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Paragould to host inaugural kid’s triathlon
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - A Greene County city is bringing some competition for its young residents. The city of Paragould is hosting its inaugural Kid’s Triathlon. The triathlon will consist of two age groups who will participate in a swimming, bike ride, and run. Parks and Recreation Director James...
Missouri Minute: St. Louis to vote on short-term rental fee; vacant drug stores raise questions
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen on Friday voted to approve sending a decision on short-term rental fees to voters in November, though it is unclear how much the fees would generate. A new registration and permitting process will also take effect in November for short-term rental owners. In other news, Gov. Mike Parson signed a bill that could help redevelop vacant properties in downtowns by changing the state's historic tax credit program. Plus, Missouri dispensaries brought in almost $120 million in sales last month, keeping pace with the monthly average since the state legalized recreational cannabis sales. Keep reading for all the day’s business news.
New Food Program Launching in St. Louis and Southern Illinois
The St. Louis Area Foodbank, a Feeding America network food bank, is launching a new food distribution program across their 26 County Bi-State service territory aimed at providing new food access points in areas that have limited access to grocery stores and fresh, healthy foods. The goal of this program is to meet people where they are and ensure all neighbors have reasonable access to quality and nutritious foods.
Poplar Bluff swimmer finishes 2nd in final meet
For the Cape Aquatic Center, it was the beginning of a new era in swimming. For one Poplar Bluff graduate, it was the end of his career.,. In his final swim meet before going to college at Murray State, Carson Todd finished second place among the 15-18 age division at the SMSC Championships on Saturday, July 13, at the newly renovated Cape Aquatic Center in Cape Girardeau.
House explosion kills one and critically injures another, sources say
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. — Sad news out of Obion County after a house allegedly exploded Monday morning. Details are still limited at this time but after testimony from a neighbor, we have a clearer picture of what happened. Early Monday morning we were notified by a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness...
Agencies crack down on crime, leading to multiple arrests
BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - Multiple agencies joined forces to crack down on crime over the weekend, leading to multiple arrests. On Saturday, July 13, the Blytheville Police Department increased its presence throughout the city with the help of several agencies, including the Arkansas State Police, Mississippi County Sheriff’s Office, and Osceola Police Department.
Union City Police Continue Investigation of Nash Street Shooting
Union City police continue their investigation into a shooting that occurred last Friday morning. Reports said Union City police and Obion County deputies responded to 503 Nash Street and a call of shots fired. At the scene, officers found 31 year old Brandon Morrow lying in a parking lot suffering...
Patrick Mahomes' Wife Brittany Mahomes Mocks Chiefs Star During MLB Home Run Derby
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany Mahomes were among the millions who watched the 2024 Home Run Derby on Monday night. It was an entertaining event overall, with a nerve-wracking finale between Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez and Kansas City ...
Last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations, July 8-12
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Here are last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations for July 8-12. AIRHOST OZARK (PRE-SECURITY) – CITY View History2300 N AIRPORT BLVD SPRINGFIELD Map it7/9/2024 10:45:00 AM – Re-Inspection; Result: ActiveBoth refrigerators were running below 41 degrees F at this time.Priority Violations Found: 0Nonpriority Violations Found: 0 BAIR’S ALL-AMERICAN SPORTS GRILL – CITY View History3821 S CAMPBELL AVE SPRINGFIELD Map it7/8/2024 4:15:00 […]
Delta Airlines flight diverted to St. Louis, after rapidly descending over mid-Missouri
A Delta Airlines flight going Wyoming to Atlanta on Saturday, rapidly descended over northern mid-Missouri on and had to be diverted to Lambert Airport in St. Louis mid-flight. The plane, a Boeing 757-200, had departed from Jackson Hole Airport in Wyoming, and was headed to Hartsfield – Jackson International Atlanta...
Donna Kelce Wishes Costar Jenna Bush Hager ‘Good Luck’ in Hallmark Chiefs Christmas Movie
Getty Images; INSTAR As Jenna Bush Hager gears up to film her role in Hallmark's Kansas City Chiefs-themed Christmas movie, she’s getting support from a few of her celebrity costars. “Good luck, Jenna!” Donna Kelce exclaimed with stars Hunter King and Tyler Hynes in a behind-the-scenes clip that aired on the Monday, July 15, episode […]
Humansville clerk accused of preventing candidates from running in April election
HUMANSVILLE, Mo. – A city employee at the center of two state-level investigations in Humansville is now facing a felony indictment for committing election offenses. It’s a major development in a story KOLR 10 Investigates first broke in May. Investigators are also looking into the potential misuse of public funding in Humansville, where some council […]
St. Louis gift boutique to shutter
ST. LOUIS — Abigail’s Gift Boutique, a gift, home decor and apparel shop at 5611 Hampton Ave., is closing, according to a social media post by owner Abigail Niebling. The move comes after she said in May that she would shutter a second location, Abigail's Clothing Boutique at 5441 Hampton Ave., and merge the two in hopes of remaining open. Both shops are in the city’s St. Louis Hills neighborhood.
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