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Teachers still spend their own money on school supplies, despite efforts to help stock classrooms
Kristen Beinecke’s bright classroom in Union, Missouri, is ready for the new school year. Students will find a cozy nook for reading, space to create, and plenty of room to play while learning. There’s even a class pet, Timothy the Turtle. “It's a happy place to be. You...
Ameren Missouri bolsters weatherization program
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Ameren Missouri announced Monday that they are launching a $1 million in weatherization assistance program. This program looks to provide energy-saving home improvements at no cost for qualifying homeowners and renters. This year, Ameren provided over $2 million to support weatherization improvements, including caulking, weather stripping, water heater jackets, insulation and more, which includes labor and materials.
Police: Man shot, killed by officer after charging at police with a knife in St. Clair
ST. CLAIR, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A man was shot and killed by a St. Clair Police Officer after charging at police with a knife. According to a release from the St. Clair Police Department, a Missouri State Highway Patrol Trooper was investigating a crash with an overturned vehicle in the ditch along North Service Road around 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Additional troopers, St. Clair police, St. Clair EMS, and St. Clair Fire were also dispatched to the scene to investigate.
Program provides students rural medical experience
UNION, Mo. — In June, 19 students trekked to Union, Missouri, for the latest Rural Immersion program. The program is a collaboration of MU Extension, the MU School of Medicine and leadership in the host cities. The goal of the program is to give health professional students the opportunity...
Here's when Fox C-6 expects the Seckman High turf field to reopen
IMPERIAL, Mo. — The Seckman and Fox high school football teams are expected to meet for their annual rivalry on Sept. 6 at Seckman High in Imperial after officials scrambled to replace the two schools’ damaged turf fields. Seckman’s field is expected to be completed just in time...
This Week at 370 Lakeside Park: St. Louis Shakespeare Festival and WildHorse Creek Band w/Jim Keefe
Get ready for an eventful week at 370 Lakeside Park! On Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, the St. Louis Shakespeare Festival will entertain for the first time at 370 Lakeside Park. Enjoy a free, larger-than-life performance of Shakespeare’s enchanting romance, The Tempest, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Then, the next Sunset...
‘Mad’ Patrick Mahomes says he yelled at Travis Kelce and threw behind-the-back pass ‘out of spite’ in loss to Lions
KANSAS City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes’ behind-the-back pass happened because of Travis Kelce’s error. The NFL quarterback discussed the stunning play after Saturday’s 24-23 loss to the Detroit Lions. Mahomes, 28, broke out the behind-the-back toss on 3rd-and-3 in the first quarter. Kelce then got a first down for the Chiefs after an eight-yard gain. […]
5 On Your Side earns prestigious National Murrow Award
ST. LOUIS — 5 On Your Side anchor Mike Bush and photographer Tom Stasiak earned recognition with an Edward R. Murrow Award from the Radio Television Digital News Association. The national awards were announced Thursday. Bush and Stasiak told the story of a boy and his fulfilling connection with...
Don't miss Come From Away at Starlight
"Starlight Theatre is a paid advertiser of Kansas City Spotlight and is responsible for this content." Discover the joyous and heartwarming true story of Come From Away, a musical that explores the remarkable acts of kindness and compassion in the aftermath of 9/11. See it at Starlight from August 6-11 only!
In 2023, the Chiefs’ wide receivers might have been just part of the problem
On Monday, ESPN’s Bill Barnwell produced an article predicting the five NFL teams most likely to improve in 2024. His list included four teams you would expect to be on such a list: the Los Angeles Chargers (5-12 in 2023), New England Patriots (4-13), Washington Commanders and Arizona Cardinals (4-13). These squads produced four of the league’s five worst records last season; there’s nowhere to go but up.
Ex-Chiefs OL reviews Kingsley Suamataia's film vs. Lions
The Kansas City Chiefs are using rookie tackle Kingsley Suamataia heavily during the preseason to prepare him for his first year in the NFL. The 2024 second-round pick is set to be a starter in Andy Reid’s offense this year, and has already shown flashes of brilliance in Kansas City’s exhibition matchups.
Dollars for scholars: navigating student aid as a new Bear
For all things finance, Missouri State University’s Office of Student Financial Aid is your go-to resource. Students needing information about grants, loans, scholarships or work-study opportunities should visit Carrington Hall 101 where the office is located. For specific questions, students can also schedule meetings with financial aid representatives through the Missouri State website.
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