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Jay Ashcroft pitches biggest reorganization of Missouri’s finances in state history
A February poll of Republican primary voters showed Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft had the most recognizable name in the race for governor. That shouldn’t be surprising. Ashcroft has held statewide office for eight years, and his father John ran statewide seven times, winning five elections for state attorney general, governor and U.S. senator […] The post Jay Ashcroft pitches biggest reorganization of Missouri’s finances in state history appeared first on Missouri Independent.
Workers at GM seat supplier in Missouri each tentative agreement, end strike
The union representing workers a Lear Corp. plant in Missouri that makes seats for General Motors vehicles said Thursday it reached a tentative agreement with the company, ending a strike that was in its fourth day. About 480 workers at Lear Corp. in Wentzville who walked out at midnight Sunday are back at work. They are represented by United Auto Workers union. “The tentative agreement reached by UAW Local 282 proves, once again, that when workers come together, fighting for fair pay, benefits and working conditions, corporate greed can be beat,” UAW Region 4 Director Brandon Campbell said. The strike brought production to a standstill Monday at the GM plant in Wentzville, about 40 miles (65 kilometers) west of St. Louis, where the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon midsize trucks, along with the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans are made.
The Major Event, The Contemporary New Madrid Earthquake Fear Lacks Real foundation
Social media videos have triggered panic about a possible massive earthquake in Missouri’s New Madrid Seismic Zone recently. These videos suggest that an enormous quake will divide the country, drown the Midwest, and cause intensive damage. How accurate are these unsettling forecasts? Let’s look at the facts. The...
New York urges Supreme Court not to intervene in Trump’s hush money criminal case
(CNN) — New York’s attorney general urged the Supreme Court on Wednesday to stay out of Donald Trump’s hush money criminal case, arguing the nation’s highest court should not grant a novel request by Missouri to pause his sentencing hearing and lift the gag order imposed on the former president in the case.
Galt woman arrested on probation violation warrant
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a Galt woman on July 25 on a capias warrant for a probation violation. Melissa Brill, 43, originally faced felony charges for two counts of possession of a controlled substance. Brill’s bond has been set at $15,000 cash only. She...
Kirksville residents advised to secure homes and vehicles after multiple theft reports
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — The Kirksville Police Department (KPD) is urging vigilance after multiple reports of thefts and burglaries in several locations in the city. According to Deputy Police Chief Justin Jones, a burglary was reported at about 4 a.m. on Wednesday, July 24, in the College Park subdivision. The...
Feedlot school by MU Extension set for August 29-30 in Kirksville
This summer, the University of Missouri Extension in Kirksville is hosting a feedlot school aimed at teaching producers how to feed out their cattle rather than shipping them out of state. “We will cover health, nutrition, economics; tour local feedlots; give producers opportunities to interact with representatives from local packing...
Higbee woman pleads guilty in federal court to embezzling more than $2-million from employer
A Randolph County woman pleads guilty in federal court to embezzling more than $2-million dollars from her employer in neighboring Howard County over a 15-year period. Megan Dougherty, 36, of Higbee, pleaded guilty to one count of bank fraud on Thursday. As part of her plea, she also agreed to forfeit her interest in nine parcels of real estate in Howard County, as well as $2,393,288. She’ll be sentenced on a future date but faces a maximum sentence of 30 years in a federal prison.
Monroe City woman faces stealing charge after nearly $15,000 found missing from New London Ball Association
NEW LONDON, Mo. — A Monroe City woman recently was arrested by the Ralls County Sheriff’s Department after funds from the New London Ball Association were determined to be misappropriated. Ralls County Sheriff Brad Stinson said in a press release that the New London Ball Association reported earlier...
Northeast Christian High School appoints Susan Burns as new administrator
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — A Heartland high school has new leadership, hoping to help the school continue to grow. Northeast Christian High School in Kirksville recently announced that Susan Burns will be taking over as administrator. It's a non-denominational private school that uses a college preparatory curriculum. Burns brings 30...
Despite not meeting goal, Kirksville blood drive aids national need, saves lives
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — The 34th Annual Kirksville Media Blood Drive was held on Thursday. It was an opportunity for available Heartland residents to pitch in to make a dent in the ongoing blood shortage. The goal for the day was 100 units of blood, but according to American Red...
Skyy Moore could be on the outside looking in of the Chiefs active roster
Training camp season means it's also roster bubble season and even though, it is still very early there are many storylines to follow for the Kansas City Chiefs. Mainly, those storylines are going to be about the roster status of players on the bubble. The position group with the most...
Parma man facing enticement of child charge
PARMA, Mo. (KBSI) – A Parma man was arrested after the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by Biker Against Predators. Kenneth W. Rye, 30, of Parma, faces charges of enticement of a child. The New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by Bikers Against Predators on...
Jackson County Prosecutor Candidates Make Their Cases
Not surprisingly, the candidates for Jackson County prosecutor promise what many voters want to hear. They vow to prosecute more crimes than the current prosecutor, Jean Peters Baker, especially nonviolent, lower-level property crimes and drug cases. “I don’t have the luxury of being soft on crime,” said candidate Melesa Johnson...
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