BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/author/jason-hancock/">JASON HANCOCK</a> <a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/02/20/state-senator-throws-first-punches-of-2024-missouri-governors-campaign/">Missouri Independent</a>

A political action committee that for two years has mostly existed to bankroll Missouri Gov. Mike Parson’s trips to the Super Bowl has begun spending money to bolster his preferred candidates in next week’s GOP primaries.

Uniting Missouri, which was created to support Parson’s bid for a full term in 2020, donated $100,000 this week to the PAC backing Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe’s bid for governor and spent&nbsp;roughly $100,000 on TV ads in the Kansas City market attacking Will Scharf, who is seeking to oust Attorney General Andrew Bailey.

The PAC spent nearly $600,000 on “digital advertising” and&nbsp;$36,000 on radio ads in central and southwest Missouri, although public reports do not indicate who is being targeted in those advertisements.

Parson, who is barred from seeking another term as governor, appointed Kehoe and Bailey to their current jobs and endorsed them both for the Aug. 6 primary.&nbsp;

The spending spree for Parson appointees was made possible by a pair of large donations last week.&nbsp;

David Steward, co-founder of World Wide Technology and a former member of the Washington University Board of Trustees, donated $100,000 to Uniting Missouri on July 25.&nbsp;

The St. Louis law firm of trial attorney Eric Holland donated $300,000 on July 26. The firm gave Uniting Missouri $250,000 earlier this year.&nbsp;

Uniting Missouri also reported receiving $5,000 from MACO Development Co., a low-income housing developer; $10,000 from a group called 36 Political Fund, which is connected to the sheet metal workers union; and $25,000 from five different PACs that are all controlled by the lobbying firm of Steve Tilley, a longtime adviser to the governor.&nbsp;

Last month, Uniting Missouri accepted a $50,000 donation from the Missouri Cannabis Trade Association and $15,000 from Torch Electronics, a Wildwood-based company accused of operating illegal gambling machines across the state.&nbsp;

Uniting Missouri’s intervention in the GOP primary is only the latest example of the governor seeking to put his thumb on the scale for his favored candidates.&nbsp;

Parson last year used&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/01/17/stinks-quite-a-bit-mike-parson-accused-of-illegally-using-office-to-meddle-in-primaries/">official letterhead from the governor’s office</a>&nbsp;to unsuccessfully pressure a national Republican organization to support Bailey’s candidacy. And his department of labor&nbsp;spent&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/politics/missouri-psa-andrew-bailey/63-104fcd6b-02b0-4ddc-910e-4a1ce338935c" target="_blank">$100,000 for a television advertisement that featured Bailey</a>.

In both instances, Parson faced accusations that&nbsp;he violated&nbsp;<a href="https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=115.646&amp;bid=49862&amp;hl=" target="_blank">a state law prohibiting the misuse of public resources for campaign purposes</a>.&nbsp;

Parson endured similar criticism from Kehoe’s main Republican rivals —&nbsp;Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft and state Sen. Bill Eigel — when earlier this year he included the lieutenant governor in a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/foreign-land-missouri-agriculture-military-china-fcea4a00170ce64274d012a50934b0ab" target="_blank">press conference and executive order pertaining to foreign ownership of Missouri land</a>.&nbsp;

Parson took over as governor in June 2018 when his predecessor — Eric Greitens — resigned to avoid impeachment and settle a felony charge in St. Louis.&nbsp;

He won a full term in 2020. But because Greitens had more than two years left on his term when he resigned, Parson is prohibited from running again because of term limits.&nbsp;

Immediately after his 2020 victory, Uniting Missouri spent much of its money on campaign advisers and advertising —&nbsp; $69,000 on consultants in 2022, along with $150,000 on ads.

But spending patterns changed the last two years and have&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/pac-backing-term-limited-missouri-governor-keeps-raising-spending-campaign-cash/">focused mostly on Parson’s travel</a>.

Uniting Missouri paid $56,000 in February 2023 to the Kansas City Chiefs for a “fundraising event,” covering costs associated with the governor’s trip to Arizona for the Super Bowl. It also paid more than $110,000 during the first three months of 2023 to an aviation company connected to Tilley.

The PAC spent $64,000 earlier this year on credit card payments. The charges appear to be for another “fundraising event” at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, and included a $56,000 payment to the Kansas City Chiefs; $8,400 to Ticketmaster; and $650 to the NFL Experience.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722424458194.png" alt=" Missouri Gov. Mike Parson prior to the State of the State address on Jan. 24, 2024 (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent)." />
 <figcaption> Missouri Gov. Mike Parson prior to the State of the State address on Jan. 24, 2024 (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent).</figcaption>
 </figure>BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/author/jason-hancock/">JASON HANCOCK</a> <a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/02/20/state-senator-throws-first-punches-of-2024-missouri-governors-campaign/">Missouri Independent</a>A political action committee that for two years has mostly existed to bankroll Missouri Gov. Mike Parson’s trips to the Super Bowl has begun spending money to bolster his preferred candidates in next week’s GOP primaries.Uniting Missouri, which was created to support Parson’s bid for a full term in 2020, donated $100,000 this week to the PAC backing Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe’s bid for governor and spent&nbsp;roughly $100,000 on TV ads in the Kansas City market attacking Will Scharf, who is seeking to oust Attorney General Andrew Bailey.The PAC spent nearly $600,000 on “digital advertising” and&nbsp;$36,000 on radio ads in central and southwest Missouri, although public reports do not indicate who is being targeted in those advertisements.Parson, who is barred from seeking another term as governor, appointed Kehoe and Bailey to their current jobs and endorsed them both for the Aug. 6 primary.&nbsp;The spending spree for Parson appointees was made possible by a pair of large donations last week.&nbsp;David Steward, co-founder of World Wide Technology and a former member of the Washington University Board of Trustees, donated $100,000 to Uniting Missouri on July 25.&nbsp;The St. Louis law firm of trial attorney Eric Holland donated $300,000 on July 26. The firm gave Uniting Missouri $250,000 earlier this year.&nbsp;Uniting Missouri also reported receiving $5,000 from MACO Development Co., a low-income housing developer; $10,000 from a group called 36 Political Fund, which is connected to the sheet metal workers union; and $25,000 from five different PACs that are all controlled by the lobbying firm of Steve Tilley, a longtime adviser to the governor.&nbsp;Last month, Uniting Missouri accepted a $50,000 donation from the Missouri Cannabis Trade Association and $15,000 from Torch Electronics, a Wildwood-based company accused of operating illegal gambling machines across the state.&nbsp;Uniting Missouri’s intervention in the GOP primary is only the latest example of the governor seeking to put his thumb on the scale for his favored candidates.&nbsp;Parson last year used&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/01/17/stinks-quite-a-bit-mike-parson-accused-of-illegally-using-office-to-meddle-in-primaries/">official letterhead from the governor’s office</a>&nbsp;to unsuccessfully pressure a national Republican organization to support Bailey’s candidacy. And his department of labor&nbsp;spent&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/politics/missouri-psa-andrew-bailey/63-104fcd6b-02b0-4ddc-910e-4a1ce338935c" target="_blank">$100,000 for a television advertisement that featured Bailey</a>.In both instances, Parson faced accusations that&nbsp;he violated&nbsp;<a href="https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=115.646&amp;bid=49862&amp;hl=" target="_blank">a state law prohibiting the misuse of public resources for campaign purposes</a>.&nbsp;Parson endured similar criticism from Kehoe’s main Republican rivals —&nbsp;Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft and state Sen. Bill Eigel — when earlier this year he included the lieutenant governor in a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/foreign-land-missouri-agriculture-military-china-fcea4a00170ce64274d012a50934b0ab" target="_blank">press conference and executive order pertaining to foreign ownership of Missouri land</a>.&nbsp;<h2>Super Bowl trips</h2>Parson took over as governor in June 2018 when his predecessor — Eric Greitens — resigned to avoid impeachment and settle a felony charge in St. Louis.&nbsp;He won a full term in 2020. But because Greitens had more than two years left on his term when he resigned, Parson is prohibited from running again because of term limits.&nbsp;Immediately after his 2020 victory, Uniting Missouri spent much of its money on campaign advisers and advertising —&nbsp; $69,000 on consultants in 2022, along with $150,000 on ads.But spending patterns changed the last two years and have&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/pac-backing-term-limited-missouri-governor-keeps-raising-spending-campaign-cash/">focused mostly on Parson’s travel</a>.Uniting Missouri paid $56,000 in February 2023 to the Kansas City Chiefs for a “fundraising event,” covering costs associated with the governor’s trip to Arizona for the Super Bowl. It also paid more than $110,000 during the first three months of 2023 to an aviation company connected to Tilley.The PAC spent $64,000 earlier this year on credit card payments. The charges appear to be for another “fundraising event” at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, and included a $56,000 payment to the Kansas City Chiefs; $8,400 to Ticketmaster; and $650 to the NFL Experience.

