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Monday, February 17, 2020 - Metro East Census Preparations Feb 17, 2020

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The 2020 census will have a wide-ranging impact on the Metro East. We examine the steps communities are taking to ensure an accurate count, especially in East St. Louis where many hard to reach areas have been identified.

Friday, February 14. 2020 - Angelique Kidjo Feb 14, 2020

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The Benin native has made a career of exporting West African sounds. Her interpretation of the work of salsa star Celia Cruz earned her this year's Grammy Award for Best World Music Album. She’ll feature that material in a concert at the Sheldon Concert Hall.

Thursday, February 13, 2020 - Katarra Parson Feb 13, 2020

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Local singer Katarra Parson had an eventful year with a new album, an award for best St. Louis R&B artist and a being selected to join the Kranzberg Music Artists in Residence program. Her Neo-Soul music has taken her across the country where she's worked with artists and activists to create socially conscious music.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 - Professional Licenses For Military Spouses Feb 12, 2020

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State Representative Steve Lynch wants to give professional license reciprocity to military spouses. The Waynesville Republican says it's a hardship when a member of the armed services is deployed to Missouri and a spouse's professional license does not transfer from another state.

Tuesday, February 11, 2020 - Cannabis Doctors Feb 11, 2020

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Patients need certification before they can receive medical cannabis in Missouri. Some St. Louis doctors are refusing to certify patients because of a lack of clinical trials and evidence-based studies. Other physicians say medical cannabis can help people who need treatment.

Monday, February 10, 2020 - Kairos Academies Update Feb 10, 2020

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A new charter middle school with a unique model is finding its groove halfway through its first year. We examine the growing pains of Kairos Academies in St. Louis.

Friday, February 7, 2020 — Carriage Horses Feb 07, 2020

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Draft horses are intertwined with the history of St. Louis … from the 1904 World's Fair to the first Budweiser Clydesdales. But nowadays, you're more likely to see these horses pulling carriages downtown. One listener asked our Curious Louis series about the lives of the city's carriage horses.

Thursday, February 6, 2020 - Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park Feb 06, 2020

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The National Park Service designated parts of Ste. Genevieve as a National Historic site in 2018. Now, it has its first superintendent who talks about the French vertical-style construction of several Colonial-era homes in the area.

Wednesday, February 5, 2020 - Board of Freeholders Feb 05, 2020

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A panel that could suggest big changes to St. Louis city and county government was formed four months ago but hasn't done anything. That's primarily because of a deadlock in appointing members from the city. The stalemate is leading to frustration among local officials.

Tuesday, February 4, 2020 - Black Churches and Guns Feb 04, 2020

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Historically, black churches have been on the receiving end of violence in the U.S. Recent acts of violence against religious groups have led one local black church to take safety precautions. New Northside Missionary Baptist Church has beefed up security by adding armed security guards.

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