Downtown Headlines of the Week October 23

Organizations Pool Money to Open the Gateway Arch, Old Courthouse despite Government Shutdown: Thanks to a unique partnership led by Jefferson National Parks Association in coordination with the National Park Service and supported by Explore St. Louis, Gateway Arch Park Foundation, The Arch Café, and the Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis, The Gateway Arch and Old Courthouse will remain open through Nov. 2. (KMOV/First Alert 4)

Roman Burki Commits to a New Era of CITY SC: “I’m not going anywhere, St. Louis.” (St. Louis Magazine)

How Katie Lee Turned Sobriety, Grit, and Great Pizza Into a $100M Frozen Food Empire: “Katie Lee makes it look easy. The St. Louis born and based entrepreneur, frozen food upstart, and acclaimed restaurateur, balances her 350-person empire with an intoxicating blend of joy and tenacity.” (Boardroom)

When The Blues Win This Season, You Win: This season fans can keep the celebration going long after the final horn with exclusive offers from select partners. Each deal is available for 24 hours after every Blues victory — and you can find them all in one place at stlouisblues.com/offers or on the Blues App.

Battlehawks Star Wins United Football League Sportsman of The Year: Travis Feeney directed a $2,500 award (and an additional $2,500 from the team) to the United Way of Greater St. Louis for storm relief efforts. (Spectrum News)