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MSHP: Amber Alert canceled after 2-year-old girl found safe
HOWELL COUNTY — The Amber Alert for a missing 2-year-old Missouri girl was canceled just before 7a.m. Wednesday after the girl was found safe. Just before midnight Tuesday, the Missouri State Highway Patrol issued the Alert for suspect 30-year-old Joseh Anthony Raider. According to the patrol Raider took 2-year-old Paxton Raider and fled on foot. He was reported to be possibly intoxicated and had made suicidal statements.
Storm chances continue over the area through Friday
We will continue to have storm chances through Friday. Today’s forecast says we have a chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon, but otherwise mostly sunny skies with a high of 87. Then, a chance of showers and storms for tonight with a low of 67. The National Weather...
'They'll be all over': Cannabis lounges take root amid patchwork of regulation
As the marijuana industry blooms in Missouri, entrepreneurs seek to provide new avenues for consumers in cannabis lounges. The Treehouse Lounge, a cannabis lounge outside of Nixa, opened in November 2023 and eventually hopes to expand its presence across the state. “We're eventually trying to get to an area where...
Controversial Missouri secretary of state candidate films campaign ad on House speaker’s balcony
Controversial Missouri secretary of state candidate Valentina Gomez filmed a campaign ad on the U.S. House speaker’s balcony in violation of House rules. Gomez has gained national attention through her brash campaign ads, in several of which she described Democrats and the Biden administration as “weak and gay.” On Tuesday, she released a campaign ad […]
A New Lifestyle at a Riverside Campground
Sheila Cook and her husband, James, purchased Gasconade Hills Resort in Richland, Missouri, in 2021. “My husband served in the U.S. Air Force for more than 20 years before he retired. We lived in California, and I worked in the public sector in health care. When he retired, he also worked in health care. We both did that for about 10 years or so,” Sheila says. “After COVID, we decided to sell everything and buy a campground. So, that’s what we did. We moved to Missouri in 2021.”
Camden County voluntary boil water notice canceled
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The voluntary boil order has been canceled according to the Camden County Public Water Supply. Customers located on Kays Point Road East & West, Bella Vista Court, Kays Point Court, Crown Point Drive, Crown Point Lane, Kings Lane, Queens Point, and Jewel Drive no longer have to boil their water. The […]
Greg Davis Readies to Lead First Plumbing Program Classes at Ozarks Tech
For Greg Davis, a master plumber with more than 35 years in the field, it’s a natural fit to bring his hands-on knowledge to the classroom as an instructor for Ozark Tech’s new Plumbing Technology Program. The southwest Missouri native not only knows the ins and outs of the trade, he knows the opportunities the plumbing industry offers and what it can mean to someone willing to learn and apply those skills. It is that understanding and passion for the field that he’s looking forward to sharing with students when the first classes begin on August 19.
Columbia coalition says homelessness can be solved through compassion, community, accountability
Columbia residents sporting blue, red or purple name tags came together Tuesday night to discuss homelessness solutions with others from across the political aisle. The mid-Missouri Braver Angels hosted the meeting. The group’s goal is to fight political polarization through discussing tough topics. The meeting followed a structure with...
Chiefs Wide Receiver Carted Off Field After Training Camp Injury
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Justin Watson was carted off the field on Wednesday after suffering a brutal-looking injury during the team's training camp practice. After the session ended, the team confirmed that Watson suffered a left foot injury. Watson, 28, is heading into his third season as ...
Cardinals rookie is being flat-out disrespected in NL ROTY odds
Major League Baseball seems to be keeping its eyes peeled for "the next big thing" more so than any other sport. 2024 has presented baseball fans with several new names and young players who aim to be the face of their respected franchise. On Tuesday, Bear Bets Podcast released their...
Brittany Mahomes Shares Pregnancy with Baby No. 3 ‘Has Been the Hardest’
Brittany Mahomes is finding that pregnancy the third time around doesn’t necessarily mean things get any easier. On Tuesday, July 23, the Kansas City Current co-owner, 28, posted a photo to her Instagram Stories detailing the challenges she’s faced throughout her pregnancy. Brittany and her NFL star husband Patrick Mahomes, 28, are expecting their third baby together.
Fans Feel Bad for Taylor Swift After Patrick Mahomes Calls Out Travis Kelce
The Kansas City Chiefs' entire roster reported to training camp earlier this week, reuniting quarterback Patrick Mahomes with his best friend and most reliable target, tight end Travis Kelce. With such a busy offseason, Kelce and his older brother, Jason Kelce, announced that their wildly popular ...
KC Royals top pitching prospect is on the move
KC Royals prospect Ben Kudrna was a key ambassador for Kansas City during July's All-Star festivities, shining in the Futures Game. Now, he's leaving his High-A Quad Cities River Bandits gear behind for a Double-A Northwest Arkansas Naturals kit. The Royals announced his and infielder Jack Pineda's promotions to Double-A on Tuesday through social media.
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