ATCHISON COUNTY, Kan. — Two people were injured in an accident just after 4p.m. Wednesday in Atchison.

A 2014 Chevrolet Impala driven by Tabius K. Ballman, 19, Everest, was westbound in the 1400 Block of Main Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson

The car&nbsp; struck a 2021 GMC pick up truck and then struck a 2017 GMC Terrain, both of which were parked on the north side of the street.

EMS transported Ballman and his 20 year old female passenger were&nbsp; to Amberwell Hospital for examination. Ballman was also cited for speeding and no proof of insurance, according to Wilson.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723672617531.png" alt="Photo Atchison Police" />
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 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY, Kan. — Two people were injured in an accident just after 4p.m. Wednesday in Atchison.A 2014 Chevrolet Impala driven by Tabius K. Ballman, 19, Everest, was westbound in the 1400 Block of Main Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike WilsonThe car&nbsp; struck a 2021 GMC pick up truck and then struck a 2017 GMC Terrain, both of which were parked on the north side of the street.EMS transported Ballman and his 20 year old female passenger were&nbsp; to Amberwell Hospital for examination. Ballman was also cited for speeding and no proof of insurance, according to Wilson.

2 injured after 3-vehicle Kansas crash

Students will begin classes next week in St. Joseph for the 2024-2025 school year and there is a lot going on.

St. Joseph School District&nbsp;Superintendent Gabe Edgar is excited about a new tech school program. Edgar says, "I think the best thing we have going is Hillyard Tech School. We just had a ribbon cutting ceremony for our renovated dental wing."

Edgar also encourages everyone to attend another ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new simulated manufacturing facility on Tuesday, August 20.

Edgar explains, "Its more of a partnership, its all hands-on. We're going to have classroom space for welding technology, industrial equipment repair and maintenance, and precision machine." 

The facility offers an open space for cross-training, as well.

Edgar notes there is a heavy focus this year on career courses. Bode, Robidoux and Benton are acting as pilot schools for the courses.

A big topic of concern for the upcoming school year is attendance. Edgar says, "We took a small decline in attendance from the 2022-2023 to 2023-2024 school years. Attendance is always a topic of discussion in our meetings."

The target goal for attendance within the district is 90%. Edgar adds, "We have a great partnership with the Prosecuting Attorney's Office and the Juvenile Office. So we're going to continue that, and we're in hopes that we'll see an increase in attendance for the 2024-2025 school year."

St. Joseph teachers and stafff will receive a $2,750 pay increase this year, thanks to a tax levy which was approved by voters in July. Edgar thinks that will help retain teachers for the district. "We're good in all our certified areas. The past couple years, I don't think we could say that at this time. So we're excited!"

Although the district has enough teachers for the year, there is a job fair on Thursday to help hire support staff, such as paras and custodians.

Edgar notes that with the pay raise, "For example, para instructors will make about $2.50 more an hour."

The job fair will take place at the district's administration building, located at 1415 North 26th Street, from 3:00 - 6:00 pm August 15th.

Parents still have time to enroll their children for school and can do so online this year, but proof of residency is required and immunizations are needed.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723668250655.jpeg" alt="St. Joseph School District" />
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 </figure>St. Joseph PostStudents will begin classes next week in St. Joseph for the 2024-2025 school year and there is a lot going on.St. Joseph School District&nbsp;Superintendent Gabe Edgar is excited about a new tech school program. Edgar says, "I think the best thing we have going is Hillyard Tech School. We just had a ribbon cutting ceremony for our renovated dental wing."Edgar also encourages everyone to attend another ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new simulated manufacturing facility on Tuesday, August 20.Edgar explains, "Its more of a partnership, its all hands-on. We're going to have classroom space for welding technology, industrial equipment repair and maintenance, and precision machine." The facility offers an open space for cross-training, as well.Edgar notes there is a heavy focus this year on career courses. Bode, Robidoux and Benton are acting as pilot schools for the courses.A big topic of concern for the upcoming school year is attendance. Edgar says, "We took a small decline in attendance from the 2022-2023 to 2023-2024 school years. Attendance is always a topic of discussion in our meetings."The target goal for attendance within the district is 90%. Edgar adds, "We have a great partnership with the Prosecuting Attorney's Office and the Juvenile Office. So we're going to continue that, and we're in hopes that we'll see an increase in attendance for the 2024-2025 school year."St. Joseph teachers and stafff will receive a $2,750 pay increase this year, thanks to a tax levy which was approved by voters in July. Edgar thinks that will help retain teachers for the district. "We're good in all our certified areas. The past couple years, I don't think we could say that at this time. So we're excited!"Although the district has enough teachers for the year, there is a job fair on Thursday to help hire support staff, such as paras and custodians.Edgar notes that with the pay raise, "For example, para instructors will make about $2.50 more an hour."The job fair will take place at the district's administration building, located at 1415 North 26th Street, from 3:00 - 6:00 pm August 15th.Parents still have time to enroll their children for school and can do so online this year, but proof of residency is required and immunizations are needed.Classes begin August 21st in St. Joseph.

Classes begin next week for the St. Joseph School District

The first Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph for several Chiefs rookies is coming to an end.  

Many of the young players have impressed during camp as they try to survive the roster cut to 53 players coming up on August 29th.  

Assistant General Manager Mike Borgonzi says he's been impressed with the rookies that have been thrown right into the mix, like left tackle Kingsley Suamataia. 

"Playing left tackle as a rookie in the NFL is not an easy job and he's going to go through his ups and downs, but he's coachable, the consistency with him, all the rookies really," Borgonzi tells reporters following practice. 

Borgonzi says he was also impressed with safety Jaden Hicks during Saturday's preseason game against the Jaguars.

