Daily Brief: Monday, July 6, 2026

St. Louis news worth your time today — curated by PubDef, with receipts from the archive. Click through for the full stories.

Missouri cannabis workers notch union wins as organizing spreads

Missouri cannabis workers are trying to turn a string of recent union victories into broader organizing momentum across the state. High Profile Cannabis dispensary workers in Columbia last week… — Missouri Independent

I once wrote that two moments explained Mike Parson’s tenure. Make it three

When Mike Parson left office 18 months ago, I wrote that two moments explained his six years as Missouri governor. The first was a pandemic press briefing where a besieged Parson decided not to take… — Missouri Independent

📼 From the PubDef archive: “Irene, Maida and Mike — a Tale of Delusion, Promise and Possibility” (Nov 2008)

New center helps trauma survivors heal 

For survivors of violent crime, healing often requires more than counseling. Many struggle with post-traumatic stress, depression and anxiety while also facing practical barriers such as… — St. Louis American

Hubbard promoted to Regions leadership role

Mia Hubbard has been appointed retail service delivery manager for Regions Bank’s branch network across the Southeast, Midwest and Texas. Hubbard began her career with Regions as a teller in East… — St. Louis American

📼 From the PubDef archive: “Hubbard Fights Back Against Hypocritical Attacks” (Jul 2008)

Jordan Walker named to his first NL All-Star team

Jordan Walker, whose stellar 2026 season has propelled the St. Louis Cardinals to postseason contention, was named to his first All-Star team on the Fourth of July before his team blanked the rival… — St. Louis American

📼 From the PubDef archive: “Blunt Grants Christmas Pardons” (Dec 2007)

Most Christians want to give consistently. Only about ⅓ do.

At offering time in many churches, worshippers often hear that God loves a cheerful giver. A new national study suggests that while generosity remains strong among Christians, there is a significant… — St. Louis American

📼 From the PubDef archive: “Irene, Maida and Mike — a Tale of Delusion, Promise and Possibility” (Nov 2008)

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