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Missouri Women Warned of Text Message That Will Rob Them Blind
It's bad enough that perpetrators are trying to rob people, but it's even worse that they're preying on the lonely. There are new warnings for women in Missouri of a text message scam that is meant to break their hearts and rob them blind, too. Have you heard of the...
Culver-Stockton College welcomes Kirkham as director of development
CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently announced the appointment of Michelle Kirkham as its director of development. A 2010 graduate of Culver-Stockton College with a degree in business administration, Kirkham earned a certificate in fundraising and development foundations from the University of California-Davis in 2023. She joins Culver-Stockton College after a successful tenure at Quincy University, where she helped with fundraising efforts. She coordinated all aspects of the QU Fund, leading to three consecutive years of record-breaking success in meeting and exceeding annual fund goals. She spearheaded faculty and staff giving, achieving a 98 percent participation rate for two years.
National and Division construction to close multiple lanes
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Road construction at National Avenue and Division Street will close multiple lanes starting Aug. 5. According to a press release from the City of Springfield, one lane of traffic in each direction is expected to remain open for a large part of construction. However, work on the railroad crossing will require nearly […]
Chiefs have a lighter training camp practice ahead of Tuesday off day
The Kansas City Chiefs had a lighter practice today during Training Camp. The Chiefs held a 10-10-10 practice, cycling through 10 offensive plays, 10 defensive plays and 10 minutes of special teams. Defensive Coordinator Steve Spagnuolo says the value of these types of practice is more mental than anything. "I...
Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs Uncork The Most Insane Trick Play
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs may be looking to expand their trick play repertoire for next season. The Chiefs memorably ran a potential game-winning trick play during their Week 14 contest last season against the Buffalo Bills. The December play saw star Chiefs tight end Travis ...
Chipotle launches ‘burrito-proof’ cosmetic lip stain
Chipotle Mexican Grill has partnered with Tik-Tok viral lip stain brand Wonderskin to launch the "Lipotle" lip stain kit, which is a "guac-proof" and "burrito-proof" lip stain, in honor of National Avocado Day on July 31.
UCM Division of Art & Design to Present Juried Quilt Exhibition
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Gallery of Art & Design presents “In or Out: Perspectives in Fiber,” a juried exhibition of art quilts opening August 19, 2024. The exhibition is organized by the Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma region of the Studio Art Quilts Association, Inc. (SAQA). For...
Five Ozarks authors hold book signing event in Branson
BRANSON, Mo. — Five Ozarks authors will be signing books at a free event hosted by the Branson Regional Arts Council. Authors Howard C. Cavner, Todd Parnell, Tom Koob, Curtis Copeland and Marilyn Whetstone will be at the Historic Owen Theatre on Aug. 5 at 6 p.m. Attendees will be able to meet the authors […]
Chris Jones' groin injury is slightly alarming turn for Chiefs in training camp
Hopefully the Chiefs stay patient in their approach with Chris Jones this preseason. It's impossible to overstate Chris Jones's importance to the Kansas City Chiefs. There's a reason why Chiefs general manager Brett Veach pulled out the checkbook for yet another contract extension for the veteran defensive tackle and added a significant number of zeroes to the final total. For a team willing to watch so many others walk—think Charvarius Ward, L'Jarius Sneed, et al.—re-upping Jones was a no-brainer this offseason. He's just that important.
Cardinals Minor League Notebook – July 29, 2024
The St. Louis Cardinals system went 2-2 on Sunday. The Cardinal Nation’s Player of the Day, C Carlos Linarez, hit a 10th inning grand slam in Peoria’s win. Other standouts include Victor Scott, Pete Hansen, Alex Iadisernia and Ixan Henderson. Results from games played on Sunday, July 28.
Mizzou football players report for preseason camp, coaching staff sees shifts
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Missouri football players reported to preseason camp Sunday afternoon, arriving on campus for the 17 practices that will mark the team’s late-summer preparations for a season carrying the possibility of a College Football Playoff berth. There are returning veterans familiar with the pattern of camp...
Columbia Housing Authority breaks ground on Kinney Point, named for former board member
An affordable housing facility named for the first Black resident commissioner on the Columbia Housing Authority board, Marvin Kinney, has officially broken ground in Columbia. He also was the first resident commissioner in the U.S. Kinney was a quiet man who loved Kung Fu and western movies and documented his time in...
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