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Missouri Power Grid Strained by Extreme Heat – Outages Possible
The good news is the current heat wave baking Missouri will get give us a break by the weekend. The bad news is we're not there yet and there are reports that the power grid is being strained with at least one city utility reporting the possibility of outages. The...
Missouri is still trying to execute Marcellus Williams
Marcellus Williams remains on death row in Missouri after 20 years, despite evidence that he is innocent in the 1998 murder of a St. Louis woman. But a plea deal that would have saved him from the death penalty, in exchange for life in prison, was blocked by the Missouri Supreme Court.
Springfield manufacturer plans $22 million expansion, expects to add 133 jobs
Paul Mueller Co., a stainless steel manufacturing company, announced a $22 million expansion expected to create 133 jobs at its home site in Springfield. The 100,000-square-foot facility is set to open next year a little more than a mile away from downtown Springfield. The facility will include 60,000 square feet of climate-controlled production space, according to a news release. It also will double the footprint Mueller devotes to research and development.
Southwest Missouri man accused of attacking man with golf club
NEOSHO, Mo. — A Newton County resident is accused of attacking a man with a golf club. Austin McGuire, 33, of rural Neosho, was arrested Friday at his home. Court documents say the incident began when his ex-girlfriend showed up at the residence to pick up some personal items. McGuire is accused of hitting the […]
La-Z-Boy Foundation $150k donation helps Neosho Freeman Family YMCA with project goal
NEOSHO, Mo. — A big-time fundraising goal has been reached in Neosho — and Tuesday it got some big-time help getting there. Representatives from the La-Z-Boy Foundation presented a check for $150,000 to the Neosho Freeman Family YMCA. This contribution enabled the organization to meet its $255,000 overall goal for the Create a Moment Project.
Sunrise Beach man charged for shooting at fishermen near his dock
A Sunrise Beach man was charged, accused of firing a gun at fishermen on the Lake of the Ozarks. Prosecutors charged Levi James Coats, 24, with two counts of Assault, one count of Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and one count of Armed Criminal Action. Court documents state that, on...
Royals move into first-place tie atop AL Central with third win over Guardians in two days
The AL Central is officially up for grabs. Tuesday night at Progressive Field, the Kansas City Royals beat the Cleveland Guardians for the third time in two days (KC 6, CLE 1), giving the clubs identical 75-58 records. They are tied atop the AL Central with 29 games to play. The Royals swept Monday's doubleheader and are 10-3 in their last 13 games. The Guardians have lost eight of 11.
Did Adam Schefter Drop a Hint at Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift Engagement?
Ever since Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce began dating pop superstar Taylor Swift, many have wondered if the All-Pro was ever going to pop the question. ESPN’s Adam Schefter may have dropped a clue about it on Tuesday’s episode of “NFL Live.” Host Laura Rutledge was talking about Kelce’s ...
Social Media Detectives Are Just Now Uncovering A Clue That Juju Smith-Schuster Was Trying To Tell Everyone He Was Joining The Kansas City Chiefs 3 Weeks Ago While Still With The Patriots
Observant social media detectives uncovered compelling evidence indicating that JuJu Smith-Schuster knew well in advance that he was Kansas City-bound. While he was still with the New England Patriots, no less. The Patriots released JuJu Smith-Schuster on Aug. 9, a year after handing him a three-year deal in 2023 free...
Royals RHP Michael Lorenzen to undergo MRI after injuring his left hamstring in start against Guards
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kansas City Royals starter Michael Lorenzen will undergo an MRI on Wednesday after he injured his left hamstring in the second inning of Tuesday night’s 6-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians. Lorenzen got hurt while stretching as he covered first base. He tried to stay...
Street Level organization helps the homeless population in Cape Girardeau during the heat
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - “Paypay” is originally from the Home of the Blues, but right now he’s staying on the streets of Cape Girardeau. “It’s hot out here, man. It’s hot,” said “Paypay”. “Paypay” is one of the dozens receiving food...
Tea room opening in south St. Louis
ST. LOUIS — A new tea room and restaurant is coming to Tower Grove South. Fleur de Tea, owned by Colleen Vucinovich, should open in early to mid-September at 4168 Juniata St. The new concept will offer tea service, cocktails and a food menu featuring global cuisine. The restaurant...
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