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UP Employee Repurposes Downed Trees After Tornados in Missouri
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. – After tornados in Missouri, a Union Pacific employee processed downed trees to turn into rail tie-ready logs for local mills. Track Supervisor, Tod Spradley, said, “I hated to see all of those trees go to waste,” after tornados hit the town of Poplar Bluff in Missouri. UP reports the track supervisor collected oak, hickory, and gum logs on and around his property to cut more than 40 logs into tie length. (Notably, there are an estimated 40 to 60 logs to collect on his 42-acre property.) The 8-foot, 6-inch logs were then loaded into Spradley’s large dump trailer with an excavator and tractor.
Where Missouri Republican candidates for governor stand on personal property taxes
Missouri Republicans running to win the governor’s race are trying to harness frustration over 2023’s property tax assessment fiasco with varying promises of cuts. State Sen. Bill Eigel, a member of the far-right Freedom Caucus, has made eliminating personal property taxes on things like cars, farm and business equipment a top priority as a lawmaker […] The post Where Missouri Republican candidates for governor stand on personal property taxes appeared first on The Beacon.
Richland man injured in Laclede County crash
A Richland man was injured Wednesday, July 24, resulting from a two-vehicle crash the occurred at Jonquil Road and Highway 5 in Laclede County 4.5 miles north of Lebanon, according to an online report of Troop I of the Missouri State Highway Patrol. A 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, driven by Austin...
Previewing the Laclede County Sheriff’s race
LACLEDE COUNTY, Mo. — OzarksFirst is Your Local Election Headquarters and continues its coverage of several local races ahead of the August 6 primary. Today, OzarksFirst is covering the Republican Primary race for Laclede County Sheriff. Current Sheriff David Millsap is not running for re-election after two terms at the helm. The candidates are Matt […]
Ozark Empire Fair kicks off Thursday for its 88th year in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Ozark Empire Fair kicks off Thursday for its 88th year. It takes place for ten days, from July 25 to August 3, at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. There’s so much fun in store, according to fairgrounds CEO Aaron Owen. “We consider that the largest...
A behind the scene look at how Dickerson Park Zoo cares for their lions
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -A behind the scene look at how Dickerson Park Zoo cares for their lions. To report a correction or typo, please email digitalnews@ky3.com. Please include the article info in the subject line of the email.
Greg Davis Readies to Lead First Plumbing Program Classes at Ozarks Tech
For Greg Davis, a master plumber with more than 35 years in the field, it’s a natural fit to bring his hands-on knowledge to the classroom as an instructor for Ozark Tech’s new Plumbing Technology Program. The southwest Missouri native not only knows the ins and outs of the trade, he knows the opportunities the plumbing industry offers and what it can mean to someone willing to learn and apply those skills. It is that understanding and passion for the field that he’s looking forward to sharing with students when the first classes begin on August 19.
West Plains, Mo. business owner ends Amber Alert after locking suspect, victim inside business
WEST PLAINS, Mo. (KY3) - A little girl is safe, and charges have been filed against a man who abducted his daughter in Howell County, Mo., on Tuesday evening. The abduction led to an amber alert and a frantic search that ended thanks to the quick action of a business owner.
Missouri S&T launches innovation ecosystem design initiative
Dr. Venkat Allada, professor of engineering management and systems engineering, has been named executive director of the Innovation Ecosystem Design Initiative, a one-year project organized and launched by the Kummer College of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development at Missouri University of Science and Technology. Allada’s appointment took effect July 1.
Cardinals deny Trump celebration accusations
The St. Louis Cardinals cleared things up regarding a celebration their players have done. Teams have gotten into the habit of celebrating hits/extra-base hits with signals to their teammates in the dugout. The Cardinals are no exception. After Alec Burleson hit a home run in the Cardinals’ 6-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday,... The post Cardinals deny Trump celebration accusations appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A Cardinals-White Sox trade to cement St. Louis as NL contender
The St. Louis Cardinals are having quite the comeback year despite their obvious weaknesses. While they appear closer to postseason material, they currently don’t look like they have a shot against the titans of the NL like the Dodgers or Phillies. One such weakness is the lack of a reliable starter behind Sonny Gray.
Sweet Petites KC closes River Market storefront for safety concerns
The small business started as a self-taught hobby and fun pastime for owner and operator Lindsay Goff. Within no time, it developed into a full-fledged business with custom orders for parties, showers, weddings and special events of all kinds.
Arts News | KC women’s art on permanent exhibit at CPKC Stadium
(left to right) Lily Mueller, Rachelle Gardner-Roe, Lisa Grossman, KC Current owners Angie and Chris Long and Laura Nugent celebrate the opening of the art collection at CPKC Stadium. (Kansas City Current) When Laura Nugent attended her first KC Current game this spring at CPKC Stadium, it was also the...
Ja'Marr Chase hates Patrick Mahomes so much he wouldn't even say his name on the NFL's top 100 list
Patrick Mahomes has already established himself as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. As someone who doesn’t even turn 29 until mid-September, the Kansas City Chiefs superstar is likely not done stacking Super Bowl trophies, either. And, watching from afar, Ja’Marr Chase hates every single agonizing second...
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