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Chimp from Festus business to appear on ‘ER’
The baby chimpanzee viewers will see on the Oct. 27 episode of the NBC television drama “ER” makes his home in Jefferson County. Five-month-old Kenzy, who is featured on the television show, is one of 26 chimps who live at Missouri Primate Foundation on Hwy. CC in rural Festus. The non-profit facility is operated by Mike and Connie Casey, who also own Chimparty, a company that provides chimpanees for birthday parties, events and advertising or acting gigs such as Kenzy’s work on “ER.”
Hope remains following multiple surgeries for Missouri bald eagle after bullet nearly split beak in half
A Missouri bald eagle is battling for survival following a gunshot injury that nearly split his beak in two. The raptor has undergone three surgeries to repair the extensive damage, but his prognosis remains guarded.
Blue Canyon Boys return to Labadie for 14th annual “hometown” show
Labadie native Jason Hicks will be bringing his band, the Blue Canyon Boys, back to Labadie for their 14th annual “hometown” show at the Labadie Station. The Blue Canyon Boys, based in Colorado, are equal parts purists and innovators when it comes to Bluegrass: they stay true to the form’s roots while constantly re-imagining their relationship to tradition. The result is a toe-tapping mix of haunting standards, genre-bending arrangements, and catchy original numbers—all built on the bedrock of their collective bluegrass mastery.
Wally’s offers friendly atmosphere, convenient pizza slice
Over the weekend, my family and I had to make a stop at Wally’s in Fenton, Missouri, to fill up our tank. On our way to watch a little cousin's volleyball game, my family decided to stop and get some gas and food. As we walked inside, the smell...
Six Flags implements new Fright Fest chaperone policy for those 15 and under
EUREKA, Mo. — Six Flags has introduced a new chaperone policy for attending Fright Fest this year. Those 15 years of age and younger must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old, according to the policy. The new requirement starts Friday, Sept. 13. Chaperones...
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