Pro-Parson PAC seeks to boost Missouri governor’s favored candidates in GOP primaries

Its another hot week as temperatures are rising throughout the Midland Empire.

Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, Brett Williams, says an excessive heat warning is in effect for the St. Joseph area through Wednesday night.&nbsp;

Williams explains heat indices for Wednesday could reach as high as 118 degrees. By Thursday, the heat index will be around 105.

Area residents are reminded to take precautions in extreme heat.

Executive Director of the American Red Cross for Greater Kansas City/Northwest Missouri, JoAnn Woody, says a simple way to cool down is to stay hydrated.&nbsp; "Drink plenty of fluids. Those fluids are things with lower sugar and caffeine."&nbsp;

Woody recommends water and sports drinks, like Gatorade or Powerade, as the best options to stay hydrated.

Other safety tips Woody recommends are taking frequent breaks and paying attention to how you feel. Some signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke are increased thirst, weakness and extreme tiredness, fainting, and muscle cramps. Woody says to pay attention how other people around you are feeling and watch for signs of heat-related illnesses.

Elderly people and young children are particularly susceptible to heat illnesses.

Cooling centers are available throughout the area. Woody says, "The Department of Health and Senior Services has put together an interactive map of cooling centers. That's a great resource to check."

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 </figure>By RYAN SKAITHSt. Joseph PostIts another hot week as temperatures are rising throughout the Midland Empire.Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, Brett Williams, says an excessive heat warning is in effect for the St. Joseph area through Wednesday night.&nbsp;Williams explains heat indices for Wednesday could reach as high as 118 degrees. By Thursday, the heat index will be around 105.Area residents are reminded to take precautions in extreme heat.Executive Director of the American Red Cross for Greater Kansas City/Northwest Missouri, JoAnn Woody, says a simple way to cool down is to stay hydrated.&nbsp; "Drink plenty of fluids. Those fluids are things with lower sugar and caffeine."&nbsp;Woody recommends water and sports drinks, like Gatorade or Powerade, as the best options to stay hydrated.Other safety tips Woody recommends are taking frequent breaks and paying attention to how you feel. Some signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke are increased thirst, weakness and extreme tiredness, fainting, and muscle cramps. Woody says to pay attention how other people around you are feeling and watch for signs of heat-related illnesses.Elderly people and young children are particularly susceptible to heat illnesses.Cooling centers are available throughout the area. Woody says, "The Department of Health and Senior Services has put together an interactive map of cooling centers. That's a great resource to check."

It's Another Hot Week in the Midland Empire

ATCHISON COUNTY —Three people were injured in an accident just before 11a.m. Tuesday in Atchison.

A 2009 Toyota Sienna driven by Shawnna Dreher, 41, Atchison, was northbound in the 100 Block of South 10th Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

The car rear-ended a 2014 Ford Escape driven by Debra Gerber, 67, Atchison. The impact pushed the Ford into the rear of a 2009 GMC Sierra&nbsp; driven by Charles Sprouse III, 39, Atchison. 

EMS transported Dreher, Gerber and her 43 year old passenger to Amberwell Hospital for treatment of injuries. The driver of the truck was not injured. Dreher was cited for following too closely.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722373462549.png" alt="Photo Atchison Police" />
 <figcaption>Photo Atchison Police</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY —Three people were injured in an accident just before 11a.m. Tuesday in Atchison.A 2009 Toyota Sienna driven by Shawnna Dreher, 41, Atchison, was northbound in the 100 Block of South 10th Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.The car rear-ended a 2014 Ford Escape driven by Debra Gerber, 67, Atchison. The impact pushed the Ford into the rear of a 2009 GMC Sierra&nbsp; driven by Charles Sprouse III, 39, Atchison. EMS transported Dreher, Gerber and her 43 year old passenger to Amberwell Hospital for treatment of injuries. The driver of the truck was not injured. Dreher was cited for following too closely.

3 hospitalized after 3-vehicle rear-end crash

Eastern Kansas Congressman Jake LaTurner says
several factors weighed in his decision not to run for re-election.

Though LaTurner, a Republican, says one factor
weighed more in the decision than others.

“I have four young kids at home. They are 13, 12,
nine, and seven. This is a job that I asked for, a job that I have loved in
many respects, but it takes me away from home, a lot.” Turner tells KFEQ/St.
Joseph Post. “And so, I just think, I have been doing this for a long time in
the state legislature, as a statewide elected official, now in Congress and it’s
kind of gotten to an inflection point for me.”

“I have enjoyed most aspects of this job, but not
all of them. The inability for Washington to get things done has been an enormous
frustration for me,” LaTurner says. “I’ve been frustrated by the party that’s
in the White House and controls the Senate, of course, because I think their
policies are so wrong headed. And I’ve been disappointed in my own party and our
inability to stick together.”

LaTurner served in the Kansas state legislature
before winning election as the Kansas state Treasurer. He won to the Second
Congressional District in Congress in 2020. He won re-election two years ago.

The Second Congressional District covers all of
eastern Kansas outside the Kansas City metropolitan area.

LaTurner says House Republican in-fighting has
ruined efforts to pass legislation in Congress.

