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Camp Crites set to be held on Saturday

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Camp Crites set to be held on Saturday

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UPDATED: Man found outside burning Imperial home identified

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UPDATED: Man found outside burning Imperial home identified

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Nourish your body through holidays

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Nourish your body through holidays

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Fox High Fall Craft Fair set for this weekend

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Fox High Fall Craft Fair set for this weekend

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Valles Mines man dies in motorcycle crash on Hwy. 67

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Valles Mines man dies in motorcycle crash on Hwy. 67

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Jefferson College receives donation for nursing scholarships

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Jefferson College receives donation for nursing scholarships

23 hrs ago

Voters pass initiative petition amendment

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Voters pass initiative petition amendment

Nov 4, 2026

Elections

Amendment 8 passes at the polls

Nov 3, 2026

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Voters reject Amendment 3

Nov 3, 2026

Elections

New congressional map rejected by voters

Nov 3, 2026

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Nourish your body through holidays

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Nourish your body through holidays

Emily Poncher, guest columnist
13 hrs ago

As we approach the holiday season, many of us look forward to our favorite things: hearty me…

Health Department releases food inspection reports for week of Oct. 18

Health

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Health Department releases food inspection reports for week of Oct. 18

By Leader staff
Oct 31, 2026

During the week of Oct. 18, the Jefferson County Health Department inspected 50 food establi…

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Accidents

Valles Mines man dies in motorcycle crash on Hwy. 67

Accidents

Valles Mines man dies in motorcycle crash on Hwy. 67

16 hrs ago

UPDATED: Four die, three injured in Hwy. 30 crash

Oct 27, 2026

UPDATED: Festus man dies in motorcycle crash on I-55

Oct 20, 2026

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Police and Fire

UPDATED: Man found outside burning Imperial home identified

Police Fire

UPDATED: Man found outside burning Imperial home identified

13 hrs ago

Arnold man arrested, released after alleged assault

Oct 30, 2026

House Springs man allegedly assaults relative

Oct 28, 2026

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Business

High Ridge antique mall to open next month

Business

High Ridge antique mall to open next month

Nov 3, 2026

Gioia’s Deli and more coming to Arnold

Oct 30, 2026

Piros Signs donates scoreboard to Northwest

Oct 27, 2026

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Local Events

Camp Crites set to be held on Saturday

Camp Crites set to be held on Saturday

10 hrs ago

Fox High Fall Craft Fair set for this weekend

Fox High Fall Craft Fair set for this weekend

14 hrs ago

Ladies Night returns to Festus Main Street

Ladies Night returns to Festus Main Street

Nov 2, 2026

Calendar of Events Oct. 29-Nov. 5

Calendar of Events Oct. 29-Nov. 5

Oct 29, 2026

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Obituaries

Michael Lee “Mike” Miller, 52, Valles Mines

Michael Lee “Mike” Miller, 52, Valles Mines

Nov 3, 2026

Carole Elaine (Gregory) Cattoor, 90, St. Louis County

Carole Elaine (Gregory) Cattoor, 90, St. Louis County

Nov 3, 2026

William F. Denman Sr., 83, Arnold

William F. Denman Sr., 83, Arnold

Nov 3, 2026

Perry James ‘Jim’ West Jr., 79, Imperial

Perry James ‘Jim’ West Jr., 79, Imperial

Nov 3, 2026

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Life Story

Guts, humor fueled extraordinary life

Guts, humor fueled extraordinary life

Aug 14, 2026

Dick Cook, Crystal City sports legend, dies at 87

Dick Cook, Crystal City sports legend, dies at 87

Aug 13, 2026

Vietnam vet, teacher, special friend ...‘he just made other people better’

Vietnam vet, teacher, special friend ...‘he just made other people better’

Jul 27, 2026

Former Jefferson County lawyer, judge dies

Former Jefferson County lawyer, judge dies

Jul 10, 2026

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Athlete of the Week (Nov. 3, 2026) Cannon Kisner, De Soto football