It was a bit of a disappointing season last year for Chiefs first round pick Felix Anudike-Uzomah, though some of his biggest plays came in the Super Bowl.  

But during this year's camp Anudike-Uzomah has shown he could be an impact player along the defensive line.  

Defensive Line Coach Joe Cullen says Anudike-Uzomah has entered this year's camp in better physical shape, and is more in tune with the defense 

"Just mentally, I mean he knows the playbook, he's playing faster, I was really pleased he did some really good things in the game against two of their better tackles in his pass rush and he's continuing to develop and get better," Cullen says. 

Anudike-Uzomah also worked out this offseason with former Chiefs defensive end Tamba Hali, something that was a tremendous help to George Karlaftis following his rookie year

Saturday's preseason game against the Jaguars gave the Chiefs special teams unit their first look at the new kickoff rule in game action.  

While Special Teams coordinator Dave Toub has his guys working every day during training camp in St. Joseph at learning the details of the new rule, Toub says there was really nothing from the game to learn that hadn't been done in practice.  

"Just the game speed and the guy's barrel assing down at you to tackle you makes a difference, and then you've got to make smart decisions out there," Toub explains. "It was a great learning experience for everybody, and I think we made a great training tape for the whole league really to be honest with you." 

The Chiefs did have one miscue on the new kickoff when Mecole Hardman took the ball back into the endzone, resulting in a safety, which Toub says has been addressed 

The Chiefs will wrap up their time in St. Joseph tomorrow with practice at 8:15 at Missouri Western.  It's Military Appreciation Day 

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

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 <figcaption>Chiefs logo painted on hill at Missouri Western/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>=By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post The first Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph for several Chiefs rookies is coming to an end. Many of the young players have impressed during camp as they try to survive the roster cut to 53 players coming up on August 29th. Assistant General Manager Mike Borgonzi says he's been impressed with the rookies that have been thrown right into the mix, like left tackle Kingsley Suamataia. "Playing left tackle as a rookie in the NFL is not an easy job and he's going to go through his ups and downs, but he's coachable, the consistency with him, all the rookies really," Borgonzi tells reporters following practice. Borgonzi says he was also impressed with safety Jaden Hicks during Saturday's preseason game against the Jaguars.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1722969461905.jpeg" alt="Chiefs rookie safety Jaden Hicks makes a play on Travis Kelce/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs rookie safety Jaden Hicks makes a play on Travis Kelce/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>It was a bit of a disappointing season last year for Chiefs first round pick Felix Anudike-Uzomah, though some of his biggest plays came in the Super Bowl. But during this year's camp Anudike-Uzomah has shown he could be an impact player along the defensive line. Defensive Line Coach Joe Cullen says Anudike-Uzomah has entered this year's camp in better physical shape, and is more in tune with the defense "Just mentally, I mean he knows the playbook, he's playing faster, I was really pleased he did some really good things in the game against two of their better tackles in his pass rush and he's continuing to develop and get better," Cullen says. Anudike-Uzomah also worked out this offseason with former Chiefs defensive end Tamba Hali, something that was a tremendous help to George Karlaftis following his rookie year<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1721674165746.jpeg" alt="The Chiefs defense huddles up during the first training camp practice at Missouri Western State University/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>The Chiefs defense huddles up during the first training camp practice at Missouri Western State University/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>Saturday's preseason game against the Jaguars gave the Chiefs special teams unit their first look at the new kickoff rule in game action. While Special Teams coordinator Dave Toub has his guys working every day during training camp in St. Joseph at learning the details of the new rule, Toub says there was really nothing from the game to learn that hadn't been done in practice. "Just the game speed and the guy's barrel assing down at you to tackle you makes a difference, and then you've got to make smart decisions out there," Toub explains. "It was a great learning experience for everybody, and I think we made a great training tape for the whole league really to be honest with you." The Chiefs did have one miscue on the new kickoff when Mecole Hardman took the ball back into the endzone, resulting in a safety, which Toub says has been addressed The Chiefs will wrap up their time in St. Joseph tomorrow with practice at 8:15 at Missouri Western. It's Military Appreciation Day You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Chiefs coaches, front office impressed by rookies as Training Camp nears end

Only one initiative campaign that submitted signatures, for a casino near the Lake of the Ozarks, failed to obtain enough signatures for the ballot, says secretary of state

By RUDI KELLER&nbsp; <a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/missouri-senate-committee-advances-bill-to-ban-texting-while-driving/">Missouri Independent</a>

An end run around the Missouri General Assembly has the nation’s two largest sports books driving hard to their goal of crossing home plate with a big payday.

A constitutional amendment to&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/pro-sports-teams-submit-petition-signatures-to-legalize-sports-gambling-in-missouri/">legalize sports wagering</a>&nbsp;will be Amendment 2 on the Nov. 5 ballot, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s office said Tuesday, after finding that backers had enough signatures in six congressional districts to qualify.

And a proposal for a&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/05/01/group-turns-in-signatures-to-put-minimum-wage-hike-paid-sick-leave-on-missouri-ballot/">higher minimum wage</a>&nbsp;will be on the ballot as Proposition A. It is the third time a measure to increase the minimum wage has been before voters. It has been successful both times previously and this time it is paired with a requirement that all employers provide paid time off to their workers at the rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked.

A third initiative, to&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/backers-of-a-new-missouri-casino-near-the-lake-of-the-ozarks-submit-signatures-seeking-ballot-slot/">allow a new casino</a>&nbsp;to be licensed on the Osage River near the Lake of the Ozarks, did not make the ballot. The casino, intended to compete directly with a&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2021/10/29/osage-nation-plans-casino-hotel-for-missouris-lake-of-the-ozarks/">planned Osage Nation casino</a>, was 2,031 valid signatures short in the 2nd Congressional District.