“Our inability to stick together and row in the
same direction to pass good conservative policies for the American people has
been incredibly frustrating,” according to LaTurner.

LaTurner isn’t sure about his next steps.

“I don’t know. I still have some time to figure
that out,” LaTurner says. “I know for sure it involves me being home with
family a lot more than I am right now.” 

LaTurner does say he hopes to have the
opportunity to serve later down the road.

LaTurner will not endorse anyone as his
successor.

Five Republicans and two Democrats have entered the race. Kansas holds its primary August 6th.

You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722355269911.jpeg" alt="Congressman Jake LaTurner and family campaigning/file photo" />
 <figcaption>Congressman Jake LaTurner and family campaigning/file photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostEastern Kansas Congressman Jake LaTurner says
several factors weighed in his decision not to run for re-election.Though LaTurner, a Republican, says one factor
weighed more in the decision than others.“I have four young kids at home. They are 13, 12,
nine, and seven. This is a job that I asked for, a job that I have loved in
many respects, but it takes me away from home, a lot.” Turner tells KFEQ/St.
Joseph Post. “And so, I just think, I have been doing this for a long time in
the state legislature, as a statewide elected official, now in Congress and it’s
kind of gotten to an inflection point for me.”That wasn’t the only reason, though.“I have enjoyed most aspects of this job, but not
all of them. The inability for Washington to get things done has been an enormous
frustration for me,” LaTurner says. “I’ve been frustrated by the party that’s
in the White House and controls the Senate, of course, because I think their
policies are so wrong headed. And I’ve been disappointed in my own party and our
inability to stick together.”LaTurner served in the Kansas state legislature
before winning election as the Kansas state Treasurer. He won to the Second
Congressional District in Congress in 2020. He won re-election two years ago.The Second Congressional District covers all of
eastern Kansas outside the Kansas City metropolitan area.LaTurner says House Republican in-fighting has
ruined efforts to pass legislation in Congress.“Our inability to stick together and row in the
same direction to pass good conservative policies for the American people has
been incredibly frustrating,” according to LaTurner.LaTurner isn’t sure about his next steps.“I don’t know. I still have some time to figure
that out,” LaTurner says. “I know for sure it involves me being home with
family a lot more than I am right now.” LaTurner does say he hopes to have the
opportunity to serve later down the road.LaTurner will not endorse anyone as his
successor.Five Republicans and two Democrats have entered the race. Kansas holds its primary August 6th.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Family & frustration - a Kansas Congressman decides against re-election run

A steel manufacturer will expand in St. Joseph.

The Missouri Department of Economic Development reports Interlock
Steel Structures will expand its 43,000-square-foot factory with a $773,000
investment. The expansion will create four jobs.

Interlock Steel says the increased capacity will make the
factory more productive and allow the company to produce its own steel sheeting
line while manufacturing fencing, railing, and gates products.

“Interlock Steel Structures’ expansion is great news for the
St. Joseph area and our state,” Gov. Mike Parson said in a written statement
released by his office. “Missouri continues to receive national attention for
our low cost of doing business and exceptional job growth. Companies like
Interlock Steel Structures are making this possible through significant
investments that are improving lives and strengthening communities.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722354254879.jpeg" alt="Perka Building Frames, parent company of Interlock Steel Structures/Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Perka Building Frames, parent company of Interlock Steel Structures/Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostA steel manufacturer will expand in St. Joseph.The Missouri Department of Economic Development reports Interlock
Steel Structures will expand its 43,000-square-foot factory with a $773,000
investment. The expansion will create four jobs.Interlock Steel says the increased capacity will make the
factory more productive and allow the company to produce its own steel sheeting
line while manufacturing fencing, railing, and gates products.“Interlock Steel Structures’ expansion is great news for the
St. Joseph area and our state,” Gov. Mike Parson said in a written statement
released by his office. “Missouri continues to receive national attention for
our low cost of doing business and exceptional job growth. Companies like
Interlock Steel Structures are making this possible through significant
investments that are improving lives and strengthening communities.”You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Steel manufacturer expanding in St. Joseph

A 21-year-old St. Joseph man has drowned in the Missouri
River.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Johnathan Harness
never resurfaced while swimming in the Missouri River Sunday afternoon.

Multiple agencies responded and a search of the French Bottom
Access area in St. Joseph early Sunday evening began. Searchers discovered Harness’ body Monday afternoon after four o'clock near where he had been swimming.

The patrol reports the St. Joseph Police Department, the St.
Joseph Fire Department, and the Elwood Fire and Rescue team responded.

By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostA 21-year-old St. Joseph man has drowned in the Missouri
River.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Johnathan Harness
never resurfaced while swimming in the Missouri River Sunday afternoon.Multiple agencies responded and a search of the French Bottom
Access area in St. Joseph early Sunday evening began. Searchers discovered Harness’ body Monday afternoon after four o'clock near where he had been swimming.The patrol reports the St. Joseph Police Department, the St.
Joseph Fire Department, and the Elwood Fire and Rescue team responded.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Young St. Joseph man drowns in Missouri River

CLINTON COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 2p.m. Monday in Clinton County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 1999 Lincoln Continental driven by Dannie R. Cornwell, 85, Kansas City, Mo., was southbound on Interstate 35 just north of U.S. 69 Cameron exit.

The driver began to brake. The car slid off the east side of the road, struck a guardrail and traveled partially down an embankment.

Cameron Ambulance transported Corwell to Liberty Hospital. He was properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

CLINTON COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 2p.m. Monday in Clinton County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 1999 Lincoln Continental driven by Dannie R. Cornwell, 85, Kansas City, Mo., was southbound on Interstate 35 just north of U.S. 69 Cameron exit.The driver began to brake. The car slid off the east side of the road, struck a guardrail and traveled partially down an embankment.Cameron Ambulance transported Corwell to Liberty Hospital. He was properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

Mo. man injured after car strikes guardrail, travels down embankment

BROWN COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities in Brown County are investigating a suspect on drug allegations.

Just after 10p.m. July 26,&nbsp;a Brown County Sheriffs Office DrugTask Force initiated a search warrant at 310 S. 6th in Hiawatha, according to Sheriff John Merchant.

Deputies arrested 24-year-old Connor Barnes of Hiawatha on requested charges of Felony Distribution of Marijuana, No DrugTax Stamp, Possession of Marijuana and Posession of Drug Paraphernalia.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722282023356.png" alt="Barnes photo Brown Co." />
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 </figure>BROWN COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities in Brown County are investigating a suspect on drug allegations.Just after 10p.m. July 26,&nbsp;a Brown County Sheriffs Office DrugTask Force initiated a search warrant at 310 S. 6th in Hiawatha, according to Sheriff John Merchant.Deputies arrested 24-year-old Connor Barnes of Hiawatha on requested charges of Felony Distribution of Marijuana, No DrugTax Stamp, Possession of Marijuana and Posession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Kansas man accused of selling marijuana 

The Kansas City Chiefs had a lighter practice today during Training Camp. 

