Hawley Goes Off During U.S. Senate Hearing About Border Funding: “This Congress Is Pathetic”
Congress has passed a 4.6 billion dollar emergency funding bill that would help care for the immigrants at the U.S. – Mexico border. A report from Missourinet says during a committee hearing this week about border funding,
Study Says 1/3 Of Teens Taking Advantage Of Summer Jobs
A study from the Pew Research Center has found that only about 35% of teens had jobs over the summer last year. This doesn’t mean jobs aren’t available. A big job provider in the area is the
Northwest Missouri Stop For Vet Walking Across America
A 71-year-old Air Force veteran walking cross country made a stop in Chillicothe. William Shuttleworth tells Missourinet that he’s putting his foot forward in hopes of getting veterans the VA services they need. Shuttleworth started walking near
Springfield Cardinals Walk-Off With 7-6 Win In 10 Over Northwest Arkansas
The Springfield Cardinals get a walk-off base hit by first baseman Zach Kirtley in the bottom of the tenth inning to beat the Northwest Arkansas Naturals 7-6 Friday night at Hammons Field. Justin Toerner started the inning
Greene County and Ozark County Cooperate to deal with Prison Population
With overcrowded prisons being a problem in Greene County and budget cuts being a problem in Ozark County, the two counties are working together to solve both problems. Greene County has arranged for up to 15 inmates
Missouri Could Have Elk Hunting Season In 2020
The Missouri Department of Conservation has approved an initial plan to offer elk hunting in Missouri. It’s asking for public comment through August 31. It could start as early as next year, with separate times for archery
Possible Evacuations At MSU Campus After Gas Leak
UPDATE: Missouri State officials say the all clear has been issued for the gas leak on Bear Blvd. All students and staff are safe to return to campus. Previous coverage: Missouri State University officials sent out an
Springfield’s Westport Pool Re-opens Saturday
Just in time for the hottest weekend of the year so far, Westport Pool in Springfield re-opens to the public Saturday. The Springfield-Greene County Park Board says a major water leak in both of the pool’s main
City Utilities Beginning Search For New General Manager
City Utilities says a search committee and community input meetings have been put together in order to find a new General Manager. The Board of Public Utilities has announced the members of the Search Committee who will
It’s Gettin’ Hot In The Ozarks
Heat index values will approach 100 degrees over parts of Missouri on Friday. The National Weather Service in Springfield says warm conditions can be expected through the weekend, with temps in the 90s. Make sure to drink
