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Chief in Danger of Losing Job Testing Out Surprise New Position
There was a belief that Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney might not be on the roster this season as he was inactive for the final three games of the 2023 regular season and the entire playoff run. However, the Chiefs' brass led by head coach Andy Reid and...
Burleson, Goldschmidt hit home runs in Cardinals’ 6-2 win over Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Paul Goldschmidt hit one of four Cardinals home runs after getting dropped in the order and St. Louis knocked off the Atlanta Braves 6-2 on Sunday to win the series. Cardinals designated hitter Alec Burleson had a homer and two RBIs, giving him 21 in 16...
Performance Boat Center Crew Expecting Big Turnout For Outboard Fun Run
Unlike last month’s inaugural Powered By Performance Invitational Fun Run, next Friday’s Performance Boat Center Outboard Fun Run isn’t limited to models from the MTI, Performance Powerboats or Sunsation Powerboats brands. If your boat has Mercury Racing or Mercury Marine outboard-engine power, you’re set for the multi-brand Osage Beach, Mo., dealership’s event regardless of make or model.
Jack Hamlin, Springfield's last surviving D-Day veteran, has died
Update: Jack Hamlin, Springfield's last surviving D-Day veteran, died Saturday, July 20, according to Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. He was 102. Graveside services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday at Maple Park Cemetery, with further details to come, the funeral home's website said. Sunday, Springfield Mayor Ken McClure issued a statement extending sympathy, condolences and gratitude to Hamlin's family. ...
Cardinals Ace Needs Quick Resurgence from Recent Struggles
St. Louis Cardinals ace Sonny Gray has been largely stellar in his first year with the team, but his slight struggles over his past three starts have held concerning signs for a Wild Card team. Sonny Gray’s Past Three Starts Show Signs of Struggles. 7/5 @ WSH – 5.0...
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes reveal the gender of Baby No. 3
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes have officially revealed that their new baby is a girl. The couple again took to Instagram on Friday to announce the gender after the Kansas City Chiefs star reported to training camp. The reigning Super Bowl MVP addressed his newest bundle of joy with reporters during...
Ranking every Patrick Mahomes playoff game from worst to best
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has solidified his place as the premier quarterback of his generation. His exceptional physical abilities and rapidly growing list of accomplishments put him on track to potentially rival Tom Brady's legacy in the NFL. At just 28, Mahomes has already achieved numerous remarkable milestones....
MLB Insider reveals Rangers nearly pulled off star-studded Royals trade last summer
How different would this have been for the Texas Rangers in 2023? Would they have had enough to make a World Series run if they went with a different approach at the trade deadline?. According to Ken Rosenthal and Rustin Dodd, last summer the Rangers and Royals were in talks...
This AARP program pairs older adults with work opportunities at area nonprofits
After 12 years of retirement, Roy Pearson was ready for something to do. In April, the 74-year-old retired United Methodist Church pastor joined the AARP Foundation's Senior Community Service Employment Program, also known as SCSEP. The program partners seniors 55 and up with local nonprofits and government agencies in paid training assignments. Host agencies gain temporary staff at no cost and seniors have the opportunity to sharpen their soft and hard skills, while earning minimum wage. Participating seniors are paid through the AARP.
Weekend At Bernie: Good Times For Burleson, Tough Times For Goldschmidt, And Disappointing Times For Gray.
The Cardinals (as you know) split a doubleheader in Atlanta on Saturday. Not to be greedy here, but the visitors should have won both games. In the early game, the Redbirds let a 2-0 slip away to lose 3-2 in 10 innings. At least they rebounded for a 9-5 victory in the late game.
13-year-old girl missing out of Florissant found safe
FLORISSANT, Mo. — A 13-year-old girl reported missing from her Florissant home Saturday night was found safe, according to the St. Louis County Police Department. The endangered person advisory was canceled. Previously, the girl was last seen at about 8:30 p.m. Saturday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol sent a...
Father-son duo resurrects history, one headstone at a time
ST. LOUIS — In the heart of St. Louis, Missouri, a father and son are spending their summer brushing up on history – quite literally. Zach Leonard and his 10-year-old son Lincoln have embarked on an unusual project at Calvary Cemetery, armed with brushes, scrapers, and a special cleaning solution. Their mission? To restore long-neglected headstones to their former glory.
Chiefs DT Chris Jones’ motivation at training camp: ‘I play football because I love the game’
The Kansas City Chiefs’ veterans have hit the field for their first practice at this year’s training camp. Chiefs All-Pro defensive lineman Chris Jones was the lead topic of last year’s camp and is focused on keeping things about his play on the field and helping the team. He explained his motivation to reporters on Sunday after practice. “I think my mind frame is always to be the best I can be. I strive for DPOY (Defensive Player of the Year) every year. It’s a commitment to myself that I make, and I challenge myself to make my teammates better,” said Jones....
16-year-old shot by victim during armed robbery in Soulard
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Police say a 16-year-old was shot in the chest as he and three other suspects attempted an armed robbery early Saturday in Soulard. Following the incident, the male juvenile was dropped off at an area hospital where he is listed in critical condition, according to St. Louis Metropolitan Police.
2nd Annual Smoke on the Rail BBQ Festival
Join us for a vibrant community festival hosting the Pennsylvania State BBQ Championship on July 26, from 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM & July 27, from 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM!. Over 80 competition teams from the Mid-Atlantic and beyond will vie for more than $29,000 in cash prizes. Winners earn a chance to compete at the annual Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue in Lynchburg, TN, and The American Royal in Kansas City, MO. While professional KCBS teams compete, attendees can enjoy free parking and event entry, food trucks, a selection of beverages including beer and adult slushies, yard games, diverse vendors, and live music on multiple stages. On Friday, there's a People’s Choice Wing Competition, and on Saturday, a People’s Choice Pork Competition. Parking is FREE! Shuttle service is also available FREE of charge from the New Freedom Community Center located at 150 East Main Street, New Freedom. All proceeds from this event will be reinvested locally to develop a dynamic Trail Town Community.
The Jacksonville Jaguars Will Trade Travis Etienne to the Kansas City Chiefs
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Travis Etienne becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Kansas City Chiefs. This may be...
Lights across Dogtown are now glowing green. Here's what it means.
ST. LOUIS — Green lights in Dogtown were flipped on this week to commemorate the life-saving gift of a heart transplant and the Missouri husband whose life it saved after years of heart failure. 5 On Your Side's Annie Krall sat down with his wife Andrea Cunningham less than...
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