The Chiefs held a 10-10-10 practice, cycling through 10 offensive plays, 10 defensive plays and 10 minutes of special teams 

Defensive Coordinator Steve Spagnuolo says the value of these types of practice is more mental than anything 

"I think we went three straight days with pads, and I think Coach Reid would tell you the same thing, it's a good way to get a lot of work done but take a little bit of the physicality off and it was about time with our guys," Spagnuolo tells reporter's post-practice. "And now they'll have the day off and it works pretty good." 

"It's a little agonizing for me sometimes because you can't do anything physical" Spagnuolo jokes about the 10-10-10 practice. 

The Chiefs got a big boost to their offensive line over the weekend as guard Joe Thuney was cleared to return to action and was back at practice on Monday. 

Thuney had spent all of Training Camp to start on the physically unable to perform, or PUP, list after suffering a pectoral injury in last year's playoffs. 

Center Creed Humphrey says it's great to get a veteran like Thuney back 

"Getting to have him back doing some group install stuff, some indy (individual) stuff, it's been good and obviously he's a big-time leader for us, he has a ton of experience, and he's a heck of a player," Humphrey says. "So, whenever you get a guy like that back its great." 

Thuney worked with the starters during the teams install period, but seems to be working back slowly, giving snaps during drills to rookie Hunter Nourzad

Roles are shifting all over the Chiefs defense as defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo looks to replace some key players from last year's squad.  

Cornerback Trent McDuffie, an All-Pro last season, has seemingly been tabbed as the number one corner to replace L'Jarius Sneed who was traded.  

McDuffie says even in an all-pro season he was still learning in his role as a nickel corner, and now replacing Sneed he says is a whole different ball game. 

"Inside you've got help here and there, you can do things a little differently, but on the outside on the island, you have to be a technician," McDuffie explains. "And coming into this camp knowing that I might have to do some more of that, it's been each and every day working little by little on technique, technique, and just trying to perfect myself out there." 

Spagnuolo says while they have their number one corner in McDuffie, there is still much evaluation going on for who else will fill out the secondary.  

The Chiefs are off from practice tomorrow. They're back at 9:15 on Wednesday

You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722280110461.jpeg" alt="Patrick Mahomes throws a pass after taking the snap from center Creed Humphrey (52) as head coach Andy Reid looks on/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Patrick Mahomes throws a pass after taking the snap from center Creed Humphrey (52) as head coach Andy Reid looks on/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post The Kansas City Chiefs had a lighter practice today during Training Camp. The Chiefs held a 10-10-10 practice, cycling through 10 offensive plays, 10 defensive plays and 10 minutes of special teams Defensive Coordinator Steve Spagnuolo says the value of these types of practice is more mental than anything "I think we went three straight days with pads, and I think Coach Reid would tell you the same thing, it's a good way to get a lot of work done but take a little bit of the physicality off and it was about time with our guys," Spagnuolo tells reporter's post-practice. "And now they'll have the day off and it works pretty good." "It's a little agonizing for me sometimes because you can't do anything physical" Spagnuolo jokes about the 10-10-10 practice. The Chiefs got a big boost to their offensive line over the weekend as guard Joe Thuney was cleared to return to action and was back at practice on Monday. Thuney had spent all of Training Camp to start on the physically unable to perform, or PUP, list after suffering a pectoral injury in last year's playoffs. Center Creed Humphrey says it's great to get a veteran like Thuney back "Getting to have him back doing some group install stuff, some indy (individual) stuff, it's been good and obviously he's a big-time leader for us, he has a ton of experience, and he's a heck of a player," Humphrey says. "So, whenever you get a guy like that back its great." Thuney worked with the starters during the teams install period, but seems to be working back slowly, giving snaps during drills to rookie Hunter Nourzad<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722280296661.png" alt="Joe Thuney (62) walks down the hill with tackle Jawaan Taylor (74) before practice, Thuney returned to practice Monday after being on the PUP list to start Training Camp/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Joe Thuney (62) walks down the hill with tackle Jawaan Taylor (74) before practice, Thuney returned to practice Monday after being on the PUP list to start Training Camp/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>Roles are shifting all over the Chiefs defense as defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo looks to replace some key players from last year's squad. Cornerback Trent McDuffie, an All-Pro last season, has seemingly been tabbed as the number one corner to replace L'Jarius Sneed who was traded. McDuffie says even in an all-pro season he was still learning in his role as a nickel corner, and now replacing Sneed he says is a whole different ball game. "Inside you've got help here and there, you can do things a little differently, but on the outside on the island, you have to be a technician," McDuffie explains. "And coming into this camp knowing that I might have to do some more of that, it's been each and every day working little by little on technique, technique, and just trying to perfect myself out there." Spagnuolo says while they have their number one corner in McDuffie, there is still much evaluation going on for who else will fill out the secondary. The Chiefs are off from practice tomorrow. They're back at 9:15 on WednesdayYou can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722280173356.png" alt="Trent Mcduffie/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Trent Mcduffie/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>

Chiefs have a lighter training camp practice ahead of Tuesday off day

Retired Missouri Chamber of Commerce President Dan Mehan says
Missouri must leverage its advantages in advancing technologies to grow the
state economy.

Mehan says there is a question that keeps him up at night.

“What are we going to do to make sure that Missouri gets the
support it needs to figure out what to do about the critical mineral shortages
that occur throughout the nation?” Mehan asks in an interview with KFEQ/St.
Joseph Post. “When we’re sitting on deposits of lead and other rare-earth
minerals that can be used to help make batteries or silicon chips.”

Those elements are vital in the manufacturing of cell phones,
electric cars, even cruise missiles. Mehan says Missouri is in a critical
position to help the nation solve the problems of emerging technology, even
that used for national defense.

Mehn says too few people realize the potential Missouri holds.

Also, the state is a leader in the manufacturing of active
pharmacy ingredients.

“And these are some of those things that are unfortunately
well-kept secrets,” Mehan says. “But these are natural strengths we have that
we should exploit and make sure we take our position in the lead in figuring
out those solutions.”

Mehan says many companies in Missouri are making major
breakthroughs.

“I would love to see this state become a leader in AI and how
to harness that technology and use it for good; use it for the betterment of
advanced manufacturing, the creation of better jobs around the state that can
be done whether it’s in Kansas City, St. Joe, or Sikeston, Missouri.”

Mehan says Missouri officials need to be aggressive in
marketing Missouri’s strengths both nationally and internationally.

