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BRIX Holdings Enters Four-Unit Franchise Agreement in Arizona, Missouri
Dallas — Dallas-based food-and-beverage franchising company BRIX Holdings LLC has entered into an agreement with franchise owner Richard Stassi to open four new units in Arizona and Missouri. Stassi will open three Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and Red Mango co-branded shops within the next three years in metro Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. The first of the units is scheduled to open in early 2025. Franchisee Gary Patel signed the fourth deal with Stassi and will open a Red Mango store in Kansas City, Missouri, in early 2025, marking the first entry into the state for the brand. BRIX also owns the chains Friendly’s and Orange Leaf and recently acquired Clean Juice.
Drought almost completely gone in Missouri
The drought in Missouri is almost completely gone, thanks to recent heavy rains. The latest drought monitor map shows only a small oval-shaped area of abnormally dry conditions that covers parts of Newton, Jasper, Barry, and Lawrence counties in southwestern Missouri. There’s also a thin sliver of abnormal dryness south of Branson along the Arkansas border.
WashU disputes Missouri AG’s claims on pediatric transgender center
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey claimed Tuesday that the Washington University Pediatric Transgender Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital would shut down, citing an apparent announcement from a whistleblower. The university, however, disputes this claim.
Nearly 140,000 Missouri kids under 5 get free books every month
At the beginning of each month, 4-year-old Ada Caldwell, 4, runs to the mailbox to see what new book is inside. “She gets excited about going to get the mail,” said Ada’s mother, Tara Caldwell. “Not many things come in the mail anymore. She really likes that part of it.”
Attend the 85th Lucerne Stock Show July 31 to August 3
The 85th Lucerne Stock Show is set to take place from July 31 to August 3, offering a variety of activities for all ages. This annual event promises to be action-packed, featuring livestock shows, games, and community events. Wednesday, July 31. The stock show kicks off with the dairy goat...
Trenton Police Department answers 478 calls for service in June
The Trenton Police Department responded to a total of 478 calls for service and self-initiated activities in June, according to the department’s monthly report. In June, officers made 51 field interview contacts and completed 46 incident or offense reports. The department conducted 32 traffic stops, issued 27 warnings for traffic violations, and addressed 14 criminal charges resulting from arrests. Additionally, police collected 13 pounds of unwanted prescriptions, issued 10 citations or summons, completed 10 motor vehicle crash reports, and arrested six suspects.
Program on Leadership Northwest Music Jam featured at Trenton Rotary Club
The Trenton Rotary Club meeting on Thursday, July 18, featured a program on the upcoming Leadership Northwest Music Jam. Presiding over the meeting was Scott Sharp, with Dan Wilford giving the prayer and Michael Ormsby serving as the sergeant at arms. Program Chairman Kassie Hodge introduced Shane Lynch and Jenna...
Pettis County man sentenced to 20 years in prison for molesting two children
A Pettis County man is headed to prison after pleading guilty to sexually abusing two minor children. Marlon Lange, of Green Ridge, pleaded guilty Monday to two counts of third-degree child molestation. He was sentenced to 10 years on both counts but will serve them back-to-back for a total of 20 years.
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