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Illinois coroner: 1-month-old baby died due to 'cocaine intoxication'

1 year 2 months ago
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- A one-month-old boy had enough cocaine in its body that it was the "immediate" cause of death. Peoria County Coroner Jamie Harwood said Grayson Luncsford did also suffer from heat stress, dehydration, malnutrition, and neglect as indicated on Sept. 16, just a few hours after the boy was found dead. At [...]
Andy Kravetz

"Identity Migration" Art Exhibit Explores Textiles, Dance and Conservation at Audubon Center

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WEST ALTON - The Audubon Center at Riverlands will combine choreography, textile and sculpture work in a new exhibit titled “Identity Migration.” Carmen Alana Tibbets is this year’s artist-in-residence at the Audubon Center, and she has created several cloth sculptures of migratory birds. Erin Lane, a dance professor at Principia College, then worked with her students to develop choreography corresponding to each sculpture. The resulting exhibit will be open to the public from 5–7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at the Audubon Center in West Alton, Missouri. “We’ve been incorporating art into our mission since the center opened in 2011,” explained Ken Buchholz, director of the Audubon Center. “How can we get people to think and be inspired, and not only that, but even generate their own thoughts and ideas? Hopefully it creates a sense of urgency to help protect what we know we’re losing quickly. When you love something,

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Frost prep: Furnace maintenance and pet safety tips

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​BRENTWOOD, Mo. - Temperatures are dipping toward the freezing point Tuesday night. A lot of residents will be urged to click their thermostat from cool to heat. This is the back-and-forth time of year when temperatures are manageable during the day and chilly at night. It’s a decision-making time, whether to turn the furnace on, [...]
Haley Fitzpatrick

IMPACT Strategies Completes Construction of New BJC Parkland Health Center Primary Care Clinic in Farmington

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IMPACT Strategies has completed construction on the new Parkland Health Center Primary Care Clinic in Farmington, Missouri on the northeast corner of the hospital campus at 1106 Hazel Lane. Primary care providers plan to start transitioning into the new two-story 34,000 square foot building on October 7. Parkland Health Center currently offers comprehensive healthcare services […]
Dede Hance

Judge denies bond reductions in work zone assault case

1 year 2 months ago
Three road workers face charges of assault, kidnapping and armed criminal action following an altercation with an off-duty police officer in their work zone. Prosecutors allege one of the defendants also yelled racial slurs during the incident.
Chris Hayes

David Wasinger

1 year 2 months ago
For many close observers of Missouri politics, David Wasinger’s win in a crowded primary to succeed Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe was something of a surprise. The St. Louis County attorney narrowly edged state Sen. Lincoln Hough, a Springfield Republican who had nabbed a slew of key endorsements and raised a substantial amount of money. During an episode of the Politically Speaking podcast, Wasinger attributed his win to something unusual: His 2018 loss in a Republican primary for state auditor. Even though he fell short to eventual primary winner Saundra McDowell, Wasinger said that campaign gave him a good perspective on what he needed to do to win in a crowded statewide race. And it also ensured he had a solid base of supporters from all over Missouri. “I would not have been able to run for lieutenant governor on this shorter ramp up period of time unless I had run for state auditor,” Wasinger said. “So I honestly, whether it's fate, or I think the good Lord looks over you, and this is what he saw as my calling. So it works out in mysterious ways, and this was the path that I've been given.”

Dow Man Faces Felonies For Weapon, Meth Possession

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DOW - A man from Dow with a criminal past faces new charges after weapons and methamphetamine were found in his backpack following a series of other citations. Andrew W. Hoofard, 38, of Dow, was charged with unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon (a Super Class 3 felony) and unlawful possession of methamphetamine (a Class 3 felony). On Oct. 4, 2024, Hoofard allegedly had five knives with “blades longer than three inches” in his backpack after previously being charged with a felony. He was also found in possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine. Hoofard was also cited in this case with unlawful use of an ATV on a public roadway, leaving the scene of an accident, and having no valid drivers’ license. Jersey County court records show Hoofard had previously been charged in July of 2024 with theft over $500, a Class 3 felony. He also pleaded guilty in a 2018 meth delivery case in which he was charged with a Class 2 felony. In this latest case,

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S. M. Wilson & Co. Announces Company-Wide New Hires

1 year 2 months ago
S. M. Wilson & Co., a St. Louis-based construction management and general contracting firm, has welcomed several new hires. “S. M. Wilson is continuously seeking outstanding talent who will become a part of our team and go Beyond The Build by putting our clients first and leading with excellence,” said Mike Yazbec, President of S. […]
Dede Hance

Community Unites In Pink For Father McGivney High Girls Volleyball Breast Cancer Awareness Match

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GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney High School hosted its annual Breast Cancer Awareness volleyball game on Monday, Oct. 14, 2024, featuring a spirited match between Father McGivney Catholic and Staunton's girls' volleyball team. The event aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer, a cause that resonates deeply with many in the community. The McGivney players and many fans donned pink shirts, symbolizing their commitment to the cause and creating a vibrant atmosphere during the match. There were freshmen, junior varsity and varsity matches played during the night, so there were plenty of pink T-shirts on the floor throughout the exciting night. Father McGivney Catholic High Head Girls volleyball Coach Jake Williams expressed the significance of the event, noting that it holds personal meaning in his heart due to his mother’s battle with breast cancer. "It is very close to me in my eyes," Williams said. "I am proud of the effort of the girls and their coordinator for the event,

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