Mehan says Missouri businesses still face a shortage of
qualified workers. He suggests the state needs to better inform high school
students plenty of careers offer high-paying jobs without a college degree
while continuing to support its colleges and universities.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722269127292.jpeg" alt="Retired Missouri Chamber of Commerce President Dan Mehan/Photo courtesy of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce" />
 <figcaption>Retired Missouri Chamber of Commerce President Dan Mehan/Photo courtesy of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostRetired Missouri Chamber of Commerce President Dan Mehan says
Missouri must leverage its advantages in advancing technologies to grow the
state economy.Mehan says there is a question that keeps him up at night.“What are we going to do to make sure that Missouri gets the
support it needs to figure out what to do about the critical mineral shortages
that occur throughout the nation?” Mehan asks in an interview with KFEQ/St.
Joseph Post. “When we’re sitting on deposits of lead and other rare-earth
minerals that can be used to help make batteries or silicon chips.”Those elements are vital in the manufacturing of cell phones,
electric cars, even cruise missiles. Mehan says Missouri is in a critical
position to help the nation solve the problems of emerging technology, even
that used for national defense.Mehn says too few people realize the potential Missouri holds.Also, the state is a leader in the manufacturing of active
pharmacy ingredients.“And these are some of those things that are unfortunately
well-kept secrets,” Mehan says. “But these are natural strengths we have that
we should exploit and make sure we take our position in the lead in figuring
out those solutions.”Mehan says many companies in Missouri are making major
breakthroughs.“I would love to see this state become a leader in AI and how
to harness that technology and use it for good; use it for the betterment of
advanced manufacturing, the creation of better jobs around the state that can
be done whether it’s in Kansas City, St. Joe, or Sikeston, Missouri.”Mehan says Missouri officials need to be aggressive in
marketing Missouri’s strengths both nationally and internationally.Mehan says Missouri businesses still face a shortage of
qualified workers. He suggests the state needs to better inform high school
students plenty of careers offer high-paying jobs without a college degree
while continuing to support its colleges and universities.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Retired Missouri Chamber presidents says Missouri must capitalize on natural resources

More than just attempting an unprecedented Super Bowl
three-peat is on the minds of Kansas City Chiefs executives.

They also are weighing the best options for where the team
plays.

“GEHA Field at Arrowhead is a special place,” Chiefs owner
Clark Hunt told reporters earlier during his visit to Chiefs Training Camp in
St. Joseph. “It’s special for our fans and it’s special for the players and coaches,
but we do have to look to the future.”

Hunt said he is keeping an open mind as the team considers
renovations to Arrowhead or moving to a new stadium.

Jackson County voters overwhelmingly rejected a package
proposal that would have extended a three-eights cent sales tax to fund
renovations to Arrowhead, plus build a new downtown stadium for the Kansas City
Royals. Nearly 60% of the voters casting ballots April 2nd voted
against the proposal.

It appears the two teams, which have often joined forces, now will
take separate paths forward even as a new path has opened.

The Kansas legislature, meeting in special session in Topeka,
approved an incentive package aimed at luring either or both teams across the
state line in metropolitan Kansas City. Executives of both teams are reviewing
those incentives.

As for Hunt, he said the team is seriously considering all
options on the table and though he has expressed his love for Arrowhead, those
options include building new; perhaps even a domed stadium.

Hunt said he appreciates the Kansas legislature’s initiative.

“Well, part of our evaluation over the next several months and
coming years will be looking at whether we’re better off in a renovated building
or in a new stadium,” Hunt says. “And that new stadium could be on the Missouri
side as well. It doesn’t have to be on the Kansas side.”

Chiefs President Mark Donovan also addressed the issue during
a news conference to open Chiefs Training Camp on the Missouri Western State
University campus. Donovan struck the same theme, stating the NFL franchise is
reviewing its options.

“We are in discussions with the folks in Kansas. We continue
our discussions with the folks in Missouri, talking to various leaders. There
seems to be other options that are coming up now on the Missouri side. So, we
appreciate that,” Donovan said. “And it’s consistent with our strategy, which was
if this doesn’t work (the April ballot measure), which was our plan, then we
have to look at options and now we’ll have a couple of options to look at.”

Donovan added the window is closing for a decision. The Chiefs
president said something fairly solid has to be in place within six months,
noting it will take longer if the team chooses to build new, rather than
renovate Arrowhead. Donovan said the two projects, renovation versus new
construction, are two very different projects. Donovan called this a decision
that will impact the club for generations to come.

The Chiefs look to be playing either in a renovated Arrowhead
or a new stadium by the 2031 season.

By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostMore than just attempting an unprecedented Super Bowl
three-peat is on the minds of Kansas City Chiefs executives.They also are weighing the best options for where the team
plays.“GEHA Field at Arrowhead is a special place,” Chiefs owner
Clark Hunt told reporters earlier during his visit to Chiefs Training Camp in
St. Joseph. “It’s special for our fans and it’s special for the players and coaches,
but we do have to look to the future.”Hunt said he is keeping an open mind as the team considers
renovations to Arrowhead or moving to a new stadium.Jackson County voters overwhelmingly rejected a package
proposal that would have extended a three-eights cent sales tax to fund
renovations to Arrowhead, plus build a new downtown stadium for the Kansas City
Royals. Nearly 60% of the voters casting ballots April 2nd voted
against the proposal.It appears the two teams, which have often joined forces, now will
take separate paths forward even as a new path has opened.The Kansas legislature, meeting in special session in Topeka,
approved an incentive package aimed at luring either or both teams across the
state line in metropolitan Kansas City. Executives of both teams are reviewing
those incentives.As for Hunt, he said the team is seriously considering all
options on the table and though he has expressed his love for Arrowhead, those
options include building new; perhaps even a domed stadium.Hunt said he appreciates the Kansas legislature’s initiative.“Well, part of our evaluation over the next several months and
coming years will be looking at whether we’re better off in a renovated building
or in a new stadium,” Hunt says. “And that new stadium could be on the Missouri
side as well. It doesn’t have to be on the Kansas side.”Chiefs President Mark Donovan also addressed the issue during
a news conference to open Chiefs Training Camp on the Missouri Western State
University campus. Donovan struck the same theme, stating the NFL franchise is
reviewing its options.“We are in discussions with the folks in Kansas. We continue
our discussions with the folks in Missouri, talking to various leaders. There
seems to be other options that are coming up now on the Missouri side. So, we
appreciate that,” Donovan said. “And it’s consistent with our strategy, which was
if this doesn’t work (the April ballot measure), which was our plan, then we
have to look at options and now we’ll have a couple of options to look at.”Donovan added the window is closing for a decision. The Chiefs
president said something fairly solid has to be in place within six months,
noting it will take longer if the team chooses to build new, rather than
renovate Arrowhead. Donovan said the two projects, renovation versus new
construction, are two very different projects. Donovan called this a decision
that will impact the club for generations to come.The Chiefs look to be playing either in a renovated Arrowhead
or a new stadium by the 2031 season.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

As team prepares for season, Chiefs executives look to future

BUCHANAN COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after 6a.m. Monday in Buchanan County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 driven by Emma E. Grogan, 19, Agency, was northbound on Interstate 29 just south of the I-229 downtown exit.

The pickup suffered a mechanical failure. The vehicle slid off the west side of the road and struck a cable barrier. Buchanan&nbsp; County EMS transported Grogan to Mosaic Life Care. She was properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

BUCHANAN COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after 6a.m. Monday in Buchanan County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 driven by Emma E. Grogan, 19, Agency, was northbound on Interstate 29 just south of the I-229 downtown exit.The pickup suffered a mechanical failure. The vehicle slid off the west side of the road and struck a cable barrier. Buchanan&nbsp; County EMS transported Grogan to Mosaic Life Care. She was properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

Missouri teen injured after pickup strikes cable barrier

ATCHISON COUNTY–Law enforcement authorities are investigating a knife attack and have made an arrest.

