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Independent photojournalist/protest documenter, bird watcher, gardener, wheelchair user with Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
she/her
Granite City, IL (St Louis Metro East)
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Heather ♿📷 @missjupiter1957.bsky.social · Nov 11
A year ago tonight I received the most devastating call of my life telling me you were gone.
You cared & fought for me, & for so many others, & you encouraged my free thought & creativity & search for knowledge while anchoring me with your moral guidance.
I love you, Mom 💔
Photo of my mom, an older white woman with shoulder-length grey hair & glasses, wearing a blue St Louis University sweatshirt with a black & white keffiyah around her neck, leaning on a wooden walking stick in front of the Kajieme Powell memorial covered in stuffed animals, in St Louis on January 31, 2016.
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We never got to meet in person, but we were friends online for over a decade. She was such a brilliantly funny, astute, & fierce advocate for civil & human rights.
R.I.P., Alice Wong ♿🕊️
sesmith.lol s. e. smith @sesmith.lol · 11d
‘Death remains my intimate shadow partner. It has been with me since birth, always hovering close by. I understand one day we will finally waltz together into the ether. I hope when that time comes, I die with the satisfaction of a life well-lived, unapologetic, joyful, & full of love.’
—Alice Wong
November 15, 2025 at 7:18 AM
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Aurora borealis
Granite City, Illinois
Photo of pink aurora in dark sky with road in foreground.
November 12, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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Anyone in Illinois that needs help with food can click this link to find pantries near you. It includes the St Louis area if you're on the Missouri side of the river 💙
www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?it...
IDHS: Food Connections
IDHS Help Line 1-800-843-6154 1-866-324-5553 TTY
www.dhs.state.il.us
November 1, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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From a friend in Columbia, MO — the frogs have made it. A huge #nokings rally there, too. 🐸
Frogs protesting
October 18, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Big turnout in St. Louis even with non-stop rain. #NoKings #STL #StLouis
No kings stl with arch
October 18, 2025 at 8:55 PM
missjupiter1957.bsky.social
Despite the rain, I estimate at least a couple hundred people showed up for #NoKings in Edwardsville, Illinois this afternoon.
Older white man at No Kings rally in Edwardsville, IL holds sign that says "we stand with Chicago / U.S. military out of cities!" Rainy scene of dozens of protesters holding signs along sidewalk at intersection. A man walks towards them across the crosswalk carrying a sign with a crown crossed out. Sign with pride flags & resistance symbols "we the people / all people" behind an umbrella with variations of "no kings" on each panel including one with the Portland Frog & the word "resist." Person in red rain poncho holding a hand-drawn sign of the Portland Frog kicking a crown with " no kings" text at bottom.
October 18, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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Ferguson & St Louis activists have been using what's known as the 'Assata Chant' for over a decade.
September 26, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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💔 Rest in power, Dorian
2 photos of a young Black man with medium-length hair twists, Dorian Johnson, releasing a dove in Ferguson, MO on August 9, 2022; the 8th anniversary of his friend Mike Brown's death at the hands of a Ferguson police officer.
September 7, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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#stlwx #ilwx
Double rainbow over large roadway at dawn in Granite City, Illinois.
September 2, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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10 years ago today, I covered the protest and aftermath of a police shooting of 18-year-old Mansur Ball-Bey.

