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Bonnie Blue Pregnant? OnlyFans Superstar Sophie Rain Raises an Eyebrow at Viral Adult Entertainer’s Announcement
So Bonnie Blue says she’s pregnant. My pearls are unclutched, but my eyebrows are right up near my hairline, because haven’t heard this song before? This isn’t the first time Blue’s rocked the internet with pregnancy claims, but it is the first time she’s tried to produce receipts confirming it’s real.
Wisconsin Gone Wild: Lake Winnebago Opened Their First Legal Bar on the Ice for Sturgeon Season
Wisconsin, we see you getting wild over there, are you ok? And more importantly… why didn’t I get an invite? Lake Winnebago decided that sturgeon spearing season needed a little more spice— without putting the ice at risk, obviously. For the first time ever, there was a full-service cocktail bar on a very frozen Lake Winnebago. For any legal eagles thinking there’s something amiss, this was a legal bar on ice.
Israel Celebrates Olympic Attempt: They Didn’t Win, but They Did Indeed Slide
Israel made hard tryers everywhere proud (probably) by simply showing up to race in a sport they’ve never competed in before. Did they come in last? Well, yeah. But they did it, and they’re pretty damn proud of themselves. In case you weren’t glued to your screen for that particular race, here’s what happened. Israel fielded their first ever Olympic bobsled team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in the two-man bobsled event. They finished dead last after two runs.
Missouri University of Science and Technology graduates are top earners
A Missouri school is in the top 10 U.S. colleges that improve their graduates' financial futures, according to a Wall Street Journal ranking. Missouri University of Science and Technology was ranked ninth on the Wall Street Journal's list of Colleges for Best Salaries, behind other big names like the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University and Princeton University. The list was calculated using just two factors: Affordability and return on investment.
These St. Louis pools welcome dogs for an end-of-season swim
After a long, hard summer of chasing bunnies and barking at doorbells, your dog deserves some pool time. Many St. Louis area pools open up their waters to our four-legged friends to mark the end of the season after Labor Day. If your dog likes your back yard hose, just wait until you see them flip out over how much fun they can have at a neighborhood pool. For most of these spots, you will need to show proof of your pup’s current vaccinations to get in.
MoDOT to start Hall Street construction south of Riverview
Starting 8 a.m. Monday, Hall Street between Riverview Boulevard and Carrie Avenue will have lane closures for the next year. Missouri Department of Transportation crews will close a lane of roadway, and both northbound and southbound traffic will move to the existing southbound lanes. The project is expected to be completed at the end of next summer, by which time Hall Street will have one lane in each direction separated by a concrete median.
Carondelet Boulevard under Interstate 55 closed starting June 19
The Missouri Department of Transportation will be closing Carondelet Boulevard under Interstate 55 starting at 8:30 a.m. on June 19. The road will be closed 24 hours a day for a week so crews can place deck panels on the southbound I-55 bridge over Carondelet. The ramp from Carondelet to southbound I-55 will remain open. At I-55, the name of Carondelet changes to River City Boulevard.
The 'Bad Dad Joke House' brings laughter to St. Louis
Tim and Rebecca Kalhorn didn’t quite know what they were getting themselves into when they declared their house the “Bad Dad Joke House” in 2020. It was the very beginning of the pandemic and countless Americans were stuck at home while scared and unsure what would come next. Suddenly separated from friends and family, many people comforted themselves and reached out to their community by decorating their houses and yards.
Ramp to northbound US Route 67 from southbound Interstate 55 will close June 1
The Missouri Department of Transportation will be closing the southbound Interstate 55 ramp to northbound US Route 67 this Saturday, June 1 at 8 p.m. as part of the Jefferson County I-55 Corridor upgrades project. In addition to being closed overnight on Saturday, the ramp will also be closed again on Monday, June 3 from 8 p.m. until the next morning at 6 a.m.
Tracking local cicadas and their sounds
It's been a tough week to be in journalism in St. Louis, but we're committed to bringing you all of the news that you need to know and a dash of the news that you want to know, too. Today in the Morning Post you can find out why some areas are crawling with cicadas but others seem to be mostly cicada-free. Interestingly, cicadas like to hang out at the former site of Pruitt-Igoe and they prefer Benton Park over Soulard.
Ramp to southbound I-55, westbound I-44 will close June 4
MoDOT has announced that the ramp from 7th/Park to southbound I-55 and westbound I-44 will close on Tuesday, June 4 and 9 a.m, weather permitting. This will be a long-term closure, with crews working around-the-clock for three weeks on the curbing, drainage and guardrail as part of the Interstate 55 Bridge Rehabilitation project.
