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This Week in The Times

Thursday, October 22, 2026

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Hamilton families question proposed school closure

About eight families attended a Family Information Session hosted by St. Louis Public Schools last Tuesday, October 20, at Hamilton Elementary to discuss the SLPS proposal to close the school and consolidate its students with Dewey International Elementary in fall 2027.

SDCC Meeting Highlights (Monday, October 12)

The Tax Liability That Wasn’t – In an update to an issue raised at the September meeting (and reported on in the upcoming issue of The Times), the Council is up to date on all taxes, according to Council president Mike Stephens.

Loop Trolley Ends Its Season Sunday

All aboard while you still can!

Halloween Symphony Concert at SLAM: A Dance with Death

Halloween gets a classical twist this weekend at the Saint Louis Art Museum when the Town and Country Symphony Orchestra performs Totentanz (German for “Dance of Death”).

Hot Cider Hustle Comes to Forest Park

Cooler weather is here, making this weekend the perfect time for a fun run paired with hot apple cider and caramel apples!

MetroLink Tests More Frequent Rush-Hour Service

MetroLink will be testing additional service between the University City-Big Bend and Grand stations, including stops at Skinker and Forest Park-DeBaliviere, from October 24-30.

Early Voting Now Underway for Nov. 3 General Election

Early voting is now underway in the city for the November 3 general election, giving you a chance to cast your ballots without waiting until Election Day.

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