The long awaited release of COVID-19 vaccines nationwide happened in December, just in time to be considered a holiday gift. But as was the case with so many holiday gifts in 2020, delivery details for some recipients are sketchy and receipt may be delayed.

There’s no denying that 2020 was a more than difficult year, and yet, in the midst of all its challenges, heroes emerged.

Economist Thomas Sowell reflects on the life and passing of his dear friend Walter Williams.

You can still share a tin of Christmas love this holiday season, but you should take special care in the prepping, baking, packing and delivering.

The 31st annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in the city of St. Peters will take place virtually this year at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20. The event will feature festive holiday highlights from previous ceremonies and will be streamed on St. Peters TeleVision (SPTV).

Beginning this week (Nov. 16-20), portion of Ecology Drive will undergo concrete slab repairs; drivers are urged to use caution.

For sevens years, Scott Ellinger, chef/owner of the Brass Rail in O’Fallon, has provided Thanksgiving dinner to families who otherwise might not have the means to celebrate with a traditional feast. Ellinger and his staff feed thousands are area residents.

This one-hour virtual musical will showcase a variety of performances, backstage interviews and magical Variety Theatre moments featuring children from the St. Louis community. The program will be available offered for free at 7 p.m. on Nov. 16, 17, 18 and 19. Registration is required at VarietySTL.org/LTL.

Editorial from the Nov. 4 issue.

The American Legion, The Veterans of Foreign Wars and AMVETS are three organizations that continue to serve both veterans and the communities in which they are located.