HARRISON COUNTY—Two people were injured in an accident just after 2:30p.m. Tuesday in Harrison County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Mazda Tribute driven by Michael B. Behrens, 50, Mount Moriah, was westbound on Route N two miles east of Blythedale.&nbsp; The SUV crossed the center of the road and the driver overcorrected. The vehicle then traveled off the north side of the road and struck an embankment.

A private vehicle transported two passengers Elizabeth J. Behrens, 22, and a 17-year-old girl both of Mount Moriah to Harrison County Community Hospital. The driver was not injured. All three were properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

HARRISON COUNTY—Two people were injured in an accident just after 2:30p.m. Tuesday in Harrison County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Mazda Tribute driven by Michael B. Behrens, 50, Mount Moriah, was westbound on Route N two miles east of Blythedale.&nbsp; The SUV crossed the center of the road and the driver overcorrected. The vehicle then traveled off the north side of the road and struck an embankment.A private vehicle transported two passengers Elizabeth J. Behrens, 22, and a 17-year-old girl both of Mount Moriah to Harrison County Community Hospital. The driver was not injured. All three were properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

Mo. woman, teen hospitalized after SUV crash

BROWN COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on drug allegations.

On August 17, the Brown County Sheriff's Office conducted a search warrant at 315 W. 12th in Horton, according to Sheriff John Merchant.&nbsp;

Deputies arrested 41-year-old Cameron Mayer 41 was arrested on requested charges of Possession of Meth and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.&nbsp; They also arrested 41-year-old Raechel Juber of&nbsp; Horton&nbsp; on requested charges of Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

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 </figure>BROWN COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on drug allegations.On August 17, the Brown County Sheriff's Office conducted a search warrant at 315 W. 12th in Horton, according to Sheriff John Merchant.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724188717797.png" alt="Juber photo Brown Co." />
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 </figure>Deputies arrested 41-year-old Cameron Mayer 41 was arrested on requested charges of Possession of Meth and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.&nbsp; They also arrested 41-year-old Raechel Juber of&nbsp; Horton&nbsp; on requested charges of Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Couple jailed after drug bust at Kansas home

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 group hoping to build a new casino near the Lake of the Ozarks filed a lawsuit Tuesday arguing it collected more than enough signatures to earn a spot on the November ballot.&nbsp;

The Osage River Gaming &amp; Convention Committee is asking a judge to reverse a decision by the Missouri secretary of state’s office that its initiative petition did not qualify for the statewide ballot because it was short 2,031 signatures in the 2nd Congressional District.&nbsp;

The proposal collected enough signatures in the 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 7th districts.&nbsp;

The group claims it has identified more than 2,500 valid signatures that were rejected and should have been counted in the 2nd District.&nbsp;

“Verifying every signature on multiple initiative petitions this summer has been a very long process for election officials and we realize mistakes happen,” the group said in a statement announcing the lawsuit. “However, (Osage River Gaming &amp; Convention) has always been confident their initiative petition contained a sufficient number of valid signatures from legal voters to qualify for placement on the Nov. 5 general election ballot and are now asking the court to do so.”

The proposal would amend the Missouri Constitution to allow a casino along the Osage River between Bagnell Dam and the confluence with the Missouri River. The constitution currently authorizes casinos only along&nbsp;<a href="https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=III++++39(e)&amp;bid=31794&amp;constit=y" target="_blank">the Missouri and Mississippi rivers</a>.

It would also override a state law&nbsp;<a href="https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=313.780&amp;bid=16856&amp;hl=" target="_blank">limiting the state to 13 licensed casinos</a>, passed in 2008 as a result of an initiative sponsored by casino operators.

The Lake of the Ozarks is one of Missouri’s busiest tourism destinations. The casino proposal is being bankrolled by Bally’s, which currently operates a casino in Kansas City, and RIS Inc., a major regional developer. Each has contributed about half of the $4.1 million raised for the petition drive.

The proposal is being pushed in response to a casino development&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2021/10/29/osage-nation-plans-casino-hotel-for-missouris-lake-of-the-ozarks/">announced in 2021</a>&nbsp;by the Osage Nation, the Native American tribe that the river is named for. That project, a $60 million development, includes construction of a casino, hotel and convention center.

Backers of the initiative effort say their casino project will&nbsp; provide 700 to 800 jobs.

According to the ballot summary, the casino is expected to produce admission and fee revenue of $2.1 million annually, money that is split with the local government with jurisdiction over the site and the Missouri Gaming Commission. The tax on casino net winnings is projected to be about $14.3 million annually.

New gambling tax revenue would be earmarked to early childhood literacy programs in public schools.

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 group hoping to build a new casino near the Lake of the Ozarks filed a lawsuit Tuesday arguing it collected more than enough signatures to earn a spot on the November ballot.&nbsp;The Osage River Gaming &amp; Convention Committee is asking a judge to reverse a decision by the Missouri secretary of state’s office that its initiative petition did not qualify for the statewide ballot because it was short 2,031 signatures in the 2nd Congressional District.&nbsp;The proposal collected enough signatures in the 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 7th districts.&nbsp;The group claims it has identified more than 2,500 valid signatures that were rejected and should have been counted in the 2nd District.&nbsp;“Verifying every signature on multiple initiative petitions this summer has been a very long process for election officials and we realize mistakes happen,” the group said in a statement announcing the lawsuit. “However, (Osage River Gaming &amp; Convention) has always been confident their initiative petition contained a sufficient number of valid signatures from legal voters to qualify for placement on the Nov. 5 general election ballot and are now asking the court to do so.”The proposal would amend the Missouri Constitution to allow a casino along the Osage River between Bagnell Dam and the confluence with the Missouri River. The constitution currently authorizes casinos only along&nbsp;<a href="https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=III++++39(e)&amp;bid=31794&amp;constit=y" target="_blank">the Missouri and Mississippi rivers</a>.It would also override a state law&nbsp;<a href="https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=313.780&amp;bid=16856&amp;hl=" target="_blank">limiting the state to 13 licensed casinos</a>, passed in 2008 as a result of an initiative sponsored by casino operators.The Lake of the Ozarks is one of Missouri’s busiest tourism destinations. The casino proposal is being bankrolled by Bally’s, which currently operates a casino in Kansas City, and RIS Inc., a major regional developer. Each has contributed about half of the $4.1 million raised for the petition drive.The proposal is being pushed in response to a casino development&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2021/10/29/osage-nation-plans-casino-hotel-for-missouris-lake-of-the-ozarks/">announced in 2021</a>&nbsp;by the Osage Nation, the Native American tribe that the river is named for. That project, a $60 million development, includes construction of a casino, hotel and convention center.Backers of the initiative effort say their casino project will&nbsp; provide 700 to 800 jobs.According to the ballot summary, the casino is expected to produce admission and fee revenue of $2.1 million annually, money that is split with the local government with jurisdiction over the site and the Missouri Gaming Commission. The tax on casino net winnings is projected to be about $14.3 million annually.New gambling tax revenue would be earmarked to early childhood literacy programs in public schools.

