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Joy, not trauma, is the message Ari Axelrod wants Jewish St. Louis audiences to hear

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published June 16, 2026

Dynamic duo to lead Federation campaign as organization marks 125 years.

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published June 8, 2026

At 67, she’s competing in 46 events. At 81, he’s trying something new.

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published May 31, 2026

After war and distrust, one Israeli voice says peace is still possible

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published April 28, 2026

The rabbi behind Student to Student is taking on a new role in St. Louis

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published April 13, 2026

Can religion heal instead of divide? St. Louis will take up that question

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published March 23, 2026

Myron Holtzman covered Ozzie’s famous homer — and chose the losing locker room

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published March 12, 2026

More than 400 gather to honor the people behind St. Louis Jewish life

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published March 11, 2026

If you see a unicorn, a crab and a dude named Haman in University City, it’s Purim

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published March 3, 2026

Over 50? The Legends Games want you

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published March 2, 2026

PHOTOS: CRC’s Week of Music draws crowds and reconnects the community

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published February 19, 2026

$800 for Israel? A St. Louis couple makes it possible for teens

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published February 18, 2026

Where Jewish values meet real-world service in St. Louis

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published February 5, 2026

Missouri’s only kosher deli is back — and it just opened in Clayton

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published February 2, 2026

From cookbook star to Cardinals designer, Clayton High honors its Jewish grads

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published January 28, 2026

Missouri bill aims to protect Jewish students from antisemitism in public schools

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published January 12, 2026

Tamar Sher named Missouri Sportscaster of the Year by peers, first woman to earn the honor

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published January 6, 2026

Former St. Louisan leads U.S. effort to support IDF lone soldiers

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published January 4, 2026

St. Louis has a New Year’s Eve party that ends at 4 p.m. — and it’s very, very Jewish

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published December 7, 2025

A first look at the $2 billion plan that will reshape Chesterfield

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published December 7, 2025

Inside the legendary one-take Hanukkah album St. Louis still talks about

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published December 2, 2025

Why this St. Louis mandolin star won’t miss Hanukkah Hullabaloo — ever

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published November 30, 2025

The St. Louis Senior Olympics just got a new name — and a whole new vibe

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published November 25, 2025

A St. Louis pickleball standout heads to nationals, and finds fans along the way

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published November 21, 2025

PHOTOS: A craft fair turned into a rare moment of connection in Clayton

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published November 17, 2025

‘A meaningful milestone’: New Jewish cemetery opens in St. Charles County

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published November 5, 2025

As the shutdown drags on, St. Louis food pantry braces for surge in need

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published October 28, 2025

Run, walk, give back: the Olivette Turkey Trot turns 12

By Bill Motchan, Contributing Writer
Published October 28, 2025

Joan Lipkin brings ‘As One’ to St. Louis Opera stage for a bold debut

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published October 6, 2025

Inside the railcar: New Holocaust Museum exhibit shows what words can’t

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 9, 2025

JCC Fox Building renovation brings new life to Chesterfield

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 5, 2025

Staenberg Foundation turns 20 with $54M in community impact

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 2, 2025

Laid-back Midwest attracts NHBZ’s ‘chill’ new rabbi

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 20, 2025

Missouri schools say ‘never again’ with new Holocaust lessons for all

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 13, 2025

A hate crime just 350 yards from Kol Rinah, brings the community together

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 11, 2025

From music to matzah balls: St. Charles Jewish Festival draws thousands

BY BILL MOTCHAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published August 10, 2025

Young Israel of St. Louis welcomes new rabbi

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 7, 2025

New Mirowitz leader brings heart, history — and a baseball glove

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 23, 2025

Fighting antisemitism starts at home, St. Louis leaders say

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 15, 2025

Two generations later, Holocaust survivor’s gravestone is made right

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 9, 2025

‘Wandering Twos’ roll into St. Louis for Holocaust victim’s mission

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 9, 2025

Jewish St. Louisan’s bird dog is a national field champ

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 30, 2025

Jewish Light wins five Rockower Awards for excellence in Jewish journalism

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 24, 2025

From St. Louis with soy: Jewish family mixes faith and science to fix our roads

BY BILL MOTCHAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 4, 2025

How a rabbi and a bishop built a lasting St. Louis interfaith legacy

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 20, 2025

Andy Katzman spent decades coaching baseball — now his name is on the field

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 20, 2025

St. Louis chef Ben Poremba’s restaurants hit by tornado — here’s how you can help

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 18, 2025

Lifestyle choices can help keep memory exercised, functioning

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 7, 2025

Hot rods and heart: Jewish car lovers rev up memories and medals in Chesterfield

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 6, 2025

New JCRC leader addresses antisemitism in Affton and outlines bold vision for community ties

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 4, 2025

Ladue lacrosse standout Yael Sabin to join Team Israel after record-breaking high school career

