Accidents
3/20/2023
A Hermann man is dead, killed in a one car accident in Gasconade County. The state patrol says it happened at 1:30 Sunday morning on Highway J South of Highway 100. The patrol says 20 year old Markus Eldringhoff was Southbound when ran off the road and struck a fence and tree. Eldringhoff was dead at the scene. The patrol says he was not buckled in.
Warrenton man injured in a two car accident in Warren County. The patrol says it happened at 6:25 Sunday evening on Highway 47 North of South Rock Church Road. 42-year old Travis Shrum of Warrenton lost control of the Artic Cat he was driving and crossed the center line into the path of car driven by 47-year old Tiffany Meine of Wright City. Shrum suffered minor injuries.
ECC Students Show Work at Art Saint Louis
3/18/2023
Artwork by East Central College students Milo Guile and Abigail Stanfield are on display now in the 27th annual “Varsity Art” exhibit presented at Art Saint Louis.
Guile, of Washington, and Stanfield, of Union, were selected by the ECC Art Department to show at the “Varsity Art XXVII,” a multi-media invitational visual art exhibition. Varsity Art opened March 3 and will run through March 30.
Guile and Stanfield were selected to show their pieces alongside 41 other regional artists at the multi-media exhibition. The artists all are undergrad and grad level art students representing 22 St. Louis regional colleges and universities from Missouri and Illinois.
This year’s exhibit presents contemporary themes and the works were created in ceramics, digital art, drawing, graphic design, mixed media, painting, paper, photography, printmaking, sculpture, textiles and video.
The Gallery, located at 1223 Pine Street St. Louis, is open Mondays through Fridays, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
View all the artworks in an album on the Art Saint Louis Facebook page or see the Virtual Gallery Exhibit at www.artstlouis.org/index.php/exhibitions/in-the-gallery.
Milo Guile
“Forest Walk” was created digitally by Guile using Clip Studio Paint.
“For this piece, I aimed to create an atmospheric and whimsical environment,” he said. “A forest at night is the perfect setting for this, as walking through the woods after sundown is an unnerving yet almost unworldly experience.
“I wanted to capture this feeling by using purples and blues for the scenery while giving the child contrasting colors to make them feel out of place, as if they don’t belong in the world that they stumbled into,” Guile added.
He said he’s incredibly honored to be selected for this gallery.
“I am so grateful for my instructors who helped me improve and got me up to this point,” Guile said. “This show has been an amazing opportunity to challenge myself and to meet so many other talented students and learn about their schools.
“This whole experience has made me excited for the future and has inspired me to continue to pursue this path,” he commented.
Abby Stanfield
“The Boogeyman," exhibited by Stanfield, was created in watercolor.
“’The Boogeyman’ is my own depiction of the creature from my childhood,” she said. “I chose to elongate the figure and use dark blues and purples to emphasize the sinister nature of the subject.
“The creature is placed in a young girl's bedroom, suggesting that this could possibly be a figment of her imagination,” Stanfield commented.
She added that displaying her work at Art Saint Louis has been a rewarding and exciting experience.
“I'm extremely thankful for my instructors and all the help they provided every step of the way, and for giving me this opportunity,” Stanfield said. “I definitely learned a lot from this experience, and it was great meeting other art students in the area.”
Collaboration
This annual exhibit is a collaboration between Art Saint Louis and the participating collegiate institutions, their art faculty and students.
Art Saint Louis’ Artistic Director works closely with art professors and faculty at the area’s colleges and universities, inviting the professors to select two outstanding art students to represent their art department and institution in its annual show.
To learn more about ECC’s art and design program, visit www.eastcentral.edu/humanities-arts/art/.
Accident
3/18/2023
An accident involving a minibike and an ATV sends two men to the hospital. The patrol says it happened at 4:45 Friday afternoon on on a dirt path in a wooded area off Iron Hill Road North of Sunny Meadows. 28-year old Brandon Hall of St. Louis was riding a minibike when he collided head-on with the ATV driven by 27-year old Brandon Jones of St. Clair. Both Hall and Jones were taken to Mercy in Washington with minor to moderate injuries.
Missouri, City of Columbia Have No Money in Failed CA Banks
3/17/2023
Officials in Jefferson City and Columbia say they have no money in the banks in California that recently failed. The collapses of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank this month have shaken financial markets, though federal officials say the overall banking system remains strong. Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek says the state has no investments in the failed banks. In Columbia, the city has no investments in the banks.
Probable Cause Statement Shed Light On Kenneth Simpson Arrest
3/17/2023
A probable cause statement sheds some more light into why officers were trying to arrest Kenneth Simpson in Hermann, Missouri this week. It says the two officers that were shot were called to the Casey's in Hermann Sunday night to check on an irate person. It says Simpson first lied about his identity, but the officers later realized who he was and that he had active warrants out for his arrest. It's believed that Simpson then shot the officers before they could pull their guns, killing one of them.
Upcoming Road Closures
3/17/2023
Hwy B (Berger) will be closed at the railroad crossing from Friday, March 24, 2023, at 7am until Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 6pm for crossing repairs. The road will be closed to all traffic including emergency vehicles.
Zero Road will be closed at the railroad crossing for repairs on Monday, March 27, 2023, from 7am to 6pm. The road will be closed to all traffic including emergency vehicles.
St. Louis Ranked Number One for Worst Traffic in MO
3/17/2023
Residents of St. Louis may not find this surprising but their fair city has been ranked as the worst city in Missouri for traffic. The declaration comes from a financial services website called 24-7 Wall Street. It looked at the average number of hours commuters lost to traffic last year. The report says St. Louis ranks 91st nationwide among all cities nationwide in the number of hours lost to traffic -- with commuters losing an average of 17 hours to traffic delays last year.
MO Reported Most Ever Hate Crimes in '21, KC Led All Cities
3/17/2023
The FBI reports Missouri recorded the greatest number of hate crimes in state history in 2021 -- and that Kansas City led all cities in the state with reported hate crimes. Missouri law enforcement agencies reported 194 hate crimes to the FBI two years ago. The Kansas City Star reports more than half of those cases were based on racial bias. Kansas City reported 39 hate crimes in 2021, the highest number of any city in the state.
Texwrap Packaging Systems to expand in Washington, investing $2.25 million and creating 35 new jobs
3/16/2023
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Texwrap Packaging Systems to expand in Washington, investing $2.25 million and creating 35 new jobs
March 15, 2023
Washington, Mo. — Texwrap Packaging Systems, a leader in the design and manufacturing of shrink wrapping and bundling systems, announced today that it will expand in Washington, investing $2.25 million and creating 35 new jobs. The company’s expansion will increase capacity for shrink wrapping and bundling product lines at its existing Washington facility.
“We’re thrilled to see a Missouri-made manufacturer like Texwrap investing in its community,” said Governor Mike Parson. “It’s always exciting to see businesses growing in our state, expanding locally, and creating good-paying jobs for Missourians. We appreciate Texwrap’s commitment to Washington and look forward to its future success and the continued economic benefit it will bring to the area.”
