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Election Night Shocks In St Louis County
A “safe” seat flips, St Charles County sends shockwaves through long-held assumptions, and suddenly the map looks like it time-traveled. We’re reacting in real…
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Missouri Ballot Amendments Explained
“Wait, isn’t abortion already legal in Missouri?” If that question has crossed your mind while scanning the ballot, you’re not alone and the confusion is…
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Who Should Pay For Growth In West County?
A developer changes course and suddenly a big question lands on everyone’s doorstep: what kind of housing does West County actually want? We talk through the…
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Debating License Plate Readers
Debating license plate readers (like Flock Cameras) and the battle over the new congressional maps. West Newsmagazine Facebook | Instagram
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Youth Sports Tourism Boom
Youth sports looks wholesome from the bleachers, but follow the minivans and you’ll find a serious economic engine. We sit down with O’Fallon Economic…
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Election Results Reaction
Tim Weber and Dan discuss the recent election results, highlighting the overwhelming rejection of Amendments 4 and 5 in Missouri, with Amendment 5 losing 83-16…
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Spared! West County Lanes Reopens at Last
West County Lanes in Ellisville reopened after an 18-month closure due to extensive repairs following a 2025 snowstorm. The family-owned business, established…
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SNEAK PEAK: July 22, 2026 Issue
The West Newsmagazine Insider Podcast hosts Dan Fox and Laura Brown discussed the upcoming July 22 issue, highlighting business profiles and an election Q&A…
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Early Look - July 8, 2026 Issue
The podcast episode discusses various local and state issues. Laura Brown covers the Missouri data center debate, highlighting the Governor's forum, the…
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Drones as First Responders
Overview The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast episode features a discussion with St. Charles County Police Sergeant Scott Ronald about the new Drones as…
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MoDOT Updates- Both Sides of the River
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed ongoing MoDOT projects in St. Charles County. The largest project, Improve I-70 East, spans from Warrenton to…
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Data Centers or Data Dumps?
The discussion on the West and Mid Rivers Insider PodCast focused on the growing importance and divisive nature of data centers. Tim Weber, Dan Fox, and Laura…
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Reviewing One Star Reviews
The podcast discussion centered on the impact of online reviews, particularly one-star reviews, on small businesses. The hosts debated the usefulness and…
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ELECTION SPECIAL: The results are in!
CORRECTION: The Ellisville Ballpark proposition required 57% approval, and thus did not pass. The discussion covered the results of a fire district proposal in…
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Cardinals Preview Special Episode
The Western Mid Rivers Insider Podcast Special Edition discussed the St. Louis Cardinals' recent performance and future direction. The team has won both series…
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Taxing times
The conversation revolves around local tax issues and community activities. Speakers discuss their weekend activities, including visiting parks, bowling, and…
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What's the future of the SSD?
The podcast discusses the Department of Justice's scathing report on the St. Louis County Special School District's use of seclusion and restraint, revealing…
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Should we ban TikTok for kids?
The discussion centered on the potential ban of social media for children under 13, prompted by Armstrong Williams' column and Scott Galloway's comparison of…
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Why did we change the cover?
The team discussed the recent changes to their newspaper's cover design, emphasizing the shift towards more informative and local news content. They…
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Are You Eligible for RECA?
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed the recent inclusion of St. Louis in the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) zones, affecting North…
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This Basketball Team Is (Almost) Unbeatable
Tim Weber and Dan Fox interview Dan Rolfes, head basketball coach at Incarnate Word Academy, about his coaching journey and the success of his team. Roefs has…
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Stories to Watch in 2026
The discussion covered various local and regional issues for 2026. In St. Louis County, the county executive race saw unexpected announcements from Sam Page…
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The "Best Of" Special
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed the results of the "Best of West County" awards. With 89,310 votes cast, notable winners included Lucky Dog…
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Just Say Know- Inside the modern DEA
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed the decline in drug overdose deaths in the U.S., with 80,000 deaths in 2024 compared to 110,000 in 2023…
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What a Picture's Worth
The Western Mid Rivers Insider Podcast episode features Tim Weber, Dan Fox, and Lou Countryman discussing the evolution of sports photography and the…
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Kids These Days
The conversation revolves around the topic of youth behavior and Thanksgiving plans. Speaker 1 discusses a Wall Street Journal story about "cousin walks" at…
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Breast Cancer Awareness
Laura Brown, a breast cancer survivor, hosts a podcast discussing her journey and those of two other survivors, Rebecca Salem and Melissa Pike, and oncologist…
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Anti-Social Media
The discussion on the West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast centered on the disruptive impact of social media on society, particularly on young people. The hosts…
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This episode is spooky
The podcast discusses the preferences for Halloween versus Christmas. Dan enjoys Halloween for its horror movies, trick-or-treating, and fall activities, while…
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This podcast is the GOAT
The podcast episode discussed the decline of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, noting the shuttering of Feast magazine and the end of the Monday print edition…
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An Interview with Parkway Superintendent Dr. Melissa Schneider
Dr. Melissa Schneider, the new superintendent of Parkway School District, discussed her transition from Loveland, Colorado, to West St. Louis County…
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Redistricting Redux
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed the recent approval of Missouri's new congressional district map, which splits Senate District 5 and expands…
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Redistricting, Rush Limbaugh Style
Tim Weber discusses the controversial redistricting process in Missouri, emphasizing its importance despite its dry subject matter. He explains that the U.S…
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Back To School Special
The conversation revolves around the back-to-school season, with participants discussing the impact of summer's end, the performance of interns, and the…
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Celebrate Wildwood and Manchester Homecoming
CORRECTION: CELEBRATE WILDWOOD does have Fireworks! We misspoke at 24:44. Celebrate Wildwood DOES have fireworks at 9:15 p.m. to end the fun! Tim Weber…
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20 National Championships in 10 Years?