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 4, 2025

Rallies and social posts are great, but here’s how you can really stand with Israel right now

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 28, 2025

Born in a ghetto, one day before it was sealed: Her story moved St. Louis to tears

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 27, 2025

From silence to singing: How St. Louis honors Israel’s most powerful week

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 21, 2025

Can you fight antisemitism without silencing speech? Missouri bill puts that to the test

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 10, 2025

From the Soviet Union to St. Louis: Russian Jews celebrate Passover in freedom

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 7, 2025

Gerstein legacy lives on: Covenant Place celebrates milestone and dedicates social hall

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 2, 2025

Graffiti of hate, response of hope: Affton families gather to combat antisemitism

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 1, 2025

Missouri’s big stand for Israel

By Bill Motchan, Spe
Published March 28, 2025

Antisemitism bill clears key hurdle in Jefferson City

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published March 16, 2025

St. Louis Jewish community supports Israeli family during medical journey

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published February 18, 2025

Hollywood duo brings hit podcast home—and fans can’t get enough!

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published February 14, 2025

Inside the Daniels brothers’ journey to mastering Jewish traditions and stacking up service honors!

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published February 10, 2025

Owlberta Wobblewings is back—and she might be bringing babies!”

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published December 18, 2024

Photos: Home Depot Hanukkah Experience

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published December 15, 2024

A food insecurity crisis is deepening in Israel: How a St. Louis connection is making a difference

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published November 1, 2024

Danny Jacobs’ St. Louis based podcast ‘How To Destroy Everything’ is back with new episodes

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published October 29, 2024

How the legacy of Jerome and Carol Loeb is still transforming education

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 8, 2024

Schnucks adds more kosher options at Ladue Crossing store

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 28, 2024

Meet the St. Louisan who has helped grow Israeli tennis program for all children

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 24, 2024

Jewish rockers bringing the sounds of New Orleans to St. Louis this weekend

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 26, 2024

Israeli doctor shares with us how hospitals serve Arab colleagues, patients, and even terrorists

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 29, 2024

From horror to hope: St. Louis funds vital trauma aid for Israeli festival survivors

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 28, 2024

Meet three St. Louis Jewish teens making a difference

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 28, 2024

St. Louis girls’ robotics team reaches world finals

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 19, 2024

How St. Louis Jewish war veterans of the Civil War fought back against antisemitism

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 19, 2024

Missouri lawmakers move forward with measures expressing solidarity with Israel

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 8, 2024

Double Celebration! How St. Louis is honoring Yom Hazikaron, Yom Haatzmaut

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 7, 2024

Missouri Governor honors Holocaust survivors, educators

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 7, 2024

JSU St. Louis finds new digs, set to transform Jewish teen experience

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 24, 2024

7,000 jazz musicians can’t be wrong. How St. Louis’ Peter Martin is transforming music education

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 12, 2024

St. Louis author shares how he found comfort within his grief after his mother passed

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published March 27, 2024

The J announces $13M renovation of Marilyn Fox Building in Chesterfield

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published March 17, 2024

Former St. Louis cantor hits all the notes singing national anthem at Cardinals game

By Bill Motchan, Special To The Jewish Light
Published March 6, 2024

Where you can see the new ‘Ribbon of Hope’ stand tall in St. Louis for all Israeli hostages

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published February 27, 2024

Gov. Parson, Jewish NFL owner discuss survival of Israel in St. Louis

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published February 7, 2024

St. Louis bicyclists invited to join global ride supporting hostages

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published January 7, 2024

Hard-working ‘Hanukkah Joe’ carries on one family’s longtime holiday tradition

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published December 6, 2023

Why former St. Louisan Eric Sirkin is a life long supporter of Israel’s Lone Solider Center

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published November 16, 2023

Photos: Local protesters want American Red Cross care for Israeli hostages

BY BILL MOTCHAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published November 9, 2023

For decades, this Jewish War Veterans’ veteran keeps St. Louis post ‘going in a straight line’

BY BILL MOTCHAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published November 8, 2023

St. Charles restaurant’s ‘kosher night’ raises thousands for Israel

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published November 6, 2023

Local middle schoolers unite to become future leaders with Jewish values

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published October 30, 2023

St. Charles restaurant going all kosher for one day to support Israel

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published October 16, 2023

Five questions with the Jewish UCity native and writer of ‘Back To The Future’

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 6, 2023

Jewish St. Louis teen softball team reunites after 60 years

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 30, 2023

Art Silverblatt explains the keys to understanding media messages

BY BILL MOTCHAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 4, 2023

St. Louis synagogue’s new ‘Banned Book Club’ is open to all

By Bill Motchan, Special To The Jewish Light
Published June 14, 2023

For these comic actors, ‘improv’ also means ‘improvement’

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 7, 2023

Esther Miller Bais Yaakov students learn history of Vietnam War firsthand from those who served

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 23, 2023

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