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Missouri uses money, laws to push evidence-based reading instruction
If you drop into an elementary reading lesson, you might see kids learning about the long U sound, building their vocabulary or practicing how to read aloud without sounding like robots. And if you visit Kansas City Public Schools this fall, you should see all students in the same grade...
July known for hottest days ever in Missouri and Arkansas
JOPLIN, Mo. (KSNF) — So far this summer, dangerous heat has made weather headlines across America as multiple heatwaves pushed temperatures into the triple digits throughout much of the nation. When it comes to record-setting heat, the month of July is typically where you’ll find it. In fact, much of the U.S. has its hottest […]
Missouri children are losing Medicaid coverage at rate that is alarming pediatricians
The state’s Medicaid rolls are down by roughly 136,000 kids since June 2023, and Missouri’s worst-in-nation processing delays make it arduous to re-enroll — causing many to miss doctor’s appointments, prescriptions. Dr. Maya Moody, a community pediatrician in St. Louis, knows a new month has begun...
VIDEO: Hulk Hogan Spotted in Missouri’s Lake of the Ozarks Friday
Hulk Hogan loves Missouri and there's video to prove it. He was spotted in a Missouri bar in Lake of the Ozarks Friday night after his appearance at the Republican National Convention where he gave a speech. TMZ captured video of Hulk Hogan as he celebrated his speech at the...
Traveler Shares Video of Disgusting Bed Bugs in a Missouri Motel
It may not be the greatest fear while traveling, but it's at least a top 5. A traveler just shared video of disgusting bed bugs they encountered when they stopped for the night at a Missouri motel. Since this is a YouTube short, there's not a lot of context for...
71st Dubuque County Fair Country Day Alexandra Kay
Sponsored By Dubuque Bank And Trust. Concert Starts At 7:30 PM. Alexandra Kay Biography: Growing up about 40 minutes from St. Louis, Missouri, in Waterloo, Illinois, Alexandra began writing songs at the age of 15 as a way to cope with being a teenager, her first loves, and finding herself. She also worked in the entertainment business from a young age, booking commercials and voice-over work. Alexandra’s journey led her to American Idol in 2011, where she competed as a contestant. Later, she ventured into hip-hop and R&B, collaborating with notable artists like Nelly and Huey. Her first single, “No More,” became a radio hit, topping charts in various genres. Now, Alexandra Kay is making waves in the country music scene, captivating audiences with her talent and genuine performances1.
Valley Park Woman Drowns In Big River
A Valley Park woman drowned Sunday afternoon in St. Francois County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 40-year-old Melissa A. Hill of Valley Park, Mo., entered the water around 2:15 p.m. to help another individual in the water, upstream from St. Francois State Park on the Big River. Hill became unconscious and was found floating face down by bystanders, who recovered Hill and began life-saving measures, but were unsuccessful.
Missouri State Auditor begins audit in Leadwood
Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick announced that his office has begun an audit of the City of Leadwood in St. Francois County. The audit was requested by Mayor Robert Crump and the city’s Board of Aldermen and officially commenced with an entrance meeting with city officials on Thursday, July 11.
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