🌱 Patch AM: How Florissant came together to honor Precious Black’s memory

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In today's newsletter:

• How Florissant came together to honor Precious Black’s memory

Today's riddle: How many sheep does it take to make a sweater? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Saturday: Fog in the morning; some sun, with a high of 62 and low of 58 degrees.
• Sunday: Periods of rain and a t-storm, temps: high: 72, low: 18. ⛄️ Brr!
• Monday: Windy; sunny and much colder, with a high of 29 and low of 20 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'A Christmas I'll never forget': Balloons released on Friday to remember woman who died during police chase (ksdk.com) — Florissant neighbors gathered Friday evening to release balloons in memory of Precious Black, who died in a car crash following a police pursuit and leaves behind an 8-year-old daughter. Her grieving family is calling for justice and hoping the new year brings some closure after what they describe as a Christmas they will never forget.
   

📸 Around Florissant

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Florissant

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Tuesday December 30

• Qi Gong At Pallotine Renewal Center
  Pallotine Renewal Center , 15270 Old Halls Ferry Rd , Florissant
  11:30 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Saturday December 27

• CHH and Gospel Dance Party
  Brew Bites , 6662 B Delmar Blvd , University City
  9:00 pm

Monday December 29

• No school for winter break (PreK-12)
  Pattonville R-iII Saint Ann, MO 63074
• Kids Winter Break Camp
  Hazelwood Community Center , 1186 Teson Road , Hazelwood
  9:00 am
• Monday Night Group Run – University City
  Big River Running Company , 606 North and South Rd , University City
  5:45 pm
• Economic Development Commission
  Olivette City Hall , 1140 Dielman Rd , Olivette
  7:00 pm

Tuesday December 30

• Last Day for Candidate Filing for the General Municipal Election
  City of Overland Calendar , Overland City Hall 9119 Lackland Road , Overland
  8:00 am
• Qi Gong At Pallotine Renewal Center
  Pallotine Renewal Center , 15270 Old Halls Ferry Rd , Florissant
  11:30 am
• Last Day of Candidate Filing for April 7, 2026 Election 5:00 PM
  University City Calendar , 6801 Delmar Blvd , University City
  5:00 pm
• Planning & Zoning
  City of Overland Calendar Overland, MO 63114
  6:00 pm

Wednesday December 31

• City Hall Closed in Observance of the New Years Holiday
  City of St Ann - Saint Ann MO 63074
• New Year's Eve - City Hall and Recreation Center closes at noon
  Bridgeton, MO Calendar Bridgeton, MO 63044

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• I want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
  Be safe and may your heart be filled with Peace and Love this holiday season. (Nextdoor Old Jamestown)
• Don't let your dog become the next "Lost Dog" post.
  Hi neighbors! Like many of you, I’m heartbroken by the constant "Lost Dog" posts here. As a professional trainer, I want to help. I’ve decided to… (Nextdoor Old Halls Ferry)

• City of Florissant, MO posted a job opening for Seasonal Camp Counselor 2026 in Florissant. Apply here.
• Aramark posted a job opening for Cook - Food Service in Florissant. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Florissant here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hazelwood

• Tony's Donuts closed for repairs after Christmas fire at Hazelwood store (ksdk.com)

Berkeley

• Recognized for life-saving leadership (westnewsmagazine.com)

Ok Florissant! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I have no idea. I didn’t even know sheep could knit.
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