Texwrap, a ProMach brand, is a Washington-based leader in fully automatic shrink wrapping and e-commerce systems. The company holds patents in innovative industry technologies. Texwrap’s line of wrappers include L-bar sealers, intermittent motion side sealers, continuous motion side sealers, vertical wrappers, and shrink tunnels, all of which are made in the United States. Texwrap also recently developed a new style bundler to add to its growing line of machinery. New jobs added as part of Texwrap’s expansion will pay an average wage well above the county average.
“Texwrap is excited to continue our growth in Washington,” said Scott Farroll, Vice President and General Manager of Texwrap. “We have a great team of people from the area who build great equipment, and we will continue to offer opportunities for others to join.”
Texwrap’s Washington facility is also the home of Texwrap Fabricators, one of the region’s most complete metal fabricating facilities. In addition to producing parts for Texwrap and Tekkra machinery, Texwrap Fabricators supplies metal fabrications for other industrial, commercial, military, and aerospace applications. Texwrap’s Tekkra line of shrink bundlers rounds out its shrink packaging solutions with intermittent motion, continuous motion, and custom bundling systems.
“Texwrap’s expansion in Washington is an excellent example of a local employer benefitting its community and our state,” said Maggie Kost, Acting Director of the Department of Economic Development. “Missouri’s economic advantages are ensuring communities statewide receive investments that make a real difference for real people. We’re glad to assist another quality employer as it grows and creates opportunities for Missourians.”
“Texwrap has been a valued community partner in Washington for years and we are thrilled they have made a commitment to expand in Heidmann Industrial Park,” said Sal Maniaci, Community and Economic Development Director for the City of Washington. “The project includes 35 new jobs for our community and a significant capital investment into our local economy.”
For this expansion, Texwrap will benefit from the Missouri Works program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation.
About Texwrap Packaging Systems
Texwrap’s mission is to provide customers with the latest technological advances while maintaining a commitment to a user-friendly machine that is efficient and easy to maintain. The quality construction, flexibility, easy changeover and low maintenance features of the company’s systems give Texwrap and Tekkra machinery the lowest Total Cost of Ownership available in the market today. Texwrap partners with a nationwide network of highly-trained packaging distributors to better serve its customers. This partnership ensures the best machinery/application fit, a smooth startup, reliable local service, and long-term return on the machinery investment.
To learn more about Texwrap, visit texwrap.com.
About the Missouri Department of Economic Development
The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) works to create an environment that encourages economic growth by supporting Missouri’s businesses and diverse industries, strengthening our communities, developing a talented and skilled workforce, and maintaining a high quality of life. As one team built around the customer and driven by data, DED aspires to be the best economic development department in the Midwest. Through its various initiatives, DED is helping create opportunities for Missourians to prosper.
For the latest updates on DED’s current or future programs and initiatives, visit DED’s website.
About the Missouri Works Program
As the state’s number one incentive tool for expansion and retention, the Missouri Works Program helps businesses access capital through withholdings or tax credits to embark on facility expansions and create jobs. This program can also help businesses purchase equipment to maintain its facility in Missouri.
Missouri On Track to Set Marijuana Sales Record
3/16/2023
The state of Missouri is on track to set a record for marijuana sales. The Show-Me State could become the state that reaches one-billion dollars in marijuana sales in the shortest amount of time. Voters approved the sale of recreational marijuana last fall. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reports more than 100-million dollars in marijuana sales were recorded last month. Of those sales, 31-point-2-million were for medical use and 71-point-7 million were for adult use.
Suspect in Shooting of Two Hermann Police Officers Pleads Not Guilty to Charges
3/16/2023
The suspect arrested in the shooting death of one police officer in Hermann and the wounding of a second officer this past weekend has pleaded not guilty to charges in the case. Kenneth Lee Simpson appeared in court yesterday. A preliminary hearing is set for April 19th. Simpson is accused of killing Sergeant Mason Griffith and seriously wounding Officer Adam Sullentrup this past Sunday night at a convenience store. The officers were trying to arrest Simpson on warrants from other counties. A memorial to Griffith and Sullentrup was set up outside the Gasconade County Courthouse in Hermann yesterday. Visitation for Griffith is set for this Sunday, March 19th, from 9 a-m until 2 p-m at the Owensville High School gymnasium.
Nelly wants to know which St. Louis high school has the best alumni
3/16/2023
Tuesday afternoon, St. Louis rapper Nelly made a big announcement at Harris Stowe State University.He's teaming up with the 314 Foundation for an Olympic-style tournament called the High School Alumni Games. It will include social, athletic and STEM competitions for cash prizes.
Nelly said he was inspired by that very St. Louis question: "Where did you go to high school."
"My whole thought process was how do we use that to kind of galvanize the city and come together, to do something that we can all be proud of, all take part in and not only that also celebrate education," he said in the announcement press conference Tuesday.
Every local high school has a chance to participate, but it's only for people who've celebrated at least their 10th class reunion.
During Tuesday's announcement, The 314 Day Foundation also donated a $31,400 scholarship to Harris Stowe.
MDC’s Busch Shooting Range holds Introduction to Shotgun Patterning for spring turkey season class March 28
3/16/2023
Spring turkey hunting season is nearly here. The Youth Season runs April 1-2 and opening day for Spring Turkey Season is April 17. Are you still asking yourself how far your maximum effective shotgun range is for harvesting a turkey? What shot size should you be using for turkey hunting? The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) wants to help hunters find the answers to these questions and more.
The August A. Busch Shooting Range and Education Center will host an Introduction to Shotgun Patterning class Tuesday, March 28 from 5-8 p.m. “This program will teach how to pattern your shotgun and how to interpret the results,” said MDC Outdoor Education Center Manager, Bryant Hertel.
The class will discuss how to use different ammunition and chokes to achieve the most effective pattern for your shotgun. MDC staff will help you find the best choke/shot shell combination for your shotgun. Patterning your shotgun is a very important part of hunting that is overlooked by many hunters. Knowing characteristics of ammunition and shot spread is crucial to a shotgun hunter’s success.
To get the most out of the class, participants are encouraged to bring their own shotgun and ammunition. However, MDC can provide firearms and ammunition if needed. The classes are open to ages 11 and up; however, participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
“With turkey season right around the corner it is important to make sure you pattern your firearm to help your success rate increase,” Hertel said.
Introduction to Shotgun Patterning is a free class, but advance online registration is required. To register go to https://short.mdc.mo.gov/4gz.
MDC and CFM thank deer hunters, processors, and sponsors for sharing the harvest
3/16/2023
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) thank the thousands of Missouri deer hunters who donated 235,169 pounds of venison to the state’s Share the Harvest program this past deer season, including 4,936 whole deer.
MDC and CFM also thank the participating meat processors throughout the state who grind the donated deer meat into ready-to-use packages, and the many sponsors who financially support the program. The donated deer meat goes to local food banks and food pantries to help feed hungry Missourians all around the state. Meat-processing fees are covered entirely or in part by numerous local sponsors, along with statewide sponsors that include Shelter Insurance, Bass Pro Shops, Feeding Missouri, and MDC.