It was a privilege to interview Mansur's father Dennis on our show this week. He took us inside the tragedy of his son's death, but also shared with us some of the story of his life.
10 years and $19M later, Mansur Ball-Bey's family is still fighting St. Louis for justice
A jury awarded Mansur Ball-Bey’s family nearly $19 million in a wrongful death lawsuit. Instead of paying, the city is seeking a new trial.
www.stlpr.org
August 19, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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Michael Brown Jr's family & supporters gathered at the memorial site on Canfield Dr this morning to commemorate the 11th anniversary of his killing by a Ferguson, MO police officer.
Former U.S. Congresswoman Cori Bush addresses a gathering of Mike Brown's family & supporters at the Michael Brown Jr. Memorial on Canfield Dr in Ferguson, MO on the 11th anniversary of his death. Mike Brown Sr. with supporters beside his son's memorial which is decorated with stuffed animals, blue roses, & a Black Lives Matter banner. Lezley McSpadden greets supporters at the Michael Brown Jr Memorial site, AKA Ground Zero, on the 11th anniversary of her son's death. Text of plaque mounted at the new permanent Michael Brown Jr Memorial that was installed on Canfield Dr in Ferguson, MO earlier this year: "August 9, 2014, near high noon, marked a pivotal moment in my journey. As I walked down Canfield Drive with Dorian Johnson, Officer Darren Wilson's harsh words and actions, ignited a chain of events that would forever change how the world viewed policing. Despite our compliance, he aggressively pulled me into his vehicle, and a shot rang out, taking my thumb. Fear propelled me forward, but I chose to surrender, hands raised high. Though brutally wounded, I found strength in resilience. As I lay in the street for 4 1/2 hours, my family's pleas for justice and my community's outcry against injustice fueled a movement. My mother's unwavering dedication, my father's unrelenting advocacy, and Bro. Anthony Shahid's powerful chant, 'Hands Up Don't Shoot,' echoed through the streets. In death, I found purpose - to heal, to inspire, and to bring change. My legacy lives on, a testament to the transformative power of courage and conviction. I Am Chosen for Change"
August 9, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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The largest protest since BLM or Stockley. #stl #nokings #noKingsDay
Thousands
June 14, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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Huge turnout for #NoKings in #STL
A group of demonstrators standing outside in downtown saint louis, mo with the gateway arch in the background. Someone holding a sign that says “I like St. Louis neat - NO ICE”
June 14, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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#nokings Alton, IL
Many people with signs and flags at the no kings protest this morning in Alton, Illinois.
June 14, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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#stlprotest
Tamm overpass.
June 11, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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If you are a member of the US military and have questions about conscientious objection, you can reach out to the GI Rights hotline:

877-447-4487
girightshotline.org/en/military-...
If your conscience troubles you... you may have options Published 23 Jan 2025 by girights In recent years, we have gotten calls on the GI Rights Hotline from service members concerned about having to police the US-Mexican border and/or police demostrations in the US. Others feel disturbed by US support for specific overseas operations, like Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank. Many call us with a troubled conscience, and some ask about applying for a conscientious objection (CO) discharge. Military regulations spell out very specific criteria for military members to qualify as a conscientious objector. Keep reading to see if a CO discharge may be appropriate for you. Even if you don't meet the definition of a conscientious objector, you may still qualify for a different discharge. You can call us on the hotline to discuss your options: 877-447-4487.
June 8, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Volunteers are needed for #tornadorelief clean-up this week!

4343 W Florissant
9:30am—3:30pm

My spouse has volunteered and reports it’s incredibly well-organized!

Donations still needed as well, focusing on food right now.

#ActionStLouis #ForTheCultureSTL
A flyer from Action STL and For the Culture STL which reads: The People’s Response MAY 28, 2025 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 9:30AM-3:30PM 4343 W FLORISSANT, 63115 FOOD - FRUIT CUPS - CANNED MEALS - PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY - RICE AND PASTA - WATER - GRANOLA BARS - INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED SNACKS BABY - DIAPER RASH OINTMENT - BABY FORMULA SUPPLIES - BROOMS - SCREWS/NAILS - PAPER TOWELS - TRASH BAGS - TOILET PAPER - ZIPLOC BAGS - SMALL REUSABLE BAGS - COVID MASKS - REUSABLE BOXES/BINS - PET FOOD ACTIONSTL.ORG/TORNADO TO GET HELP, VOLUNTEER, OR DONATE.
May 28, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Food items are the most urgent needs for #tornadorelief today!

- canned fruits and veg
- canned meals
- PB&J
- rice and pasta
- water
- granola bars
- individually wrapped snacks

Drop off 10am-3pm at 4343 W Florissant. #ActionSTL #ForTheCultureSTL #thepeoplesresponse
A flyer from Action St. Louis and For the Culture STL which reads: THE PEOPLE’S RESPONSE MAY 27, 2025 BABY - PULL UPS IN LARGER SIZES FOOD - CANNED FRUITS AND VEGETABLES - CANNED MEALS - PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY - RICE AND PASTA - WATER - GRANOLA BARS - INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED SNACKS WE DO NOT NEED - PAPER TOWELS - TOILET PAPER - SMALL REUSABLE BAGS - REUSABLE BOXES/BINS - TRASH BAGS - ZIPLOC BAGS - COVID MASKS - PET FOOD SUPPLIES - BROOMS - SCREWS/NAILS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 9:30AM-3:30PM 4343 W FLORISSANT, 63115 ACTIONSTL.ORG/TORNADO TO GET HELP, VOLUNTEER, OR DONATE.
May 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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maxemilysm.bsky.social
Today’s urgent needs for #STL #tornadorelief:

- CANNED FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
- CANNED MEALS
- PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY
- RICE AND PASTA
- WATER
- GRANOLA BARS
- INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED SNACKS