Backers of new Missouri casino file lawsuit hoping to get on statewide ballot

People come up with new business ideas all the time, and the Small Business Development Center aims to help make those ideas into reality. 

The center is run through Northwest Missouri State University and is housed in the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce

Assistant Provost at Northwest Missouri State University Jay Johnson says there are several centers around the state, and while the businesses they help might compete, the centers help each other

"Now I say that, of course there's always like well they've got this, they've got these resources, but it's not about that, they collaborate on things" Johnson tells host of the KFEQ Hotline Barry Birr.

Johnson credits director Rebecca Lobina for her work in helping provide people those resources.

"She offers everything from business plan creation, continuing education on developing your financial statements, projections, resourcing, the financing, finding funders, those types of things," Johnson explains.

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

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostPeople come up with new business ideas all the time, and the Small Business Development Center aims to help make those ideas into reality. The center is run through Northwest Missouri State University and is housed in the St. Joseph Chamber of CommerceAssistant Provost at Northwest Missouri State University Jay Johnson says there are several centers around the state, and while the businesses they help might compete, the centers help each other"Now I say that, of course there's always like well they've got this, they've got these resources, but it's not about that, they collaborate on things" Johnson tells host of the KFEQ Hotline Barry Birr.Johnson credits director Rebecca Lobina for her work in helping provide people those resources."She offers everything from business plan creation, continuing education on developing your financial statements, projections, resourcing, the financing, finding funders, those types of things," Johnson explains.The center is run through Northwest Missouri State University and is housed in the St. Joseph Chamber of CommerceYou can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Northwest Small Business Development Center helps make business ideas reality

Eligible low-income children will receive $120 in grocery benefits as part of a federal program that is administered by states

Missouri’s social services agency&nbsp;<a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MODSS/bulletins/3af36b6" target="_blank">announced</a>&nbsp;Monday that it is officially launching a federal food program that could provide aid to over 400,000 kids in the state.

Each eligible child will receive a one-time benefit of $120, loaded onto a card that can be used like a debit card to buy groceries.

It’s part of a permanent federal program in its first year of existence called Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer, or SUN Bucks. The program aims to help kids who receive subsidized school meals avoid a summer drop-off in nutrition.

The money was intended to be distributed during the summer break. But state officials said they dealt with technical issues that delayed federal approval and hindered earlier launch of the program.

The Missouri Department of Social Services, which will oversee the program, did not lay out a timeline for dispersing the benefits, and a spokesperson didn’t respond to questions.

The following groups of kids are&nbsp;<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/missouri-sun-bucks-faqs" target="_blank">automatically eligible, and their families will not need to apply for benefits:&nbsp;</a>

Those benefits will be issued on an existing card if the family is enrolled in SNAP benefits or temporary assistance, or on a new mailed card if they are not.&nbsp;Families who need a new EBT card can request one<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/missouri-sun-bucks-faqs" target="_blank">&nbsp;by phone or the ebtEDGE mobile app.</a>

Families who are not automatically eligible&nbsp;must&nbsp;<a href="https://www.healthytogether.co/onboarding/missouri-sun-bucks" target="_blank">submit an application online by Aug. 31.</a>&nbsp;The state’s&nbsp;<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/sunbucks-eligibility" target="_blank">eligibility navigator</a>&nbsp;will tell families whether they must apply.

Even with the department announcing that money was set to be distributed, it warned in its press release that “delays in issuing benefits are possible.”&nbsp;

Benefits&nbsp;<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/missouri-sun-bucks-faqs" target="_blank">will expire</a>&nbsp;122 days after they are issued, regardless of usage, so families must act quickly once the benefits are distributed. They should also keep the cards for next summer’s program, the state’s website advises.

Food security advocates in the state&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/01/02/missouri-opts-into-summer-ebt-federal-food-benefits-program/">were relieved when Missouri opted into the program</a>&nbsp;after weighing factors like technology issues and staffing.

<a href="https://stateline.org/2024/06/27/13-states-with-republican-governors-opt-out-of-summer-food-program-for-kids/" target="_blank">Thirteen Republican-led states opted out</a>&nbsp;of the program entirely this year.

The program is run through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the benefits are fully federally funded. The state shares one-half of the administrative cost. DSS is leading Missouri’s administration, with the help of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

In Missouri,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/sebt/implementation#Missouri" target="_blank">490,000 kids</a>&nbsp;are estimated to receive benefits amounting to $58.8 million.

“Although we had to face some difficult challenges,” Director of Family Support Division Kim Evans said in the press release, “I am proud of our team members who worked diligently with our state and federal partners to get this important program off the ground.&nbsp;

“We will be much more prepared for next summer when we anticipate a smoother rollout and even greater success,” Evans said.

A similar, temporary program called Pandemic EBT provided various benefits during the pandemic and was beset with administrative issues — particularly because it required a new data collection portal to collect and share eligible students’ information with two agencies in the state.&nbsp;