Share the Harvest is coordinated by MDC and CFM and has been helping feed hungry Missourians for more than 30 years. Since the program was started in 1992, it has provided nearly 5 million pounds of lean, healthy venison to help feed hungry Missourians. To get Share the Harvest venison, contact local food banks or food pantries.
"Hunters started Share the Harvest more than 30 years ago because they saw a need in their communities,” said MDC Director Sara Parker Pauley. “And hunters remain the driving force behind this popular program that helps feed our fellow Missourians who are in need. We sincerely thank the thousands of deer hunters who support Share the Harvest, along with the many participating meat processors and sponsors who help make it possible.”
CFM Executive Director Tyler Schwartze added, “The donated venison stays in the local areas where the deer were harvested so it truly is helping out neighbors in need. We greatly appreciate all the citizens of this great state that have made this possible over the past three decades.”
The National Institutes of Health state that children need protein in their diets for proper growth and development, and adults need it to maintain good health. Yet many Missourians can't afford or can't get to good sources of protein. Through Share the Harvest, Missouri hunters can help provide those in need with high-quality protein in the form of naturally lean, locally harvested deer meat.
New Haven Community Blood Drive and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive.
3/16/2023
Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today
Drive Details:
Site: American Legion Hall
Address: 9494 Highway 100, New Haven, MO, 63068
Room Name: Hall
Date: Wed Apr 12, 2023
Time: 1:00: PM - 6:00: PM
Blood Program
The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime.
Thank you for supporting the American Red Cross blood program!
Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App on the App Store, Google Play or text BLOODAPP to 90999.
Schedule appointments, view your blood type and results of your mini-physical, and track your donations.
MDC sets 2023 bear and elk seasons with permit applications in May
3/15/2023
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer 400 permits for the taking of a maximum of 40 black bears during the 2023 Missouri black-bear hunting season this fall, Oct. 16-25.
MDC will also offer five permits to hunt bull elk in Missouri this fall with at least one permit designated for qualifying landowners that own property in Carter, Reynolds, or Shannon counties and the remaining permits for the general public. MDC has designated the elk archery portion to run Oct. 21-29 and the elk firearms portion to run Dec. 9-17. The five permits will be for bull elk with at least one antler being six inches or greater in length and will be valid for both portions.
Only Missouri residents who will be at least 11 years of age by the first day of the hunt for which they are applying are eligible to apply for bear and elk permits during the application period of May 1-31. All permits will be assigned through a random drawing.
The Missouri Conservation Commission gave final approval to the bear and elk season recommendations from MDC during its March 14 open meeting in Jefferson City.
MDC sets upcoming migratory game bird and waterfowl seasons
3/15/2023
The Missouri Conservation Commission approved recommendations from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) at its March 14 meeting for upcoming 2023 migratory-game-bird-hunting seasons and 2023-2024 waterfowl-hunting seasons.
Road Closure
3/15/2023
Tegeler Road (Gerald ) will be closed Friday, March 16, 2023, from approximately 8 AM to 3 PM for cross culvert replacement. The closure will be approximately .1 of a mile north of Old Highway 50. The nearest address is 3905 Tegeler Road. The road will be closed to all traffic, including emergency vehicles. If you have any questions please call the Franklin County Highway Department.
Official Statement from City of Hermann
3/15/2023
On Sunday evening, March 12, 2023, the Hermann, Missouri community suffered a devastating tragedy when Hermann Police Department Detective Sergeant Mason Griffith and Police Officer Adam Sullentrup were shot in the line of duty.
Detective Sergeant Mason Griffith, 34, succumbed to his injuries following the shooting. Griffith had been with the Hermann Police Department since September, 2017. Griffith was dedicated and proudly served as a public servant. In addition to his service with the Hermann Police Department, he served as Chief of Police for the Rosebud Police Department. He also worked for the Gasconade County Sherriff’s Department and, previously, the Gerald Police Department. He was a resident of Rosebud in Gasconade County and a 2007 graduate of Sullivan High School. Visitation for Hermann Sergeant Detective Mason Griffith will be held Sunday, March 19, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, with funeral services at 2:00 pm at the Owensville High School. Burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Rosebud.
Hermann Police Officer Adam Sullentrup, 31, sustained injuries and is in the hospital. He is under the best of care, and we continue to pray for a full recovery. Sullentrup has been with the Hermann Police Department since December. Prior to coming to Hermann, he was an officer with the New Haven, MO Police Department, where he served for five years. He has become an integral member of the HPD and the Hermann community.
A Memorial and Recovery Fund has been set up with People’s Savings Bank. Checks can be made payable to: Griffith/Sullentrup Memorial and Recovery Fund. Mail to People’s Savings Bank, PO Box 528, Hermann, MO 65041, or, drop off at any of the eleven People’s Savings Bank locations. To donate on-line, go to https://app.autobooks.co/pay/city-of-hermann or use the QR code.
Please keep these brave men and their families, friends, and colleagues in your thoughts and prayers.
A community vigil is being planned for later this week. Details to follow on the City of Hermann FB page.
Tuesday Marks "314" Day in St. Louis
3/14/2023
Some groups celebrate March 14th as "Pi Day" in honor of the mathematical ratio. However in St. Louis, Tuesday is being marked as "314" Day - named after the area code for the region. It reportedly was started by black residents to celebrate civic pride throughout the region. Now, St. Louis citizens are encouraged to shop local, wear gear representing local sports teams, proudly and loudly bump St. Louis musicians and eat the most St. Louis-centric meals possible. Those include pizza with provel cheese and the iconic St. Paul sandwich.
Standoff in Hermann ends with the Arrest of Kenneth Lee Simpson
3/14/2023
After a roughly 12-hour standoff, a man suspected of shooting two Hermann police officers has surrendered today. 35-year old Kenneth Lee Simpson, is accused of killing Detective Sergeant Mason Griffith and seriously injuring Officer Adam Sullentrup Sunday night.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, Hermann Police Department, and a St. Charles County area tactical squad were involved in the standoff. St. Louis media organizations report a robot and a drone were used to gain access into the home late this morning. The SWAT team then threw tear gas inside.
Simpson came out a short time later with his hands up. With guns drawn, SWAT team officers apprehended the man.
The Sunday night shooting at a convenience store in the quiet small town of Hermann activated a Blue Alert. The system notifies the public when a suspect is on the loose after killing or seriously injuring a law enforcement officer.
What led to the shooting is unclear. Whether officers returned fire is also unknown.
Online Missouri court records reveal that Simpson has criminal cases for drugs, weapons, assault and property damage charges.
The funeral service for Sergeant Mason Griffith will be held Sunday, March 19th at 2:00 at Owensville High School.