- SIZE 7 DIAPERS
- PULL UPS
- BABY FOOD

- DOG FOOD & CAT FOOD

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#thepeoplesresonse
A flyer from Action STL and For the Culture STL which reads: THE PEOPLE’S RESPONSE May 25, 2025 FOOD - CANNED FRUITS AND VEGETABLES - CANNED MEALS - PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY - RICE AND PASTA - WATER - GRANOLA BARS - INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED SNACKS BABY - SIZE 7 DIAPERS - PULL UPS - BABY FOOD HOUSEHOLD - CLOROX WIPES - SINGLE USE ALCOHOL WIPES - PAPER TOWELS HYGIENE - BLACK YARD TRASH BAGS - L-XXL ADULT DIAPERS - GAUZE - PADS AND TAMPONS - TOOTHBRUSHES & TOOTHPASTE - LIQUID BODY SOAP PET - DOG FOOD & CAT FOOD SUPPLIES - RAIN PONCHOS/UMBRELLAS - TARPS - NITRILE GLOVES - METAL RAKES/SHOVELS 4343 W FLORISSANT, 63115 ACTIONSTL.ORG/TORNADO TO GET HELP, VOLUNTEER, OR DONATE.
May 25, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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lonesometoast.bsky.social
⚠️ UPDATED NEEDS LIST FOR TODAY ⚠️
ACTION -St. Louis- THE PEOPLE'S RESPONSE MAY 22, 2025 URGENT NEEDS • LARGE TARPS • NAILS AND SCREWS HAMMERS • FLASHLIGHTS/BATTERY OR SOLAR-POWERED LIGHTS • CLEANING SUPPLIES • DISINFECTANT WIPES • SCRUB SPONGES • CLOROX WIPES • DISINFECTANT SPRAYS • BLEACH • TOILET PAPER • DEODORANT • NON-PERISHABLE FOOD • BODY WASH • BODY WIPES • SMALLER BOTTLES OF DETERGENT • PADS/TAMPONS WE DO NOT NEED MASKS TOOTHBRUSHES & TOOTHPASTE WORK GLOVES PLEASE ONLY DROP OFF DONATIONS BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 A.M. AND 3 P.M. SO OUR TEAM HAS TIME TO TURN OVER FOR DINNER SERVICE. 4343 W FLORISSANT, 63115 ACTIONSTL.ORG/TORNADO TO GET HELP, VOLUNTEER, OR DONATE.
May 22, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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⚜️ STL mutual aid thread — i'll be adding links here to keep them all in one place; please feel free to to share info here too! #STL
May 17, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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torcho.bsky.social
#stl donation drop spots. #tornado
saintlouispres.bsky.social President Megan E. Green @saintlouispres.bsky.social · May 17
How you can help today.
For residents who may not have the ability to volunteer, you may drop off supplies at these locations: 2nd Shift Brewing 1601 Sublette Ave #2, St. Louis, MO 63110 Urban League of Metro St. Louis (after 2pm) 1408 Kingshighway Blvd Suite 108, St. Louis, MO 63113 (314) 615-3600 Power Creative (between 12pm and 5pm) 3221 Oak Hill Ave, St. Louis, MO 63116 O’Fallon Park Rec Complex 4343 W Florissant Ave, St. Louis, MO 63115 Organizations have expressed the need for physical supplies such as: Water Trash bags Flash lights Batteries First aid Non-perishable food Power banks Gloves Candles/lighters Safety goggles Diapers Masks Find more information, as well as a link to donate monetarily, on the City’s tornado resources webpage: www.stlouis-mo.gov/tornado. The City is urging residents to avoid self-deploying until emergency responders can clear affected areas from dangerous debris. If you must clear an area, please wear protective gear, including a mask, gloves, and close-toed shoes. If you see downed power lines or smell gas, please contact Ameren or Spire immediately. Try to stay off the roads and limit cellphone usage so that emergency responders can reach people in need.
May 17, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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stlpublicradio.bsky.social St. Louis Public Radio @stlpublicradio.bsky.social · May 16
NEW: Four people are confirmed dead and others are injured after severe thunderstorms and a tornado hit the St. Louis region Friday.
4 dead after storms and likely tornado rip through St. Louis
A Friday afternoon storm left a wake of damage from Clayton to north St. Louis.
www.stlpr.org
May 16, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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Lunar Eclipse
Granite City, Illinois
Full moon appearing red & more spherical than typical due to lunar eclipse.
March 14, 2025 at 10:49 AM