Shortly before 9p.m. Friday night police officers responded to the 800 block Atchison Street in the cit of Atchison to investigate a stabbing that had just occurred, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson. A 50-year-old man was found at the scene suffering from a stab wound to the chest. 

Officers immediately located Morrio T. Moore, 40, Atchison, in an alley in the 800 block Santa Fe. The investigation at the scene determined that Moore had stabbed the victim during a disturbance at a residence in the 800 block Atchison Street where both the victim and the suspect resided together. 

Morrio Moore is being held on a requested charge of aggravated battery.

EMS transported the victim to Amberwell Hospital and later transported him to Mosaic Hospital in St. Joseph Missouri.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722253513996.png" alt="Moore-photo Atchison CO." />
 <figcaption>Moore-photo Atchison CO.</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY–Law enforcement authorities are investigating a knife attack and have made an arrest.Shortly before 9p.m. Friday night police officers responded to the 800 block Atchison Street in the cit of Atchison to investigate a stabbing that had just occurred, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson. A 50-year-old man was found at the scene suffering from a stab wound to the chest. Officers immediately located Morrio T. Moore, 40, Atchison, in an alley in the 800 block Santa Fe. The investigation at the scene determined that Moore had stabbed the victim during a disturbance at a residence in the 800 block Atchison Street where both the victim and the suspect resided together. Morrio Moore is being held on a requested charge of aggravated battery.EMS transported the victim to Amberwell Hospital and later transported him to Mosaic Hospital in St. Joseph Missouri.

Kansas man accused of stabbing his roommate

Friends, family, and long, hot practices for the Kansas City
Chiefs who just wrapped up a full weekend of practices in pads.

The Chiefs practices for more than two hours on Sunday.

Offensive lineman Trey Smith acknowledges things get a little
chippy between the offense and the defense during drills.

“I mean, coach sets the tempo, but it’s football man,” Smith
tells reporters after Sunday’s practice on the Missouri Western State
University campus. “Anger, sparks are going to fly, bodies might get hit a
little harder than expected. It is what it is, though. At the end of the day,
we’re grown men out here competing for jobs. Man, there’s going to be tension
and there’s going to be a lot of hot heads and stuff going on, but even cool
tempers, we know what our goal is at the end of the year, though. We’re going
to get after it.”

Linebacker Drue Tranquill returns to the team after signing an
extension.

“We’ve got a great group of guys and we’re excited to play
ball,” Tranquill tells reporters post-practice. “One of the things I noticed
when I came to Kansas City is you just had a group of guys who love to play
football. The days get long out here at St. Joe. They can get hot. Thankfully,
we had a nice breeze today. Everybody felt it. It felt good. But the spirit was
high. We’ve just got a lot in the balance. We’ve got a lot to compete for. We
know, Coach Reid says it every day, you’ve just got to show up and push
through.”

Smith says it is a privilege to line up with long-time friend
of Creed Humphrey.

“Creed and I have known each other since sophomore year of
high school. So, we’ve always been friends. And to be able to play with a guy,
to have that continuity, that chemistry together as well, it makes our jobs a
lot easier; a lot of things we don’t have to verbalize.” Smith says. “It’s been
a huge help, man. It’s easy when you play next to a talent player like that.”

And Tranquill praises the sacrifices made by the wives
and families as the players sequester on the Missouri Western campus for
training camp.

“Our families go through a lot for us to play this
game. They don’t get nearly the credit we do,” Tranquill says. “They don’t get
to talk to the media, the media doesn’t really talk about them, and so the
stuff that they do behind the scenes to make this possible is nothing short of
amazing. They know how much we love and appreciate them. We love our wives, we
love our kids, we love our family.”

The Chiefs return to the practice fields on the Missouri Western
campus tomorrow morning, before taking Tuesday off.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722200481498.jpeg" alt="Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Center Creed Humphrey talk with coaches during Training Camp warmups./Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Center Creed Humphrey talk with coaches during Training Camp warmups./Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostFriends, family, and long, hot practices for the Kansas City
Chiefs who just wrapped up a full weekend of practices in pads.The Chiefs practices for more than two hours on Sunday.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722200567585.jpeg" alt="Trey Smith/Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Trey Smith/Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>Offensive lineman Trey Smith acknowledges things get a little
chippy between the offense and the defense during drills.“I mean, coach sets the tempo, but it’s football man,” Smith
tells reporters after Sunday’s practice on the Missouri Western State
University campus. “Anger, sparks are going to fly, bodies might get hit a
little harder than expected. It is what it is, though. At the end of the day,
we’re grown men out here competing for jobs. Man, there’s going to be tension
and there’s going to be a lot of hot heads and stuff going on, but even cool
tempers, we know what our goal is at the end of the year, though. We’re going
to get after it.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722200618724.jpeg" alt="Drue Tranquill/Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Drue Tranquill/Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>Linebacker Drue Tranquill returns to the team after signing an
extension.“We’ve got a great group of guys and we’re excited to play
ball,” Tranquill tells reporters post-practice. “One of the things I noticed
when I came to Kansas City is you just had a group of guys who love to play
football. The days get long out here at St. Joe. They can get hot. Thankfully,
we had a nice breeze today. Everybody felt it. It felt good. But the spirit was
high. We’ve just got a lot in the balance. We’ve got a lot to compete for. We
know, Coach Reid says it every day, you’ve just got to show up and push
through.”Smith says it is a privilege to line up with long-time friend
of Creed Humphrey.“Creed and I have known each other since sophomore year of
high school. So, we’ve always been friends. And to be able to play with a guy,
to have that continuity, that chemistry together as well, it makes our jobs a
lot easier; a lot of things we don’t have to verbalize.” Smith says. “It’s been
a huge help, man. It’s easy when you play next to a talent player like that.”And Tranquill praises the sacrifices made by the wives
and families as the players sequester on the Missouri Western campus for
training camp.“Our families go through a lot for us to play this
game. They don’t get nearly the credit we do,” Tranquill says. “They don’t get
to talk to the media, the media doesn’t really talk about them, and so the
stuff that they do behind the scenes to make this possible is nothing short of
amazing. They know how much we love and appreciate them. We love our wives, we
love our kids, we love our family.”The Chiefs return to the practice fields on the Missouri Western
campus tomorrow morning, before taking Tuesday off.

Chiefs wrap up a full weekend of Training Camp in St. Joseph

LIVINGSTON COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 12:30p.m. Saturday in Livingston County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2003 Ford Taurus driven by Rebecca M. Cox, 22, Chillicothe, was northbound on LIV 239 two miles north of Chillicothe.

