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Discover the Wonders of Wildlife During Native American Heritage Celebration
Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium (WOW) in Springfield, Missouri, part of the Johnny Morris Conservation Foundation attractions, a non-profit organization whose mission is to advance wildlife and nature conservation by educating and connecting guests with nature through fishing, hunting and outdoor recreation, is hosting its second annual Native American Heritage Celebration on Saturday and Sunday, September 28 and 29. This enriching cultural experience is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the rich heritage and traditions of Native American cultures.
Cardinals' front office could learn a thing or two from Rays' front office
The St. Louis Cardinals and Tampa Bay Rays recently went head-to-head on the field, and the Cardinals defeated the Rays in the series. While the Cardinals may have won the battle, the Rays' organization is absolutely winning the war. For years now, the Tampa Bay Rays have continually competed in...
Perez knocks in 900th career run; Royals move to within game of Cleveland
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Salvador Perez and Hunter Renfroe hit two-run homers during a five-run third inning Friday night, and the Kansas City Royals went on to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-4 in the opener of an interleague series between playoff contenders. Perez parlayed his success in a...
Homicide detectives investigating fatal shooting in north St. Louis
ST. LOUIS – A man is dead after a shooting in north St. Louis. Police responded to Ruskin Avenue off Lillian in the Walnut Park East neighborhood just before 2 a.m. Homicide detectives are investigating. If you have any information call Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477) or the homicide division directly. There have been more than […]
Amateur radio fans gather in Joplin for annual Hamfest
JOPLIN, Mo. — A popular hobby—and old form of communication—is happening in Joplin. The Joplin Amateur Radio Club is hosting “Joplin Hamfest” at the Joplin Family Worship Center off East 7th Street.It’s the 35th year for this event, which attracts commercial radio vendors and radio enthusiasts.Ones showing up to buy, sell, and/or trade equipment, but also come together with the radio community.It also offers a class where folks can get their 10-year amateur license, which is required to be an amateur radio operator.”It’s a great hobby and it’s also one that will bring you community that you don’t have here. I have friends all over the United States, some of whom I’ve never met, but would take the shirt off their backs if I needed it,” said Rex Chambers, Joplin Amateur Radio Club President.Tabbed as the largest hamfest in southwest Missouri, this event continues tomorrow, and runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Joplin, Webb City, Seneca & Lamar all Participate in Football Jamboree
JOPLIN, MO — Junge Stadium would be a packed house on Friday night as four schools participated in Joplin football’s jamboree. Joplin, Webb City, Seneca, and Lamar’s football teams would each match up in a highly anticipated showdown of offense and defense. Webb City football was in early action with Lamar, and Braden Strickland of […]
Taijuan Walker crumbles early in KC as Phillies drop series opener to Royals
KANSAS CITY — It’s not often the Phillies find themselves in Kansas City. The last time they made their way to Missouri in the regular season was 1,930 days ago — May 12, 2019. Andrew McCutchen was leading off and the bottom of the lineup consisted of...
The best player the Chiefs are very likely to release at roster cuts
In the interest of clarity from the get-go, the headline is everything here. The Kansas City Chiefs have a number of players with some decent name recognition (thanks, three Super Bowl rings!) on the offseason 90-man roster who are flirting with the possibility of being released in a matter of days. But the wording is important here. While some bigger names could be discussed with one foot out the door, it's also just as possible those players are brought back. And that's not the conversation we're having.
County Council to have gate installed at Rockford Park
Jefferson County Council members have agreed to have an access-control gate installed at Rockford Park to increase safety measures and curb misuse of the House Springs park along the Big River. The call comes after a drowning and a string of water rescues this summer near the river access point...
Local marathon runners raising 'dough' for charity
(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) Local marathon runners and 'Measly Mile Mafia' members Terra James and Jordin Morgan are using their passion for good. James and Morgan have teamed up with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House respectively, and are raising money in a tasty way. Before they...
Westport is getting a new LGBTQ+ bar, but it wants to be more than another 'raging club'
Westport nightlife is set for transformation as a sweeping expansion adds seven late-night hotspots to the historic entertainment district — anchored by a new bar catering specifically to Kansas City’s LGBTQ+ community. Q Kansas City — a collaboration with Lance Pierce of Queer Bar Takeover — is expected...
KDHX and associate members settle lawsuit, two volunteers' picks to be on board
Community radio station KDHX and a group of station volunteers settled a lawsuit Friday ahead of a trial that was set for Tuesday in St. Louis Circuit Court, according to a statement issued by the station’s public relations firm and attributed to both sides. Critics have sought since September...
St. Louis area health officials closely monitoring spread of mpox
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - St. Louis area health officials are closely monitoring the spread of mpox after the World Health Organization declared the virus a public health emergency. The World Health Organization issued a similar warning about COVID-19, but unlike the early days of COVID, an mpox...
St. Louis mayor vetoes charter modernization bill
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen will not undergo a name change in November. Mayor Tishaura Jones on Friday vetoed a bill that would have modernized language in the city charter. Among other changes, it would have renamed the Board of Aldermen to the St. Louis City Council. The objection...
What to do in the Lou: Weekend events Aug. 24-25
ST. LOUIS — From experiencing different cultures to trying new food, there are several events happening in the St. Louis area this weekend, Aug. 24-25. Festival of Nations. The largest multicultural event in the region returns to Tower Grove Park this Saturday and Sunday, hosted by the International Institute of St. Louis.
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