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A promotional graphic titled "Future Ready Leadership" featuring a grid of twelve diverse professionals' headshots on the left and a stylized title on the right.
Posted inThe Narrative Matters

Future Ready Leadership: The Key Skills for Success in 2026

by Pam McElvane, CEO, Publisher & Author, Promena Set The StandardFebruary 20, 2026March 22, 2026

Future-ready leadership is a necessity in 2026. Explore how adaptability, data fluency, and inclusion are reshaping leadership for success.

Posted inBusiness

Community Commerce: Essential Tips for Launching Your Local Business Successfully

by Samuel E. OrtizFebruary 20, 2026February 22, 2026

Opening a local business is a rewarding journey. Learn how to identify market gaps, leverage local resources, and build community connections.

Alt Text: St. Louis Public Schools accreditation downgraded to provisional status by Missouri State Board of Education.
Posted inCommunity News Networks

Education Summit Sparks Urgent Call to Reinvent SLPS

by Walter PritchardFebruary 20, 2026February 20, 2026

The education summit at Vashon High School emphasized the urgent need for investment and collaboration to revitalize SLPS and North St. Louis neighborhoods.

A grayscale artistic tribute to Ella Baker, featuring a detailed portrait on the right and a faded depiction of her speaking into a vintage microphone on the left, framed in ornate gold.
Posted inThe Narrative Matters

Black To The Future: Did You Know? Celebrating 28 African American Trailblazers – Day 20: Ella Baker – A Black Freedom Movement Trailblazer

by Dr. Frederick EcholsFebruary 20, 2026February 19, 2026

Learn about Ella Baker’s pivotal role in the Black Freedom Movement, highlighting her impactful advocacy for civil rights and social change.

Portrait of Dr. Keith Black, a pioneering neurosurgeon, recognized for his groundbreaking work in bypassing the blood-brain barrier to enhance drug delivery for aggressive brain tumors. The image features Dr. Black in formal attire, with a blue panel highlighting his name and achievements in neuro-oncology.
Posted inDISC Health

Historical Black Figures: The Hidden Healers: Dr. Keith Black: Revolutionizing Brain Tumor Treatment with Blood-Brain Barrier Breakthroughs

by David BeckfordFebruary 20, 2026February 19, 2026

Dr. Keith Black, a pioneering neurosurgeon, transformed brain tumor treatment by bypassing the blood-brain barrier, offering hope to patients with aggressive tumors.

Posted inNEWS

A subdivision struggles with the massive data center moving in next door

by Illan Ireland-Mississippi Free PressFebruary 19, 2026February 25, 2026

Canton Alderwoman Cynthia Allen expresses concerns about the impact of Amazon’s partially completed data center on her community and quality of life. Learn more about local reactions to this development.

Posted inCommunity News Networks

St. Louis’ Crime Chime: Donald Eugene Fields II: FBI Brings Down a Most Wanted Monster

by St. Louis Crime ChimeFebruary 19, 2026February 20, 2026

Donald Eugene Fields II, a notorious predator, was captured by the FBI, ending years of heinous crimes. St. Louis Crime Chime reports the story.

A woman relaxes in a cream-colored hammock with tassels, suspended between bamboo poles on a light patio. She gazes at a lush green tropical landscape with dense foliage and a distant figure walking on a path.
Posted inTrends

Top 2026 Glowcation Destinations

by David BeckfordFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Glowcations are the ultimate 2026 travel trend, blending wellness, beauty, and rejuvenation. Explore top destinations like Bali, Aruba, and Costa Rica.

A silhouetted truss bridge spanning a river during twilight, with a colorful gradient sky and reflections on the water.
Posted inCommunity News Networks

Metro East St. Louis News: City Council Delays, MLK Bridge Closure, and Public Safety in East St. Louis

by Samuel E. OrtizFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

East St. Louis faces community updates, including a City Council meeting cancellation, MLK Bridge closure, and ongoing public safety investigations.

A roadside accident involving a white minivan and a gray semi-trailer on a rural road, with visible damage to the minivan's front-right side.
Posted inCommunity News Networks

Metro East St. Louis News: Storm Warnings, Business Growth, and Edwardsville Truck Crash

by Ondrea P. SeoulFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Metro East braces for severe weather, while business retention bids and a tragic truck crash in Edwardsville shape this week’s headlines.

A blue and gray metro train with the number "1007" on its side, running on tracks next to a chain-link fence and trees.
Posted inCommunity News Networks

Metro East St. Louis News: Fatal Police Chase, Measles Warning, and Train Accident Shake Metro East

by Samuel E. OrtizFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Metro East faces public safety and health challenges this week, including a fatal police pursuit, a measles exposure warning, and a train accident.

Posted inDISC Health

Historical Black Figures: The Hidden Healers: Honoring Dr. Jewel Plummer Cobb’s Legacy in Oncology and Diversity

by Dr. Frederick EcholsFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Dr. Jewel Plummer Cobb revolutionized oncology with her research on cancer cell behavior and chemotherapy, while championing diversity in academic medicine.

Governor of Missouri Mike Kehoe with the Great Seal of Missouri in the background, symbolizing leadership and progress in 2025.
Posted inCommunity News Networks

This Week Now in St. Louis and Missouri: Governor Kehoe’s Education Bill, Cannabis Debates, and St. Louis Recovery

by David BeckfordFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Governor Kehoe signs a bipartisan education bill, hemp leaders push for cannabis deregulation, and St. Louis struggles with tornado recovery delays.

Posted inCommunity News Networks

This Week Now in St. Louis and Missouri: Educators Fight Vouchers, Radiation Program Returns, and KC Crime Trends

by Metalle TagnerFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Educators sue Missouri over private school vouchers, advocates celebrate radiation compensation revival, and Kansas City tackles crime and infrastructure.

Springfield historic district revitalized with tax credits
Posted inCommunity News Networks

This Week Now in St. Louis and Missouri: Historic Tax Credits, Sports and Weather Updates

by David BeckfordFebruary 19, 2026February 21, 2026

Springfield benefits from historic tax credits, St. Louis braces for storms, and Kansas City prepares for upcoming sporting events.

Stylized grayscale portrait of Dr. Patricia Bath in an ornate gold frame, showcasing her as a pioneering African American inventor and medical innovator.
Posted inBlack History

Black To The Future: Did You Know? Celebrating 28 African American Trailblazers – Day 19: Dr. Patricia Bath – Inventor and Medical Pioneer

by Dr. Frederick EcholsFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Dr. Patricia Bath, a trailblazing inventor and humanitarian, revolutionized ophthalmology with her Laserphaco Probe, restoring sight to thousands worldwide. As the first African American woman to receive a medical patent, her legacy continues to inspire future generations.

Posted inNEWS

‘Gaining back our identity’: Standing Rock Sioux Tribe looks to expand buffalo herd

by Gabrielle Nelson, Buffalo's FireFebruary 18, 2026February 19, 2026

The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is working to expand its buffalo herd, reinforcing cultural traditions, food sovereignty, and economic development across tribal lands in North Dakota and South Dakota.

WeCode KC students learning robotics and coding
Posted inCommunity News Networks

WeCode KC: Empowering Kansas City Youth Through Technology

by Pagee' SpeedeFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

WeCode KC is revolutionizing tech education for Kansas City youth, offering coding programs and workforce development to create future-ready professionals.

Posted inCommunity News Networks

Boeing Defense, Space & Security Headquarters Returns to St. Louis

by The Newsletter 05February 18, 2026February 19, 2026

Boeing has officially named its St. Louis site as the headquarters for its Defense, Space & Security business, reinforcing its commitment to the region’s 18,000+ employees across defense, commercial airplanes, and global services.

 Tabernacle Community Development Corporation empowering St. Louis communities
Posted inCommunity News Networks

Empowering St. Louis Communities with Tabernacle Community Development Corporation

by Metalle TagnerFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

Tabernacle Community Development Corporation (TCDC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating poverty and revitalizing St. Louis communities through innovative programs and partnerships.

Demolition of the Workhouse in St. Louis, March 2025."
Posted inCommunity News Networks

Close the Workhouse in St. Louis: The Power Of A Movement

by Pagee' SpeedeFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

From closure to demolition, the Workhouse in St. Louis marks the end of an era of systemic injustice.

Budweiser Clydesdales in their historic stables at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis.
Posted inThe Narrative Matters

Things To Do In St. Louis: The Anheuser-Busch Budweiser Brewery Experience: A Must-Visit in St. Louis

by Artemis IngramFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

The Anheuser-Busch Budweiser Brewery Experience in St. Louis offers guided tours, Clydesdale visits, beer tastings, and a rich history of brewing.

Kansas City skyline representing the city’s $2.5B budget for safer, stronger communities.
Posted inCommunity News Networks

City of KCMO Unveils $2.5B Budget: A Blueprint for Safer, Stronger Communities

by Ondrea P. SeoulFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

Kansas City’s $2.5B budget for FY 2026-27 focuses on public safety, infrastructure, and housing, aiming to create a safer, stronger community.

A diverse group attending a storm preparedness seminar in St. Louis, featuring a speaker and a weather radar projection.
Posted inCommunity News Networks

Preparing for the Next Severe Storm: Free Class by National Weather Service Meteorologists

by Metalle TagnerFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

The National Weather Service in St. Louis is hosting a free Storm Spotter Class on March 5, 2026, teaching residents how to identify and report severe weather.

MO HEROES CONNECT logo with Missouri Jobs Center branding
Posted inCommunity News Networks

MO HEROES CONNECT: Training & Support for Jobs for Veterans and Military Families

by Samuel E. OrtizFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

MO HEROES CONNECT provides veterans, military families, and spouses in St. Louis with training, supportive services, and career opportunities.

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