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Commission Approves Purchase of Two Trucks
Farmington, Mo. (KFMO) - The St. Francois County Commission has approved the purchase of two pickup trucks for use by the county Road & Bridge Department. The trucks are to be purchased from Auffenberg Chevrolet in Farmington, one for $45,585 and the other for $46,278. Highway Administrator John Gross says the trucks will be ready to go with only minor alterations needed.
Missouri Sheriff’s Deputy Fatally Shoots Family Dog During Robbery Investigation
A family is grieving the loss of their emotional support dog, Nala, a two-year-old Chocolate Labrador after a sheriff’s deputy shot and killed her on Sunday. RELATED STORIES: Sonya Massey Updates: Son Says Officials Refused To Tell Him Who Shot Her + Deputy Arrested Held 6 Police Jobs Despite Being Discharged From Army For ‘Serious ... Read more The post Missouri Sheriff’s Deputy Fatally Shoots Family Dog During Robbery Investigation appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
Two More Performances at Big River Chautauqua
Bonne Terre, Mo. (KFMO) - The final two Big River Chautauqua performances will take place tonight and tomorrow evening at the City Hall Auditorium in Bonne Terre. The theme for this year's performances is D-Day, in rememberance of the 80th anniversary of the event. Scholars will take the stage and present the perspectives of famous people of the time. Tonight's performance features the perspective of Jackie Cochran, an American pilot who became the first woman to break the sound barrier in 1953. Karen Vuranch, Cochran's performer, says she was instrumental in creating the WASP program during World War II.
City to Remove Brick from A Street
Farmington, Mo. (KFMO) - The City of Farmington will begin demolition on the brick section of A Street, in front of the Farmington Public Library at 101 North A Street, next week. According to the Farmington Public Works Department, the bricks are not a feasible long-term material for the street....
Veterans Honor Walk Named for Marine Staff Sergeant
Farmington, Mo. (KFMO) - The new Veterans Honor Walk at Engler Park in Farmington has been named for a Marine Staff Sergeant and Farmington High School graduate. Marine Staff Sergeant Trevor Spink was a Farmington High School graduate and member of the US Marine Corps. On July 10, 2004, Spink died due to a non-combat related vehicle accident in Al Anbar Province Iraq. At the official naming ceremony held Thursday, Farmington Mayor Larry Forsythe made a brief speech honoring Spink and all other area veterans whose dedications now line the trail at Engler Park. He explains how the idea for the Honor Walk came about.
Back to School Shopping? Missouri’s Tax Free Weekend is Coming
I don't know about you, but back-to-school shopping gets more expensive each year for me. That's why I am so grateful for the no-tax weekend in Missouri so I feel like I am saving a little bit of money. Missouri's No Tax Weekend. I would if you could wait until...
Extreme Heat Alert: Western Missouri to Face Consecutive Days Over 100 Degrees
Kansas City, MO – Residents of western Missouri are bracing for a severe heat wave next week, with several consecutive days of heat indices exceeding 100 degrees. This alarming forecast has prompted local authorities to urge residents to take necessary precautions to stay safe. According to the US National...
‘They’re mocking the system.’ Latino community responds to campaign ad targeting illegal immigrants
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Latino community members in Kansas City say they are feeling othered by a recent campaign ad targeting illegal immigrants. “No more taxpayer handouts for illegals period. Nada. Zilch. Zero” is one of the first lines Senator Bill Eigel expressed in his campaign video for Missouri Governor released on Tuesday.
Missouri FFA officers advocate for agriculture in nation’s capital
WASHINGTON — Earlier this month Andi Belt was on her family farm in Leonard, Missouri, caring for sheep and gathering supplies for her freshman dorm room at MU. On the other side of the state, Gavin Rhode was feeding cattle and walking pigs.
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