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“Imagine the possibilities”: New Webster University Chancellor Tim Keane addresses the campus community for the first time at fall convocation
New Webster University Chancellor Tim Keane addressed students, staff and faculty for the first time at the fall 2024 convocation ceremony today, Aug. 23 in the Loretto-Hilton Center. The event was opened to students for the first time in at least 15 years. Rather than a traditional convocation, defined as...
City to get grocery store for the first time in over two decades
HORNERSVILLE, Mo. (KAIT) - The city of Hornersville has not had a grocery store in 22 years, but that’s changing soon. The Bootheel town may be known for its watermelon, but it is still considered a food desert. A massive fire destroyed the sole grocery store in Hornersville in...
Chiefs Predicted to Use New IR Rule in Order to Keep 2 Summer Standouts
After entering Organized Team Activities (OTAs) with a perceived lack of depth at running back behind Isiah Pacheco, the Kansas City Chiefs now have several viable candidates at the position with the 53-man roster cutdown just a few days away on August 27. Left standing are 2024 UDFA Carson Steele,...
Amateur radio fans gather in Joplin for annual Hamfest
JOPLIN, Mo. — A popular hobby—and old form of communication—is happening in Joplin. The Joplin Amateur Radio Club is hosting “Joplin Hamfest” at the Joplin Family Worship Center off East 7th Street.It’s the 35th year for this event, which attracts commercial radio vendors and radio enthusiasts.Ones showing up to buy, sell, and/or trade equipment, but also come together with the radio community.It also offers a class where folks can get their 10-year amateur license, which is required to be an amateur radio operator.”It’s a great hobby and it’s also one that will bring you community that you don’t have here. I have friends all over the United States, some of whom I’ve never met, but would take the shirt off their backs if I needed it,” said Rex Chambers, Joplin Amateur Radio Club President.Tabbed as the largest hamfest in southwest Missouri, this event continues tomorrow, and runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Taijuan Walker crumbles early in KC as Phillies drop series opener to Royals
KANSAS CITY — It’s not often the Phillies find themselves in Kansas City. The last time they made their way to Missouri in the regular season was 1,930 days ago — May 12, 2019. Andrew McCutchen was leading off and the bottom of the lineup consisted of...
The best player the Chiefs are very likely to release at roster cuts
In the interest of clarity from the get-go, the headline is everything here. The Kansas City Chiefs have a number of players with some decent name recognition (thanks, three Super Bowl rings!) on the offseason 90-man roster who are flirting with the possibility of being released in a matter of days. But the wording is important here. While some bigger names could be discussed with one foot out the door, it's also just as possible those players are brought back. And that's not the conversation we're having.
Billikens Knock Off No. 7 Indiana in Opener
ST. LOUIS – Saint Louis opened its season on a high note Friday night, defeating No. 7 Indiana 2-0 in the season opener at Robert R. Hermann Stadium. Matthew Wrobel scored the game-winner in the 16th minute, then the Billikens benefited from an Indiana own goal in the 60th minute. Jeremi Abonnel earned the shutout in goal for SLU and made several dazzling saves, including one on a second-half IU penalty kick.
County Council to have gate installed at Rockford Park
Jefferson County Council members have agreed to have an access-control gate installed at Rockford Park to increase safety measures and curb misuse of the House Springs park along the Big River. The call comes after a drowning and a string of water rescues this summer near the river access point...
Local marathon runners raising 'dough' for charity
(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) Local marathon runners and 'Measly Mile Mafia' members Terra James and Jordin Morgan are using their passion for good. James and Morgan have teamed up with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House respectively, and are raising money in a tasty way. Before they...
Honor Flight of the Ozarks Radiothon Raises $25,216.50 to Send Veterans to Washington D.C.
The 3rd Annual KWTO Honor Flight of the Ozarks Radiothon is in the books, and thanks to you, our listeners, for coming through in a major way, donating more than $25,000. All four Zimmer Springfield stations were on-air Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. raising money to help Honor Flight of the Ozarks get veterans on a trip to Washington D.C. with other veterans to see monuments and memorials at our nation’s capital.
Pioneer Volleyball Battled in 2024 Season Opener Loss at 8th Ranked Park (MO)
Parkville – The Pioneer Volleyball squad opened their 2024 campaign on the road in the Park Invitational where they squared off against 8th ranked Park University (MO), ultimately falling short 3-1 in a 4-set battle – 17-25,20-25, 25-18, 22-25. Wayland Baptist showed a lot of fight in their...
Women's Volleyball opens their season with a 3-0 sweep of #RV Saint Ambrose
PARKVILLE, Mo. – Women's Volleyball opened their season in Parkville, Missouri to take on #RV Saint Ambrose and they came away with an impressive 3-0 sweep 25-15, 25-17, 25-18. The Aubrey duo of Aubrey Lenz and Aubrey Johnson led the way for the Golden Eagles as Lenz recorded 24 assists and Johnson recording eight kills and 10 digs in the victory. Cornerstone also held Saint Ambrose to a hitting percentage of .011 in the match to improve to 1-0 on the year. Cornerstone will be right back in action tomorrow as they take on Wayland Baptist at 11 a.m. and #8 Park at 5 p.m.
Jennies Volleyball Ranked 15th in 2024 AVCA/TARAFLEX Preseason Division II Poll
LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Central Missouri Jennies volleyball team is ranked 15th in the initial AVCA (American Volleyball Coaches Association) / Taraflex Division II Women's Volleyball Poll announced on Friday, August 23. The Jens are making a nation-leading 445th appearance on the poll and are one of three teams...
Bald eagle rescued in Missouri wasn't injured: It was too fat to fly
A bald eagle was captured in Missouri, thought to be uninjured, and unable to fly. The bird was healthy, just engorged - or, "too fat to fly," after eating its latest meal. An X-ray showed parts of what appeared to be a raccoon’s paw. Wildlife officials in Missouri said...
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