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(LISTEN): Economist Tom Kruckmeyer discusses tax incentives for Chiefs, Royals on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
Kansas lawmakers are trying to lure the Kansas City Chiefs and perhaps the Royals to the Sunflower State. Missouri Governor Mike Parson (R) leaves office in January and has made it clear that one of his priorities is keeping the Chiefs and Royals in Missouri. His administration is currently working to put a deal together to make sure the Show-Me State is competitive with Kansas. The governor says Missouri will be competitive, telling reporters in Columbia in mid-June that “we’re not just going to roll over and let Kansas come in here and take two major franchises (Chiefs and Royals) out of our state without having some sort of package ourselves.” Sports economist Tom Kruckmeyer of Jefferson City joined us live on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Mid-Missouri” and blasts any possible tax incentives for the Chiefs or Royals, particularly the Chiefs. Mr. Kruckmeyer tells listeners that public subsidies for sports team facilities do not pay for themselves, describing them as a net drain on the treasuries of taxing jurisdictions. Mr. Kruckmeyer tells listeners that Governor Parson will likely propose the use of public funds, but notes the specifics are unknown. Mr. Kruckmeyer describes the Kansas City Chiefs as “fantastically profitable,” saying last year’s Chiefs profit was $95-million, citing Forbes magazine. Kruckmeyer tells listeners he’s been studying this issue since then-St. Louis Cardinals football owner Bill Bidwill moved the Big Red to Arizona in 1988.:
Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
State: Licking resident OK’d for wholesale marijuana license
A Licking application was among 57 receiving marijuana microbusiness licenses in Missouri, a state agency announced. The post State: Licking resident OK’d for wholesale marijuana license appeared first on Houston Herald.
Police investigating south St. Louis hit-and-run crash as homicide
ST. LOUIS — St. Louis police are investigating the cause of death for a woman found fatally injured Wednesday night in St. Louis' Carondelet neighborhood. At about 10 p.m., the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department reported that Accident Reconstruction investigators were called to a crash involving a person fatally struck at the intersection of Bellerive Boulevard and Minnesota Avenue.
Vandalia: A community of compassion
Recently, the City of Vandalia received a prestigious honor from the Best Friends Network, a nationwide coalition of shelters, rescue groups, and animal welfare organizations. The network’s mission? To save the lives of homeless pets and create a world where no animal is left behind. The honor came because...
Funnel cloud spotted over Perryville fast food restaurant
A funnel cloud was reportedly seen over Perryville around 1:37 p.m. on the afternoon of July 17. Kenny Williams of Ozora took a photo of the funnel cloud that appeared as if it was hovering over the local Hardees restaurant. Williams and his son were looking at a pickup he was interested in buying when they noticed the funnel cloud.
What Missouri’s vulnerable children need — and what they don’t
Two recent news stories aptly illustrate what Missouri children “at risk” of maltreatment need — and what they don’t. What they need is concrete help for their families, so their family poverty is not confused with “neglect” and they are not torn from everyone they know and love and consigned to the chaos of foster […]
Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado Brace for Intense Heat Wave
Tulsa, OK – The south-central Plains are set to experience dangerously high temperatures during the first week of August, according to the Climate Prediction Center. The forecast indicates a high risk of excessive heat, with maximum air temperatures ranging from 100 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat index values could surpass 110 degrees, posing significant health risks to residents in Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, and Colorado.
THE COUNTY LINE: Memories from a Bradley contemporary and a fond farewell to Crystal’s Ken Jones
Crystal City’s favorite son, Bill Bradley, turns 81 Sunday. Let’s all wish the basketball icon, former U.S. senator and one-time presidential candidate a happy birthday. Of course, there’s much more to athletics at Crystal than just its most notable name. Larry Church can tell you all about it.
Newly-Acquired Centre Could Have A Future With New Team
Earlier this month, the St. Louis Blues acquired centre Alexandre Texier from the Columbus Blue Jackets. The 24-year old may have a future with the Blues. Texier will begin his first year with the Blues after having a career year in Columbus last season. The young centre scored 12 goals and added 30 assists. Furthermore, Texier played in 78 games. His previous career high before was 36 games. Texier also emerged as a two-way forward.
The future of the rotation
I’m going to be honest. I have no idea what the future of the Cardinals’ starting rotation looks like. I’m not sure the Cardinals do either. I do not mean this as a bad thing, believe it or not. The Cardinals have crafted a situation where there are almost limitless possibilities, where it can be an expensive, free-agent driven rotation or they could go the homegrown route with a free agent starter or two.
Missouri judges have overturned 2 murder convictions in recent weeks. Why did the AG fight freedom?
ST. LOUIS (AP) — A man who was on the verge of walking out of prison this week after a judge found evidence of “actual innocence” and overturned his murder conviction now faces a fresh legal hurdle. The person blocking Christopher Dunn’s freedom is Missouri Attorney General...
Fade to Black: Brothers nearing end of time together on diamond
In sports as in life, everything comes to an end. Games. Seasons. Careers. Brothers and best friends wearing the same uniform. When the Festus Post 253 senior (AAA) team played its last American Legion baseball game this summer in a wild 15-12 loss to the Jackson Tribe in the Zone 1 tournament Monday night, it also was the end of the line for Devin and Dylan Black of Herculaneum. Post 253 held off elimination Sunday with a 1-0 shutout of Ste. Genevieve Post 150 and with a 2-1 victory over Kirkwood Post 156 in its first game Monday.
Alton police officer out, indicted for alleged stealing
A Madison County grand jury has indicted a local man for allegedly stealing from the union representing Alton Police. Forty-one-year-old Jeremiah Dressler is charged with one count of theft between $10,000 and $100,000, theft by deception, and three counts of wire fraud. Dressler’s accused of using the Alton Police Department...
Branson Rental Properties Bill Passed
Branson Finance Director Cherri Phifer delivered a presentation on short-term rental properties during Tuesday night's board of aldermen meeting. A final reading of the presented bill passed. These new pieces of code were previously given to the board for consideration. Those new codes include displaying an emergency plan in all...
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