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Trial set for De Soto-area man accused of holding family hostage, killing dogs

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Trial set for De Soto-area man accused of holding family hostage, killing dogs

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Health Department releases food inspection reports for week of Sept. 13

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Health Department releases food inspection reports for week of Sept. 13

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Final senior photo contest of year asks readers for travel pictures

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Final senior photo contest of year asks readers for travel pictures

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De Soto Fall Festival draws smaller crowd due to high temperatures

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De Soto Fall Festival draws smaller crowd due to high temperatures

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Hillsboro approves sewer rate increase

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Hillsboro approves sewer rate increase

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12th annual Big River Run called a success

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12th annual Big River Run called a success

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Double header events set for Herculaneum

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Double header events set for Herculaneum

Sep 25, 2026

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Man taken to hospital following train accident in Eureka

Sep 25, 2026

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Music festival to pack 10 bands into one day at city park

Sep 24, 2026

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About 15,000 brave high temperatures for Arnold Days

Sep 24, 2026

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Health Department releases food inspection reports for week of Sept. 13

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Health Department releases food inspection reports for week of Sept. 13

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During the week of Sept. 13, the Jefferson County Health Department inspected 46 food establ…

Pacific businesses may have been exposed to measles, officials say

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Pacific businesses may have been exposed to measles, officials say

By Abby Stetina
Sep 22, 2026

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reported Monday that eight St. Louis a…

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Accidents

Man taken to hospital following train accident in Eureka

Accidents

Man taken to hospital following train accident in Eureka

Sep 25, 2026

Two Festus residents die in gyrocopter crash

Sep 24, 2026

UPDATED: House Springs teen dies in crash near Byrnes Mill

Sep 24, 2026

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Trial set for De Soto-area man accused of holding family hostage, killing dogs

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Trial set for De Soto-area man accused of holding family hostage, killing dogs

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Sheriff’s Office has investigated eight homicides since July

Sep 23, 2026

Two men allegedly stole items from Arnold-area flooring company

Sep 20, 2026

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Readers can now nominate favorites for Best of Eureka Contest

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Readers can now nominate favorites for Best of Eureka Contest

Sep 10, 2026

Online women’s boutique expands to storefront in De Soto

Aug 31, 2026

Spire volunteers spruce up Scout camp

Aug 30, 2026

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Local Events

Double header events set for Herculaneum

Double header events set for Herculaneum

Sep 25, 2026

Music festival to pack 10 bands into one day at city park

Music festival to pack 10 bands into one day at city park

Sep 24, 2026

Calendar of Events Sept. 24-Oct. 1

Calendar of Events Sept. 24-Oct. 1

Sep 24, 2026

Band numbers, program visibility growing across C-6

Band numbers, program visibility growing across C-6

Sep 22, 2026

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Obituaries

Sandra Lee Thurman, 86, Festus

Sandra Lee Thurman, 86, Festus

Sep 25, 2026

Arabella Isla Cowan, 11 months, Panama City, Fla.

Arabella Isla Cowan, 11 months, Panama City, Fla.

Sep 25, 2026

Patricia L. ‘Pat’ (Tessereau) Wright, 91, St. Louis County

Patricia L. ‘Pat’ (Tessereau) Wright, 91, St. Louis County

Sep 25, 2026

Wilbur R. ‘Sonny’ Rose Jr., 89, De Soto

Wilbur R. ‘Sonny’ Rose Jr., 89, De Soto

Sep 25, 2026

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Guts, humor fueled extraordinary life

Guts, humor fueled extraordinary life

Aug 14, 2026

Dick Cook, Crystal City sports legend, dies at 87

Dick Cook, Crystal City sports legend, dies at 87

Aug 13, 2026

Vietnam vet, teacher, special friend ...‘he just made other people better’

Vietnam vet, teacher, special friend ...‘he just made other people better’

Jul 27, 2026

Former Jefferson County lawyer, judge dies

Former Jefferson County lawyer, judge dies

Jul 10, 2026

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OUTDOORS: Drought, heat spike hemorrhagic disease in deer