Contributions to KDHX plummeted last year
Today in the Morning Post, we have the latest information about KDHX's financial situation, a detailed collection of food reviews from Busch Stadium and a story about how "kidfluencers" in Missouri might soon have some legal protection. According to KDHX’s 990 tax filing, the embattled community radio station’s revenue declined and contributions fell sharply last year after a spate of controversial firings and resignations.
How Missouri shapes up against new federal nursing home law
We're buzzing like the bees outside your window, and it's not because we drank too much caffeine. There's so much happening today so we'll shut up and let the news do the talking. The Biden administration announced yesterday that sets minimum staffing levels for nursing homes receiving Medicare or Medicaid dollars. The rule tracks staff-to-resident ratios, and would also require facilities to have a registered nurse on site 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The rule is not taking place immediately.
Pediatric diabetes mobile unit helps struggling St. Louis-area families
Happy Earth Day! We're all on this giant floating rock together, and here you are, peering into your email inbox and starting your day with us. Thanks, fellow Earthling. One of the few things in this world that can't be recycled is the news, so let's jump right in! The first pediatric diabetes mobile unit in the country is helping St. Louis-area families in big ways. St. Louis Children's Hospital opened the mobile unit nearly a year ago.
$1 million contract buyout for Wentzville school leader met with mixed reaction
Getting paid to not go to work is the dream for most people (TGIF, right?), but former Wentzville schools superintendent Danielle Tormala said she has "mixed emotions" on the subject. Dig into that story, see what St. Louisan Nikki Glaser has to say about performing at a top-tier local venue and check out all of the fun events you could go to this week in this edition of the Morning Post.
Wentzville's robotics team is going for the gold
Today in the Morning Post, you can dig into a cool story about how Wentzville's fantastic robotics team could end up winning a major competition, get a heads up on some potentially wild weather and find out where to score what has to be the absolute biggest slice of pizza in St. Louis. They're called the Rachet Rockers and they're in it to win it.
Farewell, Cardinals legend Whitey Herzog
Today we're celebrating the life of Whitey Herzog and taking a look at some other big topics of the day. (Does it get any bigger than the WNBA lately?) One of the most innovative managers in Major League Baseball history has left us … but he’s also left us with an amazing legacy. We’ve gone deep on Herzog’s life and how he changed St. Louis baseball forever. How many managers have had a style of play named after them? Very few besides New Athens, Illinois native Whitey Herzog.
Severe storms possible in the St. Louis area today (again)
It's going to be stormy today (in more than one way) so make sure to stick close to us to catch all of the latest predictions and see the newest coverage. Things can change quickly out there and we aim to get you the news that you need. See the latest on the weather and check in on some other big stories in today's Morning Post.
Guide to live music venues in St. Louis
From massive stadiums to intimate singer-songwriter spots, the St. Louis area has a wide range of great venues hosting live music. Whether you prefer an underground D.I.Y. space or somewhere you can be rocked by pyrotechnics (legally), this collection of beloved local music venues has you covered. Dig in to our guide below to find out important details like which venues have the best food options, which venues have the lowest cover charges or which venues provide safe and accessible restrooms.
Pete Davidson Is Bringing His B.D.E. to the Pageant
Your Staten Island boyfriend is coming to St. Louis to put on a stand-up comedy show at the Pageant (6161 Delmar Boulevard, thepageant.com) on December 4. Known for being one of the youngest ever cast members on Saturday Night Live, Pete Davidson has also gained attention from his time boinking a Kardashian and being engaged to Ariana Grande. Davidson had recently been taking a break from the spotlight, but now he's back now and his comedy is in demand and hotter than ever.
Drink With a Real-Ass Bald Eagle at Earthbound Beer This Month
On Sunday, October 29, all of your dreams as an American can come true. Head to Earthbound Beer (2724 Cherokee Street, earthboundbeer.com) for the chance to drink some beer next to a real-ass bald eagle. Earthbound is known for its involvement with a variety of charities, but we're pretty sure that none of its events have included a 12-pound bird of prey previously. You can practically smell the patriotism.
Jason Momoa Might Soon Be at Your Local Grocery Store, St. Louis
Hollywood superstar (and mountain that some of us would love to climb) Jason Momoa might soon be at your area grocery store, St. Louis. See, the Aquaman actor is more than just a pretty face and a body that's muscular, hulking, burly, strong, powerful, trapping, rugged, meaty ... wait ... what were we talking about? Oh yeah, Momoa is also an entrepreneur and is the co-founder of Meili Vodka, a liquor brand with an eye on the environment.
Where to Get Free Narcan in the St. Louis Area
We all know someone who has been touched by the opioid crisis, but with help from the St. Louis County government (and the St. Louis County library system), we might be able to help save some lives that would otherwise be lost to overdose. St. Louis County has started a program to help get Naloxone (a.k.a Narcan) kits into the hands of residents so they can have the life-saving medication on hand.