Road Closure
3/14/2023
Beemont Road (Gerald area) will be closed Wednesday, March 15, 2023, from approximately 8 AM to 3 PM for cross culvert replacement. The closure will be at 7556 Beemont Road. The road will be closed to all traffic, including emergency vehicles.
Road Closure
3/14/2023
Country Club Road (Washington/Krakow) will be closed Monday, March 13, 2023 through Friday, March 117, 2023 AND Monday, March 20, 2023 through Friday, March 24, 2023, from approximately 9 AM-2:30 PM, daily-weather permitting.
Location: Country Club Rd from Watermill on the south to Hwy A on the north. Note: the closure is extended approximately 500 feet south of Watermill.
Accidents
3/14/2023
Owensville man injured in a one vehicle accident in Franklin County. The state patrol says it happened at 6:45 Sunday evening in the 35-hundred block of Highway E. 35-year old Craig Doerr of Owensville was Westbound when he ran off the road and struck two culverts, two mailboxes and overturned. Doerr was taken to Mercy in Washington by New Haven Ambulance with moderate injuries.
Traffic accident near Sullivan sends a Bourbon teen to the hospital. The patrol says the 17-year old juvenile was behind the wheel of a Jeep Wrangler on Highway FF West of Sullivan when ran off the road and struck a tree. The teen was airlifted to Children's Hospital in St. Louis with serious injuries. The patrol says the teen was not wearing a seat belt.
Recreational Pot Sales In Missouri On Track To Becoming Highest In Country
3/14/2023
Industry experts say Missouri may be the first state to reach a billion dollars in cannabis sales. The St. Louis Business Journal reports nearly 103-million-dollars' worth of recreational marijuana was sold in the state last month. Pot only became legal to buy in the state as of February 3rd of this year.
Man Involved in Officer-Involved Shooting in Hermann Taken into Custody
3/13/2023 2:18:00 PM
The Missouri Highway Patrol reports that the man involved in the officer involved shooting Sunday night has been taken into custody. 35 year old Kenneth Lee Simpson exited the home in downtown Hermann and was taken into custody by the Missouri State Highway Patrol SWAT Team. More information will be posted when it becomes available.
High School Students Learn About ECC Rolla’s Health Care Programs at Exploration Day
3/13/2023
Students and faculty at East Central College in Rolla presented simulations Wednesday depicting a patient with a compound fraction, and the steps to get her treated.
The scenario was presented during the Allied Health Career Exploration Day at ECC Main, at the Rolla Technical Center (RTC) to showcase the Allied Health programs offered at ECC in Rolla to 37 high school students from area schools who are interested in the medical field.
The simulation, “Coming Together as a Team for Patient Care,” featured Nursing, Paramedic Technology, Radiologic Technology and Surgical Technology programs, said Joannie Blakely, Rolla Nursing Program Coordinator.
“The interactive simulation allowed for students to see how all members of the health care team work together to provide quality patient care,” Blakley said. “The feedback from the high school students was very positive.”
There were students from Rolla, St. James, Salem, Vienna, Licking, Bourbon, Owensville, Belle, Steelville, Cuba and Iberia high schools who participated in the Exploration Day. In addition to the simulations, there were classroom stations showing a closer look at the programs.
This was ECC’s first Allied Health Career Exploration Day offered in Rolla. The goal was to exhibit the depth of the College’s programs and show high school students what it is like to learn at ECC.
“It was exciting to see the students engage in hands-on learning that could help them pick what they want to do after high school,” said Julie Chirban, LPN to RN Bridge program instructor.
“It was fun to educate the next generation on careers in health care,” she added. “The students brought such good questions about something that they had heard or saw on social media — it was a beneficial experience to meet them where they are in their education.”
Interactive Simulation
Students and faculty presented the simulation five times throughout the day. It began with Paramedic Technology students responding to a call of a broken bone. After treating the female patient at the scene, she was transported to the emergency room where her vital signs were taken and information was collected.
Students then x-rayed the patient before she went into surgery. Throughout the simulation, ECC students and faculty explained the processes and high school student assisted and asked questions.
There also were 10 stations where ECC students and faculty showed small groups of high schoolers examples of what is taught in ECC’s Allied Health programs. The stations included: neonatal care and infants with special needs, stop the bleeding, wound assessment, eye injuries, CPR and more.
“Watching ECC students engage and share what they have learned in our programs with the high school students was so neat,” Chirban added. “To see our ECC students teaching others was an awesome sight to see.”
ECC Students React
Shaniah Marlatt is a first-year student in the ECC RN program. She works as a surgical technologist in a labor and delivery department. She graduated from the surgical technology program six years ago though RTC. ECC assumed sponsorship of that program last year.
“I was a part of the labor and postpartum section, and it was so much fun to have each high school student interact and ask questions,” Marlatt said.
“The high school students thoroughly enjoyed interacting and getting to be a part of each station,” she added. “We did our best to make things as hands on as we could and get them to see a glimpse into the healthcare field. We had lots of questions about the programs ECC has to offer.”
Nursing student Bryan Lambeth participated in the “’A’ is for Airway” Airway management station. Lambeth is a first-year student in the program.
“All of the students we interacted with at the airway/CPR station were involved, asked questions and expressed a sincere interest in the programs offered at ECC,” he said. “I hope next year our class will be asked to participate in this type of event.
“I feel it allows us to promote ECC in a positive manner, interact with the next generation of medical professionals and allow us to network with other program directors and administration.”
To learn more about the Allied Health and other programs offered at ECC in Rolla, visit here ⇨ www.eastcentral.edu/rolla/programs/, or call 573-466-4100.
Parson Appoints Stockard as Associate Circuit Judge for 31st Judicial Circuit
3/13/2023
Governor Parson is appointing of Josephine Stockard as Associate Circuit Judge for 31st Judicial Circuit. She is filling the vacancy created by the appointment of the Todd Myers as Circuit Judge. Stockard currently serves as an Assistant United States Attorney.
Accident
3/13/2023
Two injured in a three vehicle accident in Franklin County. The state patrol says it happened at eleven-o'clock Friday night on Highway 50 at Highway 185. The patrol says 19-year old Anastasia Gutherz of Washington failed to yield and pulled into the path of an SUV driven by 34-year old Steffanie Lambert of Owensville. The collision knocked Gutherz into a vehicle driven by 18-year old Thomas Voss of Sullivan. Gutherz and a passenger, 21-year old Damian McCarthy of Washington, were taken to Mercy in Washington with minor injuries.
MDC offers free virtual Introduction to Turkey Hunting class March 18
3/13/2023
MDC offers free virtual Introduction to Turkey Hunting class March 18
Watch online to learn the basic skills and gear needed to hunt wild turkeys
Kansas City, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will host a free virtual Introduction to Turkey Hunting class from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 18. This online class will provide participants the knowledge they need to get started hunting wild turkeys in the spring season when toms are gobbling and seeking to mate with hens. Turkeys are wary game bird. Hunting them is exciting and being outdoors in the forests and woodlands in spring is a delight.
