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Mike Kehoe says he’s the only Missouri GOP gubernatorial candidate interested in governing
CUBA, Mo. — Mike Kehoe wanted to make one thing perfectly clear to the several dozen supporters of his campaign for governor who gathered earlier this month at Cowtown USA. “I don’t scream and holler about politics,” said Kehoe, Missouri’s lieutenant governor. “I’m running against people who are of the ‘burn it down’ variety. I’m just not a burn it down guy.”
Missouri’s Population Suddenly Forecast to Explode by 2040
If a new forecast is accurate, you can expect to see a lot more moving trucks crossing over into Missouri over the next 20 years or so as a population explosion is now being predicted. There are several takeaways from this new ranking by 24/7 Wall St over the states...
What Missouri’s vulnerable children need — and what they don’t
Two recent news stories aptly illustrate what Missouri children “at risk” of maltreatment need — and what they don’t. What they need is concrete help for their families, so their family poverty is not confused with “neglect” and they are not torn from everyone they know and love and consigned to the chaos of foster […]
Pam Hedgpeth, former Republic and SBU leader, receives statewide honor
An educator with deep ties in the Ozarks and more than four decades of experience will be among those honored this month as one of Missouri's Pioneers in Education. Pam Hedgpeth, Clever, has been superintendent in Republic, a professor at Southwest Baptist University, and the executive director of the Greater Ozarks Cooperating School...
Magic Dude Todd Lamanske wows Best of the Northland winners at reception
Magic Dude Todd Lamanske wows Best of the Northland winners at the reception July 24, in Liberty, showing no matter how the folks from Ameristar Roofing make him cut the deck of cards, their chosen card always appears.
DAVID COTTON MAKES HIS RETURN TO THE MAVERICKS
INDEPENDENCE, MO — The Kansas City Mavericks have announced the re-signing of forward David Cotton. “David Cotton was our most important trade last season,” said General Manager and Head Coach Tad O’Had. “A talented forward, David competes hard on pucks and excels in all situations, logging major minutes. He is a strong presence on and off the ice, embodying the high-caliber and high-character player we want. This major signing should excite Maverick fans for October.”
Overland Park to add more EV chargers at these 5 public facilities
Overland Park plans to use federal funds to help cover the cost of adding more electric vehicle charging stations at more public facilities. On Wednesday, the Overland Park City Council’s Public Works Committee voted 6-0 to recommend approval of an agreement with the Kansas Department of Transportation to purchase the EV charging equipment for nearly $300,000.
Park University Appoints Molly Pierson as Dean of Students
As the dean of students, Pierson will collaborate with Park students, faculty and staff to ensure that student experiences align with the University’s vision, mission, core values and strategic plan priorities. She will work with teams across the University to positively impact the student experience and advance successful outcomes for Park students. Pierson will oversee residence life, student leadership and engagement, counseling, student conduct, crises and advocacy, new student and parent programs, and the Park Student Government Association. She will also advocate for initiatives related to student retention and co-curricular learning assessment. In addition Pierson will serve as the chief judicial officer for Park University students nationwide and serve as the deputy Title IX coordinator for students.
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