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Missouri state Rep. Bob Onder takes questions from the press
No state law polices gun storage, despite leading fatality among suicide attempt… Missouri was ranked the 10th highest in gun death rates in 2024, according to da…
Leader Publications hosts blood drive with ImpactLife
Leader Publications hosted a blood drive July 31 with ImpactLife. The drive came at a time when blood resources are strained nationwide and just days after the American Red Cross declared its second-ever national blood crisis. Lorell Jones, the supervisor of the drive, said blood supplies often run lower during the summer. “Our blood supply is short because over holiday weekends a lot of people have accidents and there are just a lot of people in the hospital in general,” Jones said.
Midwest BankCentre representatives walk streets, ‘giving joy’
Community members in De Soto were taken by surprise on July 30 as representatives from Midwest BankCentre took to the streets, handing out cash. It was all part of the bank’s bi-annual Give Joy event, something they have done for years, but this is the first time it’s taken place in De Soto. “We got to go out to the community and just hand out little cards and some cash, hoping to make people’s days look just a little better,” said Jacie Coleman, manager of the De Soto branch.
BOYS SOCCER PREVIEWS: Northwest, Fox, Seckman
Northwest boys soccer head coach Dave Willis says when he looks at this year’s team, their physicality gives him hope for a strong season. Hoping to carry through some momentum from their strong 18-9 season with two tournament titles and wins over strong opponents like Lafayette, Mehlville and Lindbergh, Willis says they’re slated to continue facing tough opponents.
Stephens wins state House District 110 primary
Republican Niles Stephens is set to take on Democrat Claire Heinrich in the Nov. 3 general election to represent state House District 110, which serves parts of southwestern St. Louis County, covering portions of Wildwood and Eureka. According to the Secretary of State’s office, Stephens took home the win with 3,132 votes (59 percent of the vote) to fellow Republican Gary Wiegert’s 2,176 votes (40 percent). Heinrich, who ran unopposed, received 3,816 votes.
'Speeding for a Reason’ raises funds for local charity at local racetrack
I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway in Pevely resembled a movie scene July 19 with officers from Pevely Police Department racing to catch speeding drivers. Lights and sirens cut through the smoke as drivers took turns trying to outrun the police in simulated high-speed pursuits, each ending with an arrest and a mugshot.
Herculaneum Independence Day party draws record crowds despite heat, technical delay
Warm temperatures and high humidity didn’t keep crowds from attending Herculaneum’s Independence Day celebration Friday, July 3. An estimated 4,000-5,000 people attended the event at William C. Haggard City Park, 776 Joachim Ave, which was co-hosted by the city of Herculaneum and the Light Up the Sky Foundation, according to Herculaneum City Administrator Logan Jaskiewicz.
Computer Science > Robotics
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Swimming pools, splash pads popular summertime spots
With recent high temperatures in the low 80s in late June, it would be wise to remember warmer weather will be settling into Jefferson County come July and August. Rather than staying cooped up inside for air conditioning, many will be turning to local pools for relief from the heat. Public swimming pools and splash pads offer Jefferson County families a chance to both cool off and spend time with their friends and neighbors.
Juneteenth celebrates freedom, community, shared history
The Marquee on Main lit up Friday night with music, dance, food and reunion for the kickoff of a weekend of celebration from the Quad City Juneteenth Committee. For its fifth year, the organization brought together people from the quad cities of Crystal City, Festus, Herculaneum and Pevely to celebrate freedom and shared history.
Quad City Juneteenth celebrations 2026
The Marquee on Main lit up Friday night with music, dance, food and reunion for the kickoff …
13th annual Cigar Box Music Festival raises about $2,000 for charity
Rain and a packed parking lot couldn’t stop the St. Louis Cigar Box Guitar Club from hosting its 13th annual Cigar Box Guitar Music Festival on May 30 outside 21 Rock Grill & Bar in Arnold. The festival drew an estimated 1,500 attendees to celebrate the unique musical tradition of cigar box guitars. The afternoon event brought together more than two dozen vendors, including guitar makers and woodworkers, showing off their unique creations.