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast features Dan Clerke, Director of Esports at Maryville University, discussing the rapid growth and success of the…
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The Fiasco Episode- Page and Dominguez
The podcast discusses two significant local stories. First, the Francis Howell School District's hiring and subsequent resignation of Superintendent Mike…
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COVID's Impact on Business - 5 Years Later
The discussion on the West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast focused on the impact of COVID-19 on businesses five years later. Key points included MasterCard's…
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Driving Through on ATVs?
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed local stories, including the overwhelming response to the "Best of" nomination period, with numerous…
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The Next Generation of Journalists
This episode features a discussion on the challenges and evolving landscape of journalism. Tim Weber, Dan Fox, and interns Amanda Favazza and Elle Rotter…
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A Pod About A Pod
The West End Mid Rivers Insider Podcast team discussed their podcast's direction, considering YouTube streaming, interview formats, and content variety. They…
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The Heat Is On
Tim Weber discusses the critical need for increased nuclear energy production in the U.S. to address global warming and compete with China. He highlights that…
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No Kings Protest in West County
The podcast discusses the "No Kings" protest in St. Louis and St. Charles, noting its large attendance and peaceful nature. The St. Louis County Animal Shelter…
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Rockwood Superintendent Dr. Curtis Cain
Dr. Curtis Cain, Superintendent of the Rockwood School District, discussed the 2024-2025 school year, highlighting a new teacher contract and weather-related…
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How do we choose what to write about?
The West and Mid Rivers News Magazine Insider Podcast discussed story pitches focusing on localizing national headlines and identifying significant trends…
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Who are we? The changing demographics of our area
The discussion centered on the Missouri legislature's repeal of the paid sick leave portion of Prop A, which also included a higher minimum wage. The repeal…
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Hi Mom(s)!
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed the St. Louis Cardinals' nine-game winning streak and transitioned to a Mother's Day-themed episode. Dan Fox…
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100 Days Report Card + Real ID is Real
The West Insider Podcast discussed the Real ID law, effective May 7, 2025, requiring a starred ID for air travel. The hosts evaluated Trump's first 100 days…
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Parks and Recreation
The discussion centered on the various parks and recreational activities in St. Louis and St. Charles Counties. Participants highlighted the renovations and…
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Measles Outbreak and Cell Phone Policies
The podcast discusses the current measles outbreak in the U.S., with 800 cases already reported, surpassing last year's total. The conversation highlights the…
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All Grown Up- How big should we get?
The discussion on the West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast covered the development dynamics in St. Charles County and Wildwood, Missouri. Key points included…
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Special Election Episode
In a special election edition of The Insider Podcast, hosts Tim Weber, Dan Fox, and Laura Brown discuss the results of recent elections in St. Charles and St…
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News Updates Plus **SPECIAL BONUS- We Wrote a Song?**
The meeting discussed the creation of a podcast and the COVID fraud story, highlighting a federal prosecutor's strong interview. They debated the…
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Ugly Islands Go the Way of the Dodo! Plus More Chaos
local-news-roundup-aka-the-chaos-episode Transcript https://otter.ai/u/spWPUtfFcbY-44xGM-vfkKk0QQs?view=transcript The Insider Podcast discussed the removal of…
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COVID: 5 Years Later
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed the upcoming Cardinals opening day and the excitement surrounding the team, particularly the decision to…
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Putting Teachers to the Test?
The Insider Podcast discussed the Rockwood teacher pay issue, where union members voted 89% approval for a 10% salary increase over two years. A University of…
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Interview: Alliance for Healthy Communities
The Insider Podcast episode features an interview with Kristi Scoville, Program Director for the Alliance for Healthy Communities, and Detective Kevin Restivo…
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45 Days of Trump
The West and Mid Rivers Insider Podcast discussed the first 45 days of Donald Trump's second term, highlighting the whirlwind nature of events and the…
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This podcast went to the dogs
The podcast discusses Missouri's ongoing puppy mill problem, with the state having 23 of the 100 worst animal breeders in the U.S. for the 12th consecutive…
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Hey, a Government Entity Wants to Fire People, and it's not DOGE!
The West Insider Podcast discussed Proposition B in St. Louis County, which allows the county council to remove department heads with a five to seven vote. The…