By NewsPress Now Two men are hospitalized with serious injuries following a three-vehicle crash Thursday morning east of King City, Missouri. The crash happened at 9:15 a.m. on Route Z in Gentry County as a 29-year-old man from Pattonsburg, Missouri, was driving west and sideswiped an eastbound semi driven by a 45-year-old man from Savannah,
Continue ReadingBy Associated Press Cincinnati (5-5, 3-4 Big 12) at Kansas State (7-3, 4-3) BetMGM College Football Odds: Kansas State by 8½. Series record: Cincinnati leads 4-2. What’s at stake? Kansas State is desperate to snap a two-game losing streak when it takes on Cincinnati, which still needs to win one of its final two games
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By Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa — An Iowa-based group that strives to alleviate world hunger and awards an annual prize honoring individuals for their efforts to improve food availability, on Tuesday announced a leadership change as the group works to expand its international focus. Mashal Husain, chief operating officer of The World Food Prize
Continue ReadingBy NewsPress Now MEXICO, Mo. — On October 19, 2024, Jayden Rigney, child of Edward and Nelda Ginther of Stanberry, MO, was inducted into the 136th Missouri Military Academy (MMA) Corps of Cadets at the MMA Passing Through Ceremony. Missouri Military Academy is an all-male, college preparatory military boarding school (middle school and high school)
Continue ReadingBy Associated Press Missouri (7-3, 3-3 SEC) at Mississippi State (2-8, 0-6) BetMGM College Sports Odds: Missouri by 7.5. Series: Tied 2-2. What’s at stake? Missouri sits just outside the AP Top 25 and looks to rebound from last week’s 34-30 loss at South Carolina that dropped the Tigers to midpack in the conference. Mississippi
Continue ReadingBy Associated Press TOPEKA, Kan. — The police officers and state troopers involved in the fatal shooting of Salina man were justified in their actions and won’t be charged, prosecutors said. Salina police officers went to the home of Larry Wray Jr., 44, on July 24 to arrest him on an outstanding warrant. While doing
Continue ReadingBy Associated Press No. 16 Colorado (8-2, 6-1 Big 12, No. 16 CFP) at Kansas (4-6, 3-4) BetMGM College Football Odds: Colorado by 2½. Series record: Colorado leads 42-23-3. What’s at stake? Colorado is tied with BYU in the league standings at 6-1 and a game back of the Cougars in overall record with two
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By Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. — No. 16 Colorado heads to Arrowhead Stadium to face Kansas on Saturday knowing full well where it stands in the Big 12 picture. Beat the Jayhawks and conference bottom-dweller Oklahoma State and the Buffaloes will be playing for the title. Lose to Kansas and everything changes: They would
Continue ReadingBy Chris Wade | The Center Square contributor (The Center Square) — Chronic workforce shortages and a lack of affordable housing are throttling down Maine’s economic growth, according to a new report that calls for increased funding and policy changes to improve the state’s competitiveness. The 2024 Measures of Growth report, released on Wednesday by
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By Associated Press Researchers have created an early map of some of the human body’s estimated 37.2 trillion cells. Each type of cell has a unique role, and knowing what all the cells do can help scientists better understand health and diseases such as cancer. Scientists focused on certain organs — plotting the jobs of
Continue ReadingBy Associated Press More people living in rural areas of the United States are dying from heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular diseases – a trend that emerged after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and appears to be driven by deaths among people under 65, a new study found. Rural residents also continue to
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By Associated Press Everyone likes a good deal, and health insurance bargains abound this time of year. But buyers should look beyond price when searching for a plan. Shoppers also should consider doctor networks and coverage limits to avoid getting stuck with big bills after care. Millions of Americans are looking for 2025 coverage now
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By Associated Press Italy recovers Etruscan artifacts worth $8.5 million bound for black market ROME | Italian authorities announced Tuesday the seizure of an illegal excavation of an Etruscan burial site in the central Umbria region and are investigating two people for suspected theft of urns, sarcophagi and other artifacts worth 8 million euros ($8.5
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By Associated Press UDHAGAMANDALAM, India | Scattered groves of native trees, flowers and the occasional prehistoric burial ground are squeezed between hundreds of thousands of tea shrubs in southern India’s Nilgiris region — a gateway to a time before colonization and the commercial growing of tea that reshaped the country’s mountain landscapes. These sacred groves
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The holiday season is here, and that means celebrations and gatherings are in the works. And where celebrations and gatherings are found, so are indulgent dishes to complement and enhance the festivities. For anyone trying to eat right and maintain a healthy balance, this time of year can be particularly