The car traveled off the east side of the road, rolled and came to rest on its top. EMS transported Cox to Hedrick Medical Center. She was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

LIVINGSTON COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 12:30p.m. Saturday in Livingston County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2003 Ford Taurus driven by Rebecca M. Cox, 22, Chillicothe, was northbound on LIV 239 two miles north of Chillicothe.The car traveled off the east side of the road, rolled and came to rest on its top. EMS transported Cox to Hedrick Medical Center. She was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

Missouri woman injured after rollover accident

After an exciting offseason that saw Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce trotting around the globe, he's now back with the Chiefs seeking to make history.  

Kelce says that it hasn't been much of a transition to get back to work at training camp, and calls St. Joseph his "sanctuary" 

"St. Joe, year 12, that means I've spent just about an entire year of my life up here in the dorms," Kelce tells reporter's post-practice. "Everybody may see that as pretty grueling, but I enjoy it man, there's something about this place that gets you ready every single year and I'm not going to lie I got pretty excited as the time started counting down to get out here and get this thing rolling." 

Kelce says the biggest challenge this offseason was getting his body ready after the toll taken on it last season.

There is a lot of excitement this Chiefs Training Camp about new faces that promise to make an already dynamic team even more competitive.  

Kelce says he's excited about a lot of those new pieces. 

"We got new chess pieces, guys that have different traits and we're just trying to blend that all together to make the best team possible, both on offense and defense and obviously special teams," Kelce says.  "It's just the ultimate grind session of working together." 

"We have to be more together right now then even, well I don't want to say during the season, but right now this is where you really build that togetherness, that chemistry, that ability to lean on each other and fight for each other." 

While there are a lot of new faces on this year's Chiefs team stepping into new roles, it's the same story for one not so new face on the defense. 

The Chiefs lost linebacker Willie Gay to free agency this offseason, and now it's expected that third year linebacker Leo Chenal will have his role expanded to fill that gap.  

Chenal says right now he's just doing whatever coaches ask him to do.  

"I have certain strengths to my game, whether it's getting on the line or addressing blockers, so it's really just doing whatever Spags asks me to do," Chenal explains.  "Lining up in the A gap, on the edge, off the ball, I'm getting more and more comfortable with the things I didn't do in college and hopefully it will get me more time on the field, and I can help the team out as best I can." 

Chenal says it's been good to learn all these different formations and says he's been working with guys like George Karlaftis, Chris Jones, and defensive line coach Terry Bradden on ways to line up and defensive line moves.  

The Chiefs held their second practice in full pads and practiced for nearly two hours today.  They practice again tomorrow at 9:15 at Missouri Western State University.

The Chiefs know whose kicking, but who could be returning kicks?

Kansas City Chiefs special teams coach Dave Toub knows who's going to be kicking off this season, but as for punt and kick returns that's still being determined. 

Toub says every practice he has at least 19 guys working out at punt and kick return, but realistically in his mind there are five or six that could take the job.  

"(Xavier) Worthy no question, (Kadarius) Toney is in there, Mecole, Hollywood he's exciting to think that he can do it," Toub says. "And the guy that's done a really good job is Nikko Remigio." 

Toub says he's already tabbed Harrison Butker as the guy who will be kicking off this season, under new kickoff rules, which Toub says he's both excited and nervous about. 

"We've been working on it a lot, we'll work on it again tomorrow in practice, you work on it in walkthroughs almost every time," Toub explains. "But there's a lot of unknowns with it, how are teams going to attack you, what are they going to do and what are the kickers going to do, what's going to be the philosophy, and how are they going to officiate it too."  

Toub says it's going to be an ongoing learning process and stresses the importance of this year's preseason games.

Chiefs' receiver Justin Watson was again not in pads for practice today.  Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid said on Friday that he's day to day with an ankle injury.   

Watson was spotted after practice getting some work in taking passes off the jugs machine kneeling on one knee.  There was no boot, no noticeable wrap, no noticeable limp before he headed back to the training complex. 

Cornerback Nazeeh Johnson again left practice early following cornerback and wide receiver drills.  He did walk off the field on his own power and seemed to want to return to practice before leaving for the training complex.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722105594971.jpeg" alt="Travis Kelce holds off a defender as he runs downfield/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Travis Kelce holds off a defender as he runs downfield/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostAfter an exciting offseason that saw Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce trotting around the globe, he's now back with the Chiefs seeking to make history. Kelce says that it hasn't been much of a transition to get back to work at training camp, and calls St. Joseph his "sanctuary" "St. Joe, year 12, that means I've spent just about an entire year of my life up here in the dorms," Kelce tells reporter's post-practice. "Everybody may see that as pretty grueling, but I enjoy it man, there's something about this place that gets you ready every single year and I'm not going to lie I got pretty excited as the time started counting down to get out here and get this thing rolling." Kelce says the biggest challenge this offseason was getting his body ready after the toll taken on it last season.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722105659670.jpeg" alt="Travis Kelce celebrates after scoring a touchdown during drills at Chiefs Training Camp/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Travis Kelce celebrates after scoring a touchdown during drills at Chiefs Training Camp/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>There is a lot of excitement this Chiefs Training Camp about new faces that promise to make an already dynamic team even more competitive. Kelce says he's excited about a lot of those new pieces. "We got new chess pieces, guys that have different traits and we're just trying to blend that all together to make the best team possible, both on offense and defense and obviously special teams," Kelce says. "It's just the ultimate grind session of working together." "We have to be more together right now then even, well I don't want to say during the season, but right now this is where you really build that togetherness, that chemistry, that ability to lean on each other and fight for each other." While there are a lot of new faces on this year's Chiefs team stepping into new roles, it's the same story for one not so new face on the defense. The Chiefs lost linebacker Willie Gay to free agency this offseason, and now it's expected that third year linebacker Leo Chenal will have his role expanded to fill that gap. Chenal says right now he's just doing whatever coaches ask him to do. "I have certain strengths to my game, whether it's getting on the line or addressing blockers, so it's really just doing whatever Spags asks me to do," Chenal explains. "Lining up in the A gap, on the edge, off the ball, I'm getting more and more comfortable with the things I didn't do in college and hopefully it will get me more time on the field, and I can help the team out as best I can." Chenal says it's been good to learn all these different formations and says he's been working with guys like George Karlaftis, Chris Jones, and defensive line coach Terry Bradden on ways to line up and defensive line moves. The Chiefs held their second practice in full pads and practiced for nearly two hours today. They practice again tomorrow at 9:15 at Missouri Western State University.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722105811467.png" alt="Leo Chenal (54) walks down the hill along with receiver Justin Watson (84), linebacker Cole Christiansen (48) and Drue Tranquill (23)/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Leo Chenal (54) walks down the hill along with receiver Justin Watson (84), linebacker Cole Christiansen (48) and Drue Tranquill (23)/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>The Chiefs know whose kicking, but who could be returning kicks? Kansas City Chiefs special teams coach Dave Toub knows who's going to be kicking off this season, but as for punt and kick returns that's still being determined. Toub says every practice he has at least 19 guys working out at punt and kick return, but realistically in his mind there are five or six that could take the job. "(Xavier) Worthy no question, (Kadarius) Toney is in there, Mecole, Hollywood he's exciting to think that he can do it," Toub says. "And the guy that's done a really good job is Nikko Remigio." Toub says he's already tabbed Harrison Butker as the guy who will be kicking off this season, under new kickoff rules, which Toub says he's both excited and nervous about. "We've been working on it a lot, we'll work on it again tomorrow in practice, you work on it in walkthroughs almost every time," Toub explains. "But there's a lot of unknowns with it, how are teams going to attack you, what are they going to do and what are the kickers going to do, what's going to be the philosophy, and how are they going to officiate it too." Toub says it's going to be an ongoing learning process and stresses the importance of this year's preseason games.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722105936347.jpeg" alt="Kicker Harrison Butker (7) attempts a kick as new punter Matt Araiza (49) holds/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Kicker Harrison Butker (7) attempts a kick as new punter Matt Araiza (49) holds/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>Injury Report Chiefs' receiver Justin Watson was again not in pads for practice today. Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid said on Friday that he's day to day with an ankle injury. Watson was spotted after practice getting some work in taking passes off the jugs machine kneeling on one knee. There was no boot, no noticeable wrap, no noticeable limp before he headed back to the training complex. Cornerback Nazeeh Johnson again left practice early following cornerback and wide receiver drills. He did walk off the field on his own power and seemed to want to return to practice before leaving for the training complex.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

