ST. LOUIS – Later this month, the World Chess Hall of Fame will commemorate its 10 years of being headquartered in the Central West End by opening its first museum-wide exhibition.
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Mind, Art, Experience: 10 Years of Chess & Culture in Saint Louis
1/22/2022 – “Mind, Art, Experience: 10 Years of Chess & Culture in Saint Louis” celebrates the best chess, art and culture from all 50 exhibitions held at the WCHOF since its 2011 relocation to Saint Louis, Missouri. The three-floor show features more than 120 artworks and artifacts, including pieces related to legendary World Champions Bobby Fischer, Anatoly Karpov, Garry Kasparov, and Boris Spassky.
Editorial: Sinquefield’s gambit has made St. Louis the official capital of American chess
U.S. Chess Federation plans headquarters move to St. Louis
ST. LOUIS — The U.S. Chess Federation, a nonprofit governing body for chess players and supporters, plans to move its headquarters to St. Louis from Crossville, Tennessee, sometime this year.
Sinquefield donations start flowing in Missouri again
With the 2022 statewide elections just around the corner, Missouri’s most prolific political donor is breaking out his checkbook once again.
Rex Sinquefield, a retired investor from St. Louis, didn’t make a single political contribution in 2021 until Dec. 11.
Missouri officials unveil Bicentennial Bridge
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Hundreds of visitors enjoyed a new view of the capital city Monday after crossing the newly-opened Bicentennial Bridge connecting the statehouse to the Missouri River.
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World Chess Hall of Fame scores a checkmate in holiday gifts
Life, checkers, and chess – these games are making a comeback with Gen Z, and why not? They are fun and good for the brain. What’s also good for the brain is giving a great gift to your favorite chess player. The Chess Club Hall of Fame is holding Jingle, an over-the-top holiday pop-up. You can buy chess sets and décor all while attending during “nice” or “naughty” hours. Read the Article
Game Changers 2021: The year of the Filipino athlete
From champions to medalists, to record breakers and historic moments, the year 2021 has been a great year for Philippine sports.
Get your holiday drink on at these St. Louis pop-ups
Some dread the winter holidays; others think they’re the most wonderful time of the year. Whatever your feelings on the season might be, holiday pop-ups are an undeniably fun and festive way to close out the year. Here a few spots to give your holiday spirit a little extra spark. Read the Article
St. Louis: America’s right-sized hidden gem
Over the past 20 months, a lot has changed in our country, and for many people these changes include their address. America has been experiencing a shuffle as people explore options to relocate, driven by financial and social factors, as well as a shift to remote work. The ability to live anywhere and work remotely has provided the chance for people to seek residence based on quality of life, not just employment.