The benefits designed to cover food costs during the summer of 2022 did not start going out until&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/06/15/missouri-begins-distributing-summer-2022-food-benefits-as-deadline-for-2023-application-looms/">June 2023</a>, and Missouri&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/07/14/missouri-has-decided-to-turn-down-millions-in-federal-food-aid-for-low-income-children/">declined to participate</a>&nbsp;in the summer 2023 program because of those issues — forgoing at least $40 million in aid.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724158783207.png" alt="<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/SuNBucks" target="_blank">Department of Social Services</a>" />
 <figcaption><a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/SuNBucks" target="_blank">Department of Social Services</a></figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Eligible low-income children will receive $120 in grocery benefits as part of a federal program that is administered by states</h2>Missouri’s social services agency&nbsp;<a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MODSS/bulletins/3af36b6" target="_blank">announced</a>&nbsp;Monday that it is officially launching a federal food program that could provide aid to over 400,000 kids in the state.Each eligible child will receive a one-time benefit of $120, loaded onto a card that can be used like a debit card to buy groceries.It’s part of a permanent federal program in its first year of existence called Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer, or SUN Bucks. The program aims to help kids who receive subsidized school meals avoid a summer drop-off in nutrition.The money was intended to be distributed during the summer break. But state officials said they dealt with technical issues that delayed federal approval and hindered earlier launch of the program.The Missouri Department of Social Services, which will oversee the program, did not lay out a timeline for dispersing the benefits, and a spokesperson didn’t respond to questions.The following groups of kids are&nbsp;<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/missouri-sun-bucks-faqs" target="_blank">automatically eligible, and their families will not need to apply for benefits:&nbsp;</a><ul>
 <li>Students who are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch during the school year,</li><li>Households already enrolled in&nbsp;Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or temporary assistance,</li><li>And students who are in foster care, are experiencing homelessness or are migrants.</li>
 </ul>Those benefits will be issued on an existing card if the family is enrolled in SNAP benefits or temporary assistance, or on a new mailed card if they are not.&nbsp;Families who need a new EBT card can request one<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/missouri-sun-bucks-faqs" target="_blank">&nbsp;by phone or the ebtEDGE mobile app.</a>Families who are not automatically eligible&nbsp;must&nbsp;<a href="https://www.healthytogether.co/onboarding/missouri-sun-bucks" target="_blank">submit an application online by Aug. 31.</a>&nbsp;The state’s&nbsp;<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/sunbucks-eligibility" target="_blank">eligibility navigator</a>&nbsp;will tell families whether they must apply.Even with the department announcing that money was set to be distributed, it warned in its press release that “delays in issuing benefits are possible.”&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;<a href="https://mydss.mo.gov/missouri-sun-bucks-faqs" target="_blank">will expire</a>&nbsp;122 days after they are issued, regardless of usage, so families must act quickly once the benefits are distributed. They should also keep the cards for next summer’s program, the state’s website advises.Food security advocates in the state&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/01/02/missouri-opts-into-summer-ebt-federal-food-benefits-program/">were relieved when Missouri opted into the program</a>&nbsp;after weighing factors like technology issues and staffing.<a href="https://stateline.org/2024/06/27/13-states-with-republican-governors-opt-out-of-summer-food-program-for-kids/" target="_blank">Thirteen Republican-led states opted out</a>&nbsp;of the program entirely this year.The program is run through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the benefits are fully federally funded. The state shares one-half of the administrative cost. DSS is leading Missouri’s administration, with the help of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.In Missouri,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/sebt/implementation#Missouri" target="_blank">490,000 kids</a>&nbsp;are estimated to receive benefits amounting to $58.8 million.“Although we had to face some difficult challenges,” Director of Family Support Division Kim Evans said in the press release, “I am proud of our team members who worked diligently with our state and federal partners to get this important program off the ground.&nbsp;“We will be much more prepared for next summer when we anticipate a smoother rollout and even greater success,” Evans said.A similar, temporary program called Pandemic EBT provided various benefits during the pandemic and was beset with administrative issues — particularly because it required a new data collection portal to collect and share eligible students’ information with two agencies in the state.&nbsp;The benefits designed to cover food costs during the summer of 2022 did not start going out until&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/06/15/missouri-begins-distributing-summer-2022-food-benefits-as-deadline-for-2023-application-looms/">June 2023</a>, and Missouri&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/07/14/missouri-has-decided-to-turn-down-millions-in-federal-food-aid-for-low-income-children/">declined to participate</a>&nbsp;in the summer 2023 program because of those issues — forgoing at least $40 million in aid.

Missouri set to start distributing new summer food aid for children

A former St. Joseph School Board member faces driving-while-intoxicated
and weapons charges after being stopped by St. Joseph police.

69-year-old Kenneth Reeder is scheduled to appear before St.
Joseph Municipal Court late next month to face charges stemming from the stop.
Court records report a St. Joseph police officer stopped Reeder in the early
morning hours of August 14th near the intersection of&nbsp;MacArthur Drive and Highland Avenue. 

Reeder lost his bid for re-election during the April 3rd
election, coming in 6th in a crowded field. Reeder served on the St.
Joseph School Board from 2021 to 2024.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724151628727.jpeg" alt="Kenneth Reeder/file photo" />
 <figcaption>Kenneth Reeder/file photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostA former St. Joseph School Board member faces driving-while-intoxicated
and weapons charges after being stopped by St. Joseph police.69-year-old Kenneth Reeder is scheduled to appear before St.
Joseph Municipal Court late next month to face charges stemming from the stop.
Court records report a St. Joseph police officer stopped Reeder in the early
morning hours of August 14th near the intersection of&nbsp;MacArthur Drive and Highland Avenue. Reeder lost his bid for re-election during the April 3rd
election, coming in 6th in a crowded field. Reeder served on the St.
Joseph School Board from 2021 to 2024.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Former St. Joseph School Board member faces DWI charge

A 66-year-old St. Joseph man drowned in the Smithville Lake as
he rescued a child floating away from a boat.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports David Moore was loading
children onto the boat when one started to float away. Moore dove into the
water to get the child and never resurfaced.

The drowning occurred late Friday afternoon at Crows Creek Cove
of Smithville Lake.

By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostA 66-year-old St. Joseph man drowned in the Smithville Lake as
he rescued a child floating away from a boat.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports David Moore was loading
children onto the boat when one started to float away. Moore dove into the
water to get the child and never resurfaced.The drowning occurred late Friday afternoon at Crows Creek Cove
of Smithville Lake.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

St. Joseph man drowns in Smithville Lake rescuing child

DEKALB COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 5:30p.m. Monday in DeKalb County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2011 Harley Davidson motorcycle driven by James D. Tripp, 64, Stewartsville, was westbound on Railroad Avenue in Stewartsville.

The motorcycle traveled off the south side of the road, overturned and the driver was ejected. Tri-County EMS transported Tripp to Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was not wearing a helmet, according to the MSHP.

DEKALB COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 5:30p.m. Monday in DeKalb County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2011 Harley Davidson motorcycle driven by James D. Tripp, 64, Stewartsville, was westbound on Railroad Avenue in Stewartsville.The motorcycle traveled off the south side of the road, overturned and the driver was ejected. Tri-County EMS transported Tripp to Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was not wearing a helmet, according to the MSHP.

Missouri man hospitalized in St. Joe after motorcycle accident

ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on charges after an alleged fight.

Just before 2a.m. on Sunday police responded to a disturbance at a residence in the 1200 block North 8th Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

 A 44-year-old man reported being struck in the head and face by Christopher Ricklefs. Ricklefs had left the scene but was taken into custody a short time later.&nbsp; EMS transported the victim to Amberwell Hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Christopher C. Ricklefs, 43, Atchison, was arrested&nbsp; on requested charges of aggravated battery .

