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Missouri children are losing Medicaid coverage at rate that is alarming pediatricians
Dr. Maya Moody, a community pediatrician in St. Louis, knows a new month has begun when her clinic’s billing department runs patients’ names and she hears about the children no longer covered by Medicaid. One of those patients, now 3 years old and deaf in one ear, was scheduled for a cochlear implant. But when […] The post Missouri children are losing Medicaid coverage at rate that is alarming pediatricians appeared first on Missouri Independent.
MO Chamber President Mehan steps down after 29 years
Former Missouri Chamber of Commerce President, Dan Mehan, has retired after 29 years with the Chamber, 26 as president. Mehan looks back with pride on the Chamber’s accomplishments, especially its wins in the Missouri legislature, pushing for workers compensation reform, changes to civil jurisprudence, economic development, and infrastructure. “Nothing...
Heartland native to represent Missouri in Miss USA 2024 pageant
CAMPBELL, Mo. (KFVS) - Campbell, Missouri native Ashleigh Bedwell took home the Miss Missouri USA crown in June. “It feels so surreal,” Bedwell said. “It means a lot to me. This wasn’t the first time that I competed, I actually won on my eighth try.”. Bedwell said...
Eastern Missouri Weather: St. Louis Braces for Thunderstorms Sunday Afternoon
St. Louis, MO – Eastern Missouri is set to experience a shift in weather as thunderstorms are expected to roll in Sunday afternoon, bringing an end to the streak of mild weather. The region has enjoyed below-normal temperatures and low humidity, but rain chances will return, impacting plans for the rest of the week.
Kansas City Weather: Mid-70s to Low 80s With Weekend Showers in Western Missouri
Kansas City, MO – Western Missouri is set for a cooler July weekend with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the lower 80s. The National Weather Service in Kansas City predicts scattered showers and thunderstorms, though no severe weather is expected. According to the National Weather Service, Saturday’s highs...
Missouri State President Richard 'Biff' Williams updates school's AD search, timeline
New Missouri State president Dr. Richard "Biff" Williams provided an updated timeline on the university's search for its next athletics director while also detailing the type of candidate he is looking for. In an interview with the News-Leader, MSU's new boss said the school received almost 50 applicants for the job and the committee spent this past week interviewing eight semifinalists via Zoom. ...
Several Springfield tenants waiting to see what’s next after landlord goes to jail
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Several Springfield business owners are weighing their next steps tonight after their landlord, Marco Denis, was charged with domestic assault and kidnapping. Denis, whose company owns Plaza Towers and several other properties, is being held in jail without bond. OzarksFirst spoke over the phone with several tenants at the Plaza Towers, some […]
Locals react to nationwide CrowdStrike outage
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — In case you missed it, there was a nationwide outage for companies that use CrowdStrike following an update sent out by the tech group. So what does that mean? Shannon McMurtrey, Associate Professor of Cyber-Risk Management at Drury University says there’s not much to worry about if you don’t use CrowdStrike. “Most […]
Rescue One celebrates 10 years of helping animals in need
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Rescue One is a non-profit organization celebrating ten years of rescuing animals in the Springfield area. Since opening its doors in 2013, the center has rescued and nurtured over 15,000 animals in need and educated the public on responsible pet ownership as it strives to unite pets and owners with their perfect match.
SPS changes rules for displaying Safe Space stickers, requires training
In response to lingering questions, Springfield Public Schools notified employees Friday of new guidelines outlining the display of Safe Space stickers on district property. The district has long permitted the voluntary placement of the stickers and will continue. However, only district-issued Safe Space stickers will be allowed, which do not...
Court date set for Missouri man accused of soliciting a minor online
NEWKIRK — A court date is set for Renegade Reno Stone, 30, Springfield, Mo., in Kay County District Court. Stone is facing a felony count of soliciting a minor for indecent exposure and or obscene material. Otoe Missouria police officer Michael Ryan reports in the affidavit that on June...
Southwest Missouri health care education alliance expands to include Evangel
The Alliance for Healthcare Education approved its first affiliate partner, welcoming Evangel University to the effort aimed at addressing workforce shortages in southwest Missouri. In a 40-minute meeting Thursday at Cox North, the board of the alliance approved its inaugural affiliate agreement but members hinted other talks were in the...
Missouri family seeks help to find missing woman Echo Michelle Lloyd
A Missouri family is appealing to the public for help in locating their missing family member, Echo Michelle Lloyd, who disappeared in May 2020, as the case remains unsolved despite extensive searches and investigations by law enforcement.
The Ozarks began an extreme heat wave two years ago today
In 2022, it had been 8 long years since Springfield broke the 100° threshold. On July 19, 2022, we were beginning one of the hottest stretches in decades. On July 19, 2022, Springfield reached 102°. This was the beginning of the domino effect, leading to dangerously hot conditions across the Ozarks. July 2022 The extreme […]
SBJ selects first class of nonprofit award winners
Springfield Business Journal’s inaugural Nonprofit Excellence Awards will honor nine area nonprofits and three individuals serving the field. The event, which was started at Drury University and later was hosted by what is now Forvis Mazars, has been revitalized by SBJ with a new class of honorees. In the...
Fans Think Taylor Swift Tipped Off Brittany and Patrick Mahomes' Gender Reveal
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and wife Brittany may have gotten scooped on their own gender reveal. The couple shared an adorable Instagram video on July 19 showing their two children playing a game of tic-tac-toe to reveal the gender of their yet-to-arrive sibling. The video ...
St. Louis native Metro Boomin to perform ‘special’ show in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS – Metro Boomin will be performing in St. Louis for an exclusive hometown show for fans. St. Louis native and diamond-certified producer Metro Boomin announced Friday that he will hold a special ‘Metro Boomin and Friends’ performance for his fans at the Pageant on July 29. The exclusive concert will serve as a […]
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