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As Factory Farms Expand in Ozarks, Grassroots Groups Organize for Water Quality and Property Rights
The beauty of the Ozarks has become a little more in question due to a lack of protection around property rights. That’s the perspective of Dan Chiles, Dave Coonrod and Kathy Christy, and it’s based in part due to the 2019 removal of local control of confined animal feeding operations, otherwise known as CAFOs.
2 dead, dozens hospitalized from nationwide listeria outbreak linked to deli meat
There is a nationwide outbreak of listeria linked to sliced deli meats that is part of an ongoing investigation, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The outbreak killed two people, including one from New Jersey, and hospitalized 28 others. Here’s what you need to know about the listeria outbreak...
New York urges Supreme Court not to intervene in Trump’s hush money criminal case
(CNN) — New York’s attorney general urged the Supreme Court on Wednesday to stay out of Donald Trump’s hush money criminal case, arguing the nation’s highest court should not grant a novel request by Missouri to pause his sentencing hearing and lift the gag order imposed on the former president in the case.
Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
Renters at St. Louis County storage facility allege disrepair, ask Contact 2 for help
Two men, Don Early and Jeremy Leavitt, have been dealing with leaks and other issues in their storage units at Public Storage's facility on North Lindbergh, and after reaching out to corporate headquarters, a district manager has been dispatched to inspect the roof and other issues.
Police seek help finding missing elderly man in Franklin County
An elderly man with multiple health issues, John Metts Sr., has been missing since 4 a.m. on July 24 in Franklin County, Missouri, and first responders are urging anyone who may have encountered him to contact Franklin County 911.
Large hole appears behind Arnold homes following heavy rains
Some homeowners who live in Woodridge Estates in Arnold are left to figure out who is responsible for fixing a giant sinkhole that formed in their backyards after torrential rain on July 16. A large, rusted, corrugated metal stormwater pipe is probably to blame for the hole, which affects properties...
Chesterfield, Missouri – Your Next Tournament Destination!
The Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex (CVAC) is a 176-acre complex in Chesterfield Valley that consists of ball diamonds, 10 multi-purpose fields (soccer, flag football, lacrosse and ultimate), six practice baseball/softball fields, six sand volleyball courts, four concession buildings, two playgrounds and four (yes, four) parking lots. It is also home to the Catch 22 Miracle Field which is a Mondo baseball field for individuals with disabilities. These fields are utilized for organized play such as youth and adult leagues, tournaments, camps and clinics.
The Cardinals must stop tinkering with Jordan Walker's swing
"Just be yourself." It's a platitude that's often thrown around with little thought, but in the case of St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker, it might be exactly what he needs to hear. Hopes around the organization and among fans were sky-high for Walker to develop into a superstar, but...
State: Licking resident OK’d for wholesale marijuana license
A Licking application was among 57 receiving marijuana microbusiness licenses in Missouri, a state agency announced. The post State: Licking resident OK’d for wholesale marijuana license appeared first on Houston Herald.
Cedar Hill Fire recovers boat from Big River
Cedar Hill Fire Protection District and Northwest Towing worked for hours on Monday, July 22, to recover a boat from the Big River, near Morse Mill Park. Chief Mick Fischer said four people were in the boat at the time it became stuck in the river and three managed to make it to shore before crews arrived at 11:44 a.m. The fourth man, the boat operator, stayed in the vessel while Cedar Hill Fire launched boats to try and work the boat free.
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