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Missouri drought improves 90% over the past year
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The Ozarks look a little different this summer. By late July, we are usually surrounded by dead grass and dried out fields. This summer, there is plenty of green in all directions. Thanks to above-average rainfall, only 1% of Missouri is registering on the drought monitor. One year ago, nearly 95% of […]
Kansas City man sentenced to prison for meth trafficking, illegal firearms
A Kansas City, Mo., man who threatened his co-workers with a firearm while he was on bond was sentenced in federal court for distributing methamphetamine and illegally possessing firearms. Reggie McDowell, also known as “Dime,” 27, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Stephen R. Bough to 14 years and three...
‘Years in the making’ — 2 JoCo cities hope to link downtowns by trail
A new trail link may be on the horizon between the cities of Merriam and Shawnee. The two Johnson County cities submitted a joint project proposal to the Mid-America Regional Council, seeking up to $1 million to pay for a trail connection system that could ultimately link the cities’ downtowns.
Municipal Wharf Hosts a Gala Affair
“Boats on the river at the foot of Main Street, Kansas City, Mo,” which is the title of this photographic postcard published in 1908 by the Elite Postcard Company of Kansas City, Mo. In the background of this card, the newly constructed bridge piers for the Armour-Swift and Burlington Bridge (ASB).
Lake Saint Louis breaks ground on new multi-million dollar entertainment complex
A new multi-million dollar city park and entertainment complex is being developed in the city of Lake Saint Louis, just off Technology Drive in the multi-acre area south of BC’s Kitchen by The Meadows shopping center. A groundbreaking for the development, to be called Mothership Live, was held on July 25, with a large number of people in attendance.
Shooting inside Dutchtown gas station leaves man dead
ST. LOUIS — A man was fatally shot Monday afternoon inside a Dutchtown gas station. According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, officers were called at about 2:50 p.m. Monday to a shooting inside Kaiser's Grand Mart at 5008 South Grand Boulevard. There, they found a 62-year-old man with a bullet-related injury unconscious and barely breathing on the floor of the business.
Missouri & Illinois in Danger Zone of Hurricane-Force Winds, Hail
It appears that weather in many parts of Missouri and Illinois could get very interesting beginning Tuesday late morning/early afternoon. The expectations have now increased that both states could experience hurricane-force winds, hail and perhaps even some tornadoes. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center has elevated the advisory of severe weather developing...
Hundreds of elementary teachers learn STEM activities at educators summit in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Hundreds of elementary school teachers in Kansas City came together on Tuesday to learn new techniques for introducing student activities focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) The gathering is the result of the seventh annual Burns & McDonnell Educators Summit. "Teachers play a...
Northeast Missouri community invited to celebrate life and pies of Bobbi Fox on August 3
Clarksville, Mo. (KHQA) — A Northeast Missouri church is paying a delicious tribute to long-time member, Bobbi Fox, who passed away in May of this year. Clarksville United Methodist is hosting a free, open-to-the-public dessert experience at 6 p.m. on August 3rd. Fox spent eight decades making pies for...
Andrew Bailey, Will Scharf face off in Republican primary for MO Attorney General
There is only one contested primary in the Missouri Attorney General race. Andrew Bailey is campaigning to win his first election and remain in the role he was appointed to fill by Gov. Mike Parson. Bailey took office in January 2023 after Eric Schmitt was elected to represent Missouri in the U.S. Senate. ...
Missouri hospital “sets record straight” regarding false information in recent political mailer
WEST PLAINS, Mo. (KY3) - A recent mailer sent to people across Missouri targets lawmakers who voted in favor of a senate bill. The legislation is intended to help get cheaper medications in rural areas, but the mailer claims it will give healthcare benefits to “illegal immigrants.”. Senate Bill...
Kansas City weather: More heat, storms possible Wednesday
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The heat will continue in Kansas City this week, with Wednesday's temperatures predicted to rise into the upper 90s and heat index levels possibly reaching 115. Scattered storms are also forecasted for late Wednesday evening. The hot weather is expected to persist through Saturday, with...
STEM Futures Showcase to Connect Students with STEM Employers Across Kansas City
On Aug. 1, 2024, high school students around Kansas City Metro have a new opportunity to explore STEM career fields thanks to the STEM Futures Showcase hosted by the Linda Hall Library (5109 Cherry St.) and its Business Leadership Council. Geared toward students in grades 9 through 12, this event...
Driver dies after car rolls down KC embankment into gorge
KANSAS CITY—One person died in an accident just before 7p.m. Sunday in Kansas City. A preliminary investigation revealed that a Mercedes 300D was eastbound on 63rd Street in Kansas City at a high rate of speed, according to KCPD Captain Jake Becchins. In the area of 63rd and Hardesty,...
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