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Charges reduced for grandmother accused of shooting two people in Phillipsburg
LEBANON, Mo. — Charges have been reduced under a plea agreement for a woman accused of shooting her ex-son-in-law and his girlfriend over a child custody agreement. According to online court documents, 49-year-old Beckie Lucille Stalder entered an Alford plea on July 22 under a plea agreement. The agreement reduced Stalder’s charges from two counts […]
Chamber moving in the right direction, director says
A year into her role as Executive Director of the Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce, Ashley Mahan and her executive administrative assistant, Christina Knight, have seen growth come to the organization in terms of new members and community interactions. “I see a lot of potential with the Chamber, and we’re moving in the right direction,” Mahan said. Each day looks different for the pair, and their docket can have events ranging from meetings with potential members, volunteering, organizing networking luncheons, or facilitating ribbon cuttings for community businesses. For more on this story, see Wednesday's LCR.
Are you ready to vote in Missouri? Check out this registration guide
With the Aug. 6 primary election swiftly approaching, Missourians may be wondering how they can best prepare to cast their votes. As local and statewide races heat up ahead of election day, it is important to ensure you have the necessary documents to successfully cast your ballot. The general election, including the vote for...
Southeast Missouri Wakes Up Wednesday to a New Madrid Earthquake
If you blinked, you missed it. It was brief, but there was an earthquake to make sure everyone in southeast Missouri was awake thanks to the ever-present New Madrid Fault. I noticed on the USGS earthquake map, there was a circle in southeast Missouri early Wednesday morning. The epicenter of this not large quake was just west of New Madrid, Missouri.
Roberts Takes Major Awards At Miss United States Ag Pageant
Warsaw native Amelia Roberts represented Missouri in the Miss United States Agriculture pageant in Enterprise, Alabama, July 11 through July 13. Roberts competed in the areas of interview, public speaking, fun fashion and evening wear. Roberts won Most Photogenic, Evening Wear and was honorable mention. “It was an amazing experience...
MSHP: Amber Alert canceled after 2-year-old girl found safe
HOWELL COUNTY — The Amber Alert for a missing 2-year-old Missouri girl was canceled just before 7a.m. Wednesday after the girl was found safe. Just before midnight Tuesday, the Missouri State Highway Patrol issued the Alert for suspect 30-year-old Joseh Anthony Raider. According to the patrol Raider took 2-year-old Paxton Raider and fled on foot. He was reported to be possibly intoxicated and had made suicidal statements.
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 […] The post Mike Kehoe says he’s the only Missouri GOP gubernatorial candidate interested in governing appeared first on Missouri Independent.
Storm chances continue over the area through Friday
We will continue to have storm chances through Friday. Today’s forecast says we have a chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon, but otherwise mostly sunny skies with a high of 87. Then, a chance of showers and storms for tonight with a low of 67. The National Weather...
Western Missouri Braces for Dangerous Heatwave This Weekend
Kansas City, MO – Western Missouri is set to experience a significant heatwave starting today, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s to lower 90s. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Kansas City warns that temperatures will rise above normal levels as we head into the weekend, potentially bringing dangerous heat conditions.
Here's how these Missouri candidates are spending contributions
Where are candidates receiving money and how is it being spent as the Aug. 6 primary election and Nov. 6 general election approach? The Tribune looked through the most recent campaign finance reports from the Missouri Ethics Commission to find out, focusing on candidates who will have contested races in August and November for the Missouri Senate, Missouri House and Boone County elected officials. ...
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