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Columbia council segues from a residential development to shelter for the unhoused
The Columbia City Council in approving an updated preliminary plat for a subdivision development along Olivet Road south of Richland Road, brought out some community consternation Monday. Public comments related to safety concerns with the proposed Burghley Drive within the development, its relatively straight north and south profile and wildlife...
Police ask public for help in homicide investigation
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - KCPD is asking for help with information involving the death of a 20-year-old male. Authorities were called to the 700 block of SW Blvd. on the evening of Friday, June 29. Upon arrival, officers located the victim suffering a gunshot wound inside a vehicle, which had rolled into the outdoor seating area of La Bodega Restaurant.
Nixa choir to perform at the 2025 National ACDA Conference
NIXA, Mo. — The Nixa Chamber Singers will be one of just a select number of choirs across the country to perform at the National American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Conference in Dallas, Texas, next year. The ACDA conference is one of the largest and most prestigious national choral conferences in the world. “[It is] […]
Willard coffee shop The Hive employs workers with special needs, builds community
Nestled in a shopping center in the heart of Willard is a relatively new coffee and sandwich shop that offers customers and the community something special. Upon walking in to the eclectic and warm space at The Hive, customers are likely to notice the inviting smell of coffee and freshly-made scones, as well...
A Cardinals-Rays trade no one is talking about to make John Mozeliak happy
With the trade deadline four weeks away, the St. Louis Cardinals are at a critical juncture. Following their 15-24 start, they have transformed themselves from obvious sellers to buyers, but they have multiple areas of the roster that they still need to address. Pitching is an obvious area where they...
Chiefs Facing Crossroads With Beloved Player's Contract
The Chiefs have perhaps the NFL's best interior offensive line, with Joe Thuney, Creed Humphrey, and Trey Smith all ranking among the league's elite at their respective positions. Unfortunately, the bill will soon come due. Humphrey and Smith are among several critical Chiefs entering contract years, and it's unlikely the...
Cardinals Should Consider Temporarily Shutting Down Star Infielder
As the St. Louis Cardinals continue to position themselves as playoff contenders, they should consider temporarily shutting down one of their star players. Nolan Arenado is banged up and playing through pain. He’s having one of the worst seasons in his career. They will likely need him healthy and performing if the Cardinals want to make a postseason run.
Motorcycle crash leaves driver in life-threatening condition, passenger critically injured
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Police Department responded to a serious motorcycle crash on Tuesday that sent both the driver and passenger to the hospital. The crash happened around 1:15 a.m. on July 2 on US 71 Highway. “For reasons unknown,” KCPD reported, a driver and passenger...
Former Chiefs WR On the Verge of Becoming Available for Reunion
Former Chiefs WR Juju Smith-Schuster, who led Chiefs WRs in yards in 2022 en route to a Super Bowl, is reportedly on the verge of being cut by the Patriots following a disappointing 2023 campaign. Given the Chiefs' problems at the position, could a reunion be in the works?. The...
Tom Brady Reveals Regret He Felt After Watching Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes
Tom Brady had one of the most successful careers in NFL history, but still wonders if he had enough fun on the field. In an appearance on The Pivot podcast, the future Hall of Famer said he believes the quarterbacks playing today -- especially Patrick Mahomes -- are having more fun than he ...
P&Z approves preliminary plans for Fenton villas, townhomes
The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission has given the OK to plans for a new housing development in the Fenton area. The development, called Hillcrest, at 801 Romaine Creek Road near Hwy. 141, would include 40 housing units with duplexes, triplexes and one quadplex on nearly 9 acres of land.
Confectionery Charm opens in Jefferson County
HILLSBORO, Mo. — A skilled baker and Navy Reservist has opened Confectionery Charm in Hillsboro. The bakery, at 10667 Hwy. 21, opened the first week of June and since then has been drawing a lot of attention from hungry Hillsboro residents, owner and operator Melissa Watkins said. She sells...
Decision approaching on Missouri law to make celebratory gunfire illegal
PECULIAR, Mo. (KCTV) - With the Fourth of July approaching, some are getting excited to celebrate. Others are also dreading the bullets that come toward them or their homes. Last year, the Kansas City Police Department’s Shotspotter recorded 193 rounds of gunfire between 6 p.m. on July 3 and 6 a.m. on July 5. That only includes areas where Shotspotter technology is placed, so the number citywide is bound to be higher.
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