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Storms flood the Ozarks and strand drivers in Toronto. New York town is devastated by tornado
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Another wave of severe storms pummeled a wide swath of the United States and Canada, leading to flash floods and water rescues Wednesday in the Ozark Mountains, dropping a tornado that ravaged a town in upstate New York and stranding drivers in high water around Toronto.
Nearly 140,000 Missouri kids under 5 get free books every month
At the beginning of each month, 4-year-old Ada Caldwell, 4, runs to the mailbox to see what new book is inside. “She gets excited about going to get the mail,” said Ada’s mother, Tara Caldwell. “Not many things come in the mail anymore. She really likes that part of it.” The free books are sent […] The post Nearly 140,000 Missouri kids under 5 get free books every month appeared first on Missouri Independent.
Missouri AG applauds closure of pediatric transgender clinic at Washington University
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey issued a statement after a whistleblower announced the St. Louis pediatric transgender clinic at Washington University is shutting down. The closure follows an investigation into the clinic’s practices. “This is a huge win for the rule of law and for the safety of our...
Missouri airport among ‘least expensive to fly from’
BRANSON, Mo. (KSNF) — With the increasing cost of airfare, travelers often search for the best deals on air travel. For the nearly three million people flying between terminals, different airports offer different experiences — and costs. Recently, the team at MarketWatch Guides analyzed travel statistics on domestic...
Summer Mystery – Why Are 6 Missouri Kids Now Suddenly Missing?
Life is complicated and even more so when you're going through your formative years in this modern digital age. Why in the middle of summer did 6 Missouri kids suddenly vanish without a trace? Authorities are seeking help and information to find out. According to the National Center for Missing...
Hikers in Missouri Stunned When Stealth Flies Over Their Trail
The truth is I think I was more stunned than they were. Some hikers making their way across Missouri captured video of a stealth bomber that flew directly over their trail. As I shared a couple days ago, two hikers are crossing America and they happen to be in the middle of Missouri right now. They are featured on the First Church of The Masochist Hikes YouTube channel. Just over 5 minutes into their most recent video share of their travels across Missouri, you'll see a very familiar aircraft to Missourians fly overhead.
Floodwaters destroy restaurant in Warren County; owners unsure of future
WARREN COUNTY, Mo. — A Warren County business is destroyed as a result of Tuesday’s historic flooding. The popular restaurant and bar is one of the only places in town that serves food. Owners aren't sure if they'll be able to re-open. A buckled wall now barely stands...
Flags lowered in honor of Affton fire captain
Gov. Mike Parson has ordered U.S. and Missouri flags to be lowered to half-staff at all government buildings in eastern Missouri’s Jefferson County in honor of Affton Fire Protection District Capt. James Cova. Flags will also be lowered to half-staff at the Fire Fighters Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City and firehouses statewide.
Future Stars Take The Court At Basketball Camp
New Eagles boys basketball head coach Kobe Wands led a youth camp at Sullivan Middle School from July 9 to 11. Both 3rd-5th and 6th-8th graders got to shine on the court with competitions and master the fundamentals of the sport. They sharpened their dribbling, passing and shooting skills through drills led by current high school players.
Lady Eaglets Step Up To The Plate At Softball Camp
The Lady Eaglets stepped up to the plate at a three-day softball camp from July 8-10 at Sullivan High School. The 1st-5th graders started camp in the annex gym due to rain pouring outside. They then practiced on the field under the sunshine on the third and final day. Many...
Youth Runners Go The Extra Mile At XC Country Camp
The youth runners tested their endurance and had the time of their lives at the XC country camp, held from July 8 to 11. Head coach Terry Wood, assistant Amy O’Dell, and current Eagle athletes trained the 4th-8th graders who will later take the baton as Sullivan High School’s next generation of sprinters.
Work planned to resume at Gateway Studios construction site
Nearly a month after its general contractor walked off and was blocked from the worksite, Gateway Studios & Production Services officials say they are close to resuming work on the 23.8-acre building site in Chesterfield. On July 15, Gateway announced it is in talks with Chesterfield-based firm A.J. Brown Construction...
VIDEO: Cold air funnel spotted in Perryville, Mo.
PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KFVS) - A cold air funnel was spotted in Perryville on Wednesday afternoon, July 17. Viewers sent us some photos and a video of the funnel. According to a Facebook post by the Perryville Fire Department, some photos of the funnel were submitted to the National Weather Service and they confirmed there was no immediate danger in the area.
St. Louis police: 5 arrested in connection with break-ins around St. Louis, suspected in additional crimes in St. Louis County
ST. LOUIS — Four adults and one 17-year-old were charged this week after police said they were responsible for business break-ins in the Central West End and Downtown West over the last several months. In a press conference Wednesday, Major Joe Morici said the people arrested were involved in...
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