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Exonerees in Missouri left with little to no financial support
ST. LOUIS — Even after Christopher Dunn's exoneration following decades of wrongful imprisonment, Missouri's restrictive laws leave him with almost no support. In just the last six years in Missouri, there have been nine people who have been exonerated after having been wrongfully convicted, according to the National Registry of Exonerations. Those people are Ricky Kidd released in 2019; Donald Nash, Jonathan Irons and Lawrence Callanan released in 2020; Kevin Strickland released in 2021; Keith Carnes released in 2022; and Lamar Johnson and Lamont Campbell released in 2023. The latest is Dunn, who was released in July.
Patrick Ransdell, MSU AD Finalist, holds public forum
SPRINGFIELD–The second finalist for the Missouri State Athletic Director position held public court, Friday afternoon. Patrick Ransdell, the Deputy Athletic Director at Appalachian State, spoke with MSU faculty, alumni, and fans in the Prime Overtime Club at Great Southern Bank Arena. Ransdell gave his background and shared some of his previous accomplishments at his current […]
University of Central Missouri Announces New Alcohol Sales Policy at Athletic Events
This fall, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) is introducing alcohol sales at select athletic events, including football, men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball, and baseball games. This initiative is designed to enhance the fan experience while continuously ensuring a safe and family-friendly environment. Alcohol sales will include beer,...
Remembering the Tipperary man who came 4th in the 1904 Olympic Games
Born in 1878 in Cappauniac, Bansha, Co Tipperary, Jack Holloway was the eldest son of Maurice Holloway and Grace (O'Neill). His father was a native of Cappauniac, and his mother was a native of Dromomarka, near Rossadrehid, Glen of Aherlow. They got married in Bansha Church on March 6, 1878. He attended Tankerstown National School.
Marquisha Williams' legacy: Her daughter receives a gavel after announcing she wants to become a judge
ST. LOUIS — Last year, four children lost their 29-year-old mother Marquisha Williams at the hands of their father. Since that time, the family has surrounded the children with love and support. Noelle, Williams' 6-year-old daughter, shared she wanted to become a judge during her kindergarten graduation in May....
Boil Water Advisory issued for Fenton homes
FENTON, Mo. — A large portion of Fenton in St. Louis County is under a boil water advisory after a main break on Friday, according to Missouri American Water. "Any water to be used for drinking or cooking should be brought to a rolling boil for 3 minutes," the water utility said in an alert Friday. "Water is OK for bathing, washing and other non-consumable uses. You will receive another notification should additional action be required or conditions change, or when normal water use may be resumed."
Crane’s Broiler Festival preparing to crank up the heat
Crane’s premiere community event comes back to roost for its 73rd year. The 73rd annual Broiler Festival, at Crane City Park on August 21 through 24, will feature heart pounding rides, vendors’ tents and goodies, live music and of course the traditional barbecued chicken meal which started it all. The Broiler Festival has some classic events making a return this year like the classic car show, beauty pageant and the cornhole tournament. Chicken dinners will be served on Friday, August 23 and Saturday, August 24, but the event will have something going on Wednesday and Thursday leading up to the real star of the festival…the dinner.
University of Missouri Extension Office reports first case of corn stunt in Missouri on Friday
(COLUMBIA, Mo.) The University of Missouri Extension Specialists have confirmed the first case of corn stunt in the state. Corn Stunt is a "disease transmitted by an insect found in Southwest Mo.", according to the MU Specialists. According to the MU Specialists, "the Corn Leafhopper is the insect capable of...
Company With Missouri Locations Just Bought 83 Wendy’s Places
Well, this is interesting. It appears that one of the largest franchise operators in America with a Missouri location has just purchased 83 Wendy's restaurants. Does this mean a comeback of many of those closed Missouri places?. I saw this report just shared by Nation's Restaurant News saying that the...
Missouri & Texas in Hilarious Argument About Who Has Best BBQ
This is a disagreement that I predict will not end soon if ever. Who has the best BBQ? Both Missouri and Texas believe they are superior and they are in a heated yet hilarious online argument. I was alerted to this BBQ "discussion" by the Missouri sub-Reddit. I'm not sure...
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