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Tuesday, September 20, 2022 - Many St. Louis families scramble as schools search for more bus drivers Sep 20, 2022

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Several area districts were hoping the driver shortage would only last a couple of weeks. But many routes are still not running more than a month into the new academic year.

Monday, September 19, 2022 - The Archdiocese of St. Louis is listening to parishioners on possible changes Sep 19, 2022

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Church leaders are gathering input on the potential closure and consolidation of its 178 parishes. The archdiocese is dealing with a shortage of priests and churches at only 25% capacity

Introducing: “Doin’ It Our Way” Sep 17, 2022

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New from St. Louis Public Radio: For years, Black parents have talked about how traditional schools have failed their kids in the classroom. Now, a growing number of Black families are leaving those schools behind to take a chance on themselves. Doin’ It Our Way explores why some St. Louis area families chose to homeschool, how they are able to do it, and what that experience has been like for their kids. Hosted by Marissanne Lewis-Thompson.

Friday, September 16, 2022 - Sarah Kendzior’s new book warns against blind faith in ‘saviors’ Sep 16, 2022

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The best-selling St. Louis author says "They Knew: How a Culture of Conspiracy Keeps America Complacent" examines the country's relationship with conspiracies and how people should be skeptical of authority figures.

Thursday, September 15, 2022 - Missouri’s special session begins Sep 15, 2022

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Lawmakers have gathered in Jefferson City for the beginning of the annual veto session and a special session that is supposed to be centered around tax cuts and credits. However, not all of the bills introduced on the first day are related to taxes.

Wednesday, September 14, 2022 - The need for more rural veterinarians Sep 14, 2022

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture says vet clinics in non-urban areas have been declining since World War II. Lower pay and debt from medical school are some of the reasons why it’s tough to attract vets to rural settings.

Tuesday, September 13, 2022 - Some Midwest states are not testing lakes for toxic algae Sep 13, 2022

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Blue-green algae blooms are increasing with rising water temperatures and fertilizer runoff. They can make people sick and kill pets. Private and volunteer efforts in some states are helping to fill the testing gap.

Monday, September 12, 2022 - How ‘going everywhere’ played well in Missouri Sep 12, 2022

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Political strategist Lis Smith helped popularize a communications strategy in which candidates accept every media opportunity. Her new book examines those principles and how they helped Claire McCaskill’s first Senate campaign in 2006.

Friday, September 9, 2022 - Generation-defining jazz artist Kamasi Washington returns to St. Louis Sep 09, 2022

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The driving force in jazz music over the last decade is one of the artists performing this weekend at the Music at the Intersection festival. It will be the tenor sax player's first appearance in St. Louis since playing keyboards for soul legend Chaka Khan a few years ago.

Thursday, September 8, 2022 - Pandemic cash assistance is helping St. Louis residents with the basics Sep 08, 2022

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St. Louis residents who received $500 to help make ends meet during the pandemic most often spent the money on food and utilities. The city has released a preliminary analysis of the program.

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