After traveling the globe, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce glad to be back in St. Joseph

CALDWELL COUNTY—A teen driver was injured and another driver arrested after&nbsp; an accident just before 10:30p.m. Friday in Caldwell County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Ram 2500 driven by&nbsp; Torey S. Lenz, 35, Curtis, Nebraska, was westbound in the eastbound lanes of U.S. 36 one mile south of Kidder.

The pickup struck a 2005 Honda Pilot driven by a 16-year-old Breckenridge girl head-on.

Cameron ambulance transported the teen to Children's Mercy. Lenz refused treatment at the scene.&nbsp; He was arrested on requested charges of Felony driving while intoxicated causing serious injury, driving the wrong driving the wrong direction on a divided highway and for no seat belt. The teen driver was properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

CALDWELL COUNTY—A teen driver was injured and another driver arrested after&nbsp; an accident just before 10:30p.m. Friday in Caldwell County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Ram 2500 driven by&nbsp; Torey S. Lenz, 35, Curtis, Nebraska, was westbound in the eastbound lanes of U.S. 36 one mile south of Kidder.The pickup struck a 2005 Honda Pilot driven by a 16-year-old Breckenridge girl head-on.Cameron ambulance transported the teen to Children's Mercy. Lenz refused treatment at the scene.&nbsp; He was arrested on requested charges of Felony driving while intoxicated causing serious injury, driving the wrong driving the wrong direction on a divided highway and for no seat belt. The teen driver was properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

Mo. teen hospitalized, driver arrested after wrong-way crash

ATCHISON COUNTY, Mo. —One person was injured in an accident just after 3:30p.m. Friday in Atchison County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2016 Dodge Durango driven by Corie D. Hicks, 42, Fairfax, was northbound on Route N three miles south of Tarkio following a John Deere Gator driven by Roger L. Pennel, 65, Fairfax.

The SUV attempted to pass the UTV as Pennel began to turn left into a field. The SUV struck the UTV on the driver's side.

Atchison Holt EMS transported Hicks to Fairfax Community Hospital. Pennel was not injured. Hicks was properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

ATCHISON COUNTY, Mo. —One person was injured in an accident just after 3:30p.m. Friday in Atchison County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2016 Dodge Durango driven by Corie D. Hicks, 42, Fairfax, was northbound on Route N three miles south of Tarkio following a John Deere Gator driven by Roger L. Pennel, 65, Fairfax.The SUV attempted to pass the UTV as Pennel began to turn left into a field. The SUV struck the UTV on the driver's side.Atchison Holt EMS transported Hicks to Fairfax Community Hospital. Pennel was not injured. Hicks was properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

Mo. woman injured after SUV collides with UTV

Chiefs Training Camp returned to the Missouri Western State
University practice fields after taking Thursday off.

Head Coach Andy Reid says this first day of practice in pads
went well.

“Good day. Back in pads, which is a positive. The guys moved
around great,” Reid tells reporters after practice. “We’re in this wrap up
phase, so it was an hour and 40 minute practice and then we’ll kick it up a
little bit more tomorrow, eventually get to our normal practice.”

An hour and 40 minutes under hot conditions.

Still, Reid says the offense and defense traded light-hearted jabs
and did the work they needed to do.

“I thought the guys worked hard,” Reid says. “They challenged
each other back and forth, offense, defense; positive.”

The Chiefs returned to practice on the Missouri Western campus
Friday after taking Thursday off. A full weekend schedule awaits.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722022714230.jpeg" alt="Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes speaks to reporters after Friday's Training Camp practice./Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes speaks to reporters after Friday's Training Camp practice./Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostChiefs Training Camp returned to the Missouri Western State
University practice fields after taking Thursday off.Head Coach Andy Reid says this first day of practice in pads
went well.“Good day. Back in pads, which is a positive. The guys moved
around great,” Reid tells reporters after practice. “We’re in this wrap up
phase, so it was an hour and 40 minute practice and then we’ll kick it up a
little bit more tomorrow, eventually get to our normal practice.”An hour and 40 minutes under hot conditions.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722022793136.jpeg" alt="Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid answers questions following Friday's practice./Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid answers questions following Friday's practice./Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>Still, Reid says the offense and defense traded light-hearted jabs
and did the work they needed to do.“I thought the guys worked hard,” Reid says. “They challenged
each other back and forth, offense, defense; positive.”The Chiefs returned to practice on the Missouri Western campus
Friday after taking Thursday off. A full weekend schedule awaits.Kansas City added speed to its receiver corps by signing
Hollywood Brown, drafting Xavier Worthy, and retaining Mecole Hardman, hoping
to revive a potent offense.Quarterback Patrick Mahomes says these receivers can allow him
to go deep.“It’s getting better and better. Obviously, we missed on some
today. We’ve hit on some earlier in camp, but that’s what we’re doing it for.
We’re out here to practice, try to shoot the ball down the field by going
against the best defense in the National Football League,” Mahomes tells
reporters post-practice. “We’ll continue to get better and better with building
chemistry as the camp goes on.”Mahomes says he hopes to be able to throw deep passes, which will
open up the middle for tight end Travis Kelce and others. Mahomes is quick to
point out the running back corps is strong as well.Mahomes also says he has seen a rising star on defense in
cornerback Trent McDuffie, who he says has given him fits.“That’s what we want. We want to play against the best and
that’s what we’re doing on a day-to-day basis,” Mahomes says. “I mean, Trent
man’s good. That man’s really good. I try him. I always tell him I’m going to
try him once or twice a day. You all have seen he’s gotten me a couple of times
and I’ve gotten over him, but that’s what makes great players great players.”The team returns to practice tomorrow morning at 9:15.The Red Rally will be held at Civic Center Park, beginning at
one o’clock Saturday afternoon.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

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