Chess club offers learning, social environment for all skill levels
Every Tuesday afternoon, the front meeting room at Crystal City Public Library is transformed into a quiet battleground. Chess players from the surrounding areas gather for a few hours of camaraderie and critical thinking. It’s a simple, low-pressure endeavor centered around having fun and learning more about the game. “It’s just great for learning. It’s all for fun,” said Mark Brumfield, a regular member of about a year who was invited by his friend Gerald Hook.
Tree of Life set to open new basement space in Festus
Tree of Life Home, Art and Vintage Market is set to open a newly renovated 3,000-square-foot basement space, known as Under the Tree. The basement, which owner Michelle Hohmeier estimates is at least 80 years old, has undergone a five-month restoration and will be home to several antique vendors and a new workshop space when it opens Saturday. Tree of Life, which opened in November 2019 at 109 E. Main St. in Festus, offers home goods, art, gifts and furniture.
EUREKA SPORTS UPDATE: Samuelson sets Class 5 state record at MSHSAA track and field championships
Storms forced Missouri State High School Activities Association officials to postpone day one of the two-day Class 4-5 track and field championships after only the Class 4 and Class 5 boys 4x800-meter relays had been completed. That led to a rolling schedule on May 30 as the other 18 events were crammed into one day at Adkins Stadium in Jefferson City. Another storm blew in the second day forcing the stadium to be evacuated and another hour and a half delay.
A vintage service station near Halltown recalls the heyday of Route 66
Along historic Route 66 just west of Halltown, a vintage Sinclair service station stands as a neon-lit tribute to the road’s glory days. Gary’s Gay Parita is a careful recreation of an original fueling station built in Paris Springs in 1928 by Gay and Fred Mason. The building burned down in 1955, and Gary Turner purchased the property in 1990 with the goal to rebuild and show it off to curious travelers.
Back Road Relics offers a curated monthly vintage marketplace in Bolivar
An historic 1904 building on Broadway in Bolivar, once a photography studio, has found a new life as Back Road Relics, a monthly market offering a curated selection of antiques and home goods. The shop manages an eclectic but carefully arranged selection of décor, antiques, candles, clothing and furniture with a rotating selection of goods.
Nathan and Olive Boone homestead recalls the lives of early settlers near Ash Grove
About 25 miles northwest of Springfield near Ash Grove, the Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site offers visitors a glimpse of the lives of early settlers in Missouri. The 370-acre site sits on the homestead where Nathan and Olive Boone lived from 1837 until his death in 1856. kAm%96 @C:8:?2= `gbf 423:? E92E 9@FD65 E96 4@FA=6[ E96:C 7:G6 52F89E6CD 2?5 ~=:G6’D >@E96C DE:== DE2?5D @? E96 D:E6 2?5 :D @A6? 7@C G:D:E@CD E@ 6IA=@C6] p=D@ @? E96 AC@A6CEJ 2C6 EH@ 46>6E6C:6D[ @?6 H96C6 }2E92?
A 1928 Rock Island Railcar is a rental getaway near Bennett Springs
An original 1928 Rock Island Railway luxury railcar has been renovated as a private Airbnb stay near Bennett Spring State Park, with enough space to sleep four guests. The roughly 800-square-foot interior has been entirely redone and now has a modern-style kitchen with cookware and appliances, a primary bedroom with king-sized bed and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. A washer and dryer unit inside has adjoining space for towels, bed linens, bath supplies and board games.
Explore a national monument in Diamond dedicated to scientist George Washington Carver
About a 20-minute drive southeast of Joplin is the National Parks Service’s first site dedicated to a Black American. The George Washington Carver National Monument is a 240-acre park recognizing the history and achievements of its namesake scientist and humanitarian. kAm%96 D:E6 @? r2CG6C #@25 :? s:2>@?5[ |:DD@FC:[ D:ED @? E96 @C:8:?2= =2?5 36=@?8:?8 E@ |@D6D 2?5 $FD2? r2CG6C] %96 H9:E6 4@FA=6 42>6 E@ E96 2C62 :? E96 `gb_D 2?5 6?D=2G65 v6@C86 (2D9:?8E@? r2CG6C’D >@E96C[ |2CJ] k^Am kAmw6C D@? H2D 3@C?