Organizers of the initiative under the name Osage River Gaming and Convention issued a statement that they are considering their next move.&nbsp;

“We are confident that after all the signatures are counted and verified we will appear on the November 2024 ballot,” spokesman Ed Rhode said in the statement.

Each initiative needed to hit a minimum number of signatures in six of Missouri’s eight congressional districts to make the ballot. There were 11,732 signatures that were deemed invalid in the submissions for the 2nd District.

A constitutional amendment intended to protect reproductive rights, including the right to an abortion, was also certified. Barring a reversal on the Osage casino, there will be&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/petitions/2024BallotMeasures" target="_blank">four proposed constitutional amendments</a>&nbsp;on the ballot and one statutory change, the minimum wage petition.&nbsp;Each measure placed on the ballot will require a majority of votes to pass.

The sports wagering initiative was launched late last year after major sports teams and casino companies were&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/11/07/players-in-missouri-gambling-debate-chase-stakes-worth-billions/">frustrated again in passing legislation</a>. The public-facing part of the campaign has been taken by the<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/11/07/players-in-missouri-gambling-debate-chase-stakes-worth-billions/">&nbsp;major pro sports teams</a>, but the money – $6.3 million for the signature campaign – has been provided by the two largest online sports wagering platforms, FanDuel and DraftKings.

“Missouri is now just one step away from joining most other states in legalizing sports betting and being able to provide millions of dollars to Missouri classrooms,” Bill DeWitt III, president of the St. Louis Cardinals, said in a statement issued by the Winning for Missouri Education campaign. “On behalf of all six of Missouri’s professional sports teams, I would like to thank everyone who signed a petition to get this on the ballot.”

Each of those six teams would be able to offer fans a branded wagering platform and receive exclusive advertising rights in and near their stadiums. The online wagering platforms could be licensed to operate independent of the teams and casinos, which would also receive the ability to apply for a license.

The money won by the gaming industry would be taxed at 10% of the net after promotions and other costs. In Kansas, which legalized sports wagering in 2022, a similar taxing structure&nbsp;<a href="https://www.covers.com/industry/kansas-sports-betting-handle-rises-43-percent-year-over-year-in-may-june-13-2024" target="_blank">brought in $9.8 million for $172 million wagered</a>&nbsp;during June.

The ballot language anticipates Missouri revenue would be up to $28.9 million annually that would be spent on education programs.

Sports wagering has been&nbsp;<a href="https://www.americangaming.org/research/state-gaming-map/" target="_blank">legalized in 38 states and the District of Columbia</a>&nbsp;since the 2018 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down federal laws banning sports betting nationally. Large numbers of fans have crossed into Illinois and Kansas to place wagers.

“By keeping sports betting dollars in-state, we can invest in our students and communities and ensure a brighter future for Missouri,” campaign spokesman Jack Cardetti said.

The minimum wage and paid leave proposal builds on successful efforts in 2006 and 2018 to boost the pay of Missouri’s lowest wage workers.&nbsp;

The 2006 change set the wage at $6.50 an hour at a time when the federal minimum wage was $5.15 an hour. It also included indexing for inflation, which had increased the minimum to $7.80 an hour by 2018.

That year, voters approved a measure boosting the minimum wage to $8.60, with built-in boosts to $12 an hour by the start of 2023. The current rate, $12.30 an hour, is because of a cost-of-living adjustment applied Jan. 1.

If approved, the minimum wage would go to $13.75 an hour on Jan. 1 and go up again to $15 an hour on Jan. 1, 2026. After that, it would again be indexed for inflation.

The current federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour and it has not been increased since 2009.

In a statement after the certification, backers said the proposal will make families more secure financially and healthier because workers will be able to stay home if they are sick or a loved one needs care.

“Allowing workers to earn paid sick days and increasing the minimum wage is a huge step in the right direction,” Lora Gulley, director of community mobilization and advocacy at Generate Health in St Louis, said in the statement.