Hunting wild turkeys does take some thought and skills, such as the ability to use man-made calls to mimic the clucks and purrs of hens. Stephanie Kemp, MDC’s assistant manager at the Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, will discuss the types of calls, shotguns, and ammunition used in turkey hunting. Kemp will cover aspects such as turkey habits and habitat, and how to pick hunting spots that conceal the hunter from turkeys. She will talk about regulations and provide tips on scouting an area to look for signs of turkeys.
This online class is open to participants ages 9 and older. Registration is required. To register, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov/4gB.
Photo: MDC will offer a free virtual will Introduction to Turkey Hunting class on March 18.
Double Murder-Suicide Under Investigation In Lincoln County
3/10/2023
A double murder-suicide is under investigation in Lincoln County. Investigators say it looks like a man shot another man and a woman during a domestic dispute last night before turning the gun on himself. The names of the victims haven't been released and police say they aren't looking for any other suspects.
Accidents
3/10/2023
Two injured in a two vehicle accident in Franklin County. The state patrol says it happened after ten o'clock Thursday morning on Highway O East of Highway A-T. 35-year old Crystal Hardy of Robertsville was Westbound when she was struck by another car. Hardy and a 14 year old passenger from Catawissa suffered serious injuries and were taken to Mercy in St. Louis by Meramec Ambulance. The other driver left the scene. The investigation remains open.
Washington woman taken to the hospital following a two vehicle accident in Franklin County. The state patrol says it happened at 5:40 Thursday evening on Highway A at Pottery Road. 66-year old Kathryn Dollar of Washington was Northbound when she was struck in the rear by a car driven by 19-year old Logan Gerard of Leslie. Dollar was taken to Mercy in Washington with moderate injuries.
MDC and partners host three-part Native Landscaping series in March and April
3/10/2023
Homeowners can contribute significantly to making their neighborhoods and communities greener by planting native plants. To help them get started, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Partners for Native Landscaping are presenting the 2023 Spring Partners for Native Landscaping series in March and April. The series will consist of three separate parts.
The first component will be a series of online webinars from March 7-April 5 hosted by St. Louis County Library. The 10 free webinars will cover a wide range of native gardening topics, presented by acknowledged experts in the field. Each session is free; however, preregistration is required. For a complete list of sessions and to register, go to https://short.mdc.mo.gov/4gn. Participants will receive Zoom information via email immediately after registering. Programs will be recorded and available on the SLCL YouTube channel within three business days.
The next part of the series will be an in-person workshop and plant sale which takes place Saturday, April 15 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center in Kirkwood. Presenters will include Scott Woodbury of the Whitmire Wildflower Garden at Shaw Nature Reserve, a three-member native gardening panel, and keynote speaker Dr. Nadia Navarrete-Tindall, Associate Professor and State Extension Specialist for the Specialty Crops Program at Lincoln University. Dr. Navarrete-Tindall’s talk is titled "Growing Native Edibles as Specialty Crops”. Missouri Native plants will also be available for sale.
The nature center is located at 11715 Cragwold Road, near the intersection of I-270 and I-44. There will be a $10 fee to attend workshop and preregistration is required at https://short.mdc.mo.gov/4gh.
The third component of the Spring Partners for Native Landscaping series is the Native Plant Fair Sunday, April 30 from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Beyond Housing Headquarters at 6506 Wright Way, 63121. The fair will feature a native plant sale, along with a team of experienced native plant gardeners to offer guidance and answer questions. Educational tables and tours of nearby rainscaping/bioretention installations will offer native gardeners more opportunity to grow their expertise. The Native Plant Fair is free, but participants should register in advance at https://short.mdc.mo.gov/43M.
The goal of the 2023 Spring Partners for Native Landscaping series is to inspire and help individuals create gardens that are not only beautiful but are also habitats for native wildlife.
The workshop series is made possible by MDC, Shaw Nature Reserve, St. Louis Audubon Society, St. Louis Community College, the St. Louis Chapter of Wild Ones, BiodiverseCity St. Louis, Metropolitan Sewer District’s Project Clear Stormwater, Grow Native!, the St. Louis County Library, and Beyond Housing.
Native plants have evolved in Missouri’s landscape. They are better acclimated to our climate conditions than exotic plants and resistant to local pests and diseases. This translates into less time, effort, and costs consumed by watering, fertilizing, and insecticide use.
Likewise, native Missouri wildlife has evolved to coexist and use native plants for cover, food, and habitat, so, increasing native plants also tends to increase desirable wildlife, like birds, butterflies, and pollinators.
ECC Quiz Bowl Team Competes at National Tournament
3/10/2023
The East Central College quiz bowl team competed at the National Academic Quiz Tournament’s (NAQT) Community College Championship Tournament (CCCT) Feb. 24-25 in Chicago, Ill.
The team of Kyle Meyer and Tim Martens finished 14th out of 24 teams with a 4-7 record, competing against quiz bowl community college teams from seven states.
Meyer was named to the tournament’s all-star team, ranking third in overall individual points with 65 points per game.
The team was eligible to compete in the CCCT after winning the NAQT Kansas Community College sectional championship tournament, held at Johnson County Community College Jan. 21.
Meyer finished first in overall individual points with 106 points per game. Second place in points finished with 58 points per game.
ECC is the only community college in Missouri with a quiz bowl program.
Effort Underway To Restore Abortion Rights In Missouri
3/10/2023
An effort is underway to restore abortion rights in Missouri. Abortion rights supporters filed a number of ballot initiatives yesterday seeking to ask voters in 2024 to restore some form of abortion rights in a state. The procedure was banned after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year. This is the first attempt to restore abortion rights at the ballot box in Missouri.
Get new MDC booklets on hunting, trapping, and fishing
3/9/2023
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds Missouri hunters, trappers, anglers, and others they can get free copies of its updated booklets beginning in mid-March on 2023 Spring Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information, Summary of Missouri Hunting and Trapping Regulations, and Summary of Missouri Fishing Regulations at MDC regional offices, MDC nature centers, and other places where permits are sold.
Get booklet information online at mdc.mo.gov using the search tool at the top of the homepage.
The handy booklets have information on related permits, seasons, species, regulations, limits, conservation areas, sunrise and sunset tables, and more.
Learn more about hunting and trapping in Missouri at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping.
Learn more about fishing in Missouri at mdc.mo.gov/fishing.
Parsons Promote State Participation in Jobs for America's Graduates
3/9/2023
Governor Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson are touting Missouri's participation in Jobs for America's Graduates. The Parsons addressed the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission to promote the program and commend the Missouri Department of Transportation's recent involvement. MoDOT started working in conjunction with JAG across Missouri this past year to present and engage students about future career choices the department has to offer. JAG helps students who have shown academic potential but are also impacted by significant barriers such as poverty and personal trauma.
