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Growth in artificial intelligence, data centers puts pressure on Missouri energy supply
As the use of artificial intelligence grows, so does the technology required to store its data — and the energy that infrastructure consumes. At a recent forum about “securing Missouri’s energy future,” lawmakers, regulators, lobbyists and advocates discussed the challenge of powering new data centers. A data center is a physical location that houses...
Missouri regulators visit nearly 50 stores to inspect for intoxicating hemp edibles
Missouri Hemp Trade Association sent letter to DHSS saying regulators don’t have the right to demand store owners destroy the products. State health regulators walked into the busy Prime Fuel gas station in Sedalia on Tuesday morning and asked the clerk if there were any intoxicating hemp-derived THC edibles in the store — products the governor banned as of Sept. 1.
Company with Missouri Locations Just Bought Modern Market Eatery
If you're interested in a different kind of fast food, you might be interested in a different kind of fast food chain that has just been purchased by a company that already has Missouri locations. Restaurant Dive just shared the news of a transaction completed by Thrive Restaurant Group. This...
Jackson County sues State Tax Commission for order on 2023 property tax rollback
(The Center Square) – Jackson County leaders filed a lawsuit to overturn the Missouri State Tax Commission’s order to roll back 2023 property tax assessment values. Assessor Gail McCann Beatty, County Executive Frank White and the Board of Equalization in Jackson County filed a 37-page complaint in the circuit court of Jackson County. "We believe the State Tax Commission's order is not only misguided and dangerous, but also violates state...
Improving drought conditions having positive effect on Missouri crops
Sep. 6—With drought conditions slowly improving across Missouri, crop conditions are looking up compared to last year's levels. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, as of August, corn and soybean conditions in Missouri are improving. USDA's Crop Progress report shows that Missouri's corn is the best in the country. Missouri's corn was rated 79% good to excellent, the most in the ...
Preview for the 2024 Mizzou volleyball season
Coming off a much-improved 2023 season, Mizzou volleyball is looking to take another step forward in 2024. An 18-13 record following a 9-19 season marks a huge turnaround, largely due to second-year coach Dawn Sullivan and standout performances from both young and veteran players. With the majority of the team...
Chevy Chase Coming to Missouri’s Fox Theatre for One Night Only
Get ready to laugh for a night as Chevy Chase celebrates the 35th anniversary of the National Lampoons Christmas Vacation. It's one of those movies my family and I watch every holiday season, and sometimes during the summer, National Lampons Christmas Vacation. As a fas, when I found out that Chevy Chase was coming to The Fox Theatre to celebrate the movie's 35th anniversary I admittedly bought tickets.
Company on Missouri State Line Just Bought 85 Sonic Locations
Well, this is interesting. 85 Sonic locations were just purchased and none of them were in Missouri. However, Missouri is definitely a factor as the company behind the acquisition is quite literally right on the Missouri state line. I saw Restaurant Dive share the news of this big franchise purchase...
FEMA Map of Nuke Targets Suddenly Shows Many Odd Missouri Places
This brings up so many questions. Many maps have been shared over the years showing what the federal government believes would be the most likely targets if a worst-case scenario nuclear exchange were to occur. Why does that latest FEMA map now show many unexpected Missouri targets all of a sudden?
Evidence Texas Gangs are Bringing Their Violence into Missouri
If you think gangs are restricted to their state of origin, think again. There's ample evidence that Texas gangs have already brought their violence into Missouri and the worst is likely yet to come. Just days ago, the O'Fallon Police Department shared details with Fox 2 in St. Louis about...
$50,000 Powerball prize won in Republic
REPUBLIC, Mo. — According to a press release from the Missouri Lottery, hand-picked numbers for Powerball led a player to win $50,000 in the Aug. 19 drawing. The ticket was purchased at the Casey’s located at 604 North Main Street. The winning numbers were 1, 2, 15, 23 and 28. The Powerball number was 10. […]
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