It cost backers $855,000 to put Proposition A on the ballot and the campaign fund had $1 million on hand on June 30. More than $1 million of the money raised has been donated by the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a Washington D.C.-based&nbsp;<a href="https://www.influencewatch.org/non-profit/sixteen-thirty-fund/" target="_blank">liberal dark money organization</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723635529784.png" alt=" Bill DeWitt III, president of the St. Louis Cardinals, foreground, testifies in favor of sports wagering alongside Todd George, executive vice president of Penn National Gaming, center, and Jeremy Kudon, president of the Sports Betting Alliance, during a legislative hearing in February 2024 (Rudi Keller/Missouri Independent)." />
 <figcaption> Bill DeWitt III, president of the St. Louis Cardinals, foreground, testifies in favor of sports wagering alongside Todd George, executive vice president of Penn National Gaming, center, and Jeremy Kudon, president of the Sports Betting Alliance, during a legislative hearing in February 2024 (Rudi Keller/Missouri Independent).</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Only one initiative campaign that submitted signatures, for a casino near the Lake of the Ozarks, failed to obtain enough signatures for the ballot, says secretary of state</h2>By RUDI KELLER&nbsp; <a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/missouri-senate-committee-advances-bill-to-ban-texting-while-driving/">Missouri Independent</a>An end run around the Missouri General Assembly has the nation’s two largest sports books driving hard to their goal of crossing home plate with a big payday.A constitutional amendment to&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/pro-sports-teams-submit-petition-signatures-to-legalize-sports-gambling-in-missouri/">legalize sports wagering</a>&nbsp;will be Amendment 2 on the Nov. 5 ballot, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s office said Tuesday, after finding that backers had enough signatures in six congressional districts to qualify.And a proposal for a&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/05/01/group-turns-in-signatures-to-put-minimum-wage-hike-paid-sick-leave-on-missouri-ballot/">higher minimum wage</a>&nbsp;will be on the ballot as Proposition A. It is the third time a measure to increase the minimum wage has been before voters. It has been successful both times previously and this time it is paired with a requirement that all employers provide paid time off to their workers at the rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked.A third initiative, to&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/backers-of-a-new-missouri-casino-near-the-lake-of-the-ozarks-submit-signatures-seeking-ballot-slot/">allow a new casino</a>&nbsp;to be licensed on the Osage River near the Lake of the Ozarks, did not make the ballot. The casino, intended to compete directly with a&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2021/10/29/osage-nation-plans-casino-hotel-for-missouris-lake-of-the-ozarks/">planned Osage Nation casino</a>, was 2,031 valid signatures short in the 2nd Congressional District.Organizers of the initiative under the name Osage River Gaming and Convention issued a statement that they are considering their next move.&nbsp;“We are confident that after all the signatures are counted and verified we will appear on the November 2024 ballot,” spokesman Ed Rhode said in the statement.Each initiative needed to hit a minimum number of signatures in six of Missouri’s eight congressional districts to make the ballot. There were 11,732 signatures that were deemed invalid in the submissions for the 2nd District.A constitutional amendment intended to protect reproductive rights, including the right to an abortion, was also certified. Barring a reversal on the Osage casino, there will be&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/petitions/2024BallotMeasures" target="_blank">four proposed constitutional amendments</a>&nbsp;on the ballot and one statutory change, the minimum wage petition.&nbsp;Each measure placed on the ballot will require a majority of votes to pass.The sports wagering initiative was launched late last year after major sports teams and casino companies were&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/11/07/players-in-missouri-gambling-debate-chase-stakes-worth-billions/">frustrated again in passing legislation</a>. The public-facing part of the campaign has been taken by the<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2023/11/07/players-in-missouri-gambling-debate-chase-stakes-worth-billions/">&nbsp;major pro sports teams</a>, but the money – $6.3 million for the signature campaign – has been provided by the two largest online sports wagering platforms, FanDuel and DraftKings.“Missouri is now just one step away from joining most other states in legalizing sports betting and being able to provide millions of dollars to Missouri classrooms,” Bill DeWitt III, president of the St. Louis Cardinals, said in a statement issued by the Winning for Missouri Education campaign. “On behalf of all six of Missouri’s professional sports teams, I would like to thank everyone who signed a petition to get this on the ballot.”Each of those six teams would be able to offer fans a branded wagering platform and receive exclusive advertising rights in and near their stadiums. The online wagering platforms could be licensed to operate independent of the teams and casinos, which would also receive the ability to apply for a license.The money won by the gaming industry would be taxed at 10% of the net after promotions and other costs. In Kansas, which legalized sports wagering in 2022, a similar taxing structure&nbsp;<a href="https://www.covers.com/industry/kansas-sports-betting-handle-rises-43-percent-year-over-year-in-may-june-13-2024" target="_blank">brought in $9.8 million for $172 million wagered</a>&nbsp;during June.The ballot language anticipates Missouri revenue would be up to $28.9 million annually that would be spent on education programs.Sports wagering has been&nbsp;<a href="https://www.americangaming.org/research/state-gaming-map/" target="_blank">legalized in 38 states and the District of Columbia</a>&nbsp;since the 2018 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down federal laws banning sports betting nationally. Large numbers of fans have crossed into Illinois and Kansas to place wagers.“By keeping sports betting dollars in-state, we can invest in our students and communities and ensure a brighter future for Missouri,” campaign spokesman Jack Cardetti said.The minimum wage and paid leave proposal builds on successful efforts in 2006 and 2018 to boost the pay of Missouri’s lowest wage workers.&nbsp;The 2006 change set the wage at $6.50 an hour at a time when the federal minimum wage was $5.15 an hour. It also included indexing for inflation, which had increased the minimum to $7.80 an hour by 2018.That year, voters approved a measure boosting the minimum wage to $8.60, with built-in boosts to $12 an hour by the start of 2023. The current rate, $12.30 an hour, is because of a cost-of-living adjustment applied Jan. 1.If approved, the minimum wage would go to $13.75 an hour on Jan. 1 and go up again to $15 an hour on Jan. 1, 2026. After that, it would again be indexed for inflation.The current federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour and it has not been increased since 2009.In a statement after the certification, backers said the proposal will make families more secure financially and healthier because workers will be able to stay home if they are sick or a loved one needs care.“Allowing workers to earn paid sick days and increasing the minimum wage is a huge step in the right direction,” Lora Gulley, director of community mobilization and advocacy at Generate Health in St Louis, said in the statement.It cost backers $855,000 to put Proposition A on the ballot and the campaign fund had $1 million on hand on June 30. More than $1 million of the money raised has been donated by the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a Washington D.C.-based&nbsp;<a href="https://www.influencewatch.org/non-profit/sixteen-thirty-fund/" target="_blank">liberal dark money organization</a>.

Sports wagering, minimum wage hike headed for November vote in Missouri

ATCHISON COUNTY, Mo. —Two people were injured in an accident just before 10a.m. Tuesday in Atchison County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by Charles A. Voss, 63, Odebolt, Iowa, was westbound on U.S. 136 three miles east of Rock Port.

The driver attempted to turn southbound onto Interstate 29. The Jeep struck an eastbound 2017 GMC Terrain driven by Damien J. P ritt, 43, Rock Port.

