Missouri is in the last leg of a major push by the government, private companies and nonprofits, including AARP, to extend high-speed internet access to every state resident. Missouri has allocated $261 million of its American Rescue Plan Act funding for broadband efforts. And, last year, the federal Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program awarded the state an additional $1.7 billion — the biggest public investment of its kind in Missouri to date.
Missouri residents can schedule new COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.
In June, AARP awarded a total of $52,500 to three nonprofits and a government entity in Missouri, as a part of the 2023 Community Challenge grants. The program funds quick-action projects to help make communities more livable for people of all ages. This year's winners are dedicated to improving the walkability of neighborhoods, expanding community gardens, enhancing transportation and building more accessory dwelling units.
Know of a St. Louis bus stop that’s in need of an overhaul? AARP in St. Louis, a sponsor of the Build a Better Bus Stop campaign by the nonprofit Citizens for Modern Transit, seeks nominations for its next transit transformation.
Raising awareness about breast cancer’s impact on Black women is the goal of the 14th Annual Sista Strut Breast Cancer Awareness Walk and Parade on Saturday, Oct. 7, in downtown St. Louis.