Coke is King at UMSL. 5 Things to Know About UMSL This Week

Soda drinkers rejoice, UMSL has become a Coca-Cola campus. Plus, UMSL student Joshua McNew will premiere his new movie "The Stakes" at the Tivoli Theatre in University City on July 12.

Seven Sizzling Tips for a Summer Shape Up

Quite simply, people who don’t miss their workout sessions every time succeed, while those who “fake it” look for excuses not to train.

The Founders on Freedom

Do you know the difference between collective freedom and individual freedom? Our Founders did, here they are in their own words...

UMSL’s Expanding! 5 Things to Know About UMSL This Week

Future students and members of the UMSL community will have more fitness options on campus after the UM System curators gave final approval Tuesday to a new recreation facility.

A Lunchtime Workout Builds Everyday Fitness

As well as being good for your fitness and fat-burning, working out at lunchtime gets rid of the afternoon crash. It will also help you develop good eating habits for the rest of the day.

5 Things Going on at UMSL This Week

UMSL professor Niyi Coker won international recognition for his movie "Pennies for the Boatman" and a group of UMSL students created their own tribute to the sugary summer hit "Call Me Maybe."

BBB Warns Consumers About Poor Work By Bruce Pettis, Brothers Construction

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be cautious when dealing with contractor Bruce Pettis or his new firm, Brothers Construction Co. because of his history of shoddy work.

Don’t Give Up!

If you don't keep track of your workouts and improvements, how will you know if you're making progress?

My dad and Darth Vader

For Father's Day, a old memory came back to remind me just how amazing my dad is. And it has something to do with Star Wars.

5 Things You Should Know About UMSL This Week

UMSL faculty, students and alumni are doing exciting things. Here are some highlights of their hard work.

Fitness and Nutrition Tips for Young Athletes

For young athletes, summer is also a perfect time to work on individual goals instead of team goals.

This Could Be The Most Effective Fat Loss Exercise There Is

Running a few hill sprints will allow you to lose fat and keep the muscle.

Dred Scott's Legacy

Dred and Harriet Scott will soon be remembered in a ceremony at the same place they began a legal journey that would forever alter the course of history in America.

ShareCare.com

Learn about Dr Oz inspired website.

Massaged Feet Are Happy Feet

There is more to a good foot massage than a qick rub across the sole.

Aromatherapy Essentials

Essential oils from aromatic plants provide more therapeutic benefits than simple relaxation and stress relief.

I Smell a Rat

Welcome to the planet of the rats. It's time to fight back.

Business Showcase features area business and organizations

Residents can have fun while they learn more about area businesses and organizations by attending the Greater North County Chamber's Business Showcase "Sample North County."

Why am I here?

A late night conversation starts a little introspection on my part.

The Malagasy Travel Nightmare

I need to travel 200 km in Madagascar. Just how much could possibly go wrong? Everything.

The Reconstruction of Congress

These "magnificent seven" forever changed the face of the United States Congress.

The Shenanigans Abroad Begins for 2012

Welcome to the year of keeping busy and staying sane.

Pregnant Pause

Massage is a gentle but effective method for coping with the aches and discomforts that typically occur during a normal pregnancy.

Samuel Adams…More Than Just Great Beer

There is much more to this forgotten Founding Father than the name of a great beer.

Chamber Accepting Applications for Scholarships

Through the generosity of its members, the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce will once again award scholarships to high school seniors.

How Not to Sell

Belligerance and insults are ineffective tools for converting a no to yes.

'Tis the Season to Be Jolly

I like to think that the spreading of Christmas joy and cheer is written into my Peace Corps contract. What better way to do that than bringing Christmas out into the streets?

White Auto Body Gives Away Car

Local business gives woman early Christmas present.

My Malagasy Thanksgiving Mission

My first major holiday away from friends, family and Florissant. How do I celebrate Thanksgiving when no one else knows what it is?

Give Your Wife (or Husband) a Killer Backrub

With a little lotion and these step-by-step directions, you can give a relaxing backrub that delights your significant other.

English Club Teaches More than a Language

While the students in Madagascar are interested in learning about grammar and vocabulary in English, there's a lot more that they're hungry to know.

Several New Businesses Open in Florissant

New businesses continue to open their doors in Florissant, despite the challenging economy.

The Joys and Soul-crushing Frustrations of Being a Teacher

Charged with the job of molding more than 200 young minds, Travis Pringle takes baby steps as well as big steps toward teaching English.

What Do You See When You Look in the Mirror?

You look in the mirror whether it is morning, noon or night. But what do you see? Do you see every wrinkle, gray hair and imperfection of your face, or do you see what Jesus sees?

Myths and Misconceptions

Inaccurate notions or thoughts about massage keep some people from enjoying its benefits. We're exploring some common misconceptions and clearing them up.

Internationally Local

A good ole boy from St. Louis heads to Madagascar for volunteer work. College, St. Louis and life has prepared him for his future experiences in the Peace Corps.

What You Say, Speak and Feel Really Affects Your Life

How often do we say things that aren't very positive for our life? How often do we look at our future and think, is my future really bright?

Musings on Chair Massage

The massage therapist performs chair massage on fully clothed clients in a mall or at an event to provide relaxation and muscle pain relief.

Something Great is Going to Happen to YOU Today

How many times have you woke up this week and thought ... something great is going to happen to me today? Once? Twice? Never?

Do you know that God wants to bless you?

Numbers 6:23-26 Say to them, may the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile upon you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you His favor and give you His peace.