A private vehicle transported two passengers from the GMC including 48-year-old Nanyal R. Coon and a 17-year-old both from Rock Port to Fairfax Community Hospital. The driver were not injured. All four were properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

ATCHISON COUNTY, Mo. —Two people were injured in an accident just before 10a.m. Tuesday in Atchison County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by Charles A. Voss, 63, Odebolt, Iowa, was westbound on U.S. 136 three miles east of Rock Port.The driver attempted to turn southbound onto Interstate 29. The Jeep struck an eastbound 2017 GMC Terrain driven by Damien J. P ritt, 43, Rock Port.A private vehicle transported two passengers from the GMC including 48-year-old Nanyal R. Coon and a 17-year-old both from Rock Port to Fairfax Community Hospital. The driver were not injured. All four were properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

Adult, teen injured after Jeep, SUV crash

DAVIESS COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 9a.m. Tuesday in Daviess County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2003 Chevy Impala driven by Abigail M.Ethington, 18, Cameron, was eastbound on MO 6 at 165th Street in Altamont.

The car rear-ended a 2022 GMC Savannah driven by Joel T. Avila Feria, 52, Plant City, Florida, who was slowing to make a left turn.

Daviess Co. EMS transported Ethington to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Avila Feria was not injured. Ethington was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

DAVIESS COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 9a.m. Tuesday in Daviess County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2003 Chevy Impala driven by Abigail M.Ethington, 18, Cameron, was eastbound on MO 6 at 165th Street in Altamont.The car rear-ended a 2022 GMC Savannah driven by Joel T. Avila Feria, 52, Plant City, Florida, who was slowing to make a left turn.Daviess Co. EMS transported Ethington to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Avila Feria was not injured. Ethington was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

 Mo. teen hospitalized after rear-end crash

With students getting ready to head back to school, the Buchanan County Drug Strike Task Force wants kids to know about the dangers of drugs. Shawn Collie, with the Buchannan County Drug Strike Force, says younger children may be especially curious about drugs.

"Whether its THC or marijuana type products, we're seeing copycat products, like candy, being made to attract the attention of younger kids."

Some of those copycat products could look like well-known candies, such as Skittles, M&amp;Ms, or Warheads.

Collie says while THC levels in those products may be fine for adults, children's immune systems do not have the tolerance for these types of drugs. 

"We sometimes see overdoses or allergic reactions. A child may be on medication for a medical condition and the introduction of another drug, alcohol, or tobacco could have a negative effect on that child," Collie says.

Drug trends have changed over the years and Collie sees drug prevention and education as a big part of the job for members of the Drug Strike Force.

"A lot of the prevention we used to do was in the high schools, but what we're seeing with drug trends is that whether its alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs, younger and younger kids are trying them."

Collie says the Drug Strike Force tries to make contacts with schools, churches and other groups, and have conversations about drug prevention in 2nd and 3rd grade, on up.

Collie adds, "If we can do education and prevention early, that can save the enforcement side later in life."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716320706146.jpeg" alt="police light bar" />
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 </figure>St. Joseph PostWith students getting ready to head back to school, the Buchanan County Drug Strike Task Force wants kids to know about the dangers of drugs. Shawn Collie, with the Buchannan County Drug Strike Force, says younger children may be especially curious about drugs."Whether its THC or marijuana type products, we're seeing copycat products, like candy, being made to attract the attention of younger kids."Some of those copycat products could look like well-known candies, such as Skittles, M&amp;Ms, or Warheads.Collie says while THC levels in those products may be fine for adults, children's immune systems do not have the tolerance for these types of drugs. "We sometimes see overdoses or allergic reactions. A child may be on medication for a medical condition and the introduction of another drug, alcohol, or tobacco could have a negative effect on that child," Collie says.Drug trends have changed over the years and Collie sees drug prevention and education as a big part of the job for members of the Drug Strike Force."A lot of the prevention we used to do was in the high schools, but what we're seeing with drug trends is that whether its alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs, younger and younger kids are trying them."Collie says the Drug Strike Force tries to make contacts with schools, churches and other groups, and have conversations about drug prevention in 2nd and 3rd grade, on up.Collie adds, "If we can do education and prevention early, that can save the enforcement side later in life."

Drug Strike Force Talks Drug Prevention and Education for Younger Children

After spending most of Training Camp in St. Joseph recovering from offseason shoulder surgery, Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson returned to practice last week.  

Watson played through most of last season with a shoulder injury, choosing not to sit out.  

Since returning from the physically unable to perform list near the end of camp, his first practice coming at the start of last week, Watson says it's been a challenge 

"You know the coach is pushing me to get my conditioning back, get my legs back, so it's been going good as of late," Watson tells reporters following practice. 

Watson is competing with players like Joshua Williams and Nazeeh Johnson to earn the number two cornerback spot behind Trent McDuffie.

Watson says the competition has been fun, but it's nothing new.  

"We've been doing this for three years, it's always been healthy competition, we always root for each other's success, and whoever is going to take the spot is going to be willing of it," Watson says. 

On top of a battle for the second cornerback spot, another battle has caught the eyes of fans during Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph.  

The battle for the starting left tackle between second year pro Wanya Morris and rookie Kingsley Suamataia has been one of the biggest camp battles.  

Suamataia got his first bit of game action on Saturday against the Jaguars and says he feels good about his performance 

"I went against one of the pass rushers in the league Josh Allen, he's a dog I've watched him since I was in college and high school, so it was a great experience," Suamataia says. "It's funny, I went against this guy, and I was like 'Ok I belong here, I can play with these guys', but I just can't wait for Detroit now." 

With Morris currently injured, Suamataia has been getting most of the reps with the first team offense and does look poised to earn the starting job.  

