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Popular Kansas City-area barbecue spot plans to close, reopen in Kansas
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A popular Kansas City barbecue spot is closing shop and moving across the state line. Harp Barbecue in Raytown announced it will close in September. The owners plan to move from the current location at East 66th Terrace and Raytown Road to a new Overland Park location near West 135th Street and Quivira Road.
Largest Fundraiser Ever Makes History For Lake Regional
History was made at this year’s H-K’s Lake of the Ozarks Open golf tournament and associated activities back in May. That’s according to Lake Regional Health System, Chief Executive Office Kevin McRoberts who says the event raised $185,000…the most raised at any Lake Regional event in the history of the health system.
St. Louis prepares for major earthquake with drills in streets, skies and waterways
An earthquake along the New Madrid Fault has just hit the Midwest, devastating many communities. In St. Louis, bridges have collapsed, roads are twisted, and buildings are crumbling. More than 40,000 people are trapped in Busch Stadium. Moments after the rumbling stops, hundreds of first responders scour the city on search and rescue missions.
Verizon to giveaway free backpacks at St. Louis stores
Verizon is giving away free backpacks at 13 stores in the St. Louis area on Sunday, July 28, in an effort to ease the financial burden of the back-to-school season, and will provide clear backpacks to meet various school district requirements.
St. Louis LEGO convention expands, adds more viewing times
The St. Louis LEGO Brick Convention will feature colorful and complex LEGO creations from artists around the US, as well as a Star Wars Zone, brick pits, and builds from St. Louis locals, with tickets available online.
Monett City Council erupts over mayor’s conduct
Mayor Burke repeatedly called “bully” during tense exchange at July 11 council meeting. Monett Mayor Randy Burke’s practice of issuing “performance reviews” on city employees exploded into controversy on July 11 as the two commissioners closed ranks and confronted Burke for prompting two major resignations.
Remaining items at Chesterfield Mall on auction through September
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. (First Alert 4) – The remaining assets of the Chesterfield Mall will be auctioned off through the month of September. Piddle Crick Hill Mercantile & Auctions will facilitate the sale of various items, including store fixtures, mall memorabilia, kitchen equipment, decorative items, furniture and more. The Staenberg...
Purcell Tire & Rubber Company expands operations in Potosi, creating jobs
Purcell Tire & Rubber Company, a leading provider of tire and rubber products, announced its expansion in Potosi, investing over $5.3 million and creating 10 new jobs. This expansion includes acquiring an 8-acre site in the Washington County Industrial Park for a 44,000-square-foot warehouse, distribution center, and fleet repair shop.
Target in Midtown sets official opening date
The new Target store in Midtown St. Louis, which will serve as the anchor for The Edwin mixed-use development, is set to open on July 21, providing convenient and affordable shopping and job opportunities for the local community and St. Louis University students.
Lawyer for Bar:PM owner wants Gabe Gore's office sanctioned for 'hiding essential evidence'
ST. LOUIS — The lawyer for Bar:PM wants a judge to sanction the circuit attorney's office or drop the case against his client over prosecutors "hiding essential evidence," according to a court filing this week. In a motion for sanctions, lawyer James Wyrsch said Gabe Gore's office has refused...
“We need immediate support”: Desperate need for type O blood reported in KC
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A desperate need for type O blood has pushed Kansas City’s Community Blood Center to issue an urgent call for donors. Kansas City’s Community Blood Center announced on Thursday, July 18, that after a call to action on Monday, it has continued to experience decreased donations in the metro. Now, the organization faces the worst shortage of type O blood it has seen since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local billionaire departs Blues' ownership group
ST. LOUIS — David Steward, founder and chairman of Maryland Heights-based World Wide Technology, has departed the St. Louis Blues’ ownership group. Blues’ Chairman Tom Stillman said Thursday in a news release that Steward has transferred his partial ownership stake in the National Hockey League franchise to Michael Riney, founder and managing director of investment firm QRM Capital.
A cemetery in North St. Louis County allowed Chinese people to be buried there when no one else would. Now it's being celebrated.
SAINT LOUIS, Mo. — A cemetery in north St. Louis County known for being one of the first to allow Chinese people to be buried there will host a 100-year celebration of that agreement on July 21. Valhalla Cemetery signed an agreement on June 15, 1924, with a Chinese...
Taco Bell launches new Cheesy Street Chalupa, inspired by street tacos
Taco Bell is introducing the new Cheesy Street Chalupa, a cheesy street taco inspired special, featuring chicken or steak, fresh onions and cilantro, and a creamy jalapeño ranch sauce, for $5.49 starting July 18.
BMW of West St. Louis Stays Family-Focused
The No. 1 premium luxury dealership in St. Louis, BMW of West St. Louis is dedicated to providing customers with both an unrivaled selection of BMW models and an exceptional car ownership experience. Managed by Craig Suntrup of the Suntrup Automotive Group, BMW of West St. Louis carries the care and respect for each vehicle and customer seen in the business’ additional brands and locations.
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