Researchers, patients optimistic in fight against alpha-gal syndrome

A support group and a lab in the St. Louis area provide resources for people with the allergy to mammal products — and evidence that its effects can be reversed.

Rose LaForest, Nine PBS Oct 1, 2026

Water

Far offshore, scientists find fresh evidence of human harm to reefs

The Gulf’s Flower Garden Banks has been viewed as healthy, but a new study shows signs of damage.

Elise Plunk, Louisiana Illuminator Sep 21, 2026

Data Centers

Mississippi River mayors help cities navigate rising data center interest

More than three-quarters of member cities in a Mississippi River coalition have been approached to host AI infrastructure.

Héctor Alejandro Arzate, Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk Sep 17, 2026

Dominique Hodge

Dominique Hodge is a digital, multimedia journalist, with several years experience working on collaborative, digital, social, audio and various other reporting projects. She stepped into this role after receiving her bachelor’s and master’s from the Missouri School of Journalism. Her work has appeared in Columbia Missourian, KBIA 91.3 FM, Vox Magazine and Missouri Business Alert. She strives for innovating the Desk’s digital strategy and communication techniques to create effective outreach and foster greater community connections. She is from West Texas.