By Associated Press ST. LOUIS — San Francisco third baseman Matt Chapman won his fifth Gold Glove and Kansas City shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. was among 14 first-time winners of baseball’s most famous fielding honor. Cleveland second baseman Andrés Giménez and left fielder Steven Kwan won for the third consecutive year along with Arizona first
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By Jacob Meikel 2024 had been a year of firsts for this experienced group of runners from Benton boys cross country, and they may not be done just yet. Over the weekend, the group captured its first district championship. Now, they earn themselves a trip to the Class 3 State Meet this weekend to add
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By Leah Rainwater With the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 5, there are some last-minute things voters should know to be prepared. First, those voting need to show a government-issued photo ID before they receive a ballot. “They (voters) need to show a Missouri driver’s or non-driver’s license,” said Mary Baack-Garvey, the Buchanan County Clerk
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By NewsPress Now Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with almost everyone, dies at 91 Quincy Jones, the multitalented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson’s historic “Thriller” album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, has died at
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By Kyle Schmidt Those who look at Missouri State Highway Patrol crash reports online may notice something is missing. Beginning on Nov. 1, the patrol no longer includes the names of those involved in traffic crashes and boating/drowning incidents in the reports posted on its website. Sgt. Shane Hux with the patrol’s Troop H based
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By Associated Press It’s one of the most under-publicized policies of some of the biggest U.S. retailers: sometimes they give customers full refunds and let them keep unwanted items too. Returnless refunds are a tool that more retailers are using to keep online shoppers happy and to reduce shipping fees, processing time and other ballooning
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By Jenna Wilson A former Robidoux Middle School teacher was sentenced to 10 years in prison Monday afternoon following his guilty plea to a charge of first-degree sodomy involving a student. Everett “Tim” Harding, 47, was charged after a May 7 incident involving a 14-year-old girl he admittedly had sexual contact with. Harding was sentenced
Continue ReadingBy Jon Styf | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Milwaukee’s economic attainment against 11 peer cities but ranked last in venture capital investment and low in business creation, according to a new report from Wisconsin Policy Forum. The data compares Milwaukee with Austin, Buffalo, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Oklahoma City,
Continue ReadingBy Tim Clouser | The Center Square (The Center Square) – The Spokane Police Department could see a funding increase of over 33% under Mayor Lisa Brown’s proposed budget for the next biennium, with fire services also receiving a 14% boost. Brown released her 2025-2026 budget proposal on Saturday, seemingly closing a $25 million general fund
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Do you love cooking and baking? Are you always looking for tasty new additions to your kitchen toolkit? If so, you may want to know about a great ingredient for your pantry: almond oil. By cooking, baking or finishing dishes with almond oil, you’ll be introducing a boost of nutty,
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By Jazmine Knight With many gathering yard waste to burn this month, following established guidelines is key to keeping people and property safe. The open burning season is back again for the fall. Burning is allowed from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. “It doesn’t mean that you just burn anything,” said Frank Till, executive director
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By NewsPress Now Officials at the Chillicothe Correctional Center are reporting the death of an inmate. Sheila Phillips, 61, died at the prison at 6:39 a.m. on Nov. 3, of apparent natural causes, officials said. She began serving a six-year sentence for voluntary manslaughter, armed criminal action and tampering with physical evidence from Stone County
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By NewsPress Now A Chillicothe, Missouri, teen is hospitalized with serious injuries following a crash Monday morning on Highway V. The accident happened when an 18-year-old driving south on Livingston County Route 251 just east of Chillicothe failed to yield when crossing Highway V and was hit by a westbound truck, according to a Missouri
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By Cameron Montemayor Plans are moving forward on a long-awaited new animal shelter as work nears the finish line on the final designs for the facility. St. Joseph city officials said the hope is to have the $5 million project bid out for construction later this month or in December at the latest. City and
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – If you love everything about the holidays except prepping your home for entertaining, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, getting and keeping your house in good shape for festive gatherings, special celebrations, and impromptu hangouts can take some of the jolly out of an otherwise fun season. The good news is that
