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Mayor Jones, Spencer to face off April 8th
‘It’s not over by a long shot.’
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COMPLIMENTARY
Carol Ann Johnson Clay passes at 89 Wife of William Clay Sr.
By Sylvester Brown, Jr. St. Louis American A crowd gathered at Mayor Tishaura Jones’ election night watch party on Tuesday March 4, 2025, seemed unusually quiet. The event was held at Laborer’s Local 42 in midtown St. Louis, and unlike election night parties where guests nervously mingle with food or drinks in hand, this group sat demurely at long white tables. They watched a huge TV screen that displayed results indicating Jones was destined to finish second of four candidates - far behind the leading vote-getter 8th Ward Alderwoman Cara Spencer. The mood changed dramatically a little before 10 p.m. when Jones took the stage to raucous hoots and hollers from the crowd. “We have come too far to stop halfway, and our
Vol. 96 No. 48
The St. Louis American
Photo by Wiley Price / St. Louis American
Mayor Tishaura Jones speaking to the media after learning that 8th Ward Alderwoman Cara Spencer was the top vote-getter in Tuesday’s mayoral primary. The two will now compete head-to-head in the April 8 general election.
Carol Ann Clay, the matriarch of one of St. Louis’ most prominent and historic African American families, has died at her home in suburban Washington, DC. Carol Clay, a native of St. Louis, MO, was born to Helen Kelley and Jerald Johnson on November 6, 1935. Carol attended Rosati-Kain Academy and graduated from Sumner High School in the historic Ville Neighborhood in 1953. Later that year, Carol married the love of her life, Bill Clay. They were devoted life partners for 71-years. Carol Ann She was a loving Clay and devoted mother to Vicki, Lacy and Michelle. She was also a proud grandmother and great-grandmother. Carol Clay’s entire adult life was filled with family, friends and politics. During the height of the civil rights movement, she stood shoulder to shoulder in support of her husband as he led the historic Jefferson Bank protests in St. Louis. The fight to establish social and economic justice for minorities, women, the poor and workers was the central force driving and shaping their efforts for seven decades. In 1955, as Bill was completing his service in the U.S. Army, the couple lived
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Many Dems trash Trump during speech By Alvin A. Reid St. Louis American Photo by Taylor Marrie / St. Louis American
Art In Bloom
The annual Art In Bloom event included many family craft opportunities at The Saint Louis Art Museum on March 2, 2025.
St. Louis to again shine on 314 Day By Ashley Winters The St. Louis American 314 Day a perfect occasion to celebrate the people, places, businesses, and spirit of unity that make it so special. This year’s festivities kick off on Saturday, March 8, and culminate on Friday, March 14. The week celebrates all things St. Louis with celebrations and special deals highlighting local makers, musicians, artists, businesses,
organizations, and neighborhoods that are proudly #STLMade. “314 Day continues to grow bigger and better every year — beyond anything we could have ever imagined — uniting people from all walks of life to celebrate and bring positivity to our community,” said Tatum Polk, co-founder of 314 Day. Polk says this year’s celebration will honor all St. Louis neighborhoods and include various ways St. Louisans cel-
LIVING IT
Lil Wayne, the hottest star under the sun
For the St. Louis show, Wayne shared the spotlight with The Hot Boys, his original partners in rhyme, as he performed his past and recent hits at the Enterprise Center last night (Friday, Feb. 28).
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ebrate the local holiday according to their tradition. There will be landing spots where everyone can upload photos and videos online using #314Day. “This is to see what makes St. Louis, St. Louis for everyone,” said Polk. “It’s more culture-based this year,” he added. 314 Day goes beyond the actual day. For those who have moved out of
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Keisha Lee, CEO of Annie Malone Children & Family Services, was a guest of Congressman Wesley Bell during President Trump’s address to Congress on Tuesday night in Washington D.C. She saw quite a show, as Democratic House members protested throughout the evening, refused to attend or wore attire directly intended to reach constituents through the nation. Republicans hold a narrow advantage over Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives and that house is truly divided. In a historic show of rebellion against President Trump during Tuesday night’s address to Congress, Democrats either refused to attend, disrupted the “MAGA rally,” or wore protest shirts while sitting stone face and silent. Bell did not protest during the evening but told Jason Rosenbaum of St. Louis Public Radio interview before Trump’s
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SPORTS
‘KIPPing’ up with district hoops tournaments
It’s time to give out a few “Shout Outs” for postseason excellence The girls basketball team at KIPP St. Louis gets one for winning a Class 3 district championship last weekend.
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