Data centers have loud opposition, but supporters gathered at Missouri S&T to push them ^37.8%

STLPR - By Jonathan Ahl - 6/24/2026, 10:00 AM

Negativity Bias 20.1% - Biased Writer Voice 18.7% - Hasty Generalization 17%

While many gatherings around data centers have been protests featuring angry residents shouting at public officials, one in Rolla last week had a much more positive view of them. More than 200 invited business, academic and government leaders crowded into a meeting room at the Protoplex, an advanced manufacturing facility on the campus... more

St. Louis Battlehawks head to the playoffs hoping to end postseason drought ^20.8%

STLPR - By Jonathan Ahl - 6/5/2026, 10:00 AM

Halo Effect 30.5% - Biased Writer Voice 30.1% - Optimism Bias 20.8%

The St. Louis Battlehawks have done well by most metrics in the five seasons they have played in spring football leagues, posting winning records and drawing the highest attendance counts. But a win in the playoffs has eluded the team. The Battlehawks have lost both of their postseason games at the Dome at America’s Center. They hope to... more

Battlehawks hope ‘Greatest Show On Turf’ members inspire playoff push ^56.6%

STLPR - By Jonathan Ahl - 5/8/2026, 10:00 AM

Optimism Bias 26.8% - In-Group Bias 21.2% - Anecdotal 21.2%

The St. Louis Battlehawks are looking to local football history to inspire a push to the playoffs. Members of the St. Louis Rams team known as “The Greatest Show on Turf” will return to the Dome at America’s Center to be honored at Friday’s game against the Columbus Aviators. Former Rams who will be in attendance include head coach Dick... more

Lou Magdits leaves Rolla City Council after 32 years of service ^0%

St. Louis Public Radio - By Jonathan Ahl - 4/24/2026, 10:00 AM

Self-Serving Bias 19.4% - Anecdotal 14.6% - Post Hoc (False Cause) 10.6%

Lou Magdits was first elected to the Rolla City Council in 1995, the same year 3rd Ward Alderman Aaron Pace was born. After 32 years on the council — the first 20 as the 4th Ward alderman and the last 12 as mayor — Magdits decided to not seek reelection. Looking back at his time in public life, Magdits said he is proud of many things,... more

Missouri and Illinois military members get free Christmas trees to brighten the holidays ^0%

St. Louis Public Radio - By Jonathan Ahl - 12/19/2025, 11:00 AM

Hundreds of soldiers at Fort Leonard Wood and airmen at Scott Air Force Base are enjoying the holidays with a free Christmas tree. It’s part of a national program to help service members and their families who are far from home. Trees for Troops is run by the Christmas Spirit Foundation and connects private donations to tree farms around... more