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Norah Morley in 2023 on the set of “Soul on Fire" by her trailer. Photo courtesy of Rebecca Morley.

Sperreng student appears in new movie, ‘Soul on Fire,’ premiering this month

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor October 9, 2025

It’s not every day Hollywood stars come to St. Louis, though on Oct. 2, actors William H. Macy, John Corbett and Joel Courtney graced the city for the red carpet premiere of their new movie, “Soul...

Smith's portrait of Matt Smith’s Doctor with the TARDIS (a fictional hybrid of a time machine and spacecraft that appears in the British science fiction television series “Doctor Who”).

Terry Smith’s ‘Accidental Geekery’ melds pop culture, photography, nostalgia

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call September 4, 2025

For Terry Smith, a South County local and a 2002 Webster University graduate in photojournalism, photographing action figures isn’t just a job — it’s the realization of a 12-year-old’s dream. But...

Amanda Lindsey shuffles a deck of cards. Photo courtesy of Elisa Lindsey.

Magic Amanda brings the magic home: St. Louis magician, Oakville High School alum to headline Duck Room following ‘Penn & Teller’ appearance

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call August 7, 2025

After mesmerizing audiences nationwide on the hit show “Penn & Teller: Fool Us,” St. Louis native Amanda Lindsey, known as Magic Amanda, is returning to her roots for a highly anticipated performance...

El Monstero performs to a live audience. Photo courtesy of Jeremy Housewright.

El Monstero’s Jake Elking tells all ahead of band’s big August show

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call July 31, 2025

For nearly two decades, Jake Elking has been a cornerstone of El Monstero, St. Louis’ legendary Pink Floyd tribute band. What began as a local homage to one of rock’s most influential bands has transformed...

AnnaKait Peters-Bahkou, Lutheran South '25, was in the ensemble of "Come From Away," the second show of the Muny's 2025 season. Photo courtesy of Lutheran South High School.

South County youths take the stage at The Muny

By Ashlynn Couch, Staff Reporter July 17, 2025

The Muny is a hallmark of St. Louis in the summer. As the sun went down each night over the outdoor theatre — now the winner of a Regional Theatre Tony Award — audience members with a keen eye may...

Local bands perform free shows across St. Louis County parks this summer

Local bands perform free shows across St. Louis County parks this summer

June 4, 2025

 Editor's Note: The Two Pedros concert on June 4 was canceled due to inclement weather. In celebration of its 75th year, the St. Louis County Parks and Recreation Department invites the South County...

Maggie Kuntz

Cor Jesu Academy alumna shines on Broadway

By Ashlynn Couch, Staff Reporter May 29, 2025

 Eleven years ago, Maggie Kuntz stepped into Cor Jesu Academy. She was a freshman with a handful of voice and dance lessons under her belt, but she had yet to dazzle the fine arts department at her new...

Samuel Engel

Oakville High School sophomore Samuel Engel makes waves in local music scene

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor May 22, 2025

Though only a sophomore at Oakville High School, Samuel Engel has already made a name for himself in the local music scene.  Starting his musical journey on drums during the COVID-19 pandemic, Engel...

Samuel Engel playing with Aragon. Photo provided by Jen Engel.

Local teen musician Samuel Engel to be featured on Nine PBS

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor May 6, 2025

Oakville High School sophomore Samuel Engel has been making waves in the local music scene. Starting his musical journey on drums during the COVID-19 pandemic, Engel has since moved to the bass guitar,...

South County Community Calendar: Week of Friday, March 21 through Thursday, March 27

South County Community Calendar: Week of Friday, March 21 through Thursday, March 27

March 20, 2025

Friday, March 21  SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting chair yoga at 10:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $3 and SilverSneakers is accepted. SAJE...

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