Friendship and formalwear at Woody's Pub and Grub' Masquerade Ball
Guests drink and socialize during the Woody’s Masquerade Ball on May 9 at Woody’s Pub and Grub. This was the first masquerade event hosted at Woody’s, one of its occasional theme nights. Woody’s Pub and Grub hosted a masquerade ball event on May 9 encouraging guests to dress their best and sport masks for a night of food and drinks with a live DJ.
The hunt is on for a $10,000 diamond hidden somewhere in Boone County
The race to find a $10,000 diamond hidden somewhere in Boone County kicked off Saturday morning with 56 teams competing for the prize. The 2.53-carat gemstone, provided by Buchroeders Jewelers, is the grand prize for the team that solves a complicated set of puzzles leading to its location. The treasure hunt began at 9 a.m. Saturday, and each team paid $100 to join.
From left, Rachel Byerly-Duke, Ally Johnson, and Brad Long inspect the two opening puzzles
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Physician-backed ideas for better sleep at any age
As people age, sleep can become more challenging. Doctors at Yale School of Medicine estimate that 40% to 70% of older adults have chronic sleep problems. The quantity and quality of sleep all depend on the brain, said Mahesh Thakkar, a University of Missouri neurology researcher. “Sleep is basically of the brain, by the brain and for the brain,” he said.
Anne Petersen: Bringing patient-centered breast care to Boone Health
Tawny Loyd can’t keep track of the many times she’s heard patients describe Dr. Anne Petersen as the very best. “It’s just a lot of praise that she rightfully deserves,” Loyd said about the physician. kAm!6E6CD6?[ 2 86?6C2= DFC86@? 2E q@@?6 w62=E9[ 92D DA6?E 96C 42C66C H@C<:?8 E@H2C5 2 F?:7:65[ 25G2?465 3C62DE 962=E9 46?E6C :? >:5\|:DD@FC:]k^Am kAm%@52J[ 2 565:42E65 4=:?:4 2E q@@?6 w@DA:E2= @776CD EC62E>6?E 7@C E9@D6 H:E9 3C62DE 42?46C 2?5 86?6E:4 E6DE:?8 7@C E9@D6 2E 9:89 C:D<] $@@?
Five tips to make healthy eating easier and more convenient
Many adults are not getting the proper nutrition they need to support proper cardiovascular and cognitive health, according to a 2017 AARP survey. About 40% of respondents said the biggest barriers to a healthy diet were difficulty and expense. Healthy eating doesn’t always have to be complicated or expensive. Making a few simple changes in the kitchen can significantly improve dietary habits without taking too up much time.
Anson Munzlinger: Taking advantage of his lifelong love of golf
Before Anson Munzlinger could walk, he was a golfer. As a baby, his parents and grandparents would give him toy clubs and plastic balls to play with. It wouldn’t be long before Anson entered his first tournament when he was 6. By 7, Anson he had won the Pepsi Little People’s Golf Championship, the first in a now-storied history of success on the course. Anson describes golf as a family sport. His grandparents took up golf when his mother was a kid.
How to help reluctant kids engage with science
Getting kids engaged with science at a young age is absolutely critical, said Mike Szydlowski, a science curriculum specialist. “If we don’t get kids to engage and love science by fourth grade, they tend to never catch up and they’re always behind, and they never end up loving it,” he said. kAm%96 492==6?86 @7 DA2C<:?8 2 49:=5’D :?E6C6DE :? D4:6?46 42? 36 5@?6 :7 A2C6?ED 2?5 65F42E@CD E9:?< @FED:56 E96 3@I 2?5 492?86 H92E’D 366? 5@?6 :?
