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Missouri uses money, laws to push evidence-based reading instruction
If you drop into an elementary reading lesson, you might see kids learning about the long U sound, building their vocabulary or practicing how to read aloud without sounding like robots. And if you visit Kansas City Public Schools this fall, you should see all students in the same grade...
Mt. Vernon Police Department named winner of annual Boots, Badges and Bandages Blood Drive at First Baptist
On Thursday, July 11, the First Baptist Church of Mt. Vernon in partnership with the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks hosted the annual “Boots, Blood and Bandages” blood drive which brought attention to local first responders from the Mt. Vernon Police Department, Mt. Vernon Fire Department, and Lawrence County EMS and their “Bravery in Action”.
2 Springfield marijuana dispensaries rank among state's 10 best
Two Springfield marijuana dispensaries have been recognized as the best in the state. Greenlight Springfield, located at 218 N. National Ave., and Flora Farms - Springfield, located at 2027 N. Glenstone Ave., were ranked among the 10 best marijuana dispensaries in Missouri for 2024 by Leafly, an online marijuana resource. ...
Remaining items at Chesterfield Mall on auction through September
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. (First Alert 4) – The remaining assets of the Chesterfield Mall will be auctioned off through the month of September. Piddle Crick Hill Mercantile & Auctions will facilitate the sale of various items, including store fixtures, mall memorabilia, kitchen equipment, decorative items, furniture and more. The Staenberg...
Lawyer for Bar:PM owner wants Gabe Gore's office sanctioned for 'hiding essential evidence'
ST. LOUIS — The lawyer for Bar:PM wants a judge to sanction the circuit attorney's office or drop the case against his client over prosecutors "hiding essential evidence," according to a court filing this week. In a motion for sanctions, lawyer James Wyrsch said Gabe Gore's office has refused...
Pettis County man pleads guilty to child molestation, sentenced to 20 years in prison
SEDALIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Green Ridge man pleaded guilty on Monday to two counts of third-degree child molestation. Marlon Edward Lange was sentenced on Monday to 20 years in prison. The Pettis County Sheriff’s Office wrote on its social media that Lange was initially charged with child enticement and three counts of first-degree child molestation. The post Pettis County man pleads guilty to child molestation, sentenced to 20 years in prison appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Stone new pastor at Bois D’Arc UMC
Will also serve as pastor of Springfield’s Asbury UMC. The Bois D’Arc United Methodist Church has a new pastor in the pulpit. Rev. Rachel Zahn Stone assumed leadership of the church on Monday, July 1. She succeeds Rev. Susan Schmalzbauer, who was the church’s pastor for three years.
New Chiefs Signing Already Making Plays in Practice
Newly-signed undrafted WR Kyle Sheets got off to a quick start with the Chiefs, making an impressive catch during the team's 7-on-7 drill. There's limited competition at this unofficial practice portion of training camp, though Sheets is making a name for himself regardless. After originally getting an opportunity with the...
AFC Heavyweight Lands Disgruntled 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk In Blockbuster Trade Proposal That Would Make Them The Biggest Threat To A Chiefs Three-Peat
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has suddenly emerged as the biggest name to follow on the trade market with training camp approaching. On Tuesday, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported that the 26-year-old Brandon Aiyuk has requested a trade from the 49ers following lengthy contract discussions that have yet to culminate in an extension.
Parson endorses Kehoe in Missouri gubernatorial race
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Gov. Mike Parson officially endorsed Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe in the Missouri governor race on Thursday. In a press release sent by Kehoe’s campaign, Parson said "To keep Missouri moving forward, we need a conservative leader who can get things done as our next governor. That’s why I am proud to endorse The post Parson endorses Kehoe in Missouri gubernatorial race appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Kansas, Missouri clergy argue rise of white Christian nationalism poses threat to democracy
Kansas, Missouri religious leaders rally in Olathe to share concern that white Christian nationalism was a growing threat to democracy in the United States. The post Kansas, Missouri clergy argue rise of white Christian nationalism poses threat to democracy appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
Post-drought pasture improvement takes more than rain; four things to do after back-to-back droughts
LINNEUS, Mo. — Heavy rainfall throughout much of Missouri on July 2 may have lessened worries about drought damage in pastures, but one good rain won’t undo the damage to mismanaged pastures during two straight years of drought, according to two University of Missouri Extension specialists based at the MU Forage Systems Research Center in Linneus.
Midwestern Nonprofit Operator Christian Horizon Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
ST. LOUIS — Midwest Christian Villages, a St. Louis-based operator of Christian Horizons-branded seniors housing communities, has filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company operates 12 communities in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Iowa. Chapter 11 bankruptcies in long-term care and healthcare reached a multiyear high in the...
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