GroveFest Returns This Weekend With Big Freedia and More
The last big party of the season happens this weekend, and it’s sure to be a rager. GroveFest goes down this Saturday, October 7, and the event starts at 3 p.m. but doesn’t end until close to midnight. This year’s edition celebrates 50 years of hip-hop and will feature world-class performances from Big Freedia, Bates & the Strangers and more, but there’s also plenty of other entertainment to be had off of the main stage.
Recently Fired KDHX DJs to Host a Music Marathon at the Royale This Saturday
It was initially booked as just a regular DJ night for KDHX DJs Rich Reese and bobEE Sweet, but now their gig this Saturday at the Royale (3132 South Kingshighway Boulevard, theroyale.com) is swiftly turning into an impromptu rally for the soul of KDHX. The local public radio station has seen nothing but turmoil lately, with management recently telling 13 volunteer DJs to take a hike and then even more DJs followed them out the door in solidarity.
Firebrand Recording Studio Is Hosting a Massive Moving Sale
After eighteen years in Maryland Heights, Firebrand Recording (11708 Lackland Industrial Drive, Maryland Heights; firebrandrecording.com) is moving to Brentwood, and that means that you can score some great deals. Frequently voted the Best Recording Studio in St. Louis, Firebrand is streamlining its stash of professional equipment in advance of the move.
The Route 66 UFO Festival Will Be Fun for All Beings
You know those super serious UFO-investigation conventions where believers pore over new footage of “unexplained anomalous phenomena” like it’s the Zapruder film? The Route 66 UFO Festival isn’t one of them. Instead, it’s the fun version of that, where everybody just celebrates the idea of friendly aliens and retro UFOs and has a good time.
9 Mile Garden Is Hosting a 'Witches Night Out' in October
Even witches need a little fun now and then, and 9 Mile Garden (9375 Gravois Road, Affton; 9milegarden.com) is happy to hook them up. Get dressed up in your best witch clothes and fly on your broom to 9 Mile Garden on Friday, October 13 to celebrate with all of your St. Louis sister-witches. In addition to hosting a costume contest (the best witch wins some “9 Mile Garden Bucks”), they’ll have a vendor market where you can buy all manner of witchy things like crystals and candles.
3 Can't-Miss Arts Events in St. Louis This Weekend, September 22 to 24
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Cherokee Street Jazz Crawl Returns in November
Cherokee Street is always hosting fun events, but the 11th Annual Cherokee Street Jazz Crawl will be something extra special. Running all day long on Saturday, November 4, the Jazz Crawl will feature dancers and musicians performing both inside and outside the many shops on Cherokee Street. The festive atmosphere encourages visitors to join in and dance down the street in a second line parade, too.
Roller Skate to Michael Jackson and Prince All Night This Friday
Nothing kills a good roller rink buzz like some bad music. One minute you're happy and dancing while you’re rolling along to the beat and then: What’s this song? Matchbox 20? Ugh, what a boner-killer. Time to head for the exits and take a break. Well, you won’t have to worry about that when G. Wiz is spinning.
Marc Maron Visits St. Louis and Falls in Love With Us, Basically
Marc Maron has a long history with St. Louis. The Los Angeles-based comedian has been touring comedy clubs for years, and he always makes time to stop in St. Louis and enjoy all that we have to offer. He also has a special relationship with our town because he’s had a long-time obsession with ice cream from Clementine’s Creamery. Clementine’s used to send Maron pints of its ice cream until he called it off out of fear of gaining weight.
Sugarwitch Sprinkles St. Louis With Sweet Treats
Sugarwitch features ice cream sandwiches and novelties such as waffle tacos. Ice cream novelties and drinks make up the sweet menu. Push-pops are available in flavors such as strawberry rhubarb pie, horchata and Thai tea. Each 'witch comes individually packaged and ready to eat. Housemade baked goods are also available.
Thy Presence Is Requested at the 25th Annual St. Louis Renaissance Festival
Lords and ladies, thy presence is hereby requested at the 25th Annual St. Louis Renaissance Festival, a whimsical celebration of all the fun and revelry for which the late Middle Ages are well-known. Pilot thy horse and carriage to the enchanted land of Wentzville, Missouri, to join the plebs and peasants in all manner of merriment. Verily, this event will contain all of the elements befitting a proper silver jubilee.
Corey Feldman Is Performing in St. Peters Next Weekend
You might know him as Edgar in The Lost Boys or Teddy in Stand by Me, but Corey Feldman’s true love isn’t acting — it’s music. Inspired by Michael Jackson (his longtime friend), the former child star has put decades into making music and bringing it to audiences across the country. He didn’t seem to have much luck catching attention from the public until a performance on the Today show in 2017 went viral for all the wrong reasons.