5 science experiments to nudge kids outside
Nature can be a kid’s best science laboratory, and research suggests it’s a pretty effective one, too. Doctors at the University of Chicago found that, when scanned, the brains of children who had learned scientific principles in a hands-on way showed activation of sensory and motor-related regions during quizzes. Students who physically experienced scientific concepts saw higher performance on their science tests.
Costumed crowds brave cold water for the Polar Plunge
A group representing Hickman High School runs into the lake on Saturday at Stephens Lake Park. Their March 5 charity fair raised money for Special Olympics Missouri. More than 200 attendees waded into Stephens Lake on Saturday afternoon for the annual Polar Plunge event. Dozens of teams dressed in creative costumes, including a band of Minions, a group of pirates and a herd of ostriches, braved the chilly water to raise money for Special Olympics Missouri.
Week in Photos: Feb. 26 - March 6
The Missourian visuals staff proudly presents "Week in Photos." Michael Gilliam, 7, examines teeth inside a model crocodile skull on Saturday at Memorial Student Union. Mizzou Integrative Anatomy brought out several skulls and 3D models to teach kids about bones and musculature. Odessa wrestlers pose with hardware earned at the 2026 MSHSAA Wrestling Championships on Thursday at Mizzou Arena.
Week in Photos: Feb. 26 - March 6
The Missourian visuals staff proudly presents "Week in Photos." Michael Gilliam, 7, examines teeth inside a model crocodile skull on Saturday at Memorial Student Union. Mizzou Integrative Anatomy brought out several skulls and 3D models to teach kids about bones and musculature. Odessa wrestlers pose with hardware earned at the 2026 MSHSAA Wrestling Championships on Thursday at Mizzou Arena in Columbia.
Fourth and Long: B.C. Supreme Court Rejects Players’ Injunction Application to Reverse Simon Fraser University’s Decision to Discontinue its Football Program
Introduction In a recent decision of Kremler v Simon Fraser University, 2023 BCSC 805 dismissing an application for an interlocutory injunction, the British Columbia Supreme Court confirms the high threshold that an applicant is required to meet in relation to the merits of their claim on such an application. The Court also cautions that relief sought on a mandatory injunction is inappropriate where it would be akin to a court order for a party to “compel the running of a business”.
The Sky is the Limit: B.C. Court of Appeal Upholds $2 Million Summary Judgment Award for Breach of Contract
In a recent decision of the British Columbia Court of Appeal, the Court upheld the chambers judge’s award of approximately $2 million for breach of contract. [1] The parties disagreed on the interpretation of a clause in a financing agreement. In particular, Skychain Technologies Inc. (“Skychain”) argued that a certain clause limited the remedies available to the claiming parties, The9 Limited (“The9”) and 1111 Limited (“1111”).
Angels News and Notes: Arbitration agreements, new Ohtani rule, trade rumors, and more
After more than three months with no baseball whatsoever, we’re finally back to business as usual. Spring Training games have been going on for almost a week now, and Opening Day is on all of our collective radars just a few weeks away. After staying quiet for the first couple of days post-lockout, the Angels jumped back into the mix with a couple of moves of their own. They’ve also been in the news for a couple of other things as well, some of which you might have missed.
Angels reportedly sign reliever Ryan Tepera to a two-year deal
After bringing in Archie Bradley earlier in the day, the Angels made another significant upgrade to their bullpen on Thursday afternoon, as they reportedly reached an agreement on a contract with free agent reliever Ryan Tepera. According to Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors, the deal is for two years and $14 million. Right-hander Ryan Tepera has agreed to terms with the #Angels. Two years and $14MM, per source.
Angels reportedly plan to sign reliever Archie Bradley
A day after general manager Perry Minasian said that he was still looking to further improve the Angels’ pitching staff, the club made a move to do just that, reportedly reaching an agreement with free agent reliever Archie Bradley on Monday morning. According to Sam Blum of The Athletic, the deal and its terms are not final just yet, but Bradley is on his way to Arizona in hopes of getting it done soon.
