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NWS: Mid-Missouri faces a small tornado threat tonight
The National Weather Service (NWS) in St. Louis says Columbia, Jefferson City and much of the 939 the Eagle mid-Missouri listening area could see severe weather this evening, into the overnight hours. NWS St. Louis meteorologist Fred Glass tells 939 the Eagle that the timeframe for Columbia and mid-Missouri would...
Manny's Mexican Restaurant in Crossroads looks at possible impact of minimum wage increase, no taxes on tips
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Lorena Garcia has worked at Manny's Mexican Restaurant in the Crossroads for over 20 years, and she would like to see taxes on tips eliminated, like both presidential nominees are campaigning on. "Everything little helps," she said. Her general manager, David Lopez, agrees. "People deserve...
'Missourians deserve better': Top utility regulator killed service shutoff bill, newly released emails show
MISSOURI, USA — A law that would have forced Missouri's electricity, water and gas utility providers to disclose which of the state's ZIP codes faced the most shutoffs was effectively shut down by Gov. Parson. However, new emails obtained by the Energy and Policy Institute found there was more going on behind the scenes.
Owner of Missouri medical testing lab sentenced for $4 million in federal fraud
(The Center Square) – The co-owner of a health care company was sentenced to 20 months in prison and fined $100,000 for submitting $3.8 million in fraudulent claims to government health care benefit organizations. Carlos Himpler, 44, plead guilty earlier this year to a felony conspiracy charge and was sentenced on Tuesday by U.S. District Judge Sarah Pitlyk. Dr. Franco Sicuro, Himpler’s partner and co-defendant, pleaded guilty in November 2022 and agreed to forfeit $3.1 million in assets. ...
Fort Leonard Wood community attends funeral for two unclaimed veterans
The Fort Leonard Wood community gathered Aug. 1 at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery - Fort Leonard Wood to make sure two unclaimed veterans were laid to rest with full military honors. “When an unaccompanied American hero is laid to rest, our community gathers as his family, to pay our respects,”...
Crash closes I-70 WB ramp to I-270 SB for several hours
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — A fiery crash closed the ramp from westbound Interstate 70 to southbound Interstate 270 for several hours Friday morning. The crash happened at about 4:30 a.m. Friday near SSM Health DePaul Hospital and Pattonville High School, according to the Missouri Department of Transportation. All...
Frozen cocktails, push pops and beach snacks
After more than a year in the works, Westport frozen cocktail bar Frost plans to open by October just as the weather also starts to turn frosty. In the 2,400-square-foot former Julep cocktail lounge space (4141 Pennsylvania Ave.), Frost will offer frozen drink classics such as pina coladas, daiquiris and margaritas; seasonal frozen drinks and collaborations with local companies such distilleries and wineries; and frozen mocktails. It also will have beer and wine.
Chiefs, Panthers Could Sign Recently Cut $24 Million Defensive Back
The New York Giants cut defensive back Jalen Mills on Thursday, ending his time with the team before it ever truly began. Mill, a former seventh-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, made a name for himself with the Philadelphia Eagles and continued his solid play with the New England Patriots. A cornerback by trade, Mills transitioned to safety and can play both positions at a reasonably high level. The Giants signed him to a one-year, $1.38 million deal earlier in the year, but released him after a stint on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list.
Beloved Kirksville pastor set to retire
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — A Kirksville liturgical leader will be hanging up his vestments for the last time. In a press release sent to KTVO, Pastor David Lukefahr, the Senior Pastor of Faith Lutheran Church, announced his retirement after 22 years of faithful service to the congregation and community. His...
3 Cardinals players who are on thin ice the last two months of the season
The St. Louis Cardinals are in quite a concerning spot as a franchise right now. They have a talented roster with plenty of veterans, but they're falling out of the postseason race. If the Cardinals continue to fall down the National League standings, they could be in for a complete...
Recalling Jordan Walker to just platoon was a bad decision by the Cardinals
After veteran infielder Matt Carpenter was placed on the Injured List this past Monday, former top prospect Jordan Walker was recalled. The young outfielder was having a spectacular August at Triple-A Memphis through a week and a half, and his growth was rewarded with a promotion to the big league squad. The hope was that Walker would be able to hit against left-handed pitchers for the St. Louis Cardinals.
The Luck of the Cardinals
Okay, Cardinals, you win. You have worn me down. I am officially writing off the 2024 season. It’s better for my health. Apparently, the Reds series was more important than I thought because I did not know losing the series would allow me to give up on the Cardinals.
Lake Of The Ozarks Air Show Returns! NEW This Year: A Legendary MiG Russian Fighter Jet
CAMDENTON, Mo. — The Lake of the Ozarks Air Show is soaring back to the area next month at the Camdenton Memorial Lake Regional Airport, promising a day of fun for the whole family. The air show, presented by Bridal Cave, is on Saturday, Sept. 7. This anticipated event...
IndyCar: World Wide Technology Raceway Weekend Schedule, Race Start Time, TV/Streaming Information
After weeks off for the Olympics the NTT IndyCar Series returns to action this weekend with an event at World Wide Technology Raceway (WWTR). The Bommartio Automotive Group 500 is one of five races remaining on the IndyCar schedule that is rapidly nearly an end at Nashville in the middle of September.
Andy Reid shares lineup plans for Chiefs’ preseason matchup vs. Lions
The Kansas City Chiefs finished their last day of training camp on Thursday as they get set for Saturday’s preseason game against the Detroit Lions. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid spoke with reporters for the last time this year at Missouri Western State University. He addressed his lineup plans for this weekend’s game at Arrowhead Stadium, including more playing time for the available starters. “As far as the play time goes, the ones will take a half,” said Reid. “Then we’ll kind of fill in after that and just kind of see how the rest of that goes for the third and...
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