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724082197535.png" alt="Ricklefs photo Atchison Co." />
 <figcaption>Ricklefs photo Atchison Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on charges after an alleged fight.Just before 2a.m. on Sunday police responded to a disturbance at a residence in the 1200 block North 8th Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson. A 44-year-old man reported being struck in the head and face by Christopher Ricklefs. Ricklefs had left the scene but was taken into custody a short time later.&nbsp; EMS transported the victim to Amberwell Hospital for treatment of his injuries.Christopher C. Ricklefs, 43, Atchison, was arrested&nbsp; on requested charges of aggravated battery .

Man hospitalized another jailed after a fight

JEFFERSON CITY– The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is advising recent resort guests of a potential health concern for individuals that may have been in contact with a water source within the Roaring River Lodge and RV Park in Cassville, Mo. The hotel is located at 23359 State Highway 112 in Cassville, according to a media release.

DHSS has determined that three unassociated individuals who stayed at the Cassville resort in July of this year were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease within 14 days after their stay. People can get Legionnaires' disease, a serious type of pneumonia, by breathing in small water droplets containing Legionella bacteria. In general, people do not spread Legionnaires' disease to other people.

DHSS conducted a facility assessment and collected samples. Preliminary environmental sample results indicate the presence of Legionella bacteria in the water system, with confirmed results being available later this week. The investigation is still ongoing and DHSS is actively working with the Roaring River Lodge to make improvements to the facility’s water system that will kill off Legionella in the system.&nbsp;

The resort has indicated they will begin notifying all recent guests who stayed in the hotel portion of the facility.&nbsp;

Most healthy people exposed to Legionella do not get sick. However, an individual’s risk may increase if they are 50 years or older, smoke cigarettes, or have certain medical conditions, such as a weakened immune system.

Symptoms usually begin 2 to 10 days after being exposed to the bacteria, but it can take longer so people should watch for symptoms for about 2 weeks after exposure. If you develop symptoms of pneumonia within two weeks of staying, working at or visiting the Roaring River Lodge and RV Park in Cassville, seek medical attention right away. Pneumonia symptoms typically include cough, shortness of breath, fever, muscle aches and headaches. Additional symptoms may be present, such as confusion, nausea or diarrhea. Ask your doctor to test you with both a urine test and a respiratory culture. If you test positive, ask your doctor to report your illness to your local or state health department as soon as possible after your diagnosis.

DHSS will continue to work with facility and take proactive measures to minimize future risks and develop a water management plan to ensure protection of the health of guests and employees. Additional information on Legionella is available from the CDC website.

JEFFERSON CITY– The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is advising recent resort guests of a potential health concern for individuals that may have been in contact with a water source within the Roaring River Lodge and RV Park in Cassville, Mo. The hotel is located at 23359 State Highway 112 in Cassville, according to a media release.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724101035366.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>DHSS has determined that three unassociated individuals who stayed at the Cassville resort in July of this year were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease within 14 days after their stay. People can get Legionnaires' disease, a serious type of pneumonia, by breathing in small water droplets containing Legionella bacteria. In general, people do not spread Legionnaires' disease to other people.DHSS conducted a facility assessment and collected samples. Preliminary environmental sample results indicate the presence of Legionella bacteria in the water system, with confirmed results being available later this week. The investigation is still ongoing and DHSS is actively working with the Roaring River Lodge to make improvements to the facility’s water system that will kill off Legionella in the system.&nbsp;The resort has indicated they will begin notifying all recent guests who stayed in the hotel portion of the facility.&nbsp;Most healthy people exposed to Legionella do not get sick. However, an individual’s risk may increase if they are 50 years or older, smoke cigarettes, or have certain medical conditions, such as a weakened immune system.Symptoms usually begin 2 to 10 days after being exposed to the bacteria, but it can take longer so people should watch for symptoms for about 2 weeks after exposure. If you develop symptoms of pneumonia within two weeks of staying, working at or visiting the Roaring River Lodge and RV Park in Cassville, seek medical attention right away. Pneumonia symptoms typically include cough, shortness of breath, fever, muscle aches and headaches. Additional symptoms may be present, such as confusion, nausea or diarrhea. Ask your doctor to test you with both a urine test and a respiratory culture. If you test positive, ask your doctor to report your illness to your local or state health department as soon as possible after your diagnosis.DHSS will continue to work with facility and take proactive measures to minimize future risks and develop a water management plan to ensure protection of the health of guests and employees. Additional information on Legionella is available from the CDC website.

Attention travelers: 3 cases of Legionnaires' disease in Missouri

The St. Joseph Police Department, along with the Buchanan County Sheriff's Office, conducted a saturation patrol on Friday evening. 

The patrol along the Belt Highway was held to promote overall public safety.  During the four hour patrol, officers enforced driving violations associated with driving while intoxicated as well as reckless driving in parking lots.

There were four arrests made, 22 tickets issued, and 40 warnings given during the operation.

“The professionalism and teamwork of our dedicated officers and partner agencies not only enhance our community’s well-being, but also set a standard for excellence in law enforcement. Thank you for going above and beyond to keep our roads safer for everyone," Police Chief Paul Luster said in a news release from the St. Joseph Police Department.

This article has been edited since first published.

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Police Department, along with the Buchanan County Sheriff's Office, conducted a saturation patrol on Friday evening. The patrol along the Belt Highway was held to promote overall public safety. During the four hour patrol, officers enforced driving violations associated with driving while intoxicated as well as reckless driving in parking lots.There were four arrests made, 22 tickets issued, and 40 warnings given during the operation.“The professionalism and teamwork of our dedicated officers and partner agencies not only enhance our community’s well-being, but also set a standard for excellence in law enforcement. Thank you for going above and beyond to keep our roads safer for everyone," Police Chief Paul Luster said in a news release from the St. Joseph Police Department.This article has been edited since first published.

St. Joseph officer saturation points to dangers of reckless driving

Medical documentation of gender reassignment surgery or court order required to align state identification to gender identity

BY:&nbsp;ANNELISE HANSHAW&nbsp; <a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2022/09/21/missouri-judge-once-again-delays-decision-on-closing-agape-boarding-school/">Missouri Independent</a>

It became much harder this month for Missourians to change the gender marker on their driver’s licenses following a quiet move by the state Department of Revenue.

The department, which issues state driver’s licenses, switched from requiring the signature of a physician, therapist or social worker to approve a change in gender designation to mandating documentation of gender reassignment surgery or a court order.

