This week on Spotlight, discover an innovative response system designed to help first responders identify and address the unique medical needs of patients. Plus, we’ll take you on a journey to track down a legendary boat featured in iconic films—find out where it is now. We’ll also share the tale of a fourth-generation family of Missouri distillers keeping tradition alive. Then, hear how small businesses are shaping and preserving the spirit of Cherokee Street. And finally, meet the man who’s resurrecting music from 120 years ago, bringing it back to the heart of St. Louis.
STARS: Special Needs Tracking & Awareness Response System
The STARS program helps coordinate and coach ambulance districts, fire districts and community hospitals.
History Spotlight: The River Queen
The River Queen, a versatile boat from freight hauler to tourist attraction and film star, met its end in St. Louis.
Missouri Bourbon: Bottling History with Blacksmith Distillery
Missouri’s toasting to its 200th birthday with a glass of Missouri Bourbon; a spirit made with some of the world’s strictest guidelines, tradition and nostalgia.
Cherokee Street Small Business Renaissance
The Cherokee Street neighborhood has become a successful hub of minority-owned businesses like Butter Love, Profield Reserve and The Noir Bookshop.
Young Guy, Old Tunes-St. Louis’s Arcadia Dance Orchestra
A young Englishman moves to STL to play some very old music.