We are diving straight into the official launch of summer as May fades into the rear-view mirror. While regional travel and highway gridlocks took up most of the mainstream conversation this past week, our local blocks stayed incredibly active. From major legislative shifts on the floor of the Board of Aldermen to dominant home turf sports performances and expanding neighborhood market corridors, here is your definitive wrap-up of the week that was.
🏛️ Local Government & Civic Updates
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen wrapped up essential structural committee business as May drew to a close. Among the most prominent legislative items, Board Bill 113 (sponsored by Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier) and Board Bill 59 (sponsored by Alderwoman Sharon Tyus) officially hit their legal effective dates on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Affordable Housing Incentives: Board Bill 113 provides a substantial tool for localized urban development by introducing a 15-year tax abatement frame. It is explicitly designed to incentivize the structural development and long-term rehabilitation of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects directly within our neighborhood footprints.
Infrastructure & Infrastructure Adjustments: Board Bill 59 finalized the vacation of specific public air rights on Taylor Avenue, just south of Children's Place, clearing the way for adjacent medical complex upgrades and regional alignment projects.
Read More: Keep tabs on live-streamed legislative floor debates, upcoming agendas, and active video archives through the public City of St. Louis YouTube Governance Stream or review current committee updates on the main City of St. Louis Board of Aldermen Hub.
⚽ Sports: CITY2 Shuts Out North Texas at Energizer Park
While our top-tier MLS squad handles its regular-season rotation, St. Louis' development squad, CITY2, put on an absolute clinic on Saturday evening, May 30. Playing in front of an energetic home crowd at Energizer Park, the team secured a dominant 2-0 shutout victory against a formidable North Texas SC side.
The Breakdown: Following a scoreless, defensive first half, the game broke wide open in the 48th minute with a high-pressure own goal forced by a dangerous St. Louis box attack. Forward Mykhi Joyner completely solidified the win in the 64th minute with a brilliant right-footed strike into the top right corner. The goal marks his 36th career MLS NEXT Pro goal, putting him just one strike away from tying the league's all-time scoring record.
Roster Milestones: The clean sheet marks goalkeeper Colin Welsh’s sixth of the season. Additionally, U-16 academy standouts Kane Kraus and Blake Wilson both earned their professional debuts, subbing onto the pitch in the second half to secure the win.
Read More: Review the complete box score, post-game player quotes, and full seasonal stats via the Official St. Louis CITY SC Match Center.
⚾ Cardinals Weekend Check-In
The St. Louis Cardinals spent their weekend hosting a classic, high-intensity I-70 rivalry series against the Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium.
Friday, May 29: The Redbirds opened the weekend series strong, edgeing out the Cubs in a thrilling 6-5 battle on the turf.
Saturday, May 30: The offense hit a wall as the Cubs bounced back to claim a 6-1 victory.
Sunday, May 31: The Cardinals reclaimed the momentum to close out the weekend on a high note, delivering a definitive 5-1 win to clinch the series in front of the home crowd.
Read More: Secure up-to-date box scores, promotional schedules, and stadium tickets for the upcoming homestand against the Texas Rangers directly at the MLB.com Cardinals Schedule Portal.
🍉 Community: Summer Markets in Full Swing
Outdoor community spaces across the region have officially shifted into high gear, drawing dense foot traffic as neighbors look to support local creators, growers, and bakers.
The Saturday Morning Mainstay: The Tower Grove Farmers' Market saw an incredible local turnout this past Saturday morning. Neighbors flooded the lawns of Tower Grove Park to source seasonal organic greens, fresh pastries, and locally roasted beans.
The Mid-Week Sunset Anchor: For residents looking to restock mid-week, the market's popular Tuesday evening hours (4:00 PM to sunset) are officially back in motion for the summer season, serving as a massive post-work picnic and food truck social hub. Track vendor maps and holiday hours on the Tower Grove Park Event Calendar.
The Weekday Evening Pivot: Over in Southwest City, the Rockwell Beer Garden Farmers' Market at Francis Park is running its dedicated Thursday evening setups (4:00 PM to dusk), offering a laid-back weekday alternative where residents can stock up on farm-fresh produce while grabbing a local craft pour or wood-fired tavern pizza. Learn more via the Rockwell Beer Company Francis Park Hub.
The Mid-County Counterpart: To catch the weekend crowd that misses the Saturday morning rush, The Boulevard Farmers' Market in Richmond Heights anchors Sunday mornings (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM). Located right in the central open-air retail promenade, it delivers a curated mix of regional artisans, fresh-cut flowers, and specialty baked goods. Browse vendor schedules at The Boulevard Event Directory.