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Dangers of driving simulation for teenagers
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO (KBSI) – The Drury Plaza Hotel in Cape Girardeau hosted a simulation to teach teenagers the importance of driving safely. Traction Teen Traffic Safety Program partnered with the Cape Girardeau Fire Department to create a mock accident. They remind everyone to “buckle up and put the phone down.”
Grace Coffee + Cafe Celebrates one year anniversary of kindness, smiles, and job opportunities for people with disabilities
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo (KBSI) – Grace Coffee + Cafe in Cape Girardeau Missouri celebrated their open year anniversary with a anniversary block party Saturday afternoon. “This is what our dream was for us to have the opportunity to provide opportunities for people with disabilities,” says Susan Stone the owner of Grace Coffee + Cafe. She explains what it means for the organization to offer opportunities for those with disabilities saying, ” it’s it’s awesome because it allows our community to see the word and value of every individual and that they have things to contribute and they could be a good fit for any employer in Cape.”
Faith, 'common sense conservative' values guide Martin in run for state House seat
John Martin, 55, is the owner of Pro Pumping & Hydrojetting and often finds himself out on jobs cleaning out grease traps and hydro-jetting clogged drain lines. One of his company’s largest clients is the University of Missouri. He has had three children graduate from MU and says maintaining state support for MU is a priority for him as a candidate for the Missouri House of Representatives.
Missouri Braces for Damaging Winds and Severe Thunderstorms Overnight
St. Louis, MO – Central and northeastern Missouri are preparing for a series of severe thunderstorms expected to hit this afternoon and overnight. These storms bring the potential for damaging winds reaching up to 60 mph. According to the US National Weather Service in St. Louis, scattered thunderstorms are...
Weather Alert: Storms and High Heat Forecast for Eastern Iowa, Western Illinois
Davenport, IA – Scattered showers and isolated storms are expected to move northward across eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois this morning and into the afternoon. High temperatures will range from the upper 70s in far northwest Illinois to the upper 80s in far northeast Missouri and west central Illinois. Showers and storms may redevelop after midnight, with some potentially becoming strong.
Here's how to save on school supplies with Missouri's sales tax holiday
For 72 hours this weekend, Missouri students and their families can buy many school supplies without having to pay local and state sales tax. The annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday in Missouri comes just a few weeks before the start of the 2024-25 school year. In Springfield, the first day is Monday, Aug....
Across Missouri, cannabis lounges take root in a 'wild wild west' of marijuana regulations
As the marijuana industry blooms in Missouri, entrepreneurs seek to provide new avenues for consumers in cannabis lounges. The Treehouse Lounge, a cannabis lounge outside of Nixa, opened in November 2023 and eventually hopes to expand its presence across the state. “We're eventually trying to get to an area where...
Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison faces primary election challengers. What to know
All U.S. House district seats, including the 7th Congressional District of Missouri (which includes Greene County), are up for a vote during the Nov. 5 general election. In the Springfield area, voters will weigh in on the seat currently held by Rep. Eric Burlison, who is running for reelection. The primary election, in which Burlison faces three Republican challengers as well as opponents from other parties, is set for Aug. 6. Here are the 7th District candidates...
Heat Advisory issued July 28 at 3:27AM CDT until August 1 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
* WHAT…Heat index values up to 110 expected. * WHERE…Portions of central, east central, northeast, and. * WHEN…From 1 PM Monday to 7 PM CDT Thursday. * IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat. illnesses. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay...
What Happens to Iowa if the New Madrid Fault Line Shakes Again?
When it comes to natural disasters, the Hawkeye State faces several risks: flooding, tornadoes, winter storms, drought, etc... But most Iowans would be shocked if you told them that a major fault line can be found not far from the state's borders. A major earthquake in this region could cause significant damage in several states, including Iowa.
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