. 17 fall headliners event. Actress Dominique Jackson, a transgender activist, became well-known in the New York ballroom scene in the 1990s. From fleeing persecution as a transgender woman in her home country of Trinidad and Tobago to starring in television hits, Dominique Jackson has seen it all.
Art gallery seeks answer to Who Is God?
“A Moment of Light” by Ann Croghan, currently on display at Gretchen Brigham Gallery, shows Croghan’s interpretation of Jesus. photo courtesy Gretchen Brigham Gallery After months of preparation, the Union Avenue Christian Church (UACC) is exhibiting work from Missouri and Kansas artists who answered the millenia old question, “Who is God?” On Tuesday, Oct. 1, UACC hosted its inaugural opening day of the “Who is God?” art show. This year’s exhibit, titled “Light of the World,” will run until Dec.
Human Rights Conference inspires students to volunteer - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | October 23rd, 2019 Two Webster students, Neha Purswaney and Addi Rios began volunteering for Welcome Neighbor STL after professor Lindsey Kingston introduced them to the organization. On Wednesday Oct. 9, Professor Lindsey Kingston speaks at Webster’s annual Human Rights Conference. The 2019 conference covered issues faced by immigrants and featured discussions led by professors, anthropologists and volunteers.
Ghosts Of The Arch Grounds
Richard Fefferman, U.S. park ranger, is backlit by the St. Louis Gateway Arch as he tells stories of those who lost their lives on the Arch grounds. Fefferman’s tale was part of a combined storytelling and stargazing event called “Gateway to the Stars,” an annual series of programs now in its 10th year. U.S. Park Ranger Richard Fefferman shared his knowledge of the Gateway Arch National Park’s spooky past on Saturday, Oct.
SGA plans resurfacing of sand volleyball courts
SGA President Sarah Hill said the area will be repurposed to provide a space for all students. After a year of preparations, the sand volleyball courts near the University Center will soon be resurfaced according to Student Government Association (SGA) members and Dean of Students John Buck. According to SGA President Sarah Hill, the plan to repurpose the court came after SGA members noticed a lack of student interest in the area. SGA began to devise a plan last fall.
Board of Trustees appoints Stroble chancellor, Schuster president - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | October 3rd, 2019 Chancellor Elizabeth Stroble said the changes in administration adhere to the 2015 “Strategic Plan,” “Global Impact for the Next Century.” On Thursday, Sept. 19, Board of Trustees Chair Robert Reeg informed Webster faculty and staff via email that former Provost Julian Schuster would act as president and former President Elizabeth Stroble would act as chancellor to the university. Chancellor Elizabeth Stroble speaks during an event at Webster.
Professor publishes book on LGBTQ+ relationships - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | September 19th, 2019 Webster adjunct professor Andrea Miller explores the relationships of gender and sexual minorities, that are not often researched, in a newly released book. In “Expanding the Rainbow: Exploring the Relationships of Bi+, Polyamorous, Kinky, Ace, Intersex and Trans People,” Miller and her coeditors said their book is one of the first collections of articles on queer relationships beyond cisgender gay and lesbian relationships.
'An immense feeling of loss' Webster alumnus loses family home to Hurricane Dorian - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | September 18th, 2019 Dominic Newton said the Category 5 hurricane left his parents stranded in a hotel without running water or electricity. Alumnus Dominic Newton’s father, Roland Newton, poses in front of his destroyed home in the Bahamas. Photo contributed by Dominic Newton. Three days passed before Webster alumnus Dominic Newton heard from his parents after Hurricane Dorian destroyed their family home in Freeport, the Bahamas. Newton said he feared the worst.
Webster Groves mayor questions state gun laws - Webster Journal
By Cole Sawyer | September 4th, 2019 “This afternoon, we could have someone walking down the streets of Webster Groves with an AK-47 over their shoulder, and there’s nothing you can do about that,” Welch said. When Missouri Gov. Mike Parsons released a statement saying he would not hold a special session of the state legislature to address gun violence, Webster Groves Mayor Gerry Welch knew she had to take things into her own hands.
Cinema St. Louis - What A Rush!
“As a young geek teenager, I thought, ‘this is magic. This is the greatest thing in the world. I want to do this.’”— Chris Clark, Cinema St. Louis artistic director. After 20 years as artistic director at Cinema St. Louis and a lifetime of film appreciation, Chris Clark has seen it all. Seriously. Overseeing five film festivals, Clark and his team are tasked with fishing out the blockbusters from thousands of submissions every year.
Pulitzer Prize Photographs At Missouri History Museum
Aug. 21, 2014 | St. Louis Post-Dispatch | Christian Gooden | Roses stretch more than 60 yards through the Canfield Green Apartments to the Michael Brown memorial as Theo Murphy and his brother Jordan Marshall light candles. The world’s largest collection of Pulitzer Prize winning photography opened at the Missouri History Museum on Saturday, Aug. 3.
Honoring Revolutionary War Veterans
The Sons of the American Revolution Missouri State Color Guard take part in a July 13 ceremony at Sappington Cemetery in Crestwood honoring Revolutionary War veterans John Long, John Sappington and Joseph Wells. The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently held a long overdue commemorative grave marking for Revolutionary War Patriots John Long, John Sappington, and Joseph Wells.
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