The Chiefs were on the practice fields for just over two hours today.  They practice again tomorrow at 9:15.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723574554305.jpeg" alt="Chiefs fans have been treated to several players competing to win a spot at their position during Chiefs Training Camp/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs fans have been treated to several players competing to win a spot at their position during Chiefs Training Camp/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post After spending most of Training Camp in St. Joseph recovering from offseason shoulder surgery, Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson returned to practice last week. Watson played through most of last season with a shoulder injury, choosing not to sit out. Since returning from the physically unable to perform list near the end of camp, his first practice coming at the start of last week, Watson says it's been a challenge "You know the coach is pushing me to get my conditioning back, get my legs back, so it's been going good as of late," Watson tells reporters following practice. Watson is competing with players like Joshua Williams and Nazeeh Johnson to earn the number two cornerback spot behind Trent McDuffie.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723574620919.jpeg" alt="Joshua Wiliams, one player competing for the second cornerback spot, walks down the hill to practice/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Joshua Wiliams, one player competing for the second cornerback spot, walks down the hill to practice/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>Watson says the competition has been fun, but it's nothing new. "We've been doing this for three years, it's always been healthy competition, we always root for each other's success, and whoever is going to take the spot is going to be willing of it," Watson says. On top of a battle for the second cornerback spot, another battle has caught the eyes of fans during Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph. The battle for the starting left tackle between second year pro Wanya Morris and rookie Kingsley Suamataia has been one of the biggest camp battles. Suamataia got his first bit of game action on Saturday against the Jaguars and says he feels good about his performance "I went against one of the pass rushers in the league Josh Allen, he's a dog I've watched him since I was in college and high school, so it was a great experience," Suamataia says. "It's funny, I went against this guy, and I was like 'Ok I belong here, I can play with these guys', but I just can't wait for Detroit now." With Morris currently injured, Suamataia has been getting most of the reps with the first team offense and does look poised to earn the starting job. The Chiefs were on the practice fields for just over two hours today. They practice again tomorrow at 9:15.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1721759260951.jpeg" alt="Kingsley Suamataia signs autographs for fans/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Kingsley Suamataia signs autographs for fans/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>

Chiefs fans see position battles play out during Training Camp in St. Joseph

By RUDI KELLER &nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/missouri-senate-committee-advances-bill-to-ban-texting-while-driving/">Missouri Independent</a>

The ballot language written by lawmakers for a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/24info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&amp;BillID=433" target="_blank">proposed constitutional amendment</a>&nbsp;stating&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/06/04/already-outlawed-in-missouri-noncitizen-voting-ban-will-appear-on-statewide-ballot/">“only citizens of the United States”</a>&nbsp;can vote and banning ranked-choice voting is fair and should be on the Nov. 5 ballot without changes, a Cole County judge ruled Monday.

The “fair ballot language” summary written by Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft also correctly conveys the central features of the measure, which&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/petitions/2024BallotMeasures" target="_blank">will be Amendment 7</a>&nbsp;on the ballot, Circuit Judge Cotton Walker wrote in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.courts.mo.gov/fv/c/Judgment_FINAL.pdf?courtCode=19&amp;di=3257565" target="_blank">an 11-page decision</a>.

The summary statement for the proposal, Walker wrote, “is not untrue or partial, and it does not use language that is intentionally argumentative or likely to create prejudice for the measure nor does it incorrectly describe SJR78.”

Two voters, one from St. Louis and one from Webster Groves, sued over the language, arguing that it is imprecise in its references to the current legal status of non-citizen voting and omits the fact that it is currently illegal in Missouri for non-citizens to vote. The lawsuit named legislative leaders and Ashcroft as defendants in their official capacity for the 50-word summary written by lawmakers and the language intended to give a full description written by Ashcroft.

While the attorneys defending the language wouldn’t give a definitive answer on whether non-citizens can currently vote during the July 29 trial, Walker noted, “the court doubts whether the defendants or their counsel actually believe that non-citizens are currently allowed to vote.”

Lawmakers voted to put the measure on the ballot when they were unable to pass&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/02/05/as-few-as-1-in-5-voters-could-defeat-initiative-petitions-under-missouri-senate-proposal/">a more controversial proposal</a>&nbsp;to change how a majority is calculated on constitutional amendments proposed by initiative petition.&nbsp;

That measure also included the provisions barring non-citizens from voting.

The ban on ranked-choice voting is a reaction to a&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2022/06/16/ranked-choice-voting-proposal-may-miss-missouri-ballot-campaign-says/">failed 2022 initiative</a>&nbsp;to institute the process where voters are allowed to designate candidates as their second and third choices for an office, with votes for candidates who have the fewest votes distributed to their other choices in races where no candidate receives a majority.

The language written by lawmakers asks whether the constitution should be amended to:

The first bullet point “conveys the feature without bias, prejudice, deception or favoritism,” Walker wrote in his ruling.&nbsp;

The challengers wanted “state statute” substituted for “state law” in the first point because a statute currently requires anyone registering to vote to state whether they are a citizen.

“The court does not believe a reasonable voter will be misled or deceived into what the measure will do or that the word ‘law’ is unfair and insufficient as it is used as synonym for ‘state statute’,” Walker wrote.

Missouri allowed non-citizens to vote from 1865 to 1924, when an amendment proposed by a state Constitutional Convention&nbsp;<a href="https://mdh.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/bluebook/id/12864/rec/25" target="_blank">passed with 53.5% of the vote</a>.

The language describing provisions on how elections should be run is also fair, Walker said. He rejected arguments that it should include a reference to a carve-out allowing St. Louis to continue&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2021/02/28/st-louis-candidates-mayor-nonpartisan-primary/">using “approval voting” in local elections</a>&nbsp;or that voters might think it allows only one candidate per office in the general election.

“The court does not believe,” Walker wrote, “that any voter will be misled into thinking that when casting future ballots if (the proposal) is adopted, that they can only vote for one specific person on the ballot and no others.”

