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Amtrak train derails in Missouri after striking a tree
KANSAS CITY—An Amtrak train struck a tree Monday afternoon near Washington, Missouri. According to a statement from the rail service, "Just before 5p.m. Monday, Amtrak Train 319 made contact with a tree on the tracks east of Washington, Missouri. There were no injuries to the 124 passengers and five crew members aboard the train made up of one locomotive and seven railcars, but rear axle of the locomotive lost contact with the tracks."
Helen Louise Murray, 98, Hillsboro, formerly of Jackson and Cape Girardeau
Helen Louise Murray, 98, of Hillsboro, formerly of Jackson and Cape Girardeau, died July 4, 2024, at her home. Mrs. Murray was a member of the Iona Baptist Church in Oriole. In 2010, she transferred her membership to the First Baptist Church of De Soto. She worked at the former International Shoe Co. in Cape Girardeau. She worked and retired from Cape Girardeau school district in the cafeteria where she managed and planned all school lunches. Born Jan. 16, 1926, in Cape Girardeau, she was the daughter of the late Oral and Jessie Oguin Cummings.
Yvonne Marie ‘Tootsie’ (Boyer) Sullivan, 87, De Soto
Yvonne Marie “Tootsie” (Boyer) Sullivan, 87, of De Soto died July 2, 2024. Mrs. Sullivan enjoyed music, dancing, gardening, reading, solving jigsaw puzzles, walking in her neighborhood, coloring pictures and spending time with family and friends. She will be remembered for her sharp wit, gregarious spirit and generous heart. Born May 28, 1937, in Old Mines, she was the daughter of the late James R. and Barbara M. (Bequette) Boyer.
Stephen Edward Winters, 74, High Ridge
Stephen Edward Winters, 74, of High Ridge died June 30, 2024, in St. Louis. Mr. Winters served in the U.S. Army. He retired at the rank of captain as a firefighter/paramedic for the Ladue Fire Department after 38 years. He was a member of the International Association of Firefighters Local 2665. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, antiquing, gardening and spending time with his grandchildren and family. Born Aug. 17, 1949, in Kennett, he was the son of the late Clara Roberta (Edwards) and John W. Winters.
No injuries after Amtrak train derails near Washington, Missouri
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Mo. — No one was injured when an Amtrak train carrying more than 100 passengers derailed Monday evening just east of Washington, Missouri. The Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner derailed near the area of Ming Drive, north of Highway 100, along a stretch of tracks that run along the Missouri River. The scene was about six miles east of the Washington Station, an Amtrak station that sits in the downtown Washington historic district.
No injuries reported in Amtrak derailment east of Washington
Note: This story has been updated. Passengers who were stranded for nearly nine hours on an Amtrak train that derailed east of Washington Monday made the best of a bad situation, according to a former Union resident.
Amtrak train derails near Washington, Mo.
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A train going from Kansas City to Chicago derailed just east of Washington, Mo. Monday afternoon. The derailment happened just before 5:00 p.m. near Old Highway 100 and Ming Drive, which is close to the Missouri River. A tree being down on the tracks led to the derailment, Amtrak says. Power was out on the train for a time but has been restored.
Gordon Kenneth Colbert
Gordon Kenneth Colbert, affectionately known as Ken, passed away on Saturday, July 6, at his home in Defiance. He was born on January 20, 1930, the son of Kenneth and Elza (Royster) Colbert. He was one of seven children born to Kenneth and Elza. Ken served in the U.S. Army...
Post 366 Wraps Up Season At Districts
New Haven Post 366 capped off its season at districts this past weekend. On Saturday, July 6, they fell 12-2 to St. Peters and 5-2 to Wentzville the day after. New Haven stacked up six hits, four walks and two runs on 21 batting appearances against St. Peters Post 313.
2024-25 SHS Athletic/Activities Registration
The 2024-25 Sullivan High School athletics/activities registration opened on July 1. Any student participating in athletics or activities like theater, scholar bowl, speech and debate, marching band, or choir must register as an athlete online at Sullivan-ar.rschooltoday.com. They must have a valid physical dated within two years (unless otherwise noted by the physician).
Multiple Crashes Reported During Soggy Tuesday
The remnants of Hurricane Beryl drenched the area on July 9, creating hazardous road conditions, causing multiple wrecks and tying up local traffic. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said a crash around 1 p.m. on Interstate 44 between Stanton and St. Clair caused injuries to three occupants. A 2008 Chevrolet...
Post 218 Seniors prevail in must-win game over Alton
In a must-win game to move to Sunday’s action in the Firecracker Invitational, the Washington Post 218 Seniors topped Alton, Illinois, Post 126 Saturday at Rotary Recreational Complex - Ronsick Field, 5-3. “We’ll take the W and that moved us to the semifinals against Hillsboro,” Post 218 Manager Kent...
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