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Woman Airlifted After Falling Out Of Moving Truck
A Steelville woman was airlifted to the hospital after falling out of a moving truck. Jewel D. Conaway, 21, had serious injuries in the crash, which occurred July 5 in Crawford County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said Conaway was in the rear of a 2008 Dodge Ram, driven by...
Steelville woman seriously injured in alcohol-related accident
A Crawford County woman suffers serious injuries when she’s thrown from the back of a pickup truck about eight miles east of her hometown. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Jewel Conaway, 21, of Steelville, was seated in the rear of the vehicle on Friday night, when the driver made a left turn onto Highway 8 and Conaway fell out of the vehicle. She was flown to a St. Louis hospital for treatment.
Arkansas man seriously injured in Maries County motorcycle crash
BELLE, Mo. (KMIZ) A 60-year-old Arkansas man suffered serious injuries Wednesday in a motorcycle crash in Maries County, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. The report states that the crash occurred when a 2008 Harley Davidson – driven by Mark Kelly, of Eureka Springs, Arkansas – hit an animal while going eastbound The post Arkansas man seriously injured in Maries County motorcycle crash appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Steelville woman seriously injured after falling from truck; driver arrested
A Steelville woman was seriously injured after falling out of a pickup truck. It happened Friday at 6:45 pm on Highway 8 in Crawford County, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol's online crash report. Jared Midyett, 19, of Salem, MO, was driving a 2008 Dodge Ram 2500. As Midyett...
Illinois man seriously injured in motorcycle crash south of St. James
An Illinois man is seriously injured when he loses control of his motorcycle on a Phelps County highway. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Michael Weber, 52, of Collinsville, Illinois, was driving on Highway 68, about ten miles south of St. James, on Saturday afternoon, when he lost control in a curve. The patrol says Weber’s bike crossed the center of the road and overturned. Weber, who wasn’t wearing a helmet, was ejected.
Terry Porter, 61
Terry Porter was born May 11, 1963 in Sullivan Missouri. He passed away peacefully on July 3, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife, Kristi Porter, his three sons and daughters-in law, Tad and Katelyn, Jacob and Kayla, and Trent and Kayla. He also leaves behind three wonderful grandchildren, Wyatt, Emmett, and Drew, three adoring brothers, Tommy (Pam), Todd (Michele) and Timmy (Donna) and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
GIRLS BASKETBALL: New roles established over summer for Lady Dogs
After losing a load of offensive firepower and talent to graduation, the goal for the Rolla High School girls’ basketball team this summer was to establish new roles for players. And according to head coach Charley Parker, mission accomplished.
Arrest Turns Into Wild Chase With Maries County Fugitive On The Run
A search is underway for a man wanted for failing to appear on drug charges. According to the Maries County Sheriff Chris Heitman, deputies attempted to take Chris Hagan into custody in the area of highway 42 and highway V in Vienna. Hagan resisted arrest and took a motorcycle, starting...
Choices for People making Rolla a regional leader for developmental disability services
A Friday ceremony at Rolla Lions Club Park proved graduation season didn’t completely end in May. Gathered were dozens direct service professionals who achieved their Missouri Talent Pathways accreditation with Choices for People. This was the third graduation Choices for People has hosted since last year, and the largest yet. Moreover, additional ceremonies are planned until Choices for People’s entire staff has graduated, including the 30 new planned hires who’ll be joining the organization by the end of next year.
Welcome to Earth? Police pull over ‘UFO’ with expired licensed plate
A police officer had an 'out of this world' experience - when he pulled over a UFO-like vehicle. Darin Layman spotted the unusual vehicle along Interstate 44 in Cuba, Missouri, on Friday (June 28). Images show the UFO-style vehicle constructed out of metal panels and a clear, spherical roof. The...
Sullivan Celebrate America Fireworks Set For Fourth Of July
The city of Sullivan and Sullivan Bank will celebrate America on July 4.with the annual fireworks display at the fairgrounds. The $15,000 display is cost shared between the city and Sullivan Bank. The city has a $10,000 commitment and Sullivan Bank provides a $5,000 donation for a spectacular display. The...
Fraternal Order Of Eagles 12U Cap Off A Perfect Season
The Fraternal Order of Eagles (FOE) 12U team capped off their perfect season with a 16-8 victory over 7 Cedars on Thursday, June 27. FOE head coach Joe Starr could not have been any prouder of his squad for accomplishing the difficult feat of going undefeated. The final message he wants to give his team is to continue playing baseball even with the season wrapped up. Starr wants his boys to continue their love of the game and suggests they can play catch with a ball or be on a travel team to continue improving. He also thanked every sponsor who helped fund the youth league this year and gave the opportunity for each kid to play the sport.
Pinemark 12U Survives The Bourbon Warhawks 9-7
Pinemark fended off the Bourbon Warhawks to win 9-7 on Thursday, June 27. The two 12U teams battled again the following Monday for the season finale. Stats were unavailable at press time. Pinemark. The winning team marked nine runs, eight RBIs, six hits and six walks on 19 at-bats. Easton...
Missouri Minute: Kansas City, Rolla miss Tech Hub funding; St. Louis utility rates may rise
Last fall, the federal government designated regions centered around Rolla and Kansas City as among 31 "Tech Hubs” across the country. The hubs then competed for federal funding to complete industry-specific projects. On Tuesday, 12 hubs were announced as recipients of more than $500 million in combined grants, but Rolla and Kansas City were not among them. In other news, the Biden administration has proposed a new rule to protect workers from heat-related illness and injury, with workload and cool-down requirements designed to reduce issues. Plus, July Fourth provides a midsummer boost to Missouri food and beverage businesses, ranging from bakers to brewers to butchers. Keep reading for these stories and more.
Future Eagles Step Up To The Plate At Baseball Camp
Sullivan High School held a youth baseball camp for its future Eagles on June 24, 26 and 28. They trained 4th-5th graders from 3:30 to 5 p.m., then 6th-8th followed until 6:30 p.m. Head coach Ian Whitson preached to the kids and teenagers how important it is to learn the...
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