The decision came a day before Ashcroft is required to certify whether&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/abortion-minimum-wage-campaigns-missouri-ballot/">four measures proposed by initiative</a>&nbsp;had enough signatures to make the ballot. Three measures, to secure abortion rights, legalize sports wagering and allow a new casino near the Lake of the Ozarks, would amend the constitution. The fourth, to increase the minimum wage and require employers to provide paid personal leave, would amend state statute.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723565113046.png" alt=" Ballot language for a proposed constitutional amendment banning non-citizen and ranked-choice voting will not be changed, a judge ruled Monday (Anna Spoerre/Missouri Independent)." />
 <figcaption> Ballot language for a proposed constitutional amendment banning non-citizen and ranked-choice voting will not be changed, a judge ruled Monday (Anna Spoerre/Missouri Independent).</figcaption>
 </figure>By RUDI KELLER &nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/missouri-senate-committee-advances-bill-to-ban-texting-while-driving/">Missouri Independent</a>The ballot language written by lawmakers for a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/24info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&amp;BillID=433" target="_blank">proposed constitutional amendment</a>&nbsp;stating&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/06/04/already-outlawed-in-missouri-noncitizen-voting-ban-will-appear-on-statewide-ballot/">“only citizens of the United States”</a>&nbsp;can vote and banning ranked-choice voting is fair and should be on the Nov. 5 ballot without changes, a Cole County judge ruled Monday.The “fair ballot language” summary written by Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft also correctly conveys the central features of the measure, which&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/petitions/2024BallotMeasures" target="_blank">will be Amendment 7</a>&nbsp;on the ballot, Circuit Judge Cotton Walker wrote in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.courts.mo.gov/fv/c/Judgment_FINAL.pdf?courtCode=19&amp;di=3257565" target="_blank">an 11-page decision</a>.The summary statement for the proposal, Walker wrote, “is not untrue or partial, and it does not use language that is intentionally argumentative or likely to create prejudice for the measure nor does it incorrectly describe SJR78.”Two voters, one from St. Louis and one from Webster Groves, sued over the language, arguing that it is imprecise in its references to the current legal status of non-citizen voting and omits the fact that it is currently illegal in Missouri for non-citizens to vote. The lawsuit named legislative leaders and Ashcroft as defendants in their official capacity for the 50-word summary written by lawmakers and the language intended to give a full description written by Ashcroft.While the attorneys defending the language wouldn’t give a definitive answer on whether non-citizens can currently vote during the July 29 trial, Walker noted, “the court doubts whether the defendants or their counsel actually believe that non-citizens are currently allowed to vote.”Lawmakers voted to put the measure on the ballot when they were unable to pass&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2024/02/05/as-few-as-1-in-5-voters-could-defeat-initiative-petitions-under-missouri-senate-proposal/">a more controversial proposal</a>&nbsp;to change how a majority is calculated on constitutional amendments proposed by initiative petition.&nbsp;That measure also included the provisions barring non-citizens from voting.The ban on ranked-choice voting is a reaction to a&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2022/06/16/ranked-choice-voting-proposal-may-miss-missouri-ballot-campaign-says/">failed 2022 initiative</a>&nbsp;to institute the process where voters are allowed to designate candidates as their second and third choices for an office, with votes for candidates who have the fewest votes distributed to their other choices in races where no candidate receives a majority.The language written by lawmakers asks whether the constitution should be amended to:<ul>
 <li>Make the Constitution consistent with state law by only allowing citizens of the United States to vote;</li><li>Prohibit the ranking of candidates by limiting voters to a single vote per candidate or issue; and</li><li>Require the plurality winner of a political party primary to be the single candidate at a general election?</li>
 </ul>The first bullet point “conveys the feature without bias, prejudice, deception or favoritism,” Walker wrote in his ruling.&nbsp;The challengers wanted “state statute” substituted for “state law” in the first point because a statute currently requires anyone registering to vote to state whether they are a citizen.“The court does not believe a reasonable voter will be misled or deceived into what the measure will do or that the word ‘law’ is unfair and insufficient as it is used as synonym for ‘state statute’,” Walker wrote.Missouri allowed non-citizens to vote from 1865 to 1924, when an amendment proposed by a state Constitutional Convention&nbsp;<a href="https://mdh.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/bluebook/id/12864/rec/25" target="_blank">passed with 53.5% of the vote</a>.The language describing provisions on how elections should be run is also fair, Walker said. He rejected arguments that it should include a reference to a carve-out allowing St. Louis to continue&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/2021/02/28/st-louis-candidates-mayor-nonpartisan-primary/">using “approval voting” in local elections</a>&nbsp;or that voters might think it allows only one candidate per office in the general election.“The court does not believe,” Walker wrote, “that any voter will be misled into thinking that when casting future ballots if (the proposal) is adopted, that they can only vote for one specific person on the ballot and no others.”The decision came a day before Ashcroft is required to certify whether&nbsp;<a href="https://missouriindependent.com/briefs/abortion-minimum-wage-campaigns-missouri-ballot/">four measures proposed by initiative</a>&nbsp;had enough signatures to make the ballot. Three measures, to secure abortion rights, legalize sports wagering and allow a new casino near the Lake of the Ozarks, would amend the constitution. The fourth, to increase the minimum wage and require employers to provide paid personal leave, would amend state statute.

Judge upholds ballot language to ban noncitizen voting, already illegal in Missouri

A public hearing will be held Thursday by the Missouri Department of Transportation on the final plans regarding the I-229 double decker bridge. 

District design engineer Shannon Kusilek says the meeting is being held to inform the public about the current plan for I-229. 

"Letting folks know how we got there, some of the options we may have looked at, and why we came up with the solution that we have," Kusilek tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. 

The current preferred alternative plan is to remove the double decker bridge and move to a four-lane road in the same location. 

