News Briefs for Friday (May 19, 2023)

Rosecrans Memorial Airport Breaks Ground For New Runway (ST. JOSEPH, MO) – The Rosecrans Memorial Airport broke ground on a new runway this week. Read more…
More Lane Closures For Kearney I-35 Exchange Project The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced another round of lane closures on Interstate 35 near Kearney as part of the project that is building a new interchange at 19th Street in Kearney. Read more…
St. Joseph Bridge Moving Into Next Phase of Rehabilitation Project A rehabilitation project on the north and southbound Interstate 229 bridges at Sixth and Atchison Streets in Saint Joseph will move into its next phase at the end of this month. Read more…
Barnard Man Injured in Deer-Involved Crash in Nodaway County A Barnard man suffered injuries in a Nodaway County crash involving a deer this morning. Read more…
Maryville Pair Injured in U.S. 71 Crash Wednesday Night Two Maryville residents suffered injuries in a Nodaway County crash Wednesday evening. Read more…
St Joseph Woman Pleaded Guilty In Federal Court Hearing Thursday (ST JOSEPH, MO) – Following a federal court hearing Thursday, 38-year-old Brooke Stewart from St Joseph has pleaded guilty to using identities stolen from prison inmates to receive the benefits of federal unemployment fraudulently. Read more…
The DAV Wants Your Help In Volunteering To Support Veterans (MISSOURINET) – Regardless of the time of year, there will always be a need to consider volunteer opportunities to support veterans in your community, according to D-A-V, the Disabled American Veterans. Read more…
Missouri Is Still Dry But Not As Dry As Last Week (MISSOURINET) – Missouri is still dry, but not as much as last week. Read more…
Parson Hints At Support For $50 Million Budget Item To Help KC Organize World Cup (MISSOURINET) – Missouri is one signature away from giving 50-million-dollars to help Kansas City organize the 2026 World Cup. Read more…
Thousands of Iowans May Lose Medicaid Coverage Next Month (Radio Iowa) State officials say more than three-thousand Iowans are on track to lose their Medicaid coverage by June 1st. Read more…
Iowa Unemployment Rate Drops in April (Radio Iowa) Iowa’s unemployment rate dropped down to two-point-seven percent in April, compared to two-point-eight percent in March. Read more…
Kansas City Goes All In On “We Are 26” FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City Brand, Announces Nonprofit Organization to Lead Effort (Kansas City Sports Commission release) Kansas City, Mo. – May 18, 2023 – Kansas City announced the formation of KC2026 and its Board of Directors, made up of business executives, civic leaders and elected officials. Read more…
Chiefs Finalize Preseason Schedule The Kansas City Chiefs preseason schedule has been finalized. The first game will be Sunday, August 13th at Noon at New Orleans. Read more…
Final MSHSAA District Baseball Champions Crowned
Raider Junior Opens Iowa State Track Meet With New State Record Mount Ayr Junior Ryce Reynolds opened his Iowa State track meet with a new state record Thursday. Read more…
On Tap for 2024–Less Meat/Beef Output and Record High Steer Prices (Radio Iowa) 2024 could be another year of declining U.S. meat production. Read more…
An Early Look Ahead at How 2024 May Plat Out in the Pork Sector (Radio Iowa) 2024 could be a very interesting year for pork producers. USDA is out with its new forecast. Read more…

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4 events,
The Old School of Cameron Farmers and Makers Market
The Old School of Cameron Farmers and Makers Market
The Old School of Cameron Farmers and Makers Market runs every Saturday from 9-1 at the Old […]
Second Harvest Fresh Mobile Pantry (August)
Catholic Charities Serve and Lift Mobile Food Pantry (August)
Cameron New Life Shoppe – August
6 events,
NWMO State Fair (Bethany)
4 events,
Second Harvest Fresh Mobile Pantry (September)
Catholic Charities Serve & Lift Mobile Distribution (September)
5 events,
Party in the Park (Albany)
Party in the Park (Albany)
This year's Party in the Park at Silas Lee's Crazy Animal Park will feature something for everyone […]
4 events,
The Old School of Cameron Farmers and Makers Market
NWMO State Fair (Bethany)
Second Harvest Fresh Mobile Pantry (September)
Catholic Charities Serve & Lift Mobile Distribution (September)
5 events,
Cameron New Life Shoppe September End of Summer Blowout
5 events,
Fresh Ayr Friday (Mount Ayr)
Fresh Ayr Friday (Mount Ayr)
Fresh Ayr Friday Friday, September 8 5 - 7 pm Shelter House Phil Shipley performing
8 events,
4th Annual Ronnie Mercer Memorial Golf Tournament
4th Annual Ronnie Mercer Memorial Golf Tournament
4th Annual Ronnie Mercer Memorial Golf Tournament Stanberry Country Club September 9th
P.H.A.R.M. Dog’s “A Night Under the Stars”
P.H.A.R.M. Dog’s “A Night Under the Stars”
Join us by purchasing one ticket to "A Night Under the Stars" event. Indulge in delicious dinner […]
Movie Night in the Park (Bethany)
Movie Night in the Park (Bethany)
Trail Life USA Troop MO-0202 of Bethany and FBC College & Career Small Group invites you to […]
4 events,
The Old School of Cameron Farmers and Makers Market
Second Harvest Fresh Mobile Pantry (September)
Catholic Charities Serve & Lift Mobile Distribution (September)
Cameron New Life Shoppe September End of Summer Blowout
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Crossroads Marble Show
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Raider Fall Festival (Mount Ayr)
5 events,
4 events,
The Old School of Cameron Farmers and Makers Market
Second Harvest Fresh Mobile Pantry (September)
Catholic Charities Serve & Lift Mobile Distribution (September)
Cameron New Life Shoppe September End of Summer Blowout
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5 events,
Veterans Camping Initiative
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Harrison County Fall Festival
Harrison County Fall Festival
Harrison County Fall Festival (Car Show - Bike Show - Vendors) Downtown Bethany Schedule of Events 10 […]
Ringgold County Hunter Education Class (Mount Ayr)
Ringgold County Hunter Education Class (Mount Ayr)
The Ringgold County Hunter Education Class will be on Saturday, September 23rd from 8:30 to 3:30 at […]
Mercer County Health Department Safe Sitter Class
Mercer County Health Department Safe Sitter Class
The Mercer County Health Department will hold a Safe Sitter Class on Saturday, September 23rd from 9 […]
6 events,
4 events,
The Old School of Cameron Farmers and Makers Market
Second Harvest Fresh Mobile Pantry (September)
Catholic Charities Serve & Lift Mobile Distribution (September)
Cameron New Life Shoppe September End of Summer Blowout
5 events,
Albany Heritage Day
Albany Heritage Day
We are currently seeking vendors for Albany Heritage Day, Saturday, September 30. Outdoor spaces are $20 and […]