SUMMARY: Rebuilding Together St. Louis organized a volunteer event to repair and enhance the homes of low-income homeowners and veterans. On a blessed Saturday, volunteers focused on safety upgrades, including installing smoke detectors and grab bars, while also refreshing outdoor areas. The nonprofit aims to enable residents to safely remain in their homes, dedicating significant resources—with around 1,000 volunteers involved annually. This fall, they are set to repair 26 homes across St. Louis City and County. Generous support from various companies, such as Essence Healthcare and ARCO Construction, facilitates essential repairs like garage door installations and gutter clean-ups.

Many homeowners in the City of St. Louis and in St. Louis County are thankful for a group of volunteers dropping by their homes this weekend.

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SUMMARY: Charges have been filed against 40-year-old Andrew Montgomery after a house fire revealed illegal weapons and explosives in his home on Lake Constance. Investigators with the bomb and arson unit discovered suspicious chemicals and an improvised explosive device (IED) while firefighters extinguished the blaze. Montgomery confessed to possessing the IED, as well as firearms and other components. He is now facing charges for unlawful possession and manufacture of an illegal weapon.

Authorities discovered a drug lab inside a home Friday while investigating a suspicious fire in St. Louis County. The homeowner is now charged and behind bars.

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SUMMARY: River Crossing Rehabilitation is partnering with a new prosthetic clinic in Creve Coeur to host a Fall Festival on Thursday, October 10, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The event aims to support individuals with limb loss and mobility challenges by bringing the community together and showcasing their unique prosthetic program. Over 30 vendors, including doctors and mobility companies, will participate, providing resources and activities for attendees. The festival encourages community engagement and highlights River Crossing’s focus on in-house rehabilitation and therapy, ensuring personalized care for residents. The event is open to the public and promotes local connections.

River Crossing Rehabilitation is partnering with a new prosthetic clinic in Creve Coeur. They’re hosting a ‘Fall Festival’ bringing the community together and supporting people with limb loss or mobility challenges. Luigi Depasquale from River Crossing Rehab joins us to tell us more.

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