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CLEAN LINE HEARINGS IN JEFF CITY

THE MISSOURI PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION IS HOLDING HEARINGS IN JEFFERSON CITY TO DETERMINE IF A MASSIVE WIND ENERGY PROJECT WILL MOVE FORWARD. JASON TAYLOR WITH MISSOURI NET NEWS HAS MORE....Read More

EMERALD ASH BORER NOW IN HARRISON AND CALDWELL COUNTIES

IN A PRESS RELEASE FROM THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION THE PRESENCE OF THE INVASIVE EMERALD ASH BORER HAS BEEN NEWLY CONFIRMED IN TWO NORTHWEST MISSOURI COUNTIES. MDC HAS CONFIRMED THE TREE-KILLING PEST HAS BEEN DISCOVERED IN...Read More

FROM THE BENCH

Circuit Judge R. Brent Elliott’s “From the Bench” is a series of articles designed to provide the public with a better understanding of the judicial system. IN THE RECENT NOVEMBER ELECTION, CHILLICOTHE ATTORNEY RYAN HORSMAN WAS ELECTED...Read More

KCP&L AND WESTAR WARN OF AN IMPOSTOR SCAM

KANSAS CITY POWER AND LIGHT AND WESTAR ENERGY WARN CUSTOMERS OF A POSSIBLE IMPOSTOR SCAM IN A RECENT PRESS RELEASE. BOTH UTILITY COMPANIES HAVE RECEIVED REPORTS FROM CUSTOMERS SAYING THEY WERE THREATENED WITH A DISCONNECTION NOTICE FROM...Read More

BETHANY MAN SET FOR PLEA/TRIAL SETTING TODAY

A BETHANY MAN IS SET FOR A PLEA/TRIAL SETTING TODAY IN DAVIESS COUNTY COURT. COURT RECORDS SAY 27-YEAR-OLD MICHAEL A. BYRD FACES A FELONY CHARGE OF SEXUAL CONDUCT WITH A PRISONER OR OFFENDER BY A PROBATION, PAROLE...Read More

ST. JOSEPH MAN PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO FELONY SEX CRIME CHARGE

A SAINT JOSEPH MAN HAS PLED NOT GUILTY TO A FELONY SEX CRIME MONDAY IN BUCHANAN COUNTY COURT. COURT DOCUMENTS SAY 48-YEAR-OLD JAMES F. SUMMERS FACES A FELONY CHARGE OF SECOND-DEGREE STATUTORY SODOMY. SUMMERS IS SET TO...Read More

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TUESDAY SCOREBOARD

GIRLS BASKETBALL GRC EAST PUTNAM COUNTY 56 SOUTH HARRISON 54 MILAN 51 PRINCETON 41 MAYSVILLE 51 POLO 41 TRENTON 57 GALLATIN 20 JEFFERSON 27 NORTH ANDREW 22 PATTONSBURG 64 WINSTON 62 275 CONFERENCE EAST ATCHISON 63 OSBORN...Read More

HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE FOR 12-18-18

GIRLS NOTRE DAME DE SION @ ST. PIUS X BOYS BISHOP LeBLOND @ EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HAMILTON @ MARYVILLE MID-BUCHANAN @ NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN DOUBLEHEADERS CAMERON @ LATHROP CHILLICOTHE @ KIRKSVILLE ATCHISON @ SAVANNAH ORRICK @ LAWSON TRENTON...Read More

MONDAY SCOREBOARD

GIRLS BASKETBALL PLATTSBURG 43 CAMERON 32 MID BUCHANAN 50 ST PIUS X 44 LATHROP 44 ST. JOE CHRISTIAN 37 CHILLICOTHE 62 MARSHALL 48 DeKALB 55 NORTH PLATTE 52 OT LAWSON 69 EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 39 ST. JOE CENTRAL...Read More

HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE FOR 12-17-18

GIRLS CAMERON @ PLATTSBURG BISHOP LeBLOND @ MID-BUCHANAN LAWSON @ EXCELSIOR SPRINGS DOUBLEHEADERS ST. JOE CHRISTIAN @ LATHROP NORTH PLATTE @ DeKALB WEST PLATTE @ NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN BRAYMER @ HARDIN-CENTRAL KING CITY @ NORTH HARRISON MAYSVILLE...Read More

AG News

Reports: China buys more soybeans December 19, 2018
Various media outlets are reporting that China returned to the U.S. soybean market on Tuesday for another round of buying, although the exact purchase amounts are not known. Last week, Chinese state-run companies booked about one-and-a-half million tons of U.S. beans, the country’s first major U.S. soy purchases in six months. Talk of the renewed […]
Todd Gibson retires from United Soybean Board December 19, 2018
Todd Gibson, Retired United Soybean Board Director, says he’s grateful for the nine years that he’s spent as a director on the United Soybean Board. Gibson says his impression of checkoff investments was only strengthened by his time as one of the decision makers. To learn more, visit mosoy.org. Brought to you by Missouri’s soybean farmers […]
Todd Gibson Retires December 19, 2018
Todd Gibson, Retired United Soybean Board Director, says he’s grateful for the nine years that he’s spent as a director on the United Soybean Board. Gibson says his impression of checkoff investments was only strengthened by his time as one of the decision makers. To learn more, visit mosoy.org. Brought to you by Missouri’s soybean farmers […]
Crop specialist recommends not stressing soybeans December 18, 2018
Crop management specialist Emerson Nafziger says his research shows soybeans with less stress yield better. “My point here is don’t create stress on purpose,” said Nafziger, during an Illinois Soybean Association-sponsored webinar Tuesday. “Some people have said soybeans love stress; if you stop it, they’re so happy they yield more, (but that) doesn’t seem to […]

