Also: The Great Fire of 1849, science-savvy brothers, and more inspiring stories
Opera Theatre Turns 50!
This summer marks the 50th anniversary of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. The company has become one of the most respected opera companies in the United States.
St. Louis Summer Festival Guide
From music and food to culture and art, explore the top summer festivals around St. Louis. Don’t miss out—mark your calendar for fun all season long!
Alton Main Street mural project
Birds are an important part of the Riverbend and we’ll see how they were the inspiration for a mural in the area, the Alton Flyaway.
Brothers Fight Airborne Threats Together
Varro is developing innovative technologies that prevent the transmission of infectious diseases and detect a variety of airborne threats in real-time.
The Great Fire of 1849
This History Spotlight episode explores the Great Fire of 1849 and Captain Targee’s heroic sacrifice to save St. Louis.
Women on a Mission to Find Lost Pets
BNR 4 Paws Recovery is a group of volunteer women who help find lost pets in the St. Louis area. Learn from the pros on what to do if the unthinkable happens.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
This week on Spotlight: A soaring mural pays tribute to a visionary father and his legacy in the Riverbend. At the National Blues Museum, the past and future of one of America’s oldest art forms take center stage. We also remember a St. Louis Blues icon—possibly the longest-running blues musician in history. Discover a groundbreaking prostate procedure that's helping patients reclaim their quality of life. Two powerful exhibits at the Contemporary Art Museum explore the essential role of water through art. And at Cycle Showcase STL, motorcycles are more than machines—they’re masterpieces.
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