Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of March.
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🏘️ Community
On Saturday, the American Red Cross of Missouri opened shelters in St. Louis County, Union, Rolla, and Washington to help residents affected by Friday’s storms—offering overnight stays and hot meals.
The organization advises anyone in need to call 1-800-Red-Cross as it continues to update its list of available resources.
💼 Business
Local business leaders and companies saw several key changes this week—First Mid Bancshares honored Jeannie Gluntz with the 2024 Chairman’s Award, Armstrong Teasdale added Andrew Krueger to its Corporate Services group, the St. Louis Symphony appointed Scott Lanning as chief financial officer, and Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice brought on attorney Manni Jandernoa Watson. PBS named Leah Freeman as vice president and chief communications officer, MassageLuXe hired Trista Ruchty as manager of franchise development, and Duchesne High School named Kurt Schneider principal for the 2025—2026 school year.
🚨 Crime
North County Police Cooperative officers responded to a 911 call on Friday afternoon about a Regions Bank robbery in unincorporated St. Louis County—detaining 48-year-old Joseph Thomas only six minutes after the call; he now faces theft charges and holds a $150,000 cash-only bond.
🎓 Education
A storm on Friday damaged part of Parkway Central High School and snapped the power pole near its front sign—wind tore part of the roof off and damaged some computers in business classes.
The school district said classes will not be affected when students return after spring break.
🌲 Environment
A video sent to First Alert 4 shows a funnel cloud over West St. Louis County on Friday evening (recorded by Austin Blake around 9:13 p.m.) with lightning flashing in the background.
The storm is one of 19 reported across Missouri that reportedly caused 12 deaths.
🎉 Chesterfield Events
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GloRilla Concert
American rapper GloRilla, known for her hit singles, will perform live at The Factory in Chesterfield, Missouri.
Building Connections: The Power of S.O.S. Circles
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Jack White - No Name Tour
7-9 p.m. — The Factory — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying sounds of Jack White live in Chesterfield.
The O'Jays Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Factory — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of The O'Jays live in Chesterfield.
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