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Missouri State Swimmers Lily DeSpain, Dylan Moffatt, and Jack Grandy Shine as 2024 Scholar All-Americans
RICHMOND, Va. – The Missouri State men’s and women’s swimming & diving teams were selected as part of the spring 2024 Scholar All-America Team by the College Swimming & Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) among a total of 722 teams across Division I, II, III, NAIA and NJCAA. Three Missouri State swimmers are among the over 2,000 student-athletes who were named 2024 CSCAA Individual Scholar-All Americans. The women’s team was recognized with a 3.49 GPA and the men’s team earned its spot with a 3.26 GPA. Lily DeSpain (Springdale, Ark.) received CSCAA Individual Scholar All-American Honors for the first…
Fourth of July can be a trauma stressor for those with PTSD
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - While many could be at a barbeque this week with family and friends to celebrate the 4th of July, for many in the Ozarks, it can be a period of concern regarding mental health. According to the United States Department of Veteran Affairs, 7 percent of...
Heritage and Freedom Fest in O’Fallon: A four-day celebration
The O'Fallon Heritage and Freedom Fest is a four-day event featuring delicious food, fireworks, carnival rides, games, music, and a parade, with headliner Bret Michaels performing on Country Night and a fireworks display on Family Night.
'Someone's going to die': Growing AC concerns, more at St. Louis senior apartment building
ST. LOUIS — "We are in urgent need," said Sharon Williams, the president of the residents' association at the Homer G. Phillips Senior Living apartment building, located near Whittier Street and Kennerly Avenue in north St. Louis. Williams told 5 On Your Side for weeks, she and many of...
With decades of experience under his belt, SJPD detective calls it a career
(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) St. Joseph, Missouri Police Department (SJPD) Detective, Rick Woodley officially retired from the department on Monday, July 1, 2024. SJPD celebrated Rick Woodley's retirement on Monday with a celebration and a final call was broadcast over the scanner around 10:04 a.m. KQ2 sat down with Detective Rick...
Flash Flood Potential: 3 Inches of Rain per Hour in Missouri and Central Illinois
St. Louis, MO – Heavy rainfall is causing flash flooding concerns in eastern Missouri and southern Illinois on July 4th. The National Weather Service in St. Louis reports that thunderstorms are repeatedly moving over areas already saturated by previous rain, leading to significant flash flood potential. According to the...
Iconic Drug Store Closing Stores Including Missouri Locations
Walgreens first opened in 1901 under the name Walgreen Drug Co., and it has been trying to help people feel better ever since. Unfortunately, some Walgreens customers are about to be impacted by significant store closures. On Thursday, news came out that Walgreens will close a "substantial number" of its...
Missouri Minute: Kansas City, Rolla miss Tech Hub funding; St. Louis utility rates may rise
Last fall, the federal government designated regions centered around Rolla and Kansas City as among 31 "Tech Hubs” across the country. The hubs then competed for federal funding to complete industry-specific projects. On Tuesday, 12 hubs were announced as recipients of more than $500 million in combined grants, but Rolla and Kansas City were not among them. In other news, the Biden administration has proposed a new rule to protect workers from heat-related illness and injury, with workload and cool-down requirements designed to reduce issues. Plus, July Fourth provides a midsummer boost to Missouri food and beverage businesses, ranging from bakers to brewers to butchers. Keep reading for these stories and more.
Local firefighters issue warnings about fireworks ahead of 4th of July holiday
As the 4th of July arrives, so do the reminders on how to use fireworks safely for people to enjoy Independence Day without any danger. According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, in 2022, 324 people in Missouri needed hospital care for fireworks related injuries, where 292 were treated in emergency rooms and 32 people were admitted to the hospital.
Springfield Public Schools confirms death of Glendale student athlete
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Springfield Public Schools has confirmed the unexpected death of Glendale student athlete Amare Witham. A statement sent by SPS to Glendale families and OzarksFirst expressed sympathy for the loss, saying, “We extend our heartfelt sympathy to his family, friends, teachers and all those who knew and loved him.” Witham played basketball for […]
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