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GRAPHIC: Midwest is home to less than 10% of Hispanic farmers
According to the latest Census of Agriculture, the Midwest is home to less than 10% of the country’s farmers who identify as Hispanic. This makes it the region with the second-lowest Hispanic representation among farmers, behind only the Northeast. Nationwide, Hispanic farmers total 112,379, representing only 3% of all...
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.
2 Springfield marijuana dispensaries rank among state's 10 best
Two Springfield marijuana dispensaries have been recognized as the best in the state. Greenlight Springfield, located at 218 N. National Ave., and Flora Farms - Springfield, located at 2027 N. Glenstone Ave., were ranked among the 10 best marijuana dispensaries in Missouri for 2024 by Leafly, an online marijuana resource. ...
Reeds Spring School Board Honored
The Reeds Spring School Board was one of just 31 in the state to earn the Missouri School Boards’ Association’s 2024 Governance Team Award according to a release from the district. This award is based on criteria in several areas including the district is fully accredited and that...
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.
Hoffman takes second Volleyball award at Semoball Awards
Saying recent Advance High School graduate Lexi Hoffman had a memorable career on the volleyball court might be just a bit of an understatement. * Back-to-back seasons of 500 or more kills. * More than 1,400 kills for her high school career. * And last — but certainly not least...
Ill. man arrested after leading deputy on chase into Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - An Illinois man is behind bars in Cape Girardeau County after a weekend police chase ended in a crash. According to court documents, 39-year-old Jason Jungers was seen speeding through a stop sign in Cape Girardeau early Sunday morning, July 14. Authorities say an Alexander...
Taxes, charter schools, community policing at heart of League of Women Voters forum
With a little less than three weeks to go before the Aug. 6 primary, the League of Women Voters of Columbia-Boone County wants an informed electorate. So, a candidate forum was held for the three contested Boone County races: Missouri House District 44, Missouri House District 50 and Boone County Sheriff.
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...
CID proposed for old Schnucks property along Mexico Loop Road
At its July 11 meeting, the O’Fallon City Council conducted a public hearing and gave first reading to a bill that would establish the 1421 Mexico Road Community Improvement District (CID) for the entire property, all of the businesses eventually housed within the location and the parking lot. Rosalita’s Cantina Mexico Road Real Estate LLC filed the application. The CID would be a separate political subdivision governed by a five-member board of directors.
Nurse, architect reflect on 43 years since Hyatt Regency skywalk collapse
KSHB 41's Rachel Henderson spoke with a nurse and architect about their memories and efforts to continue educating the public about a tragic yet historic day in Kansas City history.
NFL Fans Are Losing Their Minds Over Story Of Andy Reid Taking A Play Call From The Most Unlikely Source That Led To A Touchdown
NFL fans are in shock after an old Andy Reid story that resurfaced on social media today. Andy Reid led the Kansas City Chiefs to their second consecutive Super Bowl championship last season, strengthening his case as the greatest offensive-minded head coach in NFL history. Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes...
Jordan Walker's recent struggles with Cardinals prove John Mozeliak right in worst way
Jordan Walker was seen as a future star who'd hit in the middle of the order for the St. Louis Cardinals for many years to come. While he had bumps in the road in his rookie season, Walker still hit 16 home runs and had a very respectable .787 OPS in 117 games played.
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