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Nonprofit hosts health fair to educate local seniors
Aug. 25—Older adults at the Joyce Ray Patterson 50+ Activity Center learned about all things health care last week. Northwest Professionals in Aging, a nonprofit that aims to education and advocate for the senior population in Northwest Missouri, hosted a health fair on Aug. 22. The fair featured representatives from different businesses like Meierhoffer Funeral Home, Freudenthal Home-Based ...
Missouri prisoners wait 1 year on average for court-ordered mental health treatment
The number of people languishing in Missouri jails in need of court-ordered mental health treatment currently stands at 344 — and the wait time for a hospital bed averages one year. That’s up from 254 people this time last year, according to Missouri Department of Mental Health data provided to The Independent. A spokeswoman for the department said that because the agency’s inpatient beds are at capacity, the number of people waiting in jails for treatment will continue...
Many in Missouri Want a Secure Border – From Kansas
I predict this will turn into a dumpster fire of political comments, but that's certainly not the way I intend it. It's a true story about how many in Missouri are concerned about a secure border - not from Mexico, but Kansas. It's not often that a political statement on...
1973 – Mike Derr Wins Missouri International
Mike Derr accepts his trophy after winning the Missouri International for IMCA new model stock cars on the Sedalia mile. IMCA promoter Al Sweeney (far right) joins in the festivities. Sedalia, Mo. (August 25, 1973) – The familiar name of Derr and Dodge once again occupied victory lane after the...
Smithville photo contest deadline extended to Halloween
SMITHVILLE — The city of Smithville is conducting a photo contest where the selected photos will be highlighted by the city for marketing or promotional purposes. All entries must now be received by 5 p.m. Oct. 31.
Volunteers swarm Meramec River to clean out trash
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Since the 1960s, Missourians have been gathering each year to improve their waterways as part of Operation Clean Stream. Open Space STL has led the charge on one of the longest-running river restoration projects in the U.S. Each August, volunteers gather along the...
Andrew County crash claims the lives of two women on Highway 71
Two women were pronounced dead at the scene following a single-vehicle accident on Highway 71, 22 miles south of Maryville, Missouri, on the morning of August 24, 2024. The accident occurred at approximately 10:15 a.m., according to a report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The incident involved a 2006...
KQ2 Forecast: Heat Advisory remains in effect for Monday
- A Heat Advisory remains in effect as hot and humid conditions are expected through Tuesday with highs in the mid to upper 90s and heat index value ranging from 105 to 110 degrees. - A few rain & storms will be possible Tuesday night but better chances Thursday into...
New class of Hall of Famers enshrined into St. Joseph Area Sports Hall of Fame
A new class of individuals and one legendary team have been officially inducted into the St. Joseph Area Sports Hall of Fame. Two of those individuals are Charlie Shields and Dirck Clark, who had a large role in bringing Chiefs Training Camp to St. Joseph back in 2010. Both Chiefs...
The Heart and Hustle Behind the Excelsior Springs Farmers Market
As the Excelsior Springs Farmers Market enters the latter half of its season, there’s a deserved sense of accomplishment in the air. This year’s market has been a resounding success, drawing in crowds from across the community to enjoy fresh produce, local crafts, and a vibrant atmosphere. But behind the scenes, there’s an incredible amount of work that goes into making each market day run smoothly. It’s a year-round effort that involves meticulous planning, relentless dedication, and a true passion for supporting local vendors and the community.
SIT DOWN IN THE KITCHEN, FIGURE SOMETHING GOOD TO EAT
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