It seems universal that kids ask the most unexpected questions in awkward situations, and when you’re least prepared. Parents have to think quickly to respond in an age-appropriate way. One of those teaching moments occurred when CWEnder Scott Leisler, above, and his wife Jackie were out with their daughter Clementine, then 5, who discovered drug…
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MetroLink rolls into Cortex Innovation Community
I was on the wrong side of the tracks when the first Metro train broke through a ceremonial ribbon at the brand-new MetroLink station at Cortex Innovation Community last Tuesday, July 31. The first train was carrying Bi-State, Metro Transit and Cortex officials as well as national, state and local government leaders. The opening of…
McPherson’s Jack Grone on “The TIF Trade”
The latest bit of reporting from CWEnder Jack Grone on his McPherson, Independent Journalism for St. Louis and Beyond site will be of interest to city residents, especially CWEnders. It is not a quick read, but if you’ve wondered how Tax Increment Financing works, this well-researched article will be helpful. The introduction: The Argyle TIF (Argyle…