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Mow Your Yard Too Early & You Might Be Breaking Missouri Law
I always thought there was an unspoken law in Missouri about when the appropriate hours to mow your lawn were. As it turns out, if you mow your yard too early, you might be breaking the law, but it depends on where you live. I saw someone ask this question...
Highway 61 Yard Sale gets underway
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI (KFVS) - A Labor Day weekend tradition is underway in southeast Missouri. The annual Highway 61 Yard Sale kicked off Thursday, August 29 and runs through Saturday, Aug. 31. The sale stretches from Jackson to Festus along Highway 61. Organizers have a list of sales along the route...
Area High School Football schedule for August 29th-30th
Week 1 of high school football in Missouri is here. Below is a list of all of the games being played in the KFEQ/St. Joseph Post area!. Tune into KFEQ Radio (680, 95.3, 680kfeq.com) for Friday Night Lights with Matt Pike every Friday night of the regular season from 10- midnight. for scores and interviews with area coaches!
Dolly Parton is Sending Free Books to Children in Michigan + Others
You may have heard of Dolly Parton's free book program and wondered if there's a catch. There is no catch. The Queen of Nashville gives out millions of free books to Michigan children and kids nationwide every month. How Did Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Come About?. Dolly Parton grew up...
Olivia Wood: “Until the world becomes less binary, I try and stick in it."
Olivia Wood is a non-binary college student who falls “somewhere on the queer spectrum.” They spoke about growing up in a rural area, and how going away to college has helped them grow and better understand their gender beyond the binary. Alphabet Soup shares LGBTQ+ Missourians’ stories through...
Rural Missouri has high smoking rates, and the health problems that follow
Families flock to McDonald County in southwest Missouri each summer to float down the Elk River, visit the caves where Jesse James took refuge and stay in a rustic cabin. The county is a vestige of old, wild Missouri charm — and a place where restaurants and bars still ask, “Smoking or non?” People in […]
Missouri and the Midwest are gearing up for water fights fueled by climate change
Where the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers meet north of St. Louis, the powerful waterways form a line in the middle of their flows, at first refusing to mix together in their new union. As it cuts across the state on its way to meet the Mississippi, the Missouri River irrigates...
1 of Missouri’s Largest Gas Providers Closing 1,000 Stations
Many will not be happy about two things. First, one of Missouri's largest gas providers is reportedly planning to close 1,000 stations. Second, the reason why will likely cause many to be angry. The news about one of Missouri's largest gas providers and their plan to close 1,000 stations comes...
First Alert: Scattered showers, storm chances this afternoon
(KFVS) - A few places in the Heartland could see some rain today. We are tracking a cold front pushing through the region today, bringing an increased chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms. Meteorologist Madeline Parker says most of these showers and storms would happen during the afternoon hours, thanks...
Liberty Utilities customers in Missouri facing electric rate increase
SOUTH GREENFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Dozens of Liberty Utility customers say they’re struggling to keep their lights on because of higher electric rates. ”Why should we have to make up for what they were short?” said Patricia Martin, a retiree who lives in South Greenfield. Monthly, she depends...
Sikeston starts May-era strong, tops Crystal City 29-18
SIKESTON — Sikeston’s 29-18 season-opening win over Crystal City at Sikeston Public Schools Stadium on Friday, August 30, was a promising start and much-needed victory. While the Bulldogs (1-0) victory over a the smaller Hornets (0-1) doesn’t guarantee future success, it does provide a boost of confidence and momentum. The team’s performance on both sides of the ball was encouraging, and it’s clear that they’re making strides under the new coaching staff.
Portageville’s ‘Special Group’ dominates in season opener
PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Dominant. Decisive. Determined. That’s how Portageville looked in its season opener against North Pemiscot on Thursday, August 29. The Lady Bulldogs (1-0) cruised to a straight-set victory over the Mustangs (0-1), winning 25-15, 25-21, and 25-11. “This team is a special group,” said Portageville coach...
Portageville picks up first win of the season against Kennett
PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. - The Kennett Indians dropped their first game of the season on the road. The game concluded with a 28-6 victory for the Portageville Bulldogs. Portageville took an early lead on the night with a touchdown in the first quarter by senior. Jayquan Bogan. Later on in the...
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