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Missouri children are losing Medicaid coverage at rate that is alarming pediatricians
The state’s Medicaid rolls are down by roughly 136,000 kids since June 2023, and Missouri’s worst-in-nation processing delays make it arduous to re-enroll — causing many to miss doctor’s appointments, prescriptions. Dr. Maya Moody, a community pediatrician in St. Louis, knows a new month has begun...
July known for hottest days ever in Missouri and Arkansas
JOPLIN, Mo. (KSNF) — So far this summer, dangerous heat has made weather headlines across America as multiple heatwaves pushed temperatures into the triple digits throughout much of the nation. When it comes to record-setting heat, the month of July is typically where you’ll find it. In fact, much of the U.S. has its hottest […]
Scout crops early and often for best results
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Though physically demanding and time-consuming, scouting fields for insect pests is essential to crop health, yields and profits, says University of Missouri Extension state entomologist Ivair Valmorbida. Weekly scouting during the growing season helps producers identify and manage problems for early intervention, Valmorbida says. He advises...
Ashland Pride festival spreads love and inclusivity
Spread throughout Ashland Park, the third annual Ashland Pride festival included vendors of all trades, performances from different groups, laughing attendees and waving flags, in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Community members from Ashland and its surrounding areas gathered from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday to celebrate who they...
Mizzou Chancellor says remote classes are here to stay, but won’t replace the physical classroom
The pandemic may be over, but remote classes are here to stay, according to Mizzou chancellor Mun Choi. He believes they don’t pose a threat to the in-person classroom experience. “You know, the thought that online education would be – will create the death of (the) in-person, residential higher...
Mudcats Lose Regular Season Finale, Miss Chance to Host Postseason Game
The Chillicothe Mudcats had already clinched a spot in the MINK League postseason for the first time in three years earlier this week. They came into the final day of the MINK League playoffs with a chance to host a MINK League playoff game for the first time in five years. They needed to either win against the Warren County Cropdusters, or they needed the Sedalia Bombers to lose at St. Joseph earlier in the day. Unfortunately, they got neither result to work in their favor.
2024 Jordan Hoyt Memorial Tribute to Women Award winners announced
Each year, the University of Missouri Chancellor’s Committee on the Status of Women awards the Jordan Hoyt Memorial Tribute to a student, faculty and staff who go above and beyond to contribute to an environment of equity, fairness and justice for women on campus. These recipients have demonstrated respect for the diversity of women’s experiences and have helped to promote the advancement of women through education and advocacy.
Monday's Report: Bacon get road W, Henley's Open, 🏈talk/Macon TD Club, Macon RBI wins; Bad day for the Braves; MLB HoF, college 🏈, Olympics, WNBA, NFL, NASCAR
In Coverage: A superb British Open for Russell Henley; Talking football with Macon Touchdown Club speakers. 📰S📰C📰O📰R📰E📰B📰O📰A📰R📰D. For most of the game, it was a rough night for Macon, down 5-3. Then came the ninth, when Macon put up 6...
Sunday Sit-down with Mizzou volleyball coach Dawn Sullivan
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) ABC 17 Sports Director Nathalie Jones brought on Mizzou volleyball coach Dawn Sullivan in this week's edition of Sunday Sit-down to preview the upcoming 2024 season. You can watch their full conversation in the video player above. Article Topic Follows: Sports. BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION. ABC...
No injuries reported after fire at Orr Street Studios in downtown Columbia Sunday morning
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Fire Department responded to a fire at Orr Street Studios in downtown Columbia early Sunday morning. According to a press release from the department, crews were dispatched to a large outside fire at 106 Orr Street at 2:09 a.m. Firefighters found a small fire next to the building, but the The post No injuries reported after fire at Orr Street Studios in downtown Columbia Sunday morning appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Victim of weekend homicide found alive in KC hospital in critical condition
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Investigators continue to piece together what happened after police in Kansas City were told the victim of a weekend homicide was still alive in a nearby hospital in critical condition. Around 8:15 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, the Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department announced that...
UPDATED: Sedalia man with history of criminal activity arrested for trafficking methamphetamine & fentanyl
UPDATE: Douglas Bradley has been formally charged with two counts of second-degree drug trafficking and tampering with physical evidence. Charges are pending against a Pettis County man following a month-long investigation into drug activity. Douglas Bradley, of Sedalia, was taken into custody early Saturday morning after leading officers from several...
Columbia Police investigate early morning shooting just north of I-70
Columbia Police investigate a shots fire incident reported early Sunday morning. The incident was reported just before 2 a.m. in the 500 block of Texas Avenue, just north of I-70. Witnesses told police that shots had been fired and property damage was reported. However, no injuries were reported. Anyone with...
Travis Kelce Sparks Fan Frenzy With New Look at Chiefs’ Training Camp
Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce has had one heck of an offseason. He has spent much of his downtime jet-setting with his new bae, Taylor Swift. Swift is currently wrapping up the international leg of her critically acclaimed Eras Tour. And Travis has been in full support of his lady.
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