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Missouri Governor Kehoe Confirms FEMA to Assess Infrastructure Damage in 25 Counties After Devastating Storms

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Missouri Governor Kehoe Confirms FEMA to Assess Infrastructure Damage in 25 Counties After Devastating Storms

In response to the severe storms and widespread flooding that struck Missouri beginning March 30, Governor Mike Kehoe has announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will conduct joint Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDAs) in 25 counties across the state. The goal is to evaluate the extensive impact on public infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and water crossings, in hopes of securing federal Public Assistance. Unprecedented Damage Triggers … Read more

St. Louis County Soccer Complex Gets $8 Million Makeover After Tornado Damage – Fields Set To Reopen By June 2025

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St. Louis County Soccer Complex Gets $8 Million Makeover After Tornado Damage – Fields Set To Reopen By June 2025

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. – A massive $8 million reconstruction project is set to begin on the Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex in St. Louis County after it was ravaged by a powerful EF2 tornado last month. The storm left the popular youth sports destination in ruins, halting all games and severely disrupting training schedules for local players. The complex, located in Maryland Heights, … Read more

Parkway School District Implements Cell Phone Ban For Students Starting Next School Year

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Parkway School District Implements Cell Phone Ban For Students Starting Next School Year

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – The Parkway School District, one of the largest in the St. Louis area, has approved a significant change in its classroom policy: a district-wide ban on student cell phone use during school hours. This decision, finalized during a regular school board meeting on Wednesday night, is set to take effect at the … Read more

Two-Vehicle Crash In West Central Emporia Sends One To Newman Hospital Wednesday Evening

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Two-Vehicle Crash In West Central Emporia Sends One To Newman Hospital Wednesday Evening

One person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries following a two-vehicle collision in West Central Emporia on Wednesday evening. The accident was reported shortly before 8:00 p.m. at the intersection of 12th Avenue and Gloria Street, a location that often sees steady evening traffic. What Happened: Details of the Collision According to a statement from the Emporia Police Department, a Dodge Durango was heading west … Read more

Emporia State Coach Joins Elite Ranks At Buccaneers’ National Coaching Academy

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Emporia State Coach Joins Elite Ranks At Buccaneers’ National Coaching Academy

Emporia State University’s football program has scored a major win off the field. Coach Vincent Cashdollar, the Hornets’ offensive coordinator and offensive line coach, has been named one of just 25 finalists for the prestigious 2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers National Coaching Academy. An Elite Coaching Opportunity The Tampa Bay Buccaneers National Coaching Academy is an exclusive, weeklong program designed to provide … Read more

MJ Baker Takes The Lead – Emporia State Names New Women’s Basketball Head Coach

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MJ Baker Takes The Lead - Emporia State Names New Women’s Basketball Head Coach

Emporia State University has officially introduced Melissa “MJ” Baker as the new head coach of the Lady Hornets women’s basketball team. With an impressive coaching career spanning over a decade and a reputation for building championship programs, Baker becomes the ninth head coach in program history. Her hiring marks a new chapter for a team rich in tradition and competitive … Read more

New Hotel On The Horizon – Kansas City’s Riverfront Boom Continues

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New Hotel On The Horizon - Kansas City’s Riverfront Boom Continues

Kansas City’s riverfront is experiencing a significant transformation, with a new SpringHill Suites by Marriott hotel proposed near Bally’s Casino.  This development is part of the city’s broader initiative to revitalize the Berkley Riverfront area, turning it into a vibrant hub for residents and visitors alike.​ Project Overview The proposed hotel, developed by True North Hotel Group, is planned to be … Read more

Tragic Crash On I-435 Claims Life of 21-Year-Old Shawnee Man In Wyandotte County

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Tragic Crash On I-435 Claims Life of 21-Year-Old Shawnee Man In Wyandotte County

A devastating accident on Interstate 435 in Wyandotte County claimed the life of a 21-year-old man from Shawnee, Kansas, on Tuesday afternoon. According to information from law enforcement, the single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 1:20 p.m. on the northbound side of I-435, just a mile north of Kansas 32 Highway. The Kansas Highway Patrol confirmed that the driver, Jacob Robert Thomas Rhodes, was operating … Read more

Astros Silence Cardinals 2-0 As Meyers Delivers At The Plate And Brown Dominates On The Mound

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Astros Silence Cardinals 2-0 As Meyers Delivers At The Plate And Brown Dominates On The Mound

The Houston Astros clinched a tight 2-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday night, thanks to stellar performances from Jake Meyers and Hunter Brown. The game, held at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, featured impressive pitching, timely hits, and key defensive plays that ultimately secured the win for the Astros. Brown’s Commanding Start Anchors the Victory Hunter Brown (2-1) was flawless through … Read more

KC Current President Announces Battle with Cancer

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KC Current President Announces Battle with Cancer

On Monday morning, Kansas City Current President, Raven Jemison, shared a deeply personal update with fans, revealing that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She also expressed her commitment to embracing a “new normal” as she focuses on her health and treatment. Jemison Reflects on the Magic of Matchdays In her statement, Jemison took … Read more