SUMMARY: Washington University in St. Louis tops Missouri’s best colleges for 2026, according to Niche.com rankings based on U.S. Department of Education data and student reviews. WashU earned an A+ for strong academics, world-class faculty, vibrant student life, and full financial need coverage. The top 10 also include College of the Ozarks (A), University of Missouri (A-), Saint Louis University (A-), University of Missouri–Kansas City (A-), Missouri University of Science and Technology (A-), Maryville University (B+), University of Missouri–St. Louis (B+), Drury University (B+), and Rockhurst University (B+). These schools are praised for academics, diversity, research, and campus life.

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SUMMARY: The Japanese Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden celebrated its 48th year, drawing thousands to enjoy Japanese art, culture, and tradition. As one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in the U.S., it featured music, dancing, traditional ceremonies like the sake barrel breaking, and sumo demonstrations. Visitors experienced cultural fashion, bonsai displays, flower arranging, and performances by groups such as Been Tanya from Nagoya. The festival fosters cultural exchange and community support through charitable donations. Running through Labor Day weekend, it remains a beloved St. Louis tradition, blending longstanding customs with new cultural experiences.

The Japanese Festival is back at the Missouri Botanical Garden, celebrating its 48th year as one of the oldest and largest cultural festivals in the country.

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SUMMARY: The St. Louis forecast shows drought conditions continuing with slightly lower temperatures. August had a mix of above, below, and near-normal temperatures, defined as within 2 degrees of normal. Today’s high will be near 82°F with a good mix of sun and clouds, and a low around 61°F with light northeast winds. The allergy index is moderate for weeds and mold, but none for grasses and trees. A small chance of rain Tuesday and Wednesday could help extend the fall foliage by keeping leaves on trees longer, preventing early leaf drop due to dry conditions. Cooler temperatures follow later in the week.

St. Louis could use some rainfall.

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