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Salvation Army to host annual school supply distribution
(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) The AFL-CIO of St. Joseph announced on Monday, July 22, 2024, that the local St. Joseph Salvation Army is planning to host its annual school supply distribution event in August. According to the Salvation Army, the event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on...
Columbia man accused of killing woman on Christmas sees murder charge upgraded
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man who was accused of killing a woman on Christmas Day had his murder charge upgraded after a grand jury indictment was filed on Friday. Jeffrey Edward Skaggs, 39, of Columbia, is now charged with first-degree murder, first-degree domestic assault and first-degree endangering the welfare of a child. He was previously The post Columbia man accused of killing woman on Christmas sees murder charge upgraded appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Popular Kansas City Chiefs Wide Receiver Is Suddenly In Danger Of Being Cut By Team
The Kansas City Chiefs selected receiver Skyy Moore in the second round of the 2022 Draft, hoping he would develop into one of Patrick Mahomes most dangerous weapons. However, things have not worked out in their and his favor. Although he is a two-time Super Bowl champion, Skyy Moore has hardly ever become a threat on the field.
Players will need to step up to fill new roles in Chiefs defense
The Chiefs secondary lost a big piece when cornerback L’Jarius Sneed was traded to the Tennessee Titans this offseason. While replacing one of the top corners in the league won’t be easy, there are people there to fill those shoes, like third year corner Trent McDuffie. Defensive Coordinator...
Kansas City Chiefs Owner And Organization Reacts To Death Of Team’s Legendary Running Back
The Kansas City Chiefs have had one drama filled off season as they get ready to attempt to win a third straight Super Bowl, and unprecedented success in the NFL. The recent news to hit the organization to the core, is the loss of a legendary running back on Sunday night. The former MVP back Abner Haynes passed away at his home in Dallas. Per the report, he was surrounded by his friends and family when passing.
PHOTOS: Kansas City police need help identifying assault victim
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Police hope someone can help detectives identify a person involved in an assault investigation. Kansas City police released two pictures of the person inside a QuikTrip near 31st Street and Southwest Boulevard on the Fourth of July. The man is wearing a grey Royals hoodie...
Federal Fugitive Captured in Southwest Missouri
A Federal Fugitive from justice is captured over the weekend in southwest Missouri. Deputies from the McDonald County Sheriff's Office along with Detectives and the Special Response Team served two warrants on Thursday in the Goodman, MO, area, as a part of an investigation into a theft ring. Three people...
No excuse in-person absentee voting for Missouri Primary Election begins Tuesday
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Greene County Clerk Shane Schoeller is reminding registered voters that no-excuse in-person absentee voting in the county will begin on Tuesday, July 23 until the day before the General Primary Election on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Absentee voting will be available at the Greene County Elections Center at 1126 N. Boonville Ave. Monday […]
Team develops a technique to detect nutrients in soil faster and more affordably
Every year, Missouri farmers lose millions of dollars in valuable nutrients that wash away into rivers and lakes. These nutrients—nitrates and phosphates found in fertilizers—are crucial for plant growth, but they wreak havoc on aquatic life when they end up in waterways. University of Missouri researcher Matthias Young...
BRIX Holdings Enters Four-Unit Franchise Agreement in Arizona, Missouri
Dallas — Dallas-based food-and-beverage franchising company BRIX Holdings LLC has entered into an agreement with franchise owner Richard Stassi to open four new units in Arizona and Missouri. Stassi will open three Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and Red Mango co-branded shops within the next three years in metro Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. The first of the units is scheduled to open in early 2025. Franchisee Gary Patel signed the fourth deal with Stassi and will open a Red Mango store in Kansas City, Missouri, in early 2025, marking the first entry into the state for the brand. BRIX also owns the chains Friendly’s and Orange Leaf and recently acquired Clean Juice.
Leadership Missouri Focuses on Workforce, Tech During UCM Lee’s Summit Visit
Workforce and technology training were the topics of the day as members of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Missouri program toured the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Lee's Summit at Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) on July 17. The Leadership Missouri program aims to foster leadership skills in individuals...
These 8 candidates are running for lieutenant governor in Missouri
Missouri's primary election is less than one month away and candidates for several statewide races are working quickly to wrap up last-minute campaign strategies before appearing on the ballot. One of these races is Missouri lieutenant governor. Missouri's current lieutenant governor is Mike Kehoe, who is running for Missouri governor. In some ways, the...
Heavy Rains may Mean better Fall Foliage in Missouri
The heavy rains that have nearly eliminated the drought in Missouri may reap another benefit in a few months – better fall foliage. State Climatologist Zach Leasor described the last two falls in Missouri as “kind of a bust.”. “A lot of that was due to drought stress...
Missouri's oldest picnic continues to bring the community together
INDIAN CREEK, Mo. (KHQA) — The oldest picnic in the state of Missouri took place on Sunday, July 21st. The Swinkey picnic was held at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Indian Creek, Missouri, and has been occurring annually since 1833. The picnic originally was held north of the church...
Big Changes Coming to Olive Garden and Illinois Isn’t Happy
In a time when wallets are tightening and restaurants across the nation are feeling the heat, Olive Garden’s parent company, Darden Restaurants, is taking a daring stand that’s leaving many customers dissatisfied. Olive Garden's Bold Move Leaves Customers with a Bitter Taste. As inflation drives up operational costs...
KC mayor warns against Missouri voters supporting Amendment 4, about police funding
Missouri Amendment 4 affects local funding and state oversight for Kansas City police. Supporters say “adequate funding is needed” to keep the community safe, but Quinton Lucas, who has served as the city's mayor since 2019, opposes the proposed amendment because it “takes power” from local officials.
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