Cheap Trick to Play Benefit for Combat Veterans Near St. Louis
Here in St. Louis, we’re spoiled when it comes to Cheap Trick. The Rockford, Illinois, band seems to play in the area at least once or twice each summer and this year is no exception. Many locals know that they can catch Cheap Trick next month at the Gillioz Theatre in Springfield, Missouri, but the band is also playing a lesser-known event much closer to St. Louis next weekend in support of the Songs4Soldiers organization. Songs4Soldiers is a charity for combat veterans.
Video of Missouri Stray Goat Attack Goes Viral
People who don’t live in the Midwest might assume that Missourians know exactly what to do when confronted by an untamed animal. We’re thought of as corn-fed farm folk, but the fact is that most of us can’t even keep our houseplants alive, much less produce a thriving crop. We leave farming — and animal husbandry — to the experts. The average Missourian wouldn’t have any clue what to do when confronted with an aggressive stray goat. Case in point: this poor dude in Bolivar, Missouri.
'Drool at the Pool' to Celebrate the Dog Days of St. Louis Summer on Tuesday
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Becky Queen of Carpet’s Gowns and Shoes to be Sold This Weekend
When the most glamorous woman in all of St. Louis, Becky “Queen of Carpet” Rothman, passed earlier this year, we couldn’t help but wonder what would happen to all of her sequined gowns and fantastic footwear. Well, as it turns out, you can go buy pieces of her wardrobe this weekend, so you can keep a piece of the Queen (of Carpet) with you for all eternity.
Jay-Z Visited St. Louis' Pulitzer Arts Foundation
Beyoncé came to St. Louis this week, and the whole city has been flipping out over it. Not only did Mayor Tishaura Jones proclaim yesterday to be “Queen Bey Day,” but Beyoncé also gave thousands of people the best night of their lives last night when she performed at the Dome at America’s Center. (The fashions?
Dogs Can Ride the St. Louis Wheel for Free This Thursday
Local dogs can live their best lives this Thursday during "Dog Day" at the St. Louis Wheel (201 South 18th Street, thestlouiswheel.com). Puppers are usually not allowed to fly high in the sky on the Wheel (unless they're service dogs, of course). But this Thursday, August 24, your furry friend is invited to take a ride and pick out the next fire hydrant they'd like to pee on from the sky.
Skyview Drive-In Hosts Icon-a-Thon Film Festival This Weekend
The metro area’s best spot at which to watch a movie from the comfy environs of your car, Skyview Drive-In (5700 North Belt West, Belleville; 618-233-4400), is hosting the Icon-a-Thon Film Festival this weekend, and it looks like it’s going to be legendary. The retro drive-in double-screen theater in Belleville will be showing nothing but iconic films and cult classics throughout the weekend. On Friday, August 25, they’ll be showing The Blob, Night of the Living Dead, Airplane and more.
Kid Rock Was Caught Drinking Bud Light and We Can't Stop Laughing at Him Original
LOL. Last night Kid Rock was pictured drinking a Bud Light at a concert after he led an effort to cancel the company. It wasn’t long ago he shot up a case of Bud Light with an AR-15. https://t.co/HpQS6DHyri pic.twitter.com/fPW2rG64M7 — Sawyer Hackett (@SawyerHackett) August 18, 2023 Kid Rock joined a cancel culture crusade against Bud Light earlier this year when he flipped out over the beer brand partnering with trans activist and influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
21 St. Louis Malls and Stores That Are Gone But Not Forgotten
Shopping is always popular in St. Louis because this is the Midwest and we're bored. We also like to look our best just in case we happen to run into John Goodman at a restaurant. We've been thinking recently about all of the places we used to love to shop at that have disappeared from the local landscape. Some of these spots were St. Louis originals, some of them are chain stores that were particularly hot in our area, but all of them are missed dearly.
Arkadin Cinema Is Hosting 'ABBA Brunch' This Sunday
Mamma mia, it’s time for brunch again — and ABBA Brunch, how can we resist you? You read that right: This week brings an early afternoon foodstravaganza celebrating everyone’s favorite bell-bottom-clad Swedish supergroup to the Arkadin Cinema (5228 Gravois Avenue, 314-221-2173), and you’re invited. You know the entertainment will be top-notch, because they’ll be showing ABBA: The Movie and ABBA music videos on their movie screen throughout the proceedings.
Arkadin Cinema Is Hosting a Celebration of Paul Reubens
The entire world was crushed the other day to learn that Pee-wee Herman had gone up to the big Playhouse in the sky. An announcement on Paul Reubens' social media pages said the actor had been fighting cancer in secret for six years before his passing. Reubens kept that secret from the public, likely so he could make sure he kept us laughing until the very end.
John Goodman Spotted at Bill Gianino's Restaurant in Oakville
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Beatle Bob, St. Louis Dancing Legend, Has Died
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Brutal Heat Will Continue in St. Louis Through the Weekend
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