WEB EXCLUSIVES THIS MONTH
- Web Gallery: "Wow" Workplaces
- Read more stories of how St. Louis couples met
- More enviable perks and policies at local companies
- Additional photos and stories from selected St. Louis weddings
- Behind the scenes at our Unveiled Fashion shoot
- Searchable listings of the 2010 topDentists
- An extended Q&A with Todd Kussman, owner of Oak Barrel American Bistro and Artisan Bakery
Note: For each new issue, St. Louis Magazine publishes only a select number of articles online. While all articles will eventually be published online here, your best bet for reading current content is to subscribe, buy an issue, or head to your local library. Thanks. —Jarrett Medlin, Editor-in-Chief
WHAT'S ONLINE
Online on stlmag.com
BEHIND THE SCENES
The making of this issue
FROM THE EDITOR
The Changing World of Work
By Jarrett Medlin
FEEDBACK
CURRENT
- First Shot: Band of Roses
By Jarrett Medlin - The Buzz: Smoke Signals
Smokers, take heed: This month marks the much-ballyhooed beginning of indoor smoking bans in the city and county. Besides the number of Marlboros left to be enjoyed after dinner, here are some other stats to consider. - The Buzz: The Big Top
Circus Flora turns 25.
By Byron Kerman - The Buzz: Road Work Ahead (Web Exclusive: Extended version)
Missouri Department of Transportation district engineer Ed Hassinger reflects a year after Highway 40's opening.
By Byron Kerman - The Buzz: Take Me to the River (Web Exclusive: Extended version)
Lee Sandlin explores life on the Mississippi.
By Robert Meyerowtiz - The Buzz: Move Over, Yogi
Researchers begin tracking black bears...in Missouri?
By Robert Meyerowitz - What It's Like to be a Hypnotist (Web Exclusive: Extended version)
By Byron Kerman - Agenda
Our five picks for the month
GLITTERATI
See these and more at our Party Pics page.
STYLE
- Hot Item: Enrich Your Sole
Men's accessory of the season: hip and rugged boots.
By Nicole Benoist Edgerton - Shop Talk: Get Her to the Greek
Lisa McKinney brings Athens to Frontenac with Athena Boutique.
By Nicole Benoist Edgerton
ANIMALS
Who's Minding the Dogs?
Months after Proposition B passed, the battle over the state’s dog-breeding regulations continues.
By Robert Meyerowitz
THINK AGAIN
A Hero's Unwelcome
Saving the legacy of this fallen trooper will be quite a challenge
By Ray Hartmann
COVER FEATURE
Take This job and Love It
Reasons to jump for joy...despite the recession.
Story by Jeannette Cooperman, Jarrett Medlin, Robert Meyerowitz, and Stefene Russell
Photographs by John Fedele and Kevin A. Roberts
Illustrations by Peter Hoey
- What Do Workers Want?
There is no single answer.
By Jeannette Coopermann - People Change
In a languishing economy, some St. Louisans are branching out and pursuing their dreams.
By Robert Meyerowitz - The Job Machine
When it comes to job creation, is bigger always better?
By Jarrett Medlin - The Unsinkable Generation
As Millennials enter the workforce during the worst recession in year, their perpetual optimism—plus their parents' support—is coming in handy.
By Stefene Russell - Office Space (Web Exclusive: View a gallery of "wow" workplaces in St. Louis)
A peek inside seven inspired places to work
Photographs by John Fedele - Company Perks, From A to Z (Web Exclusive: More enviable perks and policies at St. Louis companies)
UNVEILED 2011: SLM'S BRIDAL GUIDE
Things We Love, Bridal Edition
Finishing touches for the big day
By Nicole Benoist Edgerton
Picture Perfect (Web Exclusive: Additional photos and stories from selected St. Louis weddings)
Selections from some of St. Louis' most striking weddings
Love at First (or Second) Sight (Web Exclusive: More stories from St. Louis couples of how they met)
How 13 local couples met their match
By Jeannette Cooperman
Show-Me Love
The Marriage Equality Bus helps gay and lesbian couples legally marry—in Iowa.
By Byron Kerman
Something Borrowed, Something J. Crew
The retail darling extends its modern flair to bridal design.
By Nicole Benoist Edgerton
Where's the Orchestra?
OK, so you have the venue nailed down—but what about the music?
By Kim Aubuchon
Come Fly with Me (Web Exclusive: Watch a behind the scenes video of our bridal fashion shoot)
Our newlyweds embark on a whirlwind journey in high style.
By Nicole Benoist Edgerton
Photographs by Stephen Seebeck
Trading Up: How to Barter for Your Perfect Wedding
Swapping favors can help you save.
By Shera Dalin
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Heart Like a Wheel
Doctors said Pat Rummerfield wouldn't walk again. That he wouldn't run, ski, swim, bike, or race cars was supposed to be understood.
By Jeannette Cooperman
The Smile Squad (Web Exclusive: Searchable listings of the 2010 topDentists)
Say hello to St. Louis' 2011 topDentists.
A CONVERSATION WITH JULIE MACINTOSH
Dethroning the King’s author on the making of Anheuser-Busch InBev
By Jeannette Cooperman
FOOD & DRINK
- First Look: A Peek Behind "First Look"
By George Mahe - Review: Charlie Gitto's "From the Hill"
Is it "Gee-toes" or "Jee-toes"?
Other than that, here's all you need to know about the place.
By Dave Lowry - The Well-Seasoned Life: A Taco Tradition
After 27 years, this Hazelwood restaurant is as solid as Talavera tile.
By Joe and Ann Pollack
- Kitchen Q&A with Todd Kussman (Web Exclusive: Extended version)
From bakery to bistro in O’Fallon, Mo.
By George Mahe
- Liquid Assets: Wine Myth-Busters 101
When you speak of wine, you might as well speak the truth.
By Chris Hoel - Ins, Outs, and Almosts
By George Mahe
CULTURE & EVENTS
- First Stop: Saint Louis Art Museum
Joe Jones: Painter of the American Scene
By Robert Meyerowitz - Cameo: Sister, Sister
The best way to approach the music of Dubb Nubb: Forget they’re in high school.
By Thomas Crone - Out & About: Cold Cache
Geocaching isn't just a fair-weather sport.
By Stefene Russell - Jumpin' Jack Flash (Web Exclusive: Extended version)
Casino Jack, the late George Hickenlooper’s magnum opus, opens in St. Louis theaters this month.
By Stefene Russell - The SLM Calendar (with Critic's Picks in Dance, Music, Museums, Galleries, and Books)
FLASHBACK
1917: The MacArthur, Abridged
By Stefene Russell
