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Martin Smith is the founder and Editor in Chief of STL.News, STL.Directory, St. Louis Restaurant Review, STLPress.News, and USPress.News.  Smith is responsible for selecting content to be published with the help of a publishing team located around the globe.  The publishing is made possible because Smith built a proprietary network of aggregated websites to import and manage thousands of press releases via RSS feeds to create the content library used to filter and publish news articles on STL.News.  Since its beginning in February 2016, STL.News has published more than 250,000 news articles.  He is a member of the United States Press Agency (Reg. # 31659) and a Certified member of the US Press Association (Reg. # 802085479).
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Global Markets End a Volatile Week – Friday, May 22, 2026

Global markets closed the week facing pressure from rising oil prices, elevated Treasury yields, and continued geopolitical uncertainty.…

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How to Enjoy WoW When You Have Limited Time to Play

(STL.News) World of Warcraft is not designed for people with limited time. It never was. The systems, the progression…

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Global Markets Turn Cautious as Oil Prices Rise and U.S. Stocks Open Lower

Global markets turned cautious Thursday as oil prices rose and U.S. stocks opened lower. Asian markets rallied overnight,…

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St. Louis Mixed-Use Developments Generate Growth as Leaders Push for Downtown Revitalization

Mixed-use developments across St. Louis are generating new economic activity and helping reshape portions of downtown and Midtown.…

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St. Louis Riverfront Revival Depends on Public Safety, Vision, and Long-Term Leadership

St. Louis leaders and tourism advocates continue discussing the massive untapped potential of the Mississippi River waterfront. Public…

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St. Louis Water Rate Hikes Expose Years of Infrastructure Neglect

St. Louis officials are proposing major multi-year water rate increases to stabilize the city’s aging water system. City…

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St. Louis Charter School Closure Raises Alarming Questions About Student Safety and Parent Responsibility

A St. Louis charter school abruptly closed days before the semester ended, displacing approximately 100 students and alarming…

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Google’s $15 Billion Missouri Data Center Signals a New Economic Era for Mid-Missouri

Google has officially announced a $15 billion data center investment in Montgomery County, Missouri. The project near New…

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Midtown Data Center Debate Highlights St. Louis’ Struggle Between Growth and Resistance

A proposed $3 billion Midtown data center project is fueling debate across St. Louis over economic growth, infrastructure,…

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Cahokia Heights School District Faces Growing Scrutiny Amid Contract Negotiations

Community tensions are rising in Cahokia Heights, IL, as residents question transparency and leadership during ongoing school district…

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St. Charles Vote Effectively Bans Large-Scale Data Centers

St. Charles officials voted to permanently prohibit large-scale data centers within city limits following months of public opposition…

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Overseas Overnight Trading Volatile as Bond Yields and Oil Prices Pressure Global Markets

Overseas overnight trading turned volatile as rising Treasury yields and elevated oil prices pressured investor sentiment worldwide. Asian…

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How Bourbon Street Bash Brings New Orleans Magic to Online Slots

(STL.News) Bourbon Street Bash is an online slot game built around simple and familiar mechanics that make it…

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The 2026 Stakes: Why These Preakness Longshots Are Gaining Attention

(STL.News) The 151st running of the Preakness Stakes is looking to be one of the most unpredictable editions…

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Missouri’s Takeover Of St. Louis Police Department Sparks Funding And Public Safety Debate

Missouri's return to state oversight of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department continues fueling political and financial tensions.…

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