Checkers & Rally's says it will expand Rally's in the St. Louis area from roughly 20 locations to about 35 while remodeling stores to a new prototype.

Wasabi Sushi Bar is testing a fast-casual, drive-thru concept in Ellisville, moving the St. Louis brand toward quicker pickup and bento-style service.

Little Lager is opening a larger Cherokee Street location with room for 100‑plus guests and a patio, giving the Princeton Heights bar space for bigger shows and pop‑ups.

Saint Charles, Missouri, celebrates winter with the Bowls & Brews + Fête de Glace event featuring chili, craft brews, and ice sculptures on January 31, mixing culinary delights with live ice carving.

Saint Charles hosts Fete de Glace with ice sculptures and a chili and beer contest on January 31, offering a festive and interactive winter experience.

Local chef Belle Nieder bought two downtown Washington businesses — the Sand Bar and The Axe Depot — calling the move a childhood dream.

Nonprofit Bridge Bread opens a Delmar Loop grab-and-go bakery next Saturday, expanding its job-training program with bagels, milk bread and pastries.

Saint Charles, Missouri, hosts the Bowls & Brews + Fête de Glace event with ice carving, chili cook-off, and local beers, promoting community gathering in winter.

St. Louis County celebrates National Pizza Week, promoting local pizza favorites and frozen options available at Schnucks and Dierbergs markets to support community businesses.

Missouri DESE's report highlights public education progress in 2025, with improved school performance, teacher retention, and student assessment strategies. The state's historic budget supports this success with significant funding increases.

Saint Charles City Government announces the Bowls & Brews meets Fete De Glace event combining a chili cook-off with craft beer tasting and ice sculpture displays, offering prizes and inviting participants to register.

St. Johns County's new video series, Inside SJC, aims to enhance civic engagement and transparency about BOCC meetings, encouraging public participation both online and in person.

The St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office is launching its first Citizens Academy to foster transparency and community engagement in the criminal justice system.