The shift happened earlier this month, though it was not announced publicly by the department. The&nbsp;<a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20240000000000*/https://dor.mo.gov/forms/5532.pdf" target="_blank">Wayback Machine</a>, which archives web pages, shows the gender designation change request form requiring physician signoff, known as Form 5532, was available Aug. 6. The next day, the web page with the form was offline.

A spokesperson for the Department of Revenue told The Independent in a statement that “Form 5532 is no longer needed.”

“Customers are required to provide either medical documentation that they have undergone gender reassignment surgery or a court order declaring gender designation to obtain a driver license or non-driver ID card denoting gender other than their biological gender assigned at birth.”

According to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lgbtmap.org/equality-maps/identity_documents#:~:text=Accurate%20and%20consistent%20gender%20markers%20on%20identity%20documents%20helps%20transgender,violence%2C%20discrimination%2C%20or%20harassment." target="_blank">Movement Advanced Project</a>, which maps states’ policies affecting LGBTQ residents, Missouri is one of 10 states with this policy. Just three states do not allow residents to change their gender markers.

PROMO, Missouri’s largest LGBTQ advocacy organization, reached out to the department after hearing that people could no longer make changes to their identification using Form 5532 and heard that “an incident” spurred the move, said executive director Katy Erker-Lynch.

The policy change took place soon after&nbsp;<a href="https://www.firstalert4.com/2024/08/03/conservative-politicians-calling-investigation-into-gym-over-trans-womans-locker-room-use/" target="_blank">controversy erupted earlier this month over a transgender woman</a>&nbsp;who used the women’s locker rooms at a private gym in Ellisville.

Elected officials held a press conference outside the gym Aug. 2, and Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced an investigation into the incident the same day.

State Rep. Justin Sparks, a Republican from Wildwood, spoke to reporters at the press conference about the Department of Revenue’s policy. He said on a radio appearance that the transgender woman “displayed a state ID describing (herself) as female.”

“We are going to get to the bottom of what happened in the Department of Revenue and that form they issued several years ago,” he said. “It was inappropriate and in my opinion, it is not legal.”

Later that evening, in a live broadcast via Facebook, he told followers that he had been in contact with the department.

“I have assurances from the Department of Revenue that they are going to change their policies and their form,” he said, promising to follow up with the department.

“It seems the mere mention and threat of a potential investigation into the policies and practices of the Department of Revenue caused Director (Wayne) Wallingford to end a policy that worked to help people,” Erker-Lynch said. “This decision reflects a state and state departments run by fear and intimidation — not a state run to serve its residents.”

PROMO is gathering stories of those who are struggling to change their gender marker on their state identification, calling the&nbsp;<a href="https://promomissouri.org/take_action/the-id-for-me/" target="_blank">campaign “The ID for Me</a>.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717532352272.png" alt="Transgender Missourians will need proof of surgical transition or a courtorder before their driver's license can match their gender identity (photo illustration by Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder)-" />
 <figcaption>Transgender Missourians will need proof of surgical transition or a courtorder before their driver's license can match their gender identity (photo illustration by Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder)-</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Medical documentation of gender reassignment surgery or court order required to align state identification to gender identity</h2>BY:&nbsp;ANNELISE HANSHAW&nbsp; <a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2022/09/21/missouri-judge-once-again-delays-decision-on-closing-agape-boarding-school/">Missouri Independent</a>It became much harder this month for Missourians to change the gender marker on their driver’s licenses following a quiet move by the state Department of Revenue.The department, which issues state driver’s licenses, switched from requiring the signature of a physician, therapist or social worker to approve a change in gender designation to mandating documentation of gender reassignment surgery or a court order.The shift happened earlier this month, though it was not announced publicly by the department. The&nbsp;<a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20240000000000*/https://dor.mo.gov/forms/5532.pdf" target="_blank">Wayback Machine</a>, which archives web pages, shows the gender designation change request form requiring physician signoff, known as Form 5532, was available Aug. 6. The next day, the web page with the form was offline.A spokesperson for the Department of Revenue told The Independent in a statement that “Form 5532 is no longer needed.”“Customers are required to provide either medical documentation that they have undergone gender reassignment surgery or a court order declaring gender designation to obtain a driver license or non-driver ID card denoting gender other than their biological gender assigned at birth.”According to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lgbtmap.org/equality-maps/identity_documents#:~:text=Accurate%20and%20consistent%20gender%20markers%20on%20identity%20documents%20helps%20transgender,violence%2C%20discrimination%2C%20or%20harassment." target="_blank">Movement Advanced Project</a>, which maps states’ policies affecting LGBTQ residents, Missouri is one of 10 states with this policy. Just three states do not allow residents to change their gender markers.PROMO, Missouri’s largest LGBTQ advocacy organization, reached out to the department after hearing that people could no longer make changes to their identification using Form 5532 and heard that “an incident” spurred the move, said executive director Katy Erker-Lynch.The policy change took place soon after&nbsp;<a href="https://www.firstalert4.com/2024/08/03/conservative-politicians-calling-investigation-into-gym-over-trans-womans-locker-room-use/" target="_blank">controversy erupted earlier this month over a transgender woman</a>&nbsp;who used the women’s locker rooms at a private gym in Ellisville.Elected officials held a press conference outside the gym Aug. 2, and Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced an investigation into the incident the same day.State Rep. Justin Sparks, a Republican from Wildwood, spoke to reporters at the press conference about the Department of Revenue’s policy. He said on a radio appearance that the transgender woman “displayed a state ID describing (herself) as female.”“We are going to get to the bottom of what happened in the Department of Revenue and that form they issued several years ago,” he said. “It was inappropriate and in my opinion, it is not legal.”Later that evening, in a live broadcast via Facebook, he told followers that he had been in contact with the department.“I have assurances from the Department of Revenue that they are going to change their policies and their form,” he said, promising to follow up with the department.The form had been in place since 2016.“It seems the mere mention and threat of a potential investigation into the policies and practices of the Department of Revenue caused Director (Wayne) Wallingford to end a policy that worked to help people,” Erker-Lynch said. “This decision reflects a state and state departments run by fear and intimidation — not a state run to serve its residents.”PROMO is gathering stories of those who are struggling to change their gender marker on their state identification, calling the&nbsp;<a href="https://promomissouri.org/take_action/the-id-for-me/" target="_blank">campaign “The ID for Me</a>.”

Missouri agency quietly made it harder to change gender marker on driver’s licenses

ATCHINSON—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged violent crime that sent a victim to the hospital.

Just after 9:30a.m. August 16,&nbsp; police responded to a disturbance at a residence in the 1000 block Kansas Avenue in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

 A 59-year-old woman reported being pushed down a stairway by 37-year-old Bryan Harris causing injuries. EMS transported the victim to Amberwell Hospital for treatment of her injuries.