School Bus Driver Charged in Child Endangerment In Cole Co
3/9/2023
A school bus driver in Cole County is charged with child endangerment. Authorities say deputies were called out yesterday to the 34-hundred block of Schott Road on a report of a bus driver intentionally hitting mailboxes and leaving the scene. Investigators determined the driver committed the crime with students aboard the bus before stopping at the intersection of Tomahawk and Algoa roads. There were no injuries reported and the driver was arrested on charges of property damage, careless and imprudent driving and endangering the welfare of a child.
Missouri Senate Goes On Spring Break Without Vote On Transgender Bill
3/9/2023
The Missouri Senate is going on break without taking a vote on a transgender related bill. The Senate adjourned for its weeklong spring break yesterday after negotiations surrounding a measure that would ban gender-affirming care for minors fell apart. The bill would prevent minors in Missouri from accessing puberty blockers and hormone therapy, surgery and other gender-affirming health care services. The Senate returns to session March 20th.
MDC March 15 virtual program offers tips on grilling fish
3/9/2023
Filets sizzling in the skillet is a great end to any fishing trip, but frying isn’t the only way to prepare fish caught in the wild.
People who would like to learn more about how to grill or bake the fish they’ve caught at area lakes and streams should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) program “Outdoor Cooking: Grilling Fish,” a free virtual event from 2:30-3 p.m. on March 15. This online program is being put on by the staff of MDC’s Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center in Joplin. Whether you plan to grill fish over an open campfire or for your next backyard cookout, MDC Education Administrative Assistant Tim Smith will discuss the techniques and methods needed. People can register for this program at:
https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/189940
Though this program is free, registration is required to participate. Use the link above. Registrants must provide an e-mail so a program link can be sent to them. This program will include a chat-based question-and-answer period where participants can interact with the presenters.
MDC’s Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center is located at 201 W. Riviera Drive. People can stay informed about upcoming programs at the Shoal Creek Center and other MDC facilities by signing up for text alerts and e-mail bulletins. People who have questions about how to sign up for text alerts from the Shoal Creek Center can call 417-629-3434.
Staff at MDC facilities across the state are holding virtual and in-person programs. A listing of these programs can be found at mdc.mo.gov/events.
Missouri Among Three States Leaving Electronic Registration Information Center
3/8/2023
Missouri is among three states leaving the Electronic Registration Information Center to prevent voter fraud. The voluntary system is designed to combat voter fraud by maintaining accurate lists of registered voters. Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft says there are multiple reasons for the departure, including that the program refuses to require member states to participate in addressing multi-state voter fraud.
Missouri DNR Hosting Free Pesticide Collection Event March 25
3/8/2023
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is hosting a free pesticide collection event this month in Jamestown. The event takes place March 25th at Jamestown Agri Service. It is open to all Missouri farmers and households.
Missouri Senate Debating Transgender-Related Bill
3/8/2023
The Missouri Senate is debating a transgender related bill. Members of the Senate yesterday discussed a measure that would limit gender-related health care for minors. That includes puberty blockers and hormone therapy. No vote was taken.
Federal Judge Overturns Missouri Gun Law
3/8/2023
A federal judge in Kansas City is tossing out a Missouri law that bans local police from enforcing federal gun laws. The judge ruled that the "Second Amendment Preservation Act" violates the U.S. Constitution's Supremacy Clause, which ensures federal law trumps state law. The decision comes after U.S. Department of Justice sued to overturn the measure. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey said he will appeal the decision.
ECC Culinary Arts Student Receives $1,000 DMR Events Scholarship
3/8/2023
East Central Culinary Arts program student Kalie Mullins received a $1,000 scholarship from DMR Events Inc., for her continuous efforts academically and professionally.
That’s according to Chef Mike Palazzola, Culinary Arts program director, who said Mullins, of Warrenton, has a bright future in the restaurant world.
“Kalie has maintained great attendance and made the President’s and Vice President’s lists for academic success,” he said. “She also has demonstrated through her professionalism and work ethic on a daily basis that she could earn a spot in any kitchen she desires.”
Nick Risch, executive vice president and chief financial officer of DMR Events Inc., a hospitality staffing company, presented Mullins with the scholarship.
“DMR believes that the key to the foodservice industry's future is energizing the next generation,” Risch said. “By providing opportunities to East Central students the culinary world will grow and provide a strong future for everyone.”
DMR Events Inc. is a member of the American Culinary Federation & the American Staffing Association. The company was founded in 1987 specializing in front of house temporary staffing and culinary back of the house staffing, as well as professional chefs.
DMR Events is the recognized Premier supplier of hospitality staffing in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
To learn more about ECC’s Culinary Arts program, visit www.eastcentral.edu/career-technical-education/culinary-arts/, or contact Chef Palazzola at 636-584-6793, or Michael.Palazzola@eastcentral.edu.
Lafayette Street RR Crossing in Washington to Close for Repairs
3/8/2023
Public Notice The City of Washington has been notified by UPRR of their plans to close the Lafayette RR crossing from March 8th at 6 am through March 9th at 6 pm.
At the time of closure there will not be access by vehicles or pedestrians to the riverfront trail, park, boat ramp, bathrooms, or any businesses.
Any calls or concerns should be forwarded to Union Pacific’s Public Relations number-816-399-1625.
Missouri House Advances State Takeover of St. Louis Police Department
3/7/2023
The Missouri House is moving forward with a bill that would place the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department back under state control. The House approved the measure yesterday, about a decade after the city regained control of its police. The legislation still needs to be approved by the Senate and signed by Republican Governor Parson. If approved, St. Louis Police would be in the hands of a police board of commissioners made up of St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones and four commissioners appointed by Parson.
Missouri Leaves ERIC
3/7/2023
Missouri is among three states leaving the Electronic Registration Information Center. ERIC is voluntary system designed to help states combat voter fraud by maintaining accurate lists of registered voters. Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced that Missouri, Florida and West Virginia were withdrawing from ERIC. Ashcroft cited multiple reasons for the departure, including that ERIC "refuses to require member states to participate in addressing multi-state voter fraud."
Get tips on growing a garden of native edibles at MDC virtual program
3/7/2023
Some native plants that attract wildlife can also have appeal to human appetites.
People interested in growing plants that are good for habitats and good for the dinner table can sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Native Plants: Planting an Edible Native Garden.” This free online program will be March 10 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. and is being put on by the staff at MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center. This program is open to all ages. People can register at:
https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/190186
At this program, MDC Naturalist Jordanya Raos will talk about small trees, shrubs, and flowers, that provide good habitat for local insects and wildlife, but can also furnish food for the table. Dittany, wild plum, American filbert, golden currant, and prickly pear are among the plants that will be covered.
Though this program is free, registration is required to participate. Use the link above. Registrants must provide an e-mail, so a program link can be sent to them. This program will include a chat-based question-and-answer period where participants can interact with the presenters.
People can stay informed about upcoming programs at MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center and other MDC facilities by signing up for text alerts and e-mail bulletins. People who have questions about how to sign up for text alerts from the nature center can call 417-888-4237.
Staff at MDC facilities across the state are holding virtual programs. A listing of these programs can be found at mdc.mo.gov/events.
