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Payment backlog leaves Mo. child care providers desperate, on the brink of closing
Some Missouri day care centers have been forced to shutter as state subsidy payments remain backlogged due to glitches in a new system. This spring, the state of Missouri owed Kimberly Luong Nichols $5,000 in backlogged payments for children at her Kansas City daycare who were part of a state subsidy program.
Missouri Helmet Challenge champion crowned, more than $1000 raised for American Cancer Society
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - After several weeks, voting wrapped up in the Missouri Helmet Challenge, with this year’s winner being crowned. Springfield’s Kickapoo High School took home the championship, defeating Columbia’s Rock Bridge in the final round. The Chiefs’ helmet consisted of white, yellow, and brown with the team’s logo on the side and a patterned design running straight back from the center of the helmet.
New Ranking Says Illinois Not Missouri a Best Off-the-Grid State
I consider this a major upset. For years, Missouri has been considered one of the best states to live off-the-grid. No more. A new ranking claims it's Illinois that's one of the best places to live away from civilization and no longer the Show Me State. This brand new off-the-grid...
Indiana man’s flying saucer source of ‘out of this world’ traffic stop
An out-of-this-world moment happened recently in Missouri, thanks to an Indiana man and his street-legal flying saucer. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office in Missouri posted about the moment on Facebook on Friday, June 28. The post said:. “Well, you never know what will be traveling through Crawford County but...
FIRST WARN FORECAST: Pleasant temps continue this weekend, rain may play a role
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - We will continue to enjoy pleasant temperatures for early July this weekend, but rain could play a role in outdoor plans at times. We do have a First Warn on Sunday to give you the heads up for some spotty afternoon & evening rain. Starting...
Missouri observes Vehicle Theft Prevention Month
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month in the Show-Me State and one Missouri organization has tips to keep you from being a victim. Heartland News spent the day talking to folks in Cape Girardeau about how you can make sure your car is protected this summer.
Missouri counties say they lose money housing people headed to state prison
The cost of holding someone in a Missouri county jail for those days and months before and after a conviction ultimately falls to the state. In 2024, the state spent about $50 million to reimburse counties for the cost. But it’s had trouble keeping up with that tab. That’s left counties stuck with most of […] The post Missouri counties say they lose money housing people headed to state prison appeared first on Missouri Independent.
Remembering two Missouri servicemen who hold some of the highest military rankings
Two Missourians, General John J. Pershing and General Omar Bradley, are celebrated as heroes for their leadership in World War I and World War II, respectively, and their busts are placed outside the Missouri House of Representatives to honor their contributions to the nation's military history.
Missouri organization using drones to transport life-saving medical samples from Springfield and to rural parts of the state
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - St. Louis-based company Mid-America Transplant is presenting its plan to use drone technology as a way to transport blood samples into population centers like Springfield. Mid-America Transplant is working with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Valkyrie UAS to introduce advanced long-range drone technology coming to...
Western Missouri Flood Risk: Kansas City Forecast Predicts Storms and Heavy Rainfall
Kansas City, MO – Western Missouri is preparing for potential flooding as thunderstorms are expected to hit the area late Saturday through Monday. The US National Weather Service in Kansas City, Missouri, has forecasted pleasant weather for today, with highs mainly in the 80s. However, storm chances will increase later tonight, continuing through Monday.
LaGrange & Lewistown Library July Events
The LaGrange Library has many fun activities planned for July. Activities begin at 1:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Crafts will be on July 3.Story Time about Dinosaurs will be July 10 On July 17, Stories and Singing with Tracy about Dinosaurs. On July 31 Larry from Cahokia Mounds will present an Artifact Display, Cordage ( bracelets ) Flint napping, and Clay Pottery. The LaGrange Fire Truck will be there also on July 31 at 1 p.m. On August 1 at 11:30 a.m. The Zoo is Coming. Everyone is welcome. Karla Bradshaw is the librarian.
PHOTO: Brittany Mahomes Spotted Wearing Insanely Expensive Outfit During Wimbledon Event
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are currently overseas with the children this Fourth of July weekend. The couple was spotted Friday at the All England Club for the fifth day of Wimbledon matches, and Brittany showed up and showed out. Patrick and Brittany Mahomes...
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