Kusilek says there's been no surprising reaction to the plan, but is aware some see it as controversial 

"There's people who do like the structure, and like the way it is, but then there's the business community and others that would like to see it come down to open up the riverfront, so we've had to work through all those things, and that's why it's taken so long partially," Kusilek explains.  

"Because we've had to work with the city and they actually threw out their own alternative plan at one point that we looked at before but didn't consider because of environmental issues, we've had to work through a lot of things." 

Kusilek says the meeting on Thursday will give residents an opportunity to learn about the plan 

"Just tables and different things throughout, of how we developed our plan, so there will be places to get information on that," Kusilek says.  "But at the end we do have a place for people to give their comments and we're going to take the comments and then once the public meeting is done, the study's not completely over yet, we would take all our comments and summarize them and send them with the request for a record of decision." 

Which will be sent to the Federal Highway Administration where they will look and verify that there are no red flags to deter from the plan.  

The meeting will be held on Thursday at the Remington Nature Center from 4 to 6pm. 

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1680807589405.jpeg" alt="I-229 Double decker overpass/ File photo" />
 <figcaption>I-229 Double decker overpass/ File photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post A public hearing will be held Thursday by the Missouri Department of Transportation on the final plans regarding the I-229 double decker bridge. District design engineer Shannon Kusilek says the meeting is being held to inform the public about the current plan for I-229. "Letting folks know how we got there, some of the options we may have looked at, and why we came up with the solution that we have," Kusilek tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. The current preferred alternative plan is to remove the double decker bridge and move to a four-lane road in the same location. Kusilek says there's been no surprising reaction to the plan, but is aware some see it as controversial "There's people who do like the structure, and like the way it is, but then there's the business community and others that would like to see it come down to open up the riverfront, so we've had to work through all those things, and that's why it's taken so long partially," Kusilek explains. "Because we've had to work with the city and they actually threw out their own alternative plan at one point that we looked at before but didn't consider because of environmental issues, we've had to work through a lot of things." Kusilek says the meeting on Thursday will give residents an opportunity to learn about the plan "Just tables and different things throughout, of how we developed our plan, so there will be places to get information on that," Kusilek says. "But at the end we do have a place for people to give their comments and we're going to take the comments and then once the public meeting is done, the study's not completely over yet, we would take all our comments and summarize them and send them with the request for a record of decision." Which will be sent to the Federal Highway Administration where they will look and verify that there are no red flags to deter from the plan. The meeting will be held on Thursday at the Remington Nature Center from 4 to 6pm. You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Public hearing on Thursday regarding future of I-229 double decker bridge

HOLT COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 2:30a.m. Monday in Holt County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2021 Chevy Silverado driven by Chris A. Kurtz, 64, Oregon, Mo., was southbound on Olive Drive one mile south of Holt 245 and four miles northwest of Oregon.

The pickup traveled off the east side of the road, returned to the road, traveled off the west side of the road, returned to the road a second time and the driver failed to negotiate a curve in the road. The pickup traveled off the road, traveled through a field and struck a tree.

Kurtz was arrested on a requested charges of Driving While Intoxicated and Carless and Imprudent driving.&nbsp; A private vehicle transported Kurtz to Fairfax Community Hospital.&nbsp; He was also not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

HOLT COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 2:30a.m. Monday in Holt County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2021 Chevy Silverado driven by Chris A. Kurtz, 64, Oregon, Mo., was southbound on Olive Drive one mile south of Holt 245 and four miles northwest of Oregon.The pickup traveled off the east side of the road, returned to the road, traveled off the west side of the road, returned to the road a second time and the driver failed to negotiate a curve in the road. The pickup traveled off the road, traveled through a field and struck a tree.Kurtz was arrested on a requested charges of Driving While Intoxicated and Carless and Imprudent driving.&nbsp; A private vehicle transported Kurtz to Fairfax Community Hospital.&nbsp; He was also not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

Mo. man accused of DWI after pickup strikes a tree

&nbsp;Perrigo Company plc is issuing a voluntary recall at the retailer and warehouse level of three lots within one batch, or 16,500 cans, of store brand Premium Infant Formula with Iron Milk-Based Powder due to levels of Vitamin D above the maximum level permitted, according to a statement from the Food and Drug Administration.&nbsp;

The recalled product was shipped to H-E-B Grocery Company, LP in TX ; and CVS Missouri, Florida, California, South Carolina, Virginia, Indiana, Tennessee, New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. No other products or retailers are impacted by this recall.

The Company is initiating this voluntary recall in consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). There have been no reports of adverse events to date attributed to the elevated levels of Vitamin D in the product subject to this recall, which was determined through routine testing.

For the vast majority of infants, short-term consumption of the affected lot codes is unlikely to cause adverse health implications. In a small subset of physiologically vulnerable infants (e.g., impaired renal function), there is the potential that consumption of the recalled product could result in health complications. Parents and caregivers who may have purchased the product should look for the lot codes below with “use by” dates, which can be found on the bottom of the package and should contact their health care provider if they have any concerns.

Perrigo has taken immediate action by notifying H-E-B Grocery Company, LP and CVS directly and asking them to examine their retail and warehouse inventory and isolate the product.

Product shipped to CVS beginning February 6, 2024, being recalled:

T11LMYC – USE BY 11NOV2025(Material: 975261, UPC: 050428318034)

Product shipped to H-E-B Grocery Company, LP beginning February 2, 2024, being recalled:

T11LMXC – USE BY 11NOV2025T09LMXC – USE BY 09NOV2025(Material: 788362, UPC: 041220164578)

No other lot codes are impacted by this recall.

If infants experience any symptoms while using the product, report them to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm">www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm</a>. Additionally, please contact your healthcare provider.

Any questions or concerns regarding the recall or adverse events associated with these lot codes can be communicated to Perrigo Consumer Affairs at 1-800-538-9543, M-F from 8:00am-5