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Zumwalt North’s Rosenberg aims to be a sponge when it comes to her education
For Ella Rosenberg, the main takeaway from her tenure at Fort Zumwalt North is quite simple, really. She said that being able to succeed in the most important thing to a student-athlete is something she wouldn’t take for granted. “The thing I’ve valued most about my education is simply...
Florissant, Mo. man sentenced to 14 years for trafficking fentanyl
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A Florissant, Missouri man was sentenced in federal court for providing over 34 kilograms of fentanyl to drug traffickers in southwest Missouri. According to a release from the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, 50-year-old Sheron L. Loggins was sentenced 14 years in federal prison without parole. Loggins pleaded guilty […]
Fr. Garron Daniels - Episcopal Parish of Alton
Your browser does not support the audio element. Fr. Garron is the new pastor of the Episcopal Parish in Alton, based at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Alton. Hear about his ministry and journey to Alton, plus parish member Irene McLaughlin joins the conversation.
HLGU Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Classic Fundraiser Planned
Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) is thrilled to announce the Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Classic Fundraiser, set to take place on Friday, September 27, 2024, at Norwoods Golf Club in Hannibal, MO. This year’s event is proudly presented by Janes Surveying, Inc. Golf enthusiasts and HLGU supporters are invited to...
St. Louis Man On A Mission: Missouri Monster Hunter Seeks The Truth About The Piasa Bird!
ST. LOUIS, MO – Brad McGregor, a self-proclaimed monster hunter from St. Louis, Missouri, has dedicated his life to uncovering the truth behind the legendary Piasa Bird. “I’ve always been fascinated by cryptids and the unknown,” McGregor says. “The Piasa Bird has haunted my dreams since I first heard about it as a kid.”
Freshman Legion Baseball — St. Peters Post 313 at Washington Post 218 Red, Ninth District Tournament Championship
Washington Post 218 Red defeated St. Peters Post 313 to win the Ninth District Tournament title Friday, July 12, at Rotary Recreational Complex - Ronsick Field. To order photo reprints, click the "Buy This Photo" button below the photo you are viewing. Reprints are processed through our photo lab partner MyCapture. Photo orders can now be processed any time, day or night, through our safe secure and easy to use system. We now offer a wide range of photo reprint products including Coffee Mugs, Shirts, Canvas Prints and MORE! Order your reprints today! Photos and other materials on this website are property of the Missourian and are protected by copyright law. Reproduction is unlawful. You may not duplicate this material.
Harder Than it Looks: Malik digs into volleyball with Francis Howell Central Spartans women's team
ST. LOUIS — Volleyball made it's Olympic debut in 1964 and now 60 years later the sport is arguably one of the most watched events. So, I figured why not give it a try and see if I can hang with some of the best. But first, Let me introduce you to my coach and Francis Howell Central High School player, Jordan Smith.
Charges filed against Illinois deputy in death of Sonya Massey
An Illinois sheriff’s deputy has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a 36-year-old woman who had called authorities over concerns about a prowler, officials said Wednesday. Sonya Massey was killed inside her home after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call at around 12:50 a.m....
OPPD mutual aid shifts to Illinois
WESTERN ILLINOIS - The Omaha Public Power District’s 17-person mutual aid team arrived in Des Moines, Iowa, Tuesday evening to assist MidAmerican Energy with power restoration efforts. Photos courtesy of OPPD. A storm on Monday left tens of thousands without power in Iowa. Their work location shifted Wednesday to...
Moving Company Offering Free Storage Space For Iowa Storm Victims
To help folks who need to store personal belongings and other items while cleaning up, that company that's America's #1 choice for do-it-yourself movers is giving people free storage for the next month.
Severe storms slam the area
A severe weather system slammed northern Illinois and the Chicago area Monday night, producing severe. thunderstorms, wind gusts of up to 75 mph in some areas, and tornadoes. Warning sirens were heard throughout DuPage County after 9 p.m. As many as 10 tornadoes were reported in the Chicago area Monday night, including one outside O’Hare Airport.
Quincy Public Schools Foundation adds Knapheide, Bordewick, Finney to board
QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Foundation recently welcomed three new trustees to its governing board. Erin Knapheide, Lucy Bordewick and Jason Finney were unanimously approved to join the board in a vote by other trustees during the foundation’s annual meeting. Their three-year terms began in July. Knapheide...
Blessing Hospital earns 'High Performing' status for sixth year in a row
Quincy, Ill. (KHQA) — For the sixth consecutive year, Blessing Hospital has been named a “High Performing Hospital” by U.S. News & World Report as part of its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals report. High Performing Hospital is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best...
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
Two Galesburg girls take top places in Li’l Miss Illinois Pageant
A pair of Galesburg girls took the top two places in the Li’l Miss Illinois pageant Sunday. Kynleigh Fox, the daughter of Stacy Dunham, and Lia Barraza Sloan, the daughter of Leno and Sabrina Barraza, both competed in the Miss Illinois Youth Program along with other contestants for the title of Li’l Miss Illinois.
CID proposed for old Schnucks property along Mexico Loop Road
At its July 11 meeting, the O’Fallon City Council conducted a public hearing and gave first reading to a bill that would establish the 1421 Mexico Road Community Improvement District (CID) for the entire property, all of the businesses eventually housed within the location and the parking lot. Rosalita’s Cantina Mexico Road Real Estate LLC filed the application. The CID would be a separate political subdivision governed by a five-member board of directors.
Mexico High School 2024 Track And Field Award Winners Announced
The 2024 Mexico High School Track and Field awards were recently handed out in Mexico. Receiving the Spirit Award were Landon Higgins and Matty Tolbert. The Most Improved Award went to Alexandra Terry, Charlie Fisher and Brady McCoy. The New Kid On The Block Award went to Hunter Bickell, Luke...
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