MissouriNet News

Project beautifies Missouri Capitol murals showcasing state’s rich history December 18, 2018
Paintings lining the hallways of the Missouri Capitol in Jefferson City look vibrant from a newly-completed repair project. Ohio-based nonprofit organization ICA Art Conservation led the restoration of about 55 murals dating back to the 1920s. Senior Paintings Conservator Andrea Chavalier tells Missourinet 76 murals were originally inspected for possible touch ups, but not all […]
Missourinet 7 a.m. News 12-18-2018 December 18, 2018
Top Stories: Greenwood Police near Kansas City say a man is in custody after he reportedly attempted to drown his 6-month-old child in a pond. Officers were able to locate and revive the child who is reportedly now in good condition. And for-profit, non-accredited Vatterott Career Colleges ceased operations yesterday. The school had a significant presence in St. Louis […]
Bill Pollock Show–#Mizzou trio of freshman stepping up for Cuonzo, judge orders man to watch Bambi for a whole year (PODCAST) December 18, 2018
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Missouri state offices to be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day December 18, 2018
Missouri’s governor has signed an executive order that closes most state offices on Christmas Eve, which is Monday. Governor Mike Parson, a Republican, says he signed the executive order “so that our state employees will have time to celebrate and be with their loved ones.” The governor is also asking Missourians to pause to reflect […]

National News

Fatal Disease Outbreak Among Miners Spurs House Hearings On Coal Mine Dust December 19, 2018
The review comes in response to an NPR and Frontline investigation that revealed the failure of government regulators to identify and prevent dangerous conditions.
Bipartisan Criminal Justice Bill Closer To Becoming Law After Senate Approval December 19, 2018
The Senate voted in favor of legislation that would reduce sentences for some drug crimes and offer training programs for prisoners.
Hispanic Caucus Calls For Investigation Into Migrant Child's Death December 19, 2018
After touring the two border facilities where Jakelin Caal was detained before she died, the congressional delegation called for better medical facilities and trained personnel at ports of entry.
Federal Panel Of Judges Dismisses All 83 Ethics Complaints Against Brett Kavanaugh December 18, 2018
The judges acknowledged that the complaints are "serious" but noted there is no existing authority for lower court judges to hold Supreme Court justices accountable.
As Parkland Cases Begin, Duty Of School And Deputy Come Under Scrutiny December 18, 2018
The criminal and civil cases related to the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School are just beginning — and they raise a number of thorny questions about who is responsible for a tragedy.
Episode #1901 December 18, 2018
Latino USA's traditional episode for the new year is a remix of our favorite music pieces of 2018.
Episode #1852 December 18, 2018
In this special holiday rebroadcast, Latino USA explores the special bond between Latinos and their grandparents
Russian Cargo Ship Runs Aground In U.K. December 18, 2018
The 600-foot long ship was stranded just a few hundred feet from shore. Curious onlookers gathered onshore to watch rescue operations near the English city of Falmouth.
Violence Against Journalists Reached 'Unprecedented Levels' In 2018, Report Finds December 18, 2018
Every year, Reporters Without Borders investigates how many journalists were killed, imprisoned or held hostage. In 2018, the group saw an increase in every category.
Penny Marshall, Filmmaker And 'Laverne & Shirley' Star, Dies At 75 December 18, 2018
Marshall directed Big and A League of Their Own, among other films.

World News

U.S. Deports Dozens More Cambodian Immigrants, Some For Decades-Old Crimes
Many were granted refugee status after fleeing U.S. bombing during the Vietnam War and the massacres of the Khmer Rouge, and know little about the country where they're being forced to return.
Brookings Institution Senior Fellow On Michael Flynn's Contacts With Turkey
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks to Ömer Taspinar of the Brookings Institution about former Trump national security adviser Michael Flynn's contacts with Turkey and attempts to extradite Turkish cleric Fethullah Gülen.
Minorities In Chinese Internment Camps Forced To Sew Clothes for U.S. Brand
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with the AP's Dake Kang about his reporting that minorities in Chinese internment camps are being forced to perform menial labor, including sewing clothes for a U.S. sports brand.
Russian Cargo Ship Runs Aground In U.K.
The 600-foot long ship was stranded just a few hundred feet from shore. Curious onlookers gathered onshore to watch rescue operations near the English city of Falmouth.

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