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OUTDOORS: Drought, heat spike hemorrhagic disease in deer

Sep 25, 2026

EUREKA SPORTS UPDATE: Softball win streak ends in Troy; spikers sweep sets in Cottleville

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EUREKA SPORTS UPDATE: Softball win streak ends in Troy; spikers sweep sets in Cottleville

Sep 24, 2026

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Athlete of the Week (Sept. 22, 2026) Rose Nicholls, Northwest cross country

Sep 22, 2026

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OUTDOORS: Deer hunting changes respond to public opinion

Sep 18, 2026

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St. Pius opens new stadium with blowout victory

Sep 17, 2026

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OUTDOORS: Drought, heat spike hemorrhagic disease in deer

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OUTDOORS: Drought, heat spike hemorrhagic disease in deer

Sep 25, 2026

OUTDOORS: Deer hunting changes respond to public opinion

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OUTDOORS: Deer hunting changes respond to public opinion

Sep 18, 2026

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OUTDOORS: Hunter education classes will fill quickly as fall arrives

Aug 28, 2026

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Leadwood sewage plant pollutes Big River, DNR says

Aug 25, 2026

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OUTDOORS: Dove season is first for fall hunting opportunities

Aug 21, 2026

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My Leader Yummy: Loaded Seafood Chowder and Butterscotch Crunchies

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My Leader Yummy: Loaded Seafood Chowder and Butterscotch Crunchies

Sep 19, 2026

My Leader Yummy: Chicken Pacifica and Berry Jello Salad

Sep 12, 2026

My Leader Yummy: Corned Beef and Veggies and Baked Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Sep 5, 2026

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Trivia Two Ways: TV Lawyer Characters

Sep 23, 2026

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Sep 16, 2026

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Sep 9, 2026

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Pet Spot: Polly has no cares, owner said

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Pet Spot: Polly has no cares, owner said

Sep 20, 2026

Pet Spot: Goldendoodle Dallas enjoys his stuffed toys

Sep 13, 2026

Pet Spot: Tucker good companion for granddaughter

Sep 6, 2026

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11th annual BackStoppers BBQ

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11th annual BackStoppers BBQ

Sep 23, 2026

35th annual De Soto Fall Festival

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35th annual De Soto Fall Festival

Sep 23, 2026

12th annual Big River Run

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12th annual Big River Run

Sep 23, 2026

Arnold Days Parade 2026

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Arnold Days Parade 2026

Sep 23, 2026

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A&M Urban Renewal

+1(314)307-7653

Aaron Masonry & Exterior Service

+1(314)730-5376

Aberdeen Golf Club

4111 Crescent Rd, Eureka, MO 63025

+1(636)938-5465

Acid Piping Technology

2890 Arnold Tenbrook Rd, Arnold, MO 63010

+1(636)296-4668

American Family Insurance

1830 Rock Rd, De Soto, MO 63020

+1(636)586-2111

American Staffing

11424 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

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National Coffee Day: Where to Find Free Coffee and Deals on Sept. 29

National Coffee Day: Where to Find Free Coffee and Deals on Sept. 29

August orders for big-ticket goods made in U.S. beat expectations

August orders for big-ticket goods made in U.S. beat expectations

In ‘NAZA,’ Israeli whistleblowers’ revelations about civilian deaths in Gaza reflect a longer history of Palestinian isolation

In ‘NAZA,’ Israeli whistleblowers’ revelations about civilian deaths in Gaza reflect a longer history of Palestinian isolation

Up to $304B lost to tax fraud, no IRS antifraud strategy

Up to $304B lost to tax fraud, no IRS antifraud strategy

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How much is the NFL worth? Inside America's most valuable sports league

How much is the NFL worth? Inside America's most valuable sports league

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Hands-Only CPR Can Save Someone You Love

May 29, 2020

Next COVID-19 Challenge: Reduce Employer Rx Costs, Enhance Patient Access

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Next COVID-19 Challenge: Reduce Employer Rx Costs, Enhance Patient Access

May 28, 2020

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Make a Commitment to More Family Meals

May 27, 2020