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Chiefs RB Prospect Continues to Climb Depth Chart at Training Camp
As an undrafted rookie last spring and summer, Kansas City Chiefs running back Deneric Prince earned a lot of hype and praise before losing steam during the preseason outings. That August drop-off — followed by a quiet rookie campaign — has led to Prince flying way under the radar in year two despite the Chiefs mostly running it back at the position. But that may not carry on for much longer as the second-year ball carrier continues to climb the depth chart throughout the early stages of training camp.
Community weighs in on the future of I-44
JOPLIN, Mo. — Drivers in southwest Missouri have the chance to weigh in on the future of I-44. This afternoon, engineers from the Missouri Department of Transportation met with concerned citizens at the Joplin Public Library, with a specific focus on I-44. Engineers asked the public about major concerns...
Pair charged in spate of burglaries, thefts at Maryland Heights apartment complex
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – A Hazelwood man and a Ferguson man have been charged with several thefts and break-ins at an apartment complex in Maryland Heights this past spring. According to the Maryland Heights Police Department’s probable cause statement, the crimes took place at the Woodhollow Apartments just off Dorsett Road, on April 18, April 22, April 28, and May 22.
County executive opens investigation into more overpaid employees
In a FOX Files follow-up, it has been discovered that St. Louis County Executive Sam Page has opened up an investigation into alleged salary overpayments to the county auditor, as he alleges there are more employees who are overpaid.
Accolades for LC’s YouthBuild
Lewis and Clark Community College’s YouthBuild is racking up the accolades. The College Adult Education Director of Career Pathways Sabrina Davis was recently announced as YouthBuild USA’s Innovator of the Year at the National Directors Association meeting. It also received local recognition from a veteran’s organization. The...
Alumnus intertwines art and sports in inspiring STL CITYPARK mural
Gonzalo “Gonz” Jove, a 1979 SIUE graduate who studied sculpture and painting and earned a degree in fine arts, has built a career and reputation with his artwork. Recently, Jove created a mural for St. Louis City SC showcasing the team and its accomplishments. Jove said that he...
St. Louis wants to take control of downtown's dilapidated Railway Exchange Building
St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones and development officials announced plans Tuesday to take over the run-down Railway Exchange Building through a direct sale or through eminent domain. Jones’ office sent a letter to Hudson Holdings, the building’s owners, stating the city’s proposal to purchase the building through the city’s Land...
Blue Springs church demolition underway to add parking at high school
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. (KCTV) - Students attending Blue Springs High School will notice a difference when they return to class next month. Crews started working to demolish a church across the street from the high school. Construction trailers, heavy equipment, and a fence now surrounds the property. Harvest Baptist Church...
Cardinals Rumors: John Mozeliak gives a sobering update on state of the trade market
We are officially a week away from the MLB Trade Deadline and the St. Louis Cardinals are firmly in the "buyers" category as they navigate trade conversations. Unfortunately, many of the teams around baseball are still trying to figure out where they stand. Tom Ackerman of KMOX asked John Mozeliak...
Pulse thunderstorms and their formation
As Mid-Missouri sits into later portions of July, isolated pulse thunderstorms remain a possibility most days this week. Just southeast of Mid-Missouri, pulse thunderstorms can be observed towards Cape Girardeau. These single celled storms have brought lighting, brief wind gusts, and moderate downpours across isolated areas, but remain short lived falling well short of becoming strong enough to become severe warned cells.
Missouri Gov. Parson applauds Biden’s decision to step aside
Missouri Governor Mike Parson released a statement praising President Biden's decision to step aside, while endorsing Donald Trump for the next President of the United States and offering his well wishes to the President and First Lady.
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