Police arrested Harris for aggravated battery and domestic battery. He remains in custody, according to online jail records.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724081860741.png" alt="Harris photo Atchison County" />
 <figcaption>Harris photo Atchison County</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHINSON—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged violent crime that sent a victim to the hospital.Just after 9:30a.m. August 16,&nbsp; police responded to a disturbance at a residence in the 1000 block Kansas Avenue in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson. A 59-year-old woman reported being pushed down a stairway by 37-year-old Bryan Harris causing injuries. EMS transported the victim to Amberwell Hospital for treatment of her injuries.Police arrested Harris for aggravated battery and domestic battery. He remains in custody, according to online jail records.

Kansas man accused of pushing woman down stairway

Students are beginning to head back to school.  And as they get back into the classrooms, the American Red Cross wants them to keep some tips in mind.  

Red Cross spokeswoman Angie Springs says if parents have a first-time student, it's important to talk with them and practice some of that important information. 

"Maybe they walk to school, walk that route with them, talk to them about how to safely cross the streets, where they need to walk on the sidewalk," Springs tells host of the KFEQ Hotline Barry Birr. "Also make sure that they know their address and their phone number, that they know how to get ahold of the adult in their family, so whether that's a parent or another adult in the family, who do they call." 

Springs says it's also important to make sure they remember the importance of calling 9-1-1 in an emergency.  

Springs says if your student plans to ride their bike to school, make sure they know how to get to and from school each day. 

"Know where those bike lanes are or where the sidewalks are that they're going to be riding on, ride that path with them so that again they know where the intersections are, where they need to stop and wait, where there are stop lights that they need to stop and pay attention too," Springs explains. "There's lots of busy intersections, maybe there's an alternate route that you would rather them ride their bicycle to school." 

And of course, Springs says to make sure they know to always wear a helmet when on their bicycle traveling.  

With school getting underway high school students will be getting in their cars to get back into the classrooms.  

Springs says for those students driving to school, maybe even for the first time, make sure to not drive distracted and give yourselves plenty of time 

"Because they can get behind a school bus that's going to need to stop and go and stop and go, and that adds time to your morning," Springs says. "Make sure that they know to always, it doesn't matter if they're just pulling out of the driveway, put your seatbelt on, always wear your seatbelt and put your cell phones down." 

Springs says on top of school buses being out this is also a time where tractors are heading in and out of the fields so be aware of those as well.  

While some schools began classes last week, the St. Joseph School District opens classes on Wednesday. 

By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post Students are beginning to head back to school. And as they get back into the classrooms, the American Red Cross wants them to keep some tips in mind. Red Cross spokeswoman Angie Springs says if parents have a first-time student, it's important to talk with them and practice some of that important information. "Maybe they walk to school, walk that route with them, talk to them about how to safely cross the streets, where they need to walk on the sidewalk," Springs tells host of the KFEQ Hotline Barry Birr. "Also make sure that they know their address and their phone number, that they know how to get ahold of the adult in their family, so whether that's a parent or another adult in the family, who do they call." Springs says it's also important to make sure they remember the importance of calling 9-1-1 in an emergency. Springs says if your student plans to ride their bike to school, make sure they know how to get to and from school each day. "Know where those bike lanes are or where the sidewalks are that they're going to be riding on, ride that path with them so that again they know where the intersections are, where they need to stop and wait, where there are stop lights that they need to stop and pay attention too," Springs explains. "There's lots of busy intersections, maybe there's an alternate route that you would rather them ride their bicycle to school." And of course, Springs says to make sure they know to always wear a helmet when on their bicycle traveling. With school getting underway high school students will be getting in their cars to get back into the classrooms. Springs says for those students driving to school, maybe even for the first time, make sure to not drive distracted and give yourselves plenty of time "Because they can get behind a school bus that's going to need to stop and go and stop and go, and that adds time to your morning," Springs says. "Make sure that they know to always, it doesn't matter if they're just pulling out of the driveway, put your seatbelt on, always wear your seatbelt and put your cell phones down." Springs says on top of school buses being out this is also a time where tractors are heading in and out of the fields so be aware of those as well. While some schools began classes last week, the St. Joseph School District opens classes on Wednesday.

Red Cross has some advice as students return to classroom

St. Joseph police say there isn’t much to go on as they
investigate a drive-by shooting on Sun Valley Road late Sunday night.

Police say residents in the 1900 block of Sun Valley
Road called shortly before 10 o’clock, saying they heard gunshots.
Officers responded and found three parked vehicles had been hit. No one was
harmed in the shooting and no other property damage was discovered.

Officers recovered six shelling casings and two bullet
fragments.

By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostSt. Joseph police say there isn’t much to go on as they
investigate a drive-by shooting on Sun Valley Road late Sunday night.Police say residents in the 1900 block of Sun Valley
Road called shortly before 10 o’clock, saying they heard gunshots.
Officers responded and found three parked vehicles had been hit. No one was
harmed in the shooting and no other property damage was discovered.Officers recovered six shelling casings and two bullet
fragments.The investigation continues.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

St. Joseph drive-by shooting harms no one, hits parked vehicles

MERCER COUNTY —A Missouri teen died in an accident just after 7p.m. Sunday in Mercer County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2009 Jeep Liberty driven by Henry J. Stutzman, 18, Spickard, was southbound on Harmonica Road one mile south of Princeton.

The Jeep traveled off the west side of the road, returned to the road and the driver overcorrected. The Jeep traveled off the east side of the road, struck an embankment, rolled and the driver was ejected.&nbsp; 

Life Flight Eagle transported Stutzman to Osceola Iowa Airport en route to UnityPointe Medical Center.&nbsp; Just after 9p.m., the Clark County Iowa Medical Examiner pronounced him dead.&nbsp; He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

MERCER COUNTY —A Missouri teen died in an accident just after 7p.m. Sunday in Mercer County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2009 Jeep Liberty driven by Henry J. Stutzman, 18, Spickard, was southbound on Harmonica Road one mile south of Princeton.The Jeep traveled off the west side of the road, returned to the road and the driver overcorrected. The Jeep traveled off the east side of the road, struck an embankment, rolled and the driver was ejected.&nbsp; Life Flight Eagle transported Stutzman to Osceola Iowa Airport en route to UnityPointe Medical Center.&nbsp; Just after 9p.m., the Clark County Iowa Medical Examiner pronounced him dead.&nbsp; He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

Missouri teen dies after ejected in Jeep rollover crash

KANSAS CITY —A 41-year-0ld St. Joseph man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for the non-fatal shooting of another man, a shooting in Kansas City that was observed by a passing police officer, according to Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker.

