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At risk of closing, GOTham and Eggs puts up bat signal asking for help
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A superhero-themed restaurant in Tower Grove South is in need of saving themselves. “I’ve got everything on the line right now,” said GOTham and Eggs owner Shani Knight. “Our freezer’s gone down several times, we had to replace our ice machine, plumbing issues, we thought we’d have more bodies in the building to make up for those expenses.
Post MLB All-Star Break: former Mountaineer Victor Scott II season update
After a dream start to the season for Victor Scott II back in March getting to start the season on the St. Louis Cardinal’s roster, the first half of the year did not quite go as planned for the outfielder. Scott was never fully able to get his feet...
Dodgers immediately scoop up former Braves reliever in least-surprising transaction
The Kansas City Royals made an aggressive trade weeks before the trade deadline, acquiring Hunter Harvey to bolster their bullpen. They gave up a lot to get him, but that deal did make some sense from their perspective considering their dire need for bullpen help. The corresponding move to add Harvey to their active roster was a rather surprising one, as the Royals DFA'd Nick Anderson.
Heartland community celebrates Kirksville boy's Heavenly Birthday
EDINA, Mo. — A Kirksville boy's heavenly birthday was celebrated in Knox County Sunday. Friends, family and community members gathered in Edina's city park for Parker Sizemore's fourth birthday party. Parker was fatally shot during a mass murder in a Kirksville apartment in December 2021. The party featured free...
Chief in Danger of Losing Job Testing Out Surprise New Position
There was a belief that Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney might not be on the roster this season as he was inactive for the final three games of the 2023 regular season and the entire playoff run. However, the Chiefs' brass led by head coach Andy Reid and...
Burleson, Goldschmidt hit home runs in Cardinals’ 6-2 win over Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Paul Goldschmidt hit one of four Cardinals home runs after getting dropped in the order and St. Louis knocked off the Atlanta Braves 6-2 on Sunday to win the series. Cardinals designated hitter Alec Burleson had a homer and two RBIs, giving him 21 in 16...
Performance Boat Center Crew Expecting Big Turnout For Outboard Fun Run
Unlike last month’s inaugural Powered By Performance Invitational Fun Run, next Friday’s Performance Boat Center Outboard Fun Run isn’t limited to models from the MTI, Performance Powerboats or Sunsation Powerboats brands. If your boat has Mercury Racing or Mercury Marine outboard-engine power, you’re set for the multi-brand Osage Beach, Mo., dealership’s event regardless of make or model.
Cardinals Ace Needs Quick Resurgence from Recent Struggles
St. Louis Cardinals ace Sonny Gray has been largely stellar in his first year with the team, but his slight struggles over his past three starts have held concerning signs for a Wild Card team. Sonny Gray’s Past Three Starts Show Signs of Struggles. 7/5 @ WSH – 5.0...
Copper theft on the rise, Joplin Police say watch your AC units
JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) — Capt William Davis states that JPD has been seeing a recent uptick in the number of vandalisms and damage to air conditioning units for copper metal. This is for both residential and commercial properties.
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes reveal the gender of Baby No. 3
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes have officially revealed that their new baby is a girl. The couple again took to Instagram on Friday to announce the gender after the Kansas City Chiefs star reported to training camp. The reigning Super Bowl MVP addressed his newest bundle of joy with reporters during...
Ranking every Patrick Mahomes playoff game from worst to best
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has solidified his place as the premier quarterback of his generation. His exceptional physical abilities and rapidly growing list of accomplishments put him on track to potentially rival Tom Brady's legacy in the NFL. At just 28, Mahomes has already achieved numerous remarkable milestones....
MLB Insider reveals Rangers nearly pulled off star-studded Royals trade last summer
How different would this have been for the Texas Rangers in 2023? Would they have had enough to make a World Series run if they went with a different approach at the trade deadline?. According to Ken Rosenthal and Rustin Dodd, last summer the Rangers and Royals were in talks...
This AARP program pairs older adults with work opportunities at area nonprofits
After 12 years of retirement, Roy Pearson was ready for something to do. In April, the 74-year-old retired United Methodist Church pastor joined the AARP Foundation's Senior Community Service Employment Program, also known as SCSEP. The program partners seniors 55 and up with local nonprofits and government agencies in paid training assignments. Host agencies gain temporary staff at no cost and seniors have the opportunity to sharpen their soft and hard skills, while earning minimum wage. Participating seniors are paid through the AARP.
Weekend At Bernie: Good Times For Burleson, Tough Times For Goldschmidt, And Disappointing Times For Gray.
The Cardinals (as you know) split a doubleheader in Atlanta on Saturday. Not to be greedy here, but the visitors should have won both games. In the early game, the Redbirds let a 2-0 slip away to lose 3-2 in 10 innings. At least they rebounded for a 9-5 victory in the late game.
13-year-old girl missing out of Florissant found safe
FLORISSANT, Mo. — A 13-year-old girl reported missing from her Florissant home Saturday night was found safe, according to the St. Louis County Police Department. The endangered person advisory was canceled. Previously, the girl was last seen at about 8:30 p.m. Saturday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol sent a...
Father-son duo resurrects history, one headstone at a time
ST. LOUIS — In the heart of St. Louis, Missouri, a father and son are spending their summer brushing up on history – quite literally. Zach Leonard and his 10-year-old son Lincoln have embarked on an unusual project at Calvary Cemetery, armed with brushes, scrapers, and a special cleaning solution. Their mission? To restore long-neglected headstones to their former glory.
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