Salt + Smoke Closes Two Locations | St. Louis News

Salt + Smoke Closes Two Locations | St. Louis News

Salt + Smoke is closing its Hampton and Ellisville locations on August 1st after 12 years of growth, leaving six spots still open in St. Louis. Owners Tom and Haley thank loyal customers and staff, saying tough lessons came with scaling up—and listening to feedback led to menu refreshes and better service at other locations. It’s a bittersweet moment for the local barbecue scene. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bcb99cab5e2787e5

Two Shootings Shake Jefferson County | St. Louis News

Jefferson County is reeling from two horrific shootings in just two days—first, a fatal double shooting sparked by a dog dispute, then a chilling neighborly feud that left three critically injured. A suspect in the first case is still on the run, taunting police online, while the second shooter, a 73-year-old man, turned the gun on himself after authorities arrived. The community is in shock, rallying around victims and their families as law enforcement works to piece together the violence that’s shattered a normally peaceful county. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5cf5fc342158f0a9

Two Shootings Shake Jefferson County | St. Louis News

Jefferson County is reeling from two horrific shootings in just two days—first, a fatal double shooting sparked by a dog dispute, then a chilling neighborly feud that left three critically injured. A suspect in the first case is still on the run, taunting police online, while the second shooter, a 73-year-old man, turned the gun on himself after authorities arrived. The community is in shock, rallying around victims and their families as law enforcement works to piece together the violence that’s shattered a normally peaceful county. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5cf5fc342158f0a9

St. Louis Heat Tests Power Grid | St. Louis News

St. Louis is sweltering, pushing the power grid to its limits — so much so that the Department of Energy issued an emergency alert to the Southwest Power Pool to avoid blackouts. But local utilities like Ameren Missouri and Kirkwood Electric, on a separate grid (MISO), report stable systems and no emergency orders. Kirkwood hit its yearly peak and may shatter last year’s record tonight, while Ameren confirms it’s holding strong with ample power. Nationally, over 35 gigawatts of backup generation remain available — this alert is regionally targeted. Utilities urge residents to keep thermostats comfortable and remind those struggling with bills that assistance programs are still active. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b1075ab256a01444

50 Years of Art Along Route 66 | St. Louis News

Fifty years of art, nature, and wonder unfold at Laumeier Sculpture Park, a Route 66 gem where seventy-nine sculptures invite wanderers to discover meaning in every turn. Founded in 1976 by Matilda Laumeier, the park celebrates its milestone with the theme “Where Wander Turns to Wonder,” new installations, and a special neon art exhibit by David Hudson. Curator Dana Turkovic calls it a living gallery of connection and curiosity — perfect for travelers seeking a soulful detour along the Mother Road. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0ed00ce4b4dbfc34