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By Eric Tucker Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Matt Gaetz withdrew Thursday as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following continued scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on the former congressman’s ability to be confirmed as the nation’s chief federal law enforcement officer. The Florida Republican’s announcement came one day after meeting
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By Cameron Montemayor An approaching cutoff for the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds has city leaders prioritizing final plans for spending the last remaining dollars. Officials are plowing ahead to finish the last ARPA contracts and ordinances with a self-imposed December deadline looming. The city initially received about $38 million in ARPA funding,
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – For many small businesses, the holiday season is crucial to hitting their yearly financial goals — and for some, it’s make or break. Small business owners project 33% of their total yearly revenue from seasonal shopping this year, and 61% say holiday revenue is a key factor to the success
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By Chris Fortune A new animal care facility will be built near the Shoppes at North Village in an area busy with development over the past year. Buchanan County Commissioners closed on the sale of land at 5423 North Pointe Dr. this week. The property is just north of where a new My Place Hotel
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, you may be making your list and checking it twice to ensure you don’t forget a single thing this year. Meanwhile, endless options both online and in-store can make it feel overwhelming to find the perfect gift for everyone on your
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By Ashley Luthans Cars lined Grand Avenue on Thursday morning as residents claimed boxes filled with all the ingredients for Thanksgiving dinner. Volunteers assisted at Second Harvest Community Food Bank with the 14th annual free annual Turkey Day distribution. Vouchers were given out to qualifying community members last week, inviting them to pick up food for
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By Kirsten Stokes The holidays can be difficult for anyone, but for those already struggling with mental health issues, the stresses of the season can become too much. When that happens, a phone can be a lifeline. That’s the goal of the 988 hotline, which was launched nationally in 2022 to be the mental health
Continue ReadingBy Kenneth Schrupp | The Center Square (The Center Square) – California’s nonpartisan state analysis agency warned the state has “no capacity for new commitments,” and faces annual deficits of $20 billion or more starting in 2026 as spending growth outpaces weak sales tax revenue. For the 2025-2026 fiscal year, the Legislative Analyst’s Office said
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By By: Nicole Scott The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office is accepting donations for its “Officers with Kids” Christmas program. Each year, community members donate money to the sheriff’s office so deputies can take area children and families shopping for the holiday. Donations can be dropped off at the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, which also accepts
Continue ReadingBy Jon Styf | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Wisconsin is expected to have a $4 billion surplus at the end of the fiscal year, according to the Department of Administration. The state also has a $1.9 billion balance in what is known as a rainy day fund. The state is expected to
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Winter is just around the corner. Are you prepared to weather potential power outages? According to data from Climate Central, 80 percent of all major U.S. power outages reported from 2000 to 2023 were caused by weather. Of those weather-related events, 23 percent were specifically caused by winter storms. The
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, it’s time to ensure your home is ready to help keep you warm and comfortable all winter long. From preventing frozen pipes to optimizing heating costs, proactive steps can help safeguard your property and well-being. “A system tune-up at the beginning of
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By Kendra Simpson Get ready to laugh, skate and rock your way through the weekend. This week’s edition of See St. Joseph has locals returning home with their own brands of entertainment. For those in desperate need of a mosh pit, Paralandra will be returning to their home state for a concert this Friday, Nov. 22.
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Feeling nostalgic for the ambiance of neighborhood coffee shops before takeout and apps became the norm? You’re not alone. In early 2024, Pinterest predicted a trend called Cafécore, replicating the welcoming look of a neighborhood coffee shop in your home. Coffee lovers have embraced this trend, transforming areas of their
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By NewsPress Now An Admire, Kansas, man suffered serious injuries in a one-car Platte County accident Wednesday afternoon. The accident occurred just after 3:50 p.m. on Interstate 29 south of Dearborn when a 56-year-old driver traveled off the road and struck a ditch, flipping his car, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report.
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