Angels sign infielder Matt Duffy to one-year deal
The Angels added some infield depth to their roster on Wednesday afternoon, bringing in veteran infielder Matt Duffy on a one-year deal worth $1.5 million. OFFICIAL: The #Angels have agreed to terms on a one-year deal with INF Matt Duffy. Welcome to the Halos, Matt! pic.twitter.com/PJ4s4IwdE1 — Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) March 16, 2022 Duffy played in 97 games for the Cubs in 2021, hitting .287/.357/.381 with eight home runs and 30 runs batted in, which was good for a perfectly average 100 OPS+.
Angels re-sign catcher Kurt Suzuki to one-year deal
The Angels reportedly made their first move post-lockout on Saturday afternoon, as according to Robert Murray of Fansided.com, they brought back catcher Kurt Suzuki to a one-year deal worth $1.75 million. Free-agent catcher Kurt Suzuki and the Los Angeles Angels are in agreement on a one-year, $1.75 million contract, pending physical, according to sources familiar with the situation.
Patrick Sandoval Might Be Legit
As has been the case for what feels like forever, the Angels have struggled to get much in the way of positive contributions from their pitching staff in 2021. After being one of the worst units in all of baseball in each of the last three seasons, this group has once again struggled to the tune of a 5.04 ERA so far this year, which has been perhaps the main reason that the team finds itself in a familiar spot outside of playoff contention as we pass the halfway point of this season.
Chris Bassitt Has Quietly Become A Frontline Starter
When looking at the pitchers occupying the top of Fangraphs’ Wins Above Replacement leaderboard two months into the season, you’ll find a lot of the usual suspects right away. Jacob deGrom and Gerrit Cole predictably lead the pack in the top two spots, and not far behind them sit recognized aces like Shane Bieber, Yu Darvish, and Clayton Kershaw.
Cedric Mullins is Putting His Name on the Map
If you, like many others, haven’t been paying much attention to the Baltimore Orioles much in recent years, you may not have been too familiar with Cedric Mullins coming into the 2021 season. A former 13th round draft pick, Mullins reached as high as No. 5 on MLB Pipeline’s top 30 prospect list for the Orioles back in 2017, but his career in the big leagues since being called up for the first time in 2018 had been unremarkable.
Kyle Gibson's New Addition Is Paying Off
When going down a theoretical list of pitchers to look out for in the 2021 season before it started, you likely would’ve had to go a very long way before finding Kyle Gibson‘s name. This wasn’t for no reason, either, as the last two seasons hadn’t been very kind to the 33-year-old righty at all.
Sandy Alcántara Is Getting Even Better
In his first two seasons as a regular member of the Marlins rotation in 2019 and 2020, Sandy Alcantara proved himself to be a very productive starting pitcher in the majors. He posted a very good 3.72 ERA and 116 ERA+ over 39 combined starts, pitched a scoreless inning in the 2019 All-Star Game, and took the mound as the starter for Miami’s first playoff game in 17 years last October, an impressive track record for someone who just turned 25 years old last year.
Will the Real Justin Upton Please Stand Up?
You don’t have to go back very far to remember a time when Justin Upton was one of baseball’s premier hitters year after year. For a decade-long stretch from 2009-2018, Upton was a mainstay in the middle of many different lineups, averaging 27 home runs per year while running a very good .270/.349/.482 triple slash and 124 wRC+. He made four All-Star Games over that time period, won three Silver Slugger awards, and was generally considered one of the more feared sluggers in the game.
Framber Valdez Took A Huge Step Forward
Much like the team as a whole, the Astros rotation has undergone a lot of turmoil in recent times. Whether it be through free agent departures (Gerrit Cole and Charlie Morton) or injuries (Justin Verlander), the group has seen a pretty significant exodus of talent over the last few seasons, and the 2020 version of it looked to be more vulnerable than it had in a long time.
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