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – As the chill of autumn settles in, it brings more with it than just crunchy, colorful leaves and seasonally-inspired drinks. The onset of cold and flu season has officially arrived. Coupled with widespread back-to-office mandates, cold and flu season poses a unique challenge for professionals in office spaces that can
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – College football season is here, and it’s time to rally your friends and family with a game day watch party! Hosting watch parties is a great way to spend time with fellow football lovers and cheer on your favorite teams — and creating a party that’s memorable is all about
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Sponsored by Sanofi A sudden type 1 diabetes diagnosis can turn someone’s world completely upside down. As individuals and their loved ones grapple with this new reality, many will face a mix of emotions: fear, uncertainty for the future, or regret about not learning sooner about their potential risk factors
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – People living with type 1 diabetes live with an invisible burden. Between nonstop checking and balancing blood glucose levels, anxiety about every meal or snack, plus juggling everyday obligations — it’s a lot like constantly trying to keep a balloon in the air, all day, every day. Kris Leeper knows
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Noviembre es el Mes Nacional de la Diabetes y el momento en que las comunidades de todo el país crean conciencia sobre la diabetes. ¿Sabía que al menos 1 de cada 10 estadounidenses tiene diabetes? Esto equivale a 38.4 millones de adultos y niños. La diabetes es una
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Olive oil is a star ingredient for good reason. Nutritious and delicious, olive oil provides a wide range of benefits, from promoting heart health to protecting your brain. With a variety of olive oil options to choose from, people are often searching for ways to find the “best” product. As
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—La próxima vez que suene su teléfono, es muy probable que sea una llamada no deseada. Según una investigación reciente, los estadounidenses reciben un promedio de 2,700 millones de llamadas de este tipo al mes, de una duración aproximada de 4 minutos cada una. Como resultado, se estima que se desperdiciaron 248
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By John Dealbreuin Move over, mortgage payments. A recent USA Today release says everyday expenses stress out 71% of Americans. But even amid record housing costs, consumers name supermarket, utility, and gas prices as the cause of most financial strain. As inflation forces many to rethink spending, consumers struggle to manage day-to-day expenses and save
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – There is a new study evaluating a promising potential new treatment for epilepsy called Rise. Clinics across the nation are currently seeking to enroll participants in this study between the ages of 18-75 who have been diagnosed with focal (partial) onset epilepsy and have experienced resistance to existing treatments. Epilepsy
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By NewsPress Now Two Missouri men suffered serious injuries after colliding with a semi Sunday morning. The accident occurred at about 11:39 a.m. on Nov. 3 as an 18-year-old Oregon, Missouri, man drove his truck north on Interstate 29 near Mound City, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. Troopers say the truck
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By NewsPress Now Not meant for the long-term On Proposition A, for the minimum wage to go up, if that goes up, if that goes through, everything will go up. Meals at restaurants, retail, hotels, etc. Minimum wage was meant for people starting out, not long-term supporting a family. We’re already great We have the
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Bring on the list-making, gift-giving, party-going time of year. The holiday season would also feel incomplete without delicious dishes to keep everyone feeling merry and bright. By everyone, that includes canine companions, too. Consider this list of pup- and pet-parent-approved festive foods, as well as those to avoid, from the
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By NewsPress Now Take steps to limit risk for cardiovascular disease (Family Features) The last decade has seen a surge in cardiovascular risk factors such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity, each of which raises the risks of developing heart disease and stroke. These trends are leading researchers to conclude that the prevalence
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) If you’re enrolled in Medicare, it’s important to remember Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 each year. This is the time for people with Medicare to compare their prescription drug and health coverage options for the upcoming year. New This Year The new prescription drug law
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Hosting is a big responsibility, especially during the holidays when the pressure is on to create a magical and memorable experience. Planning a menu and decorating for the occasion is just the start. Hosting also means ensuring all dishes are cooked to perfection and kept warm until serving time, guests’
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