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Lynn Venhaus

Lynn Venhaus has had a continuous byline in St. Louis metro region publications since 1978, working at daily newspapers and in community news, including as a news and feature writer and food editor at the St. Louis Globe-Democrat. She contributes news, features, and entertainment coverage to other outlets. A Rotten Tomatoes-approved film critic, she’s on KTRS radio every Friday, writes about film and theater at poplifestl.com, film and TV for Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and co-hosts PopLifeSTL Presents podcast. She is retired from teaching journalism/media as an adjunct college instructor. She lives in the city of St. Louis.

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Rowan “Lovey” Burns’ art lounge and cabaret hosts a wide range of events, including trivia, movies, open mic nights, crochet classes, and more.
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Food Is Love’s Lasse Sorensen and Soulcial Kitchen’s John Michel join forces to address food insecurity in Metro East

Among the planned projects are the Love Thy Neighbor free food truck program, the Food on the Move free mobile pantry, and a Produce Blessing Box initiative.
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David Sandusky’s hybrid concept will reopen on May 22 at the KC Club & Event Center in O’Fallon, Illinois, and on June 7 at Catholic War Veterans in Freeburg, Illinois.
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August the Mansion now open in O’Fallon, Illinois
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August the Mansion now open in O’Fallon, Illinois

The historic mansion offers upscale New American cuisine at a variety of price points.
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Flower Child slated to open in Frontenac this summer

Located in the former Saint Louis Bread Co. location in Frontenac, the fast-casual restaurant will serve an array of healthy dining options and marks the first Missouri location for Phoenix-based Fox Restaurant Concepts.
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Smoke & Kettle, from the owners of BEAST Craft BBQ, to open in O’Fallon, Illinois
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Smoke & Kettle, from the owners of BEAST Craft BBQ, to open in O’Fallon, Illinois

Slated to open February 9, David and Meggan Sandusky’s latest addition will serve up fish, chicken, and barbecue in the Knights of Columbus Club and Event Center.
by Lynn Venhaus January 29, 2024 February 8, 2025

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