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Fact-checking Donald Trump’s call for an investigation into meatpacking companies

11 months ago
Last month, President Trump directed the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate the nation’s largest meatpacking companies for potential collusion and price fixing. “Action must be taken immediately to protect consumers, combat illegal monopolies and ensure these corporations are not criminally profiting at the expense of the American people,” Trump said in a social media […]
John McCracken

14-Year-Old Girl Injured in Fosterburg Sledding Accident

11 months ago
FOSTERBURG - Fosterburg Fire Protection District Chief Don Palmer reported a sledding accident involving a 14-year-old girl in a rural Straube Lane area on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 30, 2025. Palmer said emergency responders were dispatched at 2:27 p.m. on Sunday to the Fosterburg scene. The girl sustained an injury that affected her neck. Palmer said the injury was serious enough to warrant airlifting her by medical helicopter to a St. Louis area hospital. “The injury impaired her neck,

How to Plan Your Winter Bucket List for December

11 months ago
Did you know that people who actively plan and anticipate enjoyable activities report higher levels of happiness and well-being? The simple act of creating a bucket list can transform ordinary days into memorable experiences. December, often packed with obligations and festivities, provides a unique opportunity to craft a personalized list of meaningful activities to enrich your final month of the year. Why a Winter Bucket List Matters It’s easy to let days slip by amid the hustle of

How to Kick Off December with an Advent Calendar Tradition

11 months ago
What if a simple daily ritual could transform your entire month, building anticipation and joy one day at a time? Advent calendars have long been a cherished tradition, yet their power extends beyond the simple countdown to a holiday. They offer a unique opportunity to foster mindfulness, family connection, and creativity. Starting December with an advent calendar tradition can set a positive tone that resonates throughout the month and beyond. The Origins and Evolution of Advent Calendars Adve

An overlooked source of information in Missouri prison deaths: the coroner

11 months ago
When Alan Lancaster died in January 2023 at South Central Correctional Center in Licking, Missouri, his family went looking for answers. The Missouri Department of Corrections recorded his death as an accident and offered few additional details. His family requested records from the prison’s investigation into his death, documents such as the internal investigative report […]
Ivy Scott

This Day in History on December 1: Rosa Parks Refuses to Give Up Her Seat

11 months ago
December 1st has long been a date marked by pivotal moments that have shaped our world in profound ways. One of the most impactful global events occurred in 1955 when Rosa Parks famously refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. This act of quiet defiance became a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement in the United States, igniting widespread activism against racial segregation. Parks’ courage on this day galvanized communities and leaders alike, leading to the Montgomery