Sports

Athlete of the Week (Nov. 3, 2026) Cannon Kisner, De Soto football

Nov 3, 2026

Blackcats, Tigers poised to make another state run

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Blackcats, Tigers poised to make another state run

Nov 1, 2026

Sports

Grandview is in O'Fallon tonight for Class 1 District 2 game

Oct 30, 2026

Sports

OUTDOORS: Fall is a fantastic time to find five favorite hiking trails

Oct 30, 2026

Sports

Athlete of the Week (Oct. 27, 2026) Sam Kerley, Ollie Klump, Jefferson football

Oct 27, 2026

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OUTDOORS: Fall is a fantastic time to find five favorite hiking trails

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OUTDOORS: Fall is a fantastic time to find five favorite hiking trails

Oct 30, 2026

House Springs arborist travels world for tree climbing competitions

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House Springs arborist travels world for tree climbing competitions

Oct 23, 2026

Sports

OUTDOORS: Ware area part of statewide CWD pilot program

Oct 23, 2026

Sports

OUTDOORS: Field to Freezer deer processing program returns to Henges Center

Oct 17, 2026

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Dioxin found again at Romaine Creek site

Oct 13, 2026

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My Leader Yummy: Mexicana Breakfast Pie and Crescent Roll Coffee Cake

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My Leader Yummy: Mexicana Breakfast Pie and Crescent Roll Coffee Cake

Oct 31, 2026

My Leader Yummy: Western Chili Con Carne and Peanutty Halloween Cookie Pizza

Oct 24, 2026

My Leader Yummy: Angel Hair and Ham Alfredo and Cheesy Butterhorn Rolls

Oct 17, 2026

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Trivia Two Ways: Celebrities in the Military

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Trivia Two Ways: Celebrities in the Military

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Trivia Two Ways: Comedy Horror Films

Oct 28, 2026

Trivia Two Ways: Hot Times in Entertainment

Oct 21, 2026

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Pet Spot

Pet Spot: Bayley goes from living on the streets to becoming a treasured family member

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Pet Spot: Bayley goes from living on the streets to becoming a treasured family member

Nov 1, 2026

Pet Spot: Smokey’s a curious kitty

Oct 25, 2026

Pet Spot: Gracie enjoys kissing fish

Oct 18, 2026

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Tribute to Veterans 2026

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Tribute to Veterans 2026

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Realty Executives Premiere Trunk or Treat 2026

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Realty Executives Premiere Trunk or Treat 2026

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Plattin Peaks Trails bike park preview

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Plattin Peaks Trails bike park preview

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Jaguar Treble Trot 2026

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A&M Urban Renewal

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Aaron Masonry & Exterior Service

+1(314)730-5376

Aberdeen Golf Club

4111 Crescent Rd, Eureka, MO 63025

+1(636)938-5465

Acid Piping Technology

2890 Arnold Tenbrook Rd, Arnold, MO 63010

+1(636)296-4668

American Family Insurance

1830 Rock Rd, De Soto, MO 63020

+1(636)586-2111

American Staffing

11424 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

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National News

Florida just voted for lower property taxes – and that could mean cuts in government services and new housing construction

Florida just voted for lower property taxes – and that could mean cuts in government services and new housing construction

Blue wave felt in Montana, Republicans maintain legislative control

Blue wave felt in Montana, Republicans maintain legislative control

Pet Insurance on Your Mind? Buy It Now, Not Later

Pet Insurance on Your Mind? Buy It Now, Not Later

Outcome of Alaska Senate race may not be known for weeks

Outcome of Alaska Senate race may not be known for weeks

National Entertainment

Red carpet to roulette wheel: The celebrity casino regulars of 2026

Red carpet to roulette wheel: The celebrity casino regulars of 2026

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Hands-Only CPR Can Save Someone You Love

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May 28, 2020

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Make a Commitment to More Family Meals

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