MADISON COUNTY. - Authorities in Madison County are seeking the public's help in locating Destiny Kharsi, a 48-year-old woman who has been missing since approximately 8:30 a.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024. Kharsi, a white female with blue eyes and gray hair, was last seen wearing a green t-shirt and black capri leggings. The Madison County Sheriff's Office is urging anyone with information regarding Kharsi's whereabouts to come forward. Concern for her safety has prompted the office to ask the community for assistance. "Any piece of information, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial in locating Ms. Kharsi," said a representative from the Madison County Sheriff's Office. Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the Madison County Sheriff's Office at (618) 692-4433. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call the anonymous tip line at (618) 296-3000.
A proposal to allow a new casino to be licensed on the Osage River near the Lake of the Ozarks will be on the November ballot, a Cole County judge ruled Friday.
The initiative, which was initially found to be 2,031 signatures short in the 2nd Congressional District, actually did have enough valid signatures, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s office conceded when a planned trial over the petition opened before Judge Daniel Green.
The proposed constitutional amendment initially failed to qualify…
The Missouri Hemp Trade Association filed a lawsuit Friday in Cole County Circuit Court to stop the governor’s ban on all intoxicating hemp food and drinks from taking effect Sunday.
The action comes in response to a memo the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services sent to food retailers on Thursday detailing how the ban will play out.
“This memo really crystallizes the issue and really makes clear what they’re intending to do,” said Chuck Hatfield, the association’s attorney.…
A proposal to allow a new casino to be licensed on the Osage River near the Lake of the Ozarks will be on the November ballot, a Cole County judge ruled Friday. The initiative, which was initially found to be 2,031 signatures short in the 2nd Congressional District, actually did have enough valid signatures, Secretary […]
ROXANA - The Roxana Police Department has issued an alert for two missing individuals, Deborah Renee Reader and Bryce A. Reader, last seen in the South Roxana area on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Deborah, 45, who also goes by Renee Davis, and her son, Bryce, 23, were last observed around 8:15 p.m. on that day. Deborah suffers from mental health and substance issues, adding to the urgency of the search, the Roxana Police Department said. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the whereabouts of Deborah and Bryce to come forward. The Roxana Police Department can be reached at (618) 254-1945, and the Wood River Police Dispatch is available at (618) 251-3114. The police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding their disappearance and are seeking the public's assistance in locating the missing mother and son.
ALTON, IL — Senior Services Plus is excited to host its second "Speed Connections" event. This event is set to take place on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 at 2 p.m. in the School House Grill, and we're inviting older adults ages 55 plus in our community to join in the fun! For just $10 a ticket, attendees will have the chance to participate in a series of engaging, timed conversations with fellow participants. All proceeds raised from this event benefit the United Way of Greater St. Louis. “Last year’s event provided a wonderful opportunity to bring people together in a fun and relaxed environment” said Sydney Peckham, SSP’s Development Event Coordinator. “We’re excited to bring this event back to our community and see the new connections formed this year.” With a space designed to encourage comfortable and meaningful interactions, participants can look forward to a welcoming environment. The Speed Connections event is not only a chance to
BELLEVILLE - On Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., the fifth "Live Music Row" will be happening all throughout downtown Belleville, with numerous singers and songwriters showcasing their talents at numerous locations. Headlining this event at Venue on Main at 202 W. Main St., Belleville, Ill., from 8-11 p.m. will be Clayton Q (whose song “Drive” is featured in the latest Chevrolet Silverado commercial) as well as Randy Russell and Kristen Tuff Scott, all arriving from Nashville next weekend to showcase their talents. Other locations featuring musicians during Live Music Row from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. are COPPER FIRE - 200 E. Main Street, Bennie's Pizza Pub - 113 E. Main Street, and Papa Vito's - 318 E. Washington St. For more information about this event, please contact Conni Tilley, owner of Venue on Main at 618-920-3846.
On This Day, Aug. 30, 1986 …Former Traffic star Steve Winwood landed his first Billboard Hot 100 #1 with “Higher Love,” from his fourth solo album, Back in the High Life. The song, featuring backing…
ST. LOUIS - Tim Ezell travels to the Missouri Botanical Garden to hear about the Japanese Festival and what events will take place there. While at the Botanical Garden, Ezell got the opportunity to talk with participant Bryan Darr.
A deluxe edition of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers' 1982 album, Long After Dark, is coming on Oct. 18.The album, featuring the singles "You Got Lucky," "Change of Heart" and "Straight…
The raceway will play host to its first NASCAR Cup Series playoff race as the Enjoy Illinois 300 moves to September and will see the return of the Xfinity Series.
Idaho’s state government was facing a problem. In 2018, its 86 state agencies were operating with a mix of outdated, mismatched business systems that ran internal processes like payroll and human resources. Some of the programs dated back to the 1980s, and many were written in programming languages they don’t teach in engineering schools anymore. […]
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