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Nixa Public Schools giving teachers a pay raise
NIXA, Mo. — With the start of the school year about a month away for many local districts, Nixa Public Schools is raising teacher pay and adding additional incentives this year to help attract and keep staff members. “I’ve been on the school board for ten years, and every year it’s been a 2% raise, […]
Mo. DNR awards $50K to Delta for wastewater system improvements
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KFVS) - The City of Delta was awarded a grant from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to evaluate the city’s wastewater system. The grant, which totals $50,000, is part of the DNR’s Clean Water Engineering Report Grant program, according to a release. This program offers funding to small communities for wastewater engineering costs incurred in preparation of a facility plan report.
Police arrest 2 accused of firing shots near Branson intersection
BRANSON, Mo. (KY3) - Police arrested two suspects wanted for firing shots at a vehicle in Branson. On Tuesday at 10:45 a.m., officers responded to a call of shots fire in the area of Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and Little Pete Road. Officers quickly spotted the vehicle and pulled over the driver.
Homes damaged by trees after Tuesday morning storms in Sunrise Beach
One person was pulled from a house in Sunrise Beach after the building collapsed after a tree fell on Tuesday morning. The post Homes damaged by trees after Tuesday morning storms in Sunrise Beach appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Fire destroys shop at Benton County campground for military members, first responders
Multiple fire departments respond to a fire that destroys a shop at a Benton County campground. The Warsaw Fire Protection District says crews responded to a fire alarm at Camp OBR on Golden Acres Road last night. When crews arrived, they found smoke coming from the eaves of the shop building. Though the fire appeared small at first, once the shop doors opened, the fire rapidly grew, threatening other structures.
Fort Leonard Wood officials identify soldier found dead on post
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. (KY3) - Fort Leonard Wood identified a soldier found dead in an on-post residence on July 12. Cpl. Robert Wilson, 23, worked as a human resources non-commissioned officer assigned to the 84th Chemical Battalion at the post. Staff found him unresponsive with a gunshot wound. “Our...
Patrick Mahomes Reveals Truth Behind His Unprecedented Training Camp Move
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for the start of training camp. This will be a crucial part of the team's offseason as they look to defend their title in 2025. For his part, Mahomes recently revealed that he's decided to make an unprecedented move for this year's camp. For ...
Heavy rains leads to at least one voluntary evacuation in De Soto
Heavy rain turned the Joachim Creek in De Soto into a river early this afternoon. City Manager Todd Melkus said just after noon when the creek hit about 8.5 feet, first responders began knocking on doors, alerting residents of rising waters. He said the first responders went to 30 to...
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid Jokes Travis Kelce is Sometimes the ‘Waterboy’ in Taylor Swift Relationship
Perry Knotts/Getty Images Andy Reid knows better than anybody the importance of balance and teamwork when it comes to finding success. A well-executed game plan is crucial on the football field, of course, but the Chiefs head coach argued it’s also come in handy in Travis Kelce’s relationship with Taylor Swift. “When he goes to […]
Fulton police investigate Kathy Street after man found dead in street, one neighbor saw man get shot
FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) A Fulton Police Department deputy chief said one a man was found dead in a residential street on Tuesday afternoon. The Fulton Police Department advised residents on Tuesday to avoid the area of town near Kathy Street. FPD Deputy Chief Dall Hedges said one person was found dead at the scene. He The post Fulton police investigate Kathy Street after man found dead in street, one neighbor saw man get shot appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Report: 5 Kansas City Chiefs Players Injured Before Start Of Training Camp
The Kansas City Chiefs have players battling injury before training camp. Rookies reported to training camp on Tuesday. Veterans will return for training camp on Saturday. The Chiefs had one important injury hanging over their heads during OTAs this spring: Joe Thuney. Thuney suffered a pec injury during the playoffs last season, keeping him out of the Chiefs’ Super Bowl win over the San Francisco 49ers.
St. Louis County Council vote on funding for senior tax freeze put on hold
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Tuesday, the St. Louis County Council decided to put on a plan to fund a property tax freeze for seniors. The bill could affect around 150,000 households. The money would go towards the infrastructure needed to implement the freeze that passed in 2023. That includes an additional $600,000 to the Department of Revenue’s Budget in order to hire staff and set up an online portal for applications.
Jefferson City offers $7.3 million in CDBG grants for affordable housing projects
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City announced in a Tuesday social media post that it is offering $7.3 million in grants for affordable multi-family rental projects. The funding comes from the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Relief Program. It aims to boost housing recovery efforts following the destruction from the 2019 tornado. The city is accepting The post Jefferson City offers $7.3 million in CDBG grants for affordable housing projects appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Kansas City Zoo announces winning name for new baby giraffe
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Zoo’s voting poll has concluded, and the new giraffe’s name has been chosen. “Willow” the Masai giraffe was born on June 30 at around 1:30 a.m. At birth, she weighed about 125 pounds and stood 5 feet 6 inches tall.
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