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Perryville man dead, another injured after fatal accident on I-55

1 year 3 months ago
CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY, Mo. - A 29-year-old Perryville man is dead and another man was left seriously injured Monday afternoon after a fatal accident on Interstate 55. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) crash report, the accident happened on southbound I-55, 9 miles north of Jackson, involving a Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Avalanche. [...]
Nick Gladney

Known for Engineering, MO S&T Looks to Build Its Biology Profile

1 year 3 months ago
From St. Louis Public Radio:  For most of its 150-year history, Missouri University of Science and Technology has been focused on and known for engineering and physical sciences. The campus in Rolla is looking to bring that same level of international profile to its biology and life science programs. Missouri S&T has approval to start […]
Dede Hance

Labeling error led to Missouri recall of cannabis gummies

1 year 3 months ago
Flora Farms took more than 3,000 Zen-brand cannabis gummy products off the shelves last month, after state regulators received a complaint the food-coloring ingredient wasn’t listed on the label. The food coloring is not a banned ingredient, said Sami Jo Freeman, spokeswoman for the Division of Cannabis Regulation, and the Flora Farms manufacturing facility in […]
Rebecca Rivas

Citizens Turn Out, Sound Off On Southeast “Connectivity”

1 year 3 months ago
From Webster-Kirkwood Times:  A meeting to discuss the future of Kirkwood’s southeast neighborhoods drew a crowd of concerned citizens on Tuesday night. The event was billed as an open house to review and provide feedback on ideas to better connect areas near Big Bend Road to the rest of Kirkwood. The effort is part of […]
Dede Hance

Alton Police Department Honors Major John Franke's Distinguished Career

1 year 3 months ago
ALTON — Major John Franke is set to retire from the Alton Police Department after more than 29 years of service, marking the end of a distinguished career that has seen him hold numerous roles within the department. Franke, who has served as a Patrol Officer, Detective, Special Response Team member, Patrol Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, Captain, and most recently as Deputy Chief of Police, has been a pivotal figure in the department since joining. His retirement will be recognized by colleagues and community members alike, who acknowledge his contributions to law enforcement and the local community. Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford praised Franke's leadership and mentorship qualities, stating, "John Franke has been a mentor, a guide, and a leader to countless supervisors and officers under his command. His loyalty to his team and unwavering support for those he leads is unmatched." Ford highlighted Franke's extensive knowledge of police work and his commitment to instilling strong

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Sam Page makes his pick for St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney

1 year 3 months ago
It's a big move in what's shaping up to be an epic political showdown in Missouri. St. Louis County Executive Sam Page has named Cort VanOstran as the new St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney, once Wesley Bell leaves office. But Governor Mike Parson says that’s his job, not Page’s.
Andy Banker