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 […]
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.
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 - 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,
(The Center Square) – A newly released analysis of fiscal policy ranked all 50 states, with Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ state coming in first and Democratic Vice Presidential Nominee and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in last.
Two officers with the North County Police Cooperative were injured Monday evening while working a detail at a meeting of the Pine Lawn Board of Aldermen.
The average cost for a gallon of gasoline in the U.S. remains at levels comparable to 2021 before inflation took off, though it has risen slightly as Floridians begin recovering from Hurricane Milton.
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. […]
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,
Looks like Ringo Starr may be getting ready to finally release his long-talked-about country album. The Beatles drummer just shared a new picture on Instagram that shows him wearing a cowboy…
Financial and health tech companies were among those who received venture capital investments in the third quarter, during which local investments rose overall, according to a new report.
As far back as 2017, Techdirt was warning that robot vacuum cleaners represented a threat to privacy. In that instance, it concerned the possibility that iRobot, makers of the robot vacuum Roomba, might sell the data that its device collected about the size and layout of a home. Five years later, it was becoming clear […]
A man was shot by another motorist on I-44/55 near downtown St. Louis Monday afternoon, police said. The victim, 38, was treated for a minor gunshot wound.
O'FALLON - A petition has emerged calling for the reconsideration of an Illinois High School Association (IHSA) rule that led to the ban of a freshman O'Fallon student-athlete from his school's cross-country team. The petition, initiated by Madelyn Hindia on October 15, 2024, seeks to draw attention to what the family describes as an unfair IHSA decision affecting their son, Cole Deering. Cole was banned from participating in the team after he unknowingly ran in a 6K charity race to support his sister, an action that violated IHSA regulations prohibiting athletes from participating in outside events. Cole participated in a benefit for a medical center where his sister had been hospitalized with a case of pneumonia. Hindia said the family and Cole were unaware of the implications of the charity race, running outside his normal high school team meets. Hindia said the impact of the ban has been particularly difficult for Cole, who is autistic and has been focusing on his mental health.
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump defended his plans for steep tariffs on Tuesday, arguing economists who say that those higher costs would get passed onto consumers are incorrect and that his proposals would benefit American manufacturing. During an argumentative hour-long interview with Bloomberg Editor-in-Chief John Micklethwait hosted by the Economic Club of Chicago, Trump vehemently […]
ALTON — Jay Keeven, a candidate for the 112th District State House of Representatives, is addressing voter concerns as the November election approaches. With just three weeks until Election Day on November 5, Keeven has engaged with constituents about pressing issues such as property taxes, the rising cost of living and much more. Keeven was an Illinois State trooper for 27 years and served for eight-plus years as the Edwardsville Police Chief. He is presently the city administrator for Troy. During his state representative campaign, Keeven said he and his associates have knocked on approximately 15,000 doors, listening to residents. He said first on the minds of most was the high property taxes in Madison County and high grocery prices. "I think things do financially assist individuals, but there is a cost-benefit analysis with everything we do," Keeven said. He emphasized the state's budget, which he noted includes $53 billion, has to be analyzed and trimmed. He said he know
Two large industrial properties in Wellston, which have spent decades unused and which were once at the center of major scandal involving former St. Louis County Executive Steve Stenger, are now offered for development. The Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) of the County of St. Louis, managed by the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership […]
Alberici Corp. has appointed George Franco as chief innovation officer In this role, Franco will foster a culture of creativity and strategic problem-solving, advancing innovation strategies that address today’s construction challenges while positioning Alberici for long-term success in an evolving industry. Franco brings nearly 20 years of experience driving innovation in construction, where he has […]
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