Matthew Whitmill, during his trial earlier this month on several felony charges related to the shooting, offered to prosecutors to plea to the assault. Both prosecution and defense had just rested their cases in the trial when the plea negotiations began.&nbsp;

On Thursday, a Jackson County judge accepted Whitmill's pleas of guilt to Assault in the 1st Degree and Armed Criminal Action. The judge sentenced Whitmill to 15 years on the Assault conviction and 3 years on Armed Criminal Action. His total sentence was 18 years.

According to court records, in August of 2023, a&nbsp; Kansas City police sergeant was in his marked vehicle when he observed a man later identified as Whitmill holding a gun and pointing it at another individual. Surveillance video also captured the shooting. Whitmill jumped into a vehicle and attempted to flee, but stop sticks prevented his escape.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724029874403.png" alt="Whitmill -photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Whitmill -photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY —A 41-year-0ld St. Joseph man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for the non-fatal shooting of another man, a shooting in Kansas City that was observed by a passing police officer, according to Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker.Matthew Whitmill, during his trial earlier this month on several felony charges related to the shooting, offered to prosecutors to plea to the assault. Both prosecution and defense had just rested their cases in the trial when the plea negotiations began.&nbsp;On Thursday, a Jackson County judge accepted Whitmill's pleas of guilt to Assault in the 1st Degree and Armed Criminal Action. The judge sentenced Whitmill to 15 years on the Assault conviction and 3 years on Armed Criminal Action. His total sentence was 18 years.According to court records, in August of 2023, a&nbsp; Kansas City police sergeant was in his marked vehicle when he observed a man later identified as Whitmill holding a gun and pointing it at another individual. Surveillance video also captured the shooting. Whitmill jumped into a vehicle and attempted to flee, but stop sticks prevented his escape.

Man from St. Joe sentenced in shooting witnessed by police on patrol

GRUNDY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 11:30a.m. Saturday in Grundy County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Honda 450 driven by&nbsp; Tyrel W. Treat, 45, Brookfield, was westbound on NW 5th Street one and one half miles west of Trenton.&nbsp;

The driver lost control of the motorcycle on the gravel roadway. The motorcycle overturned and skidded to a stop.

Grundy County EMS transported Treat to Wright Memorial Hospital. He was wearing a helmet, according to the MSHP.

GRUNDY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 11:30a.m. Saturday in Grundy County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Honda 450 driven by&nbsp; Tyrel W. Treat, 45, Brookfield, was westbound on NW 5th Street one and one half miles west of Trenton.&nbsp;The driver lost control of the motorcycle on the gravel roadway. The motorcycle overturned and skidded to a stop.Grundy County EMS transported Treat to Wright Memorial Hospital. He was wearing a helmet, according to the MSHP.

Mo. man hospitalized after motorcycle overturns

DAVIESS COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after noon Friday in Daviess County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2016 Ram 1500 driven by Abigail A. Casleman, 29, Cameron, was eastbound and stopped at the intersection of Route CC and Route D five miles north of Hamilton.

The driver failed to yield to a southbound 2009 Ford Explorer driven by Gina R. Saunders, 61, Hamilton. The pickup struck the SUV.&nbsp;

Daviess County EMS transported Saunders to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Caselman was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

DAVIESS COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after noon Friday in Daviess County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2016 Ram 1500 driven by Abigail A. Casleman, 29, Cameron, was eastbound and stopped at the intersection of Route CC and Route D five miles north of Hamilton.The driver failed to yield to a southbound 2009 Ford Explorer driven by Gina R. Saunders, 61, Hamilton. The pickup struck the SUV.&nbsp;Daviess County EMS transported Saunders to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Caselman was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

Mo. woman injured after pickup, SUV crash

DONIPHAN COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 1:30p.m. Friday in Doniphan County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Chevy Suburban driven by Joshua Glenn Fowler, 19, Olathe, was southbound on Kansas 7 just north of 195th Road.

The SUV traveled off the roadway onto the west shoulder. The driver overcorrected and the rear end of SUV started to slide sideways counterclockwise. 

The driver overcorrected to the right causing the SUV start to slide sideways clockwise. The vehicle entered the ditch sideways and rolled over multiple times coming to rest on its wheels.

EMS transported Fowler to Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

DONIPHAN COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 1:30p.m. Friday in Doniphan County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Chevy Suburban driven by Joshua Glenn Fowler, 19, Olathe, was southbound on Kansas 7 just north of 195th Road.The SUV traveled off the roadway onto the west shoulder. The driver overcorrected and the rear end of SUV started to slide sideways counterclockwise. The driver overcorrected to the right causing the SUV start to slide sideways clockwise. The vehicle entered the ditch sideways and rolled over multiple times coming to rest on its wheels.EMS transported Fowler to Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Teen hospitalized in St. Joe after SUV rollover accident

CALDWELL COUNTY—Two people were injured in an accident just after 8a.m. Friday in Caldwell County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2001 Chevy Silverado driven by Steven L. Paul, 57, Norborne, was southbound on Elk Grove Road at SE Pleasant Hills Drive two miles south of Braymer.

The pickup and a eastbound Case 8910 Tractor driven by a 16-year-old Braymer boy met at the intersection.&nbsp; The pickup struck the tractor.&nbsp; After impact the tractor overturned.

A private vehicle transported the teen to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Caldwell County EMS transported a passenger in the pickup Lois J.&nbsp; Paul, 80, Norborne, to Liberty Hospital. Steven Paul was not injured.&nbsp; All three were not wearing seat belts, according to the MSHP.

CALDWELL COUNTY—Two people were injured in an accident just after 8a.m. Friday in Caldwell County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2001 Chevy Silverado driven by Steven L. Paul, 57, Norborne, was southbound on Elk Grove Road at SE Pleasant Hills Drive two miles south of Braymer.The pickup and a eastbound Case 8910 Tractor driven by a 16-year-old Braymer boy met at the intersection.&nbsp; The pickup struck the tractor.&nbsp; After impact the tractor overturned.A private vehicle transported the teen to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Caldwell County EMS transported a passenger in the pickup Lois J.&nbsp; Paul, 80, Norborne, to Liberty Hospital. Steven Paul was not injured.&nbsp; All three were not wearing seat belts, according to the MSHP.

Mo. teen, woman injured after pickup, farm tractor crash

The Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up another year of Training Camp on the Missouri Western campus in St. Joseph today. 

Head Coach Andy Reid started out his press conference by thanking St. Joseph and the university. 

"We appreciate all their hospitality, what a great job they did taking care of us," Reid tells reporters following practice.  "Whether it was the people that were making our beds to the people that were cooking the food to the grounds crew that was taking care of the area here, everybody was just first class and on the ball we appreciate that, makes it a lot easier when we're all pulling in the same direction." 

This wraps up the 14th year of Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph.

Reid says he saw a lot of growth from his team through the four weeks at Missouri Western.  

"We've added a ton into the last few days up here and the guys have digested it, been able to spit it back, retain it, that's a positive," Reid says. "And then maybe most of all is getting yourself into football shape and kind of ramping up to your first game against the Ravens." 

The Chiefs wrapped up a light 10-10-10 practice after just over an hour, welcoming veterans onto the field for Military Appreciation Day.

Entering this year's Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph at Missouri Western, Quarterback Patrick Mahomes had one goal; be better than he was last season.  

And as training camp wrapped up today, Mahomes feels like he's taken the steps to do that.  

"I've been trying to push the envelope, trying to push the ball downfield, trying to make sure that we stay in that attacking mindset, but at the same time finding that right balance," Mahomes explains. "There's been days where we connected on a lot of deep passes, there's days when we missed them, but that's what this is for, is for us to try and see what we can get away with, try to see what we can do and see what everybody's great at, and I thought we had a great camp like I said." 

Kansas City's second preseason game against Detroit is on Saturday.  Pregame will be at 2pm with kickoff at 3 on Q Country 92.7.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723743620442.jpeg" alt="Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes gets ready to take a snap from center Creed Humprey during Training Camp in St. Joseph/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes gets ready to take a snap from center Creed Humprey during Training Camp in St. Joseph/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post The Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up another year of Training Camp on the Missouri Western campus in St. Joseph today. Head Coach Andy Reid started out his press conference by thanking St. Joseph and the university. "We appreciate all their hospitality, what a great job they did taking care of us," Reid tells reporters following practice. "Whether it was the people that were making our beds to the people that were cooking the food to the grounds crew that was taking care of the area here, everybody was just first class and on the ball we appreciate that, makes it a lot easier when we're all pulling in the same direction." This wraps up the 14th year of Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723743897818.jpeg" alt="Head Coach Andy Reid waves to fans as he travels down to practice/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Head Coach Andy Reid waves to fans as he travels down to practice/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>Reid says he saw a lot of growth from his team through the four weeks at Missouri Western. "We've added a ton into the last few days up here and the guys have digested it, been able to spit it back, retain it, that's a positive," Reid says. "And then maybe most of all is getting yourself into football shape and kind of ramping up to your first game against the Ravens." The Chiefs wrapped up a light 10-10-10 practice after just over an hour, welcoming veterans onto the field for Military Appreciation Day.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723743945433.jpeg" alt="Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes throws a pass during Chiefs practice/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes throws a pass during Chiefs practice/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>Entering this year's Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph at Missouri Western, Quarterback Patrick Mahomes had one goal; be better than he was last season. And as training camp wrapped up today, Mahomes feels like he's taken the steps to do that. "I've been trying to push the envelope, trying to push the ball downfield, trying to make sure that we stay in that attacking mindset, but at the same time finding that right balance," Mahomes explains. "There's been days where we connected on a lot of deep passes, there's days when we missed them, but that's what this is for, is for us to try and see what we can get away with, try to see what we can do and see what everybody's great at, and I thought we had a great camp like I said." Kansas City's second preseason game against Detroit is on Saturday. Pregame will be at 2pm with kickoff at 3 on Q Country 92.7.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/Chiefs-wrap-up-another-training-camp-in-St--Joseph-e2n7sea" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div><figure>
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Chiefs wrap up another training camp in St. Joseph

DEKALB COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 10:30p.m. Thursday in DeKalb County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Lexus RX350 driven by Dale L. Feese, 68, Cameron, was northbound on Route C four miles north of Cameron.

The driver failed to negotiate a curve. The car traveled off the west side of the road, struck the ground, a warning sign, continued northbound in the ditch, returned to the road, began to roll and the driver was ejected.

Cameron EMS transported Feese to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Life Flight Eagle later transported him to North Kansas City Hospital. He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

DEKALB COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 10:30p.m. Thursday in DeKalb County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Lexus RX350 driven by Dale L. Feese, 68, Cameron, was northbound on Route C four miles north of Cameron.The driver failed to negotiate a curve. The car traveled off the west side of the road, struck the ground, a warning sign, continued northbound in the ditch, returned to the road, began to roll and the driver was ejected.Cameron EMS transported Feese to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Life Flight Eagle later transported him to North Kansas City Hospital. He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

Missouri man airlifted to hospital after violent rollover crash

A famous Budweiser Clydesdale and a team of handlers will visit St. Joseph at the end of the month, sponsored by Will Fischer Companies.

Steven McClurg, with Will Fischer Companies, notes its a family friendly event, "I think a lot of it is just having kids come out and take pictures with the horse and appreciating it."

The Clydesdale team will start at Hi Ho and Bigshots, 1817 Frederick Ave, at approximately 3:00 p.m. August 31st. The horse team will then proceed to Jake' Steakhouse, 620 Edmond Street. The horse and team will stay at Jake's for 30 minutes for the public to interact and take pictures.

McClurg adds, "We'll have beer specials and some swag, courtesy of Will Fischer Companies."

The event is free to attend, but attendees must be 21 or older to drink alcohol.

McClurg says the event is weather permitting and the heat index or rain may result in cancelation. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724771145603.jpeg" alt="Courtesy of Will Fischer Co" />
 <figcaption>Courtesy of Will Fischer Co</figcaption>
 </figure>By Ryan SkaithSt. Joseph PostA famous Budweiser Clydesdale and a team of handlers will visit St. Joseph at the end of the month, sponsored by Will Fischer Companies.Steven McClurg, with Will Fischer Companies, notes its a family friendly event, "I think a lot of it is just having kids come out and take pictures with the horse and appreciating it."The Clydesdale team will start at Hi Ho and Bigshots, 1817 Frederick Ave, at approximately 3:00 p.m. August 31st. The horse team will then proceed to Jake' Steakhouse, 620 Edmond Street. The horse and team will stay at Jake's for 30 minutes for the public to interact and take pictures.McClurg adds, "We'll have beer specials and some swag, courtesy of Will Fischer Companies."The event is free to attend, but attendees must be 21 or older to drink alcohol.McClurg says the event is weather permitting and the heat index or rain may result in cancelation.

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