Sullivan Man Charged with Tampering with a Vehicle
3/7/2023
On March 5th, 2023, Franklin County 911 was contacted by the Crawford County Sheriff's Office regarding the possible location of a F-250 Ford truck which had been stolen from the Bourbon area on March 4th, 2023. Franklin County Deputies were provided the description of the stolen vehicle, suspect information, and a possible location of it. Deputies responded to the area of Redbud Drive in Lonedell where the vehicle was last seen. Upon arriving in the area, a deputy located the stolen vehicle at a residence in the 400 block of Nancy Drive. As other deputies arrived on the scene, they converged on the vehicle and found it occupied by a male driver and female passenger.
Both occupants were taken into custody without incident. Upon further investigation, deputies confirmed the vehicle was reported stolen out of Crawford County. Upon conducting a search of the vehicle a firearm and suspected methamphetamine were located. Both suspects were arrested and transported to the Franklin County Adult Detention Facility.
In custody warrants were applied for and obtained on the male suspect identified as Michael S. Paubel a 42-year-old male from the Sullivan area. Warrants issued were for the charges of Tampering with Vehicle 1st degree, Unlawful Possession of Firearm, and Receiving Stolen Property with no bond. Paubel is also being held on fugitive warrants from the jurisdictions of Eureka, Sullivan, and Jefferson County. Paubel was released from the Department of Corrections on January 30th, 2023 to probationary status on previous charges related to Felony Stealing and Tampering with Motor Vehicles.
The name of the female suspect is being withheld as charges will be filed with the Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
I wanted to commend the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office and Crawford County Sheriff Layman for their assistance in the recovery of the stolen vehicle and apprehension of the suspect. Criminals have no boundaries on crimes that are committed. This is an example of law enforcement working together for the betterment of all our citizens.
All parties are considered innocent until proven guilty in the court of law.
Accident
3/7/2023
Illinois man injured in a one car accident in Franklin County. The state patrol says it happened at 3:35 Monday afternoon on Highway Double-O South of Rocky Top Lane. The patrol says 33-year old Zachary Hopkins of East Alton was Southbound when he failed to maintain a single lane, ran off the highway, struck the ditch and overturned. Hopkins was taken to Mercy in Washington by Meramec Ambulance with moderate injuries.
MDC offers free virtual Turkey Hunting Basics class March 23
3/7/2023
MDC offers free virtual Turkey Hunting Basics class March 23
Learn about methods, strategies, gear, and regulations for hunting wild turkeys
Chillicothe, Mo. – Experience is an effective teacher for wild turkey hunting, but some tips from experts can make the first hunts more enjoyable and successful. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual Turkey Hunting Basics class from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 23. This online class will provide an overview of turkey hunting for those interested in getting started in a sport that celebrates springtime outdoors.
Participants will learn about turkey habits and habitats, regulations, safety, and hunting strategies. Adam Brandsgaard, MDC conservation educator, will cover how to pick hunting spots, some challenges hunters encounter, and how to clear and care for a large game bird once you’ve harvested a turkey. Participants can ask questions in the online format.
This class is open to all ages. Registration is required. To register, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov/4gp. For more information about hunting wild turkeys in Missouri, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov/Ztu.
Successful First Month Of Recreational Marijuana Sales In Missouri
3/6/2023
Missouri is coming off a successful first month of recreational marijuana sales. Data from the Department of Health and Senior Services shows there were nearly 103-million-dollars in marijuana sales across the state in February. About 70-percent of that is from recreational sales, with the remain being medical marijuana. Recreational marijuana sales started on February 3rd.
Parson, First Lady Going On Trade Mission To Sweden, Germany
3/6/2023
Governor Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson are traveling to Sweden and Germany for an international Trade Mission March 10th through the 17th. The goal of the Trade Mission is to build relationships with key international figures in order to promote Missouri's strong capacity for trade. Sweden and Germany are key trade partners for Missouri, with more than 700-million-dollars in combined exports last year.
Accidents
3/6/2023
Sullivan man injured in a two vehicle accident in Jefferson County. The state patrol says it happened before four o'clock Sunday afternoon on Highway H East of Ware Road. The patrol says 31-year old Jacob Kinder was Westbound when he ran into the Eastbound lane and collided with a vehicle driven by 65 year old Richard Francis of De Soto. After impact, Kinder ran off the road and struck a sign and a tree.
Richwoods man injured in a one vehicle accident in Franklin County. The state patrol says it happened at two o'clock Friday afternoon on Maupin Road South of Providence Road. 60-year old Glen Thurman was Southbound when he swerved to avoid a car in his lane, ran off the road and traveled down a steep embankment. Thurman was taken to Mercy in Washington with minor injuries following the crash.
St. Clair man taken to the hospital following a two vehicle accident in Franklin County. The state patrol says it happened at 11:35 Saturday morning on the Interstate 44 North Service Road East of St. Louis Inn Road. 40-year old Stacy Combs of St. Clair lost control of her car, traveled into the Westbound lane into the path of a pick-up driven by 52-year old Gary Palmature of St. Clair. Palmature swerved off the road and struck the ditch. He was taken to Missouri Baptist Hospital in Sullivan with moderate injuries.
Two injured in a two car accident in Franklin County. The state patrol says it happened at 1:45 Saturday afternoon on Highway 50 at Highway A-T. 22-year old Luke Fedderson of St. Clair failed to yield while attempting to turn left and was struck in the side by a car driven by 33-year old Audbrianna Kirk of Butler. Kirk and a passenger, a nine year girl, were taken to Mercy in Washington with moderate injuries.
Accidents
3/4/2023
Warrenton woman injured in a one car accident in Warren County. The patrol says it happened after twelve o'clock Friday afternoon on Interstate 70 as 36-year old Emily Payne was Eastbound. The patrol says Payne was driving too fast when she lost control on the wet pavement and slid into the median wall. Payne was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries.
One vehicle crash in Franklin County sends a Waynesville woman to the hospital. The patrol says it happened at 12:30 Friday afternoon on Eastbound Interstate 44 in Pacific. 61-year old Suzzane Williams was driving a pick-up truck too fast during a rain storm, lost control, spun out and struck the concrete median wall. Williams was taken to Mercy in St. Louis by Meramec Ambulance with minor injuries.
Centene Expected to Lose Millions of Medicaid Clients
3/3/2023
Officials with St. Louis-based health insurer Centene say they expect to lose millions of Medicaid customers soon. The cuts are expected to start next month when reviews begin over recipients' eligibility. The reviews come after a three-year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic. Starting April 1, states can restart disenrolling people who no longer qualify for Medicaid based on financial, age or other criteria. Of Centene's 27 million members, 16 million come from Medicaid. The company says it hopes to regain some of them through exchange programs for the Affordable Care Act.
Former Sweetie Pie's Star Gets Life in Prison
3/3/2023
The former star of the reality show "Welcome to Sweetie Pie's" has been sentenced to life in federal prison. The sentence for Tim Norman came Thursday after he was convicted in a murder-for-hire against his nephew, Andre Montgomery Junior. Court documents show Norman took out a life insurance policy on him for 450-thousand-dollars. Norman has taken to social media to proclaim his innocence. Three others have pleaded guilty for their part in the case.
State Auditor Subpoenas Kim Gardner's Office For Financial Records
3/3/2023
Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick has subpoenaed the financial records of St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardener's office. A news release from Fitzpatrick says the Republican auditor sent the document Thursday after he says Gardener's office failed to meet a deadline for the requested financial information. A spokeswoman for Gardner's office says tells the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that the chief administrative officer has cooperated with all requests. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has begun a civil lawsuit to oust Gardner, accusing her of failing to perform her duties in court matters.
MO House Passes Bill Limiting How Much Farmland Foreign Interests Can Own
3/3/2023
The Missouri House has passed and sent to the state Senate a bill that limits how much farmland foreign interests can own in the state. The bill cuts in half the amount of total farmland in Missouri that foreign countries can buy -- from the current limit of one percent to one-half of a percent. The bill's sponsor -- Republican State Representative Mike Haffner -- says the bill balances investments in Missouri while protecting national security.
Walgreens Won't Dispense Abortion Pills In Some GOP States, Including MO
3/3/2023
Missouri is among the states where Walgreens says it won't dispense abortion pills by mail. The pharmacy chain announced yesterday it will not dispense abortion pills by mail in 20 states where Republican attorneys general have told the company it risks breaking the law if it dispenses the pills to those states by mail. The spokesperson said Walgreens intends to become a certified pharmacy and will dispense abortion pills only in jurisdictions where it's legal. Last month, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey wrote a letter to the nation's biggest pharmacy companies warning them that the sale of abortion pills would violate state law. 19 other attorneys general co-signed Bailey's letter.
Protesters Oppose Use of Live Animals in Medical Training at Mizzou
3/3/2023
Protesters rallied on the University of Missouri campus in Columbia yesterday to call on the university to stop using live animals for its medical training. Members of the group called the Physicians' Committee for Responsible Medicine say live pigs are used to teach emergency medicine residents. A spokesperson for the University of Missouri says they only use live animals for training on rare occasions but that they are looking for ways to train without using animals.
Accidents
3/3/2023
Marthasville man injured in a one vehicle accident in St. Charles County. The patrol says 37-year old Jonathon Staufenbiel was Westbound on Highway D in a pick-up truck when he swerved to avoid a deer, ran off the road and overturned. Staufenbiel was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries following the accident at 11:15 Thursday night.
Motorcycle accident in Franklin County sends a Cuba man to the hospital. The state patrol says 22-year old Matthew Reeves was Northbound on Highway 185 North of Highway AC Thursday night when struck a deer. Reeves was taken to Mercy in Washington with minor injuries following the crash just before midnight.
Execution Date Set For Man Convicted In Double Murder In Randolph County
3/2/2023
An execution date is set for a man convicted of a double murder in Randolph County more than two decades ago. The Missouri Supreme Court scheduled Michael Tisius to die by lethal injection on June 6th. Tisius was found guilty of killing Jason Acton and Leon Egley in June 2000. The Randolph County jailers were shot to death during a failed effort to free another prisoner.
Villa Ridge Man Charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
3/2/2023
On February 27, 2023, at approximately 6:45pm, Franklin County Deputies responded to an address in the 100 block of Arborview Drive in Villa Ridge in regards to a peace disturbance in progress. Franklin County 911 advised responding deputies they could hear screaming in the background and heard mention of a firearm.
Upon the arrival of deputies, contact was made with the suspect outside the residence. Another male identified as a family member was standing near an open door yelling at the suspect. During the course of the investigation, the family member reported the suspect and he were involved in a verbal confrontation and at one point the family member left the room. The suspect grabbed the family member and acted as if he were going to strike him. Deputies had learned the suspect may have been possibly in possession of a firearms during the altercation. A computer search on the suspect was conducted. It was found the suspect was forbidden by Missouri State Law from owning or possessing firearms due to being a felon. As deputies investigated the firearm possession claim deputies located a rifle as well as numerous rounds of armor piercing ammunition.
The suspect was arrested and transported to the Franklin County Adult Detention Facility without incident. Deputies applied for and were granted in custody warrants for Matthew H. Pettis a 50-year-old male from the Villa Ridge, MO on charges of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm with a bond of $25,000 cash only.
Homemade Bomb Found in Sullivan
3/2/2023
At approximately 10:45pm on February 27th, 2023 Franklin County Deputies responded to the intersection of East Springfield Road and Hwy 185 in regards to a possible homemade explosive device. Upon deputies arriving on the scene, they contacted the reporting party who stated he had found the device at a nearby residence while cleaning. Upon locating the device in the home, the reporting party removed the device, walked down the road and placed it near a light standard pole on the southside parking lot of the Circle K convenience store. He then proceeded to contact authorities. Upon deputies viewing the device, they believed it to be a pipe bomb. A safety perimeter was established and detectives with the St. Louis County Regional Bomb and Arson Unit responded to the scene. Detectives confirmed the item was a homemade bomb. The device was secured utilizing specialized tools to minimize danger to law enforcement and public. The device was transported by Bomb and Arson Detectives for proper destruction. Currently this is an active investigation.
Accident
3/2/2023
Fatal accident in Warren County. The patrol says it happened after seven o'clock Wednesday morning on Interstate 70 East of Warrenton. 32-year old Wendell Belisle of Fulton was killed when he changed lanes, collided with a car, ran off the highway and overturned. Belisle wasn't wearing a seat belt.
Work on Interstate 44 Bridge Begins Thursday
3/2/2023
State engineers with the Missouri Department of Transportation says work begins today on the Route 30 bridge over Interstate 44 in St. Clair. Officials say the area will be closed for several days for rehab work. The closure affects Route 30 itself, as well as the bridge and all entrance and exit ramps from Interstate 44 . Crews will remove the bridge deck Thursday through Sunday during nighttime hours. The bridge and all ramps are scheduled to reopen by early May.
Proposed State Law Would Allow Nurse Practitioners to Work Apart from Doctors
3/2/2023
Missouri lawmakers are considering bills that would let nurse practitioners work independently from doctors. Missouri House Bill 271 and Senate Bill 79 all propose certifying advanced practice nurse practitioners so that they could treat and care for patients without a collaborating physician. If the legislation passes, it will lift restrictions on nurse practitioners offering care to patients. Opponents say it's not a good idea because of the difference in education and training that nurse practitioners have from physicians.
Six Flags St. Louis to Introduce New Roller Coaster
3/2/2023
A new coaster is coming to Six Flags St. Louis and it'll include race cars. Park President John Krajnak says the Rookie Racer involves Formula 1-designed coaster cars. They'll be on a steel track that includes winding curves, drops and a horizontal loop. He says the ride is designed for younger and adult guests and will have a height requirement that will allow smaller kids to ride with their parents. The Rookie Racer will be offered at the theme park beginning this summer.