Wainwright Tomb, Zooline Railroad, and a Vaccine to Protect Newborns
Wainwright Tomb
Discover a historic local landmark created by one of the most famous American architects ever! The Wainwright Tomb in St. Louis’ Bellefontaine Cemetery was commissioned by a powerful beer baron in memory of his wife and is considered by many to be the most impressive tomb architecture in the United States.
Wednesday Night Jazz Jams
The Kranzberg Arts Foundation celebrates 10 years of Wednesday Night Jazz Jams at The Dark Room. This is a free community-focused event that helps to keep the art of jazz alive and accessible to all in St. Louis.
Webster Arts Members
This year Webster Arts started its own members program, and their current exhibit showcases these artists who are supporting their mission to enrich the lives of people in the community through art.
New ACL Implant Procedure
Meet a young man who is the first person in the region to undergo a new type of surgery and learn how this procedure accelerated his recovery time.
Vaccine to Protect Newborns
A St. Louis startup has received millions in federal funding to work on a vaccine for a dangerous infection that doctors must watch out for when women are close to giving birth.
60 Years of the Zooline Railroad
Everyone loves the train at the Saint Louis Zoo! The Emerson Zooline Railroad is the largest miniature railroad operation in the United States and this year it celebrates it's 60th anniversary with the addition of its first electric train.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
In this week's episode, a group giving back and helping connect kids with sports even if they can't afford the equipment, how Saint Louis University's football team helped change the game as we know it, an organization providing fresh local greens to families during the holidays and year round, find out why Thanksgiving Day can be one of the busiest days for Emergency Rooms and Urgent Cares, the history of the iconic "Joy of Cooking" and it's connection to St. Louis, a movement to be thankful for that is making kid's rest a priority.
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