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These 8 candidates are running for lieutenant governor in Missouri
Missouri's primary election is less than one month away and candidates for several statewide races are working quickly to wrap up last-minute campaign strategies before appearing on the ballot. One of these races is Missouri lieutenant governor. Missouri's current lieutenant governor is Mike Kehoe, who is running for Missouri governor. In some ways, the...
Heavy Rains may Mean better Fall Foliage in Missouri
The heavy rains that have nearly eliminated the drought in Missouri may reap another benefit in a few months – better fall foliage. State Climatologist Zach Leasor described the last two falls in Missouri as “kind of a bust.”. “A lot of that was due to drought stress...
4YOU: Kloss Furniture holds fundraisers, drives for Southside ECC
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Kloss Furniture is proud to sponsor 4YOU, supporting SouthSide Early Childhood Center. As part of their sponsorship, Kloss is holding several drives and fundraisers at their stores in July, August, and September. Each event takes place at one of the four Kloss Furniture...
Three Vehicle Accidents over the Weekend in West Central Missouri
Multiple motor vehicle accidents over the weekend in west central Missouri, including a collision between a pickup truck and a tractor, a fatal UTV rollover, and a single-vehicle accident resulting in moderate injuries. In Pettis County at 4:47 PM on Friday, July 19th, a pickup driven by William A. Anderson,...
MO Department of Conservation offers kindergarten teachers workshop to introduce them to black bear curriculum
Kindergarten teachers are invited to a workshop in Jefferson City to learn all about a new curriculum that focuses on Missouri’s black bears. The Department of Conservation has developed a new curriculum entitled, Kindergarten: Bears Through the Seasons. Media Specialist Maddie Fennewald says the curriculum covers four components of science, including Earth and Space Science, Physical Science, Life Science, and Engineering and Technology Science. And Fennewald says it’s just fun.
VIDEO: Hulk Hogan Spotted in Missouri’s Lake of the Ozarks Friday
Hulk Hogan loves Missouri and there's video to prove it. He was spotted in a Missouri bar in Lake of the Ozarks Friday night after his appearance at the Republican National Convention where he gave a speech. TMZ captured video of Hulk Hogan as he celebrated his speech at the...
Missouri AG criticized by political rivals over alleged lack of action on radioactive waste
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey insists his office is working to hold the federal government accountable for the decades-old radioactive waste contamination that plagues the St. Louis area. “We are fighting to ensure that the federal government protects Missourians from the poison that the federal government injected into the streams and creeks there in eastern […] The post Missouri AG criticized by political rivals over alleged lack of action on radioactive waste appeared first on Missouri Independent.
Palmyra Police Chief Eddie Bogue set to retire after decades of service
PALMYRA, Mo. (KHQA) — Palmyra Police Chief Eddie Bogue announced that he would be retiring after nearly 20 years as chief. He has held the position of chief in Palmyra since 2008 and has been a law enforcement officer for 37 years. He stated that his decision to retire...
Ex-Philadelphia police officer sentenced to at least 8 years in shooting death of 12-year-old boy
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A fired Philadelphia police officer has been sentenced to at least eight years in prison in the shooting of a fleeing 12-year-old boy. Edsaul Mendoza said in court Monday that he felt sorrow and regret just before he was sentenced to 8 to 20 years. Mendoza pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in April in the shooting of Thomas “T.J.” Siderio in March 2022. Prosecutors said the 12-year-old boy was on the ground and unarmed when Mendoza fired the fatal shot. Police said the youth had first fired a shot at an unmarked police car, injuring one of four plainclothes officers inside.
Missouri's oldest picnic continues to bring the community together
INDIAN CREEK, Mo. (KHQA) — The oldest picnic in the state of Missouri took place on Sunday, July 21st. The Swinkey picnic was held at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Indian Creek, Missouri, and has been occurring annually since 1833. The picnic originally was held north of the church...
High Sierra Music Festival: PHOTOS GALORE!
The 32nd iteration of High Sierra Music Festival just graced Quincy CA again (July 4-7) with a remarkable lineup. We are pleased to share outstanding photographs of just some of the bands on this years lineup — courtesy of High Sierra and photographers Michael Pegram, Ken Pordes, Andrew Quist, Kenny Vaughan, Susan J. Weiand, and Bright Side Photography Co.
Low reading scores in Quincy schools spark community action for improvement
QUINCY, Ill. (KHQA) — According to data from the 2023 Illinois Assessment of Readiness, less than 30% of third graders in Illinois met or exceeded reading proficiency standards on the assessment. Which mean over 70% of third graders can’t read at grade level. Regional Office of Education superintendent...
Bill Larson and Kray Mims Take Gold 2024 North American 8-Ball and 9-Ball Wheelchair Championships
The Billiard Congress of America and NWPA’s (National Wheelchair Poolplayers Association) North American 8-Ball and 9-Ball Championships concluded on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at the Oakley-Lindsey Civic Center in Quincy, Illinois. With 14 players representing North America in this year’s inaugural tournament. In the North American 8-Ball Wheelchair...
Quincy to hire outside legal counsel to litigate housing, rebid Harrison bridge project
QUINCY, Ill. (KHQA) — The city voted to hire outside legal counsel to help litigate housing standards cases at Monday's council meeting. This measure is intended to resolve the frequent conflicts of interest that emerge within city legal departments when handling these cases. As of now, the city currently...
Quincy daycare remains open while co-operator faces aggravated assault charges
QUINCY — A Quincy man made his first appearance Monday afternoon in Adams County Circuit Court after he was arrested last week on a charge of aggravated assault. Carl E. Douglas II, who turns 48 in August, appeared with attorney Drew Schnack before Judge Josh Jones. He had been detained in the Adams County Jail since his Thursday, July 18, arrest.
Quincy University Board of Trustees welcomes three new members
Quincy, Ill. (KHQA) — The Quincy University Board of Trustees has elected three new members: Pam Hemmen ’90, Fr. Mark G. Reamer, OFM, and Edward J. Schneidman. “Our newly elected trustees join a strong board that is helping guide QU,” said Ralph Oakley, chair of the QU Board of Trustees.
Quincy Preservation Commission recognizes 1636 Hampshire Street as local landmark
Quincy, Ill. (KHQA) — The Quincy Preservation Commission recognized 1636 Hampshire Street as a local landmark during a special presentation on Wednesday, July 17. Mayor Mike Troup joined members of the commission in presenting a commemorative plaque to the owners of the property, David and Lynette Roll. Troup congratulated...
‘We can’t do this alone’: Superintendent, School Board president address concerns about low reading scores
QUINCY — Quincy School Board President Shelley Arns recognizes and appreciates Rev. Carl Terry’s mission to help improve reading scores. “Whenever we have community members, organizations that want to step up and help what they see as needs in our community, absolutely we support that,” Arns said.
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