Jokes

The tradition of swapping candy for a joke dates back to just after World War II and can be found in only one other city. But it's not the only way St. Louisans celebrate.

As a newcomer to the region who has never once heard of working for your Halloween candy with a joke, I find the St. Louis tradition endlessly charming —…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Oct. 30, 2011 - So maybe there are two questions you'll get only in St. Louis.Where'd you go to high…