Weekend News Roundup: LouFest, Zimmern, Auctioneer, Trade War

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Travel Channel's Andrew Zimmern Was Just In St. Louis

Zimmern visited Pappy's Smokehouse, sampling burnt ends, ribs and a "ruthless slaw."

Old Farmer's Almanac: Missouri Winter Weather Predictions

That photo is what snow looks like. You might want to download it for the grandkids.

Watch Humane Society, St. Louis Fire Dept Save Dog From Hot Car

The dog, left in the car for at least two hours, was returned to the owner with an agreement they would take him immediately to a vet.

LouFest 2018 Cancelled: Organizers Cite Finances, Media, Weather

Vendors are encouraging everyone who was planning to go to support local shops and restaurants instead.

Missouri Congressman Filibusters Protester With Auctioneer Call

Sometimes C-SPAN makes for great television.

St. Louis Patch Summer Photo Contest Winner: Sandy Pollock

We received so many great photos. Don't worry if you didn't win. We'll announce our fall photo contest in a couple weeks.

Missouri Tackles Existential Question: What Is Meat?

Tofurky is no longer welcome in the state — at least not until some labels are changed.

Police Seek Witnesses To Fatal Walmart Parking Lot Shooting

Anyone with information should contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers toll free at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

Fox Schools In Arnold Canceled After Bomb Threat

This story is developing. Check back for updates.

Flood Warning Issued For St. Louis Until Sunday Morning

Up to 6 inches of rain is expected across the St. Louis area by Sunday as the remnants of Tropical Storm Gordon move through the region.

'Brown Girl Dreaming' Author To Visit University City Library

"This is a perfect opportunity to help ignite interest in reading..." said district official Tracy Hinds of Jacqueline Woodson's visit.

U. City Will Collect Bikes For Kids At Annual Community Yard Sale

The city is partnering with St. Louis Bicycle Works to collect bikes for kids across the St. Louis area.

Car Burns In Apparent Fire Bombing In The Hill

Anyone with information should contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers toll free at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

'Gateway To The Stars' Continues At The Arch This Fall

Each stargazing event is free and open to all ages, weather permitting.

Robert Plant To Play The Pageant After LouFest Cancellation

Plant and his band, the Sensational Spaceshifters, are will play The Pageant at 7 p.m. Sunday.

MO AG Drops Murder Charges After Detective Gets Brain Cancer

Charges were dropped after the detective, who had been the prosecution's primary witness, became unable to testify.

Trade War: Tariffs Threaten 283 Missouri Industries

A report from Bloomberg says President Trump wants to move ahead with another set of tariffs on China. China is expected to retaliate.

Saint Louis Zoo Asks For Sales Tax Support For New Expansion

The new 425-acre complex will feature an off-site breeding facility and public safari experience. To keep it free may take public support.

ArchCrate: Get Your St. Louis Fix For 30 Bucks A Month

ArchCrate will offer two subscriptions, one for those living out of town, and another for locals.

St. Louis Prosecutor Won't Accept Charges From 28 SLMPD Officers

The department said the officers on the list have been notified but were instructed to continue business as usual until told differently.

Many College Students Struggle With Anxiety: Here's How To Cope

Anxiety isn't all in your head. It can manifest through shortness of breath, fatigue, breaking out, sweating and other physical symptoms.

Across America

Not-So Routine Traffic Stop Yields Marriage Proposal
Boy’s Kindness To Another At Seahawks Game Inspires The World
Alex Jones, InfoWars Permanently Banned From Twitter
Danville Toddler Beating Cancer, But Battle Is Far From Over
Las Vegas Shooting Victims' Therapy Dog Shot In WA
Burt Reynolds, Classic Leading Man, Dead At 82
White House Officials Deny Writing NYT Op-Ed: 5 Who Might Have
Cincinnati Shooting: Victims Killed In Fountain Square Identified
Trump's Tweets Could Help Suspected Terrorist Avoid Death Penalty
Guinness World Records 2019: See Photos Of Unbelievable Feats

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