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Chiefs, Panthers Could Sign Recently Cut $24 Million Defensive Back
The New York Giants cut defensive back Jalen Mills on Thursday, ending his time with the team before it ever truly began. Mill, a former seventh-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, made a name for himself with the Philadelphia Eagles and continued his solid play with the New England Patriots. A cornerback by trade, Mills transitioned to safety and can play both positions at a reasonably high level. The Giants signed him to a one-year, $1.38 million deal earlier in the year, but released him after a stint on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list.
Feds charge 18 members of Pagan's Motorcycle Club for alleged crimes in Kansas and Missouri
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Federal authorities have charged 18 members and associates of the Pagan's Motorcycle Club with multiple crimes, including armed assaults targeting rival motorcycle gangs. The operation, involving more than a dozen law enforcement agencies in Kansas and Missouri, yielded a haul of illegal items: more than...
Missouri man accused of stalking, harassment
GREENE COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating. On August 12, Missouri State Highway Patrol investigators in Troop D arrested 56-year-old Charles Ragsdale of Springfield, according to a media release. Ragsdale is being held in Greene County on requested charges of stalking, harassment and violation of a protection order. The requested...
Ashland Garden Club Yard of the Month
The Ashland Garden Club chose Steve Parker’s yard at 207 S. Main St. for the August yard of the month. Mr. Parker’s yard features a colorful slope with New Guinea impatiens, crotons and hydrangeas next to the sidewalk for all to enjoy. In addition to the large maple trees shading the front yard, a notable feature is his use of numerous tropical plants throughout the landscape.
Nanoplastics are plaguing the world's waterways. Mizzou research just found a way to eliminate 98% of them
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Researchers who delved inside a pitch-black cave near St. Louis made a worrying discovery in 2023: The cave's water and sediment were teeming with microplastics, despite going untouched by humans for more than 30 years. The team from Saint Louis University found the toxic particles, which...
Beloved Kirksville pastor set to retire
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — A Kirksville liturgical leader will be hanging up his vestments for the last time. In a press release sent to KTVO, Pastor David Lukefahr, the Senior Pastor of Faith Lutheran Church, announced his retirement after 22 years of faithful service to the congregation and community. His...
Fatal crash on Highway 24 in Randolph County claims life of teen driver
An 18-year-old teenager from Salisbury, Missouri, was killed in a single-vehicle accident on Wednesday evening on Highway 24, two miles west of Huntsville, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Zander Munden was driving a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze westbound on Highway 24 when the vehicle ran off the right side...
2024 Fall Preview: Republic Softball
Republic softball enjoyed another successful season in 2023. The Tigers finished with a 19-14 record, falling to Nixa in the district tournament. After dealing with some ups and downs throughout the season, longtime head coach Lee Dishman believes the valuable experience gained will prove invaluable heading into the fall campaign.
MoDot holds last public hearing to discuss the future of I-229 Double Decker Bridge
On Aug. 15, 2024 residents and the Missouri Department of Transportation met at the Remington Nature Center for the last public hearing on the future of the I-229 Double Decker Bridge.
Double Trouble – 2 of America’s Most Hated Highways in Missouri
I wish I had a nickel for every time I've driven on these Missouri highways and had bad words come to mind that I hopefully didn't say out loud. What I thought was just my opinion is now officially fact. Two of America's most hated highways call Missouri home. This...
MSU offers new doctorate degree in education
A new doctoral degree will be available starting this fall at Missouri State University. The College of Education will offer the Doctor of Education in Leadership, Learning and Education Change — its first doctoral degree. The program’s director, Nicole West, said in a statement that the degree is for...
Frozen cocktails, push pops and beach snacks
After more than a year in the works, Westport frozen cocktail bar Frost plans to open by October just as the weather also starts to turn frosty. In the 2,400-square-foot former Julep cocktail lounge space (4141 Pennsylvania Ave.), Frost will offer frozen drink classics such as pina coladas, daiquiris and margaritas; seasonal frozen drinks and collaborations with local companies such distilleries and wineries; and frozen mocktails. It also will have beer and wine.
Aldermen hear request to lower lot size
The Marionville Board of Alderman met Thursday, Aug. 8, to a full crowd of concerned citizens interested in the zoning question posed by a would-be developer. Mayor Dale Blankenship called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m., with the following aldermen present: Joanne Lawrence, Kathy Urschel, Kevin Bliss, Angie Norris and Sue Motley.
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