New Buffalo settles into a slower rhythm as summer fades into fall. During the warmer months, this popular lakeside town bustles with energy: the beaches are packed with families and sunbathers, the restaurants spill onto outdoor patios,… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Every year, I buy a bag of fun-size Twix in mid-October with the intention of getting ahead of the Halloween candy shopping game, only to find it completely empty well in advance of the holiday. They’ve been my favorite candy since I was a… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
The stakes are high for Wednesday’s U.S. Open Cup final, featuring St. Louis CITY SC and the Columbus Crew in Columbus, Ohio. It marks CITY’s first final, the club’s first real opportunity at silverware, and a chance to jumpstart a new era… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
For some, the idea of a night at the opera still conjures thoughts of gloves and glasses, of powerful German choruses and soaring arias in Italian. Those elements are all well and good—they often make for a beautiful evening. But they are… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
MATI, the festival and conference formerly known as Music at the Intersection, is coming back for its seventh year and rolling out new approaches to make the festival more accessible to the community than ever. Today, MATI announced that… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
In a fit of nervous hunger, food columnist Daniel Neman tried a chicken & waffle-flavored Oreo. To his astonishment, he liked it.His mother always told him “You’ll never know what you’ll like unless you try it.” Your mother probably told… · Food & Drink at St. Louis Post-Dispatch ↗
By Daniel Neman St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Food & Drink
Music at the Intersection in the Grand Center Arts District is also expanding in 2027 to include events at the Sheldon and Powell Hall. · Music at St. Louis Post-Dispatch ↗
A shot of espresso, then whiskey on the rocks: That’s how St. Louis saxophonist Jawwaad Spann describes the musical journey he’s planning for his Oct. 24 show at the Dark Room. · Music at St. Louis Post-Dispatch ↗
Jasmine Osby St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Music
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Dennis Hancock knows he’s the underdog. St. Louis County hasn’t elected a Republican county executive since Gene McNary, last elected in 1986. Hancock is also at a serious cash disadvantage; his Democratic rival, Jake Zimmerman, has raised… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
A neighborhood dispute that turned ugly on a quiet street in Affton led to a Public Works employee being threatened with a gun last week. William O. Luton, 56, is in St. Louis County Jail after allegedly threatening the county employee… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Recognize this St. Louis art? Put a pin on the map based on where you think the photograph above was taken; the closer you are, the more points you earn. Enter your email to begin, and click “lock in my guess” once you’re ready to see the… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
The troubled Senate Square complex in Benton Park will have to wait a little longer before it’s auctioned off. On Monday, a trio of interested buyers, all based in the St. Louis area, arrived to news that the auction had been postponed a… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Andrew W. Hahn’s new book, Mapping Missouri, is a sequel to Mapping St. Louis, which he wrote for Reedy Press and debuted two years ago. The first book told the history of the Gateway City in 40 maps. In this new book, Hahn set out with a… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
At Mess Hall, the UK-style pub food counter at 2nd Shift Brewing (1601 Sublette), chef John Messbarger has developed a following for his hearty comfort fare. Chili is one of his most popular offerings, especially as the weather cools, and… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Missouri’s wine country slips into a quieter rhythm in November. The vines are bare, the air is crisp, and the crowds have thinned. Yet the region’s makers are still at work, wrapping up the season and preparing winter releases. In this… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Most people need to learn how personal injury law works at the worst time: after an injury. An accident or serious injury can quickly fill someone’s days with medical appointments, missed work, insurance calls, and mounting financial… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
For seven days in November, downtown St. Louis becomes an invitation to pull up a chair, try somewhere new, and rediscover the restaurants that help give the heart of the city its unique flavor and personality. Downtown Restaurant Week… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Put your emoji-decoding skills to the test with Lou’s Clues—the weekly family puzzle game inspired by all things STL! Each puzzle challenges kids and grown-ups to work together to crack the clue. Whether you solve it in seconds or laugh… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
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Big news is coming today for two out-of-state landlords with significant St. Louis holdings. Troubled Benton Park property Senate Square is up for auction on the courthouse steps. Today is also the deadline St. Louis County set for the… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
In the depths of the pandemic Audrey and Ryan Brown remember feeling the weight of a future that seemed like it was only becoming more uncertain. Like many families, the couple was worried about whether opportunities would be available for… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Sting 3.0 equals a 10.0-plus in concert. The iconic, Grammy-winning Renaissance man brought the North American leg of his 3.0 tour to Stifel Theatre in downtown St. Louis on Saturday night. And what a night it was. The evening was nearly… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Sting performed 21 songs featuring hit records and fan favorites from his solo catalog and years as the frontman of The Police. · Music at St. Louis Post-Dispatch ↗
For parents who grew up watching Little Bear or Franklin, today’s children’s television can feel like a whole different world. Between the rapid scene changes, bright graphics, and nonstop noise, finding something a little calmer for young… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
The shadow cast troupe has been jumping to the left and stepping to the right for almost 10 years, and audiences can’t get enough of the fun. · Art & Theater at St. Louis Post-Dispatch ↗
By Daniel Neman St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Art & Theater
The 1963 film involved Alfred Hitchcock throwing live birds at Tippi Hedren. Fortunately, Albion Theatre is taking a different approach. · Art & Theater at St. Louis Post-Dispatch ↗
Rosalind Early St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Art & Theater
How closely do you follow St. Louis news? We’re testing your knowledge of the stories we covered this week in the St. Louis Daily newsletter—the good, the bad, and the goofy. Submit your name at the end for a chance to be featured in The… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
For decades, the reward for climbing the Compton Hill Water Tower’s 198 steps was one of the best views in St. Louis. Standing at a high point near the corner of Grand and Russell, the 179-foot Romanesque tower offered visitors sweeping… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
The answer is an unemphatic yes, provided there are clear boundaries. After a shift spent taking care of other people, there’s nothing inherently wrong with sitting down and letting someone take care of you. A drink and a little… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
St. Louis knows a thing or two about fashion. After all, the city is credited with giving the world the first cocktail dress. But as sewing skills stopped being passed down at home and home economics classes disappeared from schools, the… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Tora Asian House (16 N. Central) in Clayton opened October 2. The new restaurant features Pan-Asian cuisine, with a focus on homemade noodles, entrées, bubble tea, and more from local restaurateurs with decades of industry… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
As a mom of four, Olivia Walton knows the challenge of finding an indoor play space that keeps everyone happy. What works for a toddler isn’t always exciting for an elementary schooler, and what keeps the big kids entertained isn’t… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
It hasn’t always been an easy road for St. Louis indie rockers Yuppy, but now they’re ready to share their first full-length release, Congratulations, and they have a barnburner of a release show in store at The Golden Record on October… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Moonstone Theatre Company Producing Artistic Director Sharon Hunter didn’t intend to take 2025 off. But the theater’s longtime home at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center’s Strauss Black Box Theatre was unavailable following the company’s… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
The tagline for The Little Bake Room (511 W. Jewel) is simple: Yes, it’s a house. Yes, you’re invited. Rachel Martin’s small-batch bakery operates out of her home in Kirkwood. Every weekend, Martin welcomes more than just neighbors to the… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Let’s see how well you know St. Louis. Put a pin on the map based on where you think the photograph above was taken; the closer you are, the more points you get. Submit your scores with your name and email to the leaderboard for a chance… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
What started in a South City home kitchen has quickly grown into a full-time venture for Alex Earl and Andrea Burkhart. Since launching their Japanese micro-bakery, Hokori, in July, the couple have attracted a steady stream of online… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
On Tuesday, the City of St. Louis filed lawsuits seeking foreclosure on 173 properties with significant taxes. Three-quarters of those properties are owned by the same entity, a name that should come as no surprise: Paul McKee’s Northside… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
One in an occasional series of irreverent reviews designed to help people navigate St. Louis in all its quirky glory. I don’t believe in ghosts, but also, I definitely saw a ghost on multiple occasions in an apartment that I once lived in.… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Not everyone thought it was a good idea when Cinema St. Louis bought the historic Hi-Pointe Theatre. It was 2023, and the world was just stumbling out of a global pandemic. Some pundits weren’t sure people would ever return to crowded… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Let’s see how well you know Clayton. Put a pin on the map based on where you think the photograph above was taken; the closer you are, the more points you earn. Enter your email to begin, and click “lock in my guess” once you’re ready to… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
On October 8, 2026, families gathered at the St. Louis County Library’s Prairie Commons Branch for St. Louis Magazine’s Kids Book Club, presented by PNC and The Clark Family and hosted by St. Louis County Library. The monthly series brings… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Traveling with kids is a whole different adventure. There are strollers to pack, naps to plan around, enough snacks to feed a small army, and the occasional airport meltdown. But St. Louis mom Amanda Reyna believes having little ones along… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Ever wondered what it would look like to be abducted by aliens? Or have your head appear inside a fortune teller’s crystal ball? This Halloween, families can experience both without leaving St. Louis. Museum of Illusions St. Louis (3730… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
When the Saint Louis Art Museum first presented a major Impressionism exhibition in 1934, it was dedicated to the oils and pastels of Mary Cassatt. A little more than 90 years later, Cassatt is back in the galleries, this time joined by… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Three years ago, Julie Abner jumped at the chance to collaborate with a couple who dreamed of building their forever home. The wife, remembering the terrazzo floors in the Tudor home she grew up in, is drawn to classic architecture with… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Marie-Ange Nguci will perform Mozart’s effervescent Piano Concerto No. 21. The program also includes U.S. premiere of Ulo Krigul’s “Proteus Pulse” and Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 3. · Music at St. Louis Post-Dispatch ↗
By Daniel Neman St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Music
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Four St. Louisans are among the six recipients of the Missouri Foundation for Health’s Spark Prize this year, an award the foundation launched last year to recognize and invest in locals leading innovative work to improve health and well… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Local to LadueSet on more than three acres, the residence combines organic architecture, exceptional craftsmanship and resort-like living. Midcentury LuxuryThe home has been completely gutted and reimagined, and a wall of split-faced… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Last fall, as they trained for a half-marathon, friends Mirka Estrada and Asia Monet Hayes would regularly discuss their shared love for Spanish language literature. Although the pair had learned Spanish through different means, they… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
When it comes to hiring many of the top city employees in St. Louis, the rules of the road were written 85 years ago. Yesterday, city leaders said they’re ready for a rewrite. At a press conference Tuesday morning, Mayor Cara Spencer,… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
One of Downtown Chesterfield’s first residential projects is pivoting to a new concept. A planned neighborhood from developer TriStar Properties is moving forward with 87 for-sale villas and townhomes instead of the 105 rental units… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗
Let’s see how well you know Chesterfield. Put a pin on the map based on where you think the photograph above was taken; the closer you are, the more points you earn. Enter your email to begin, and click “lock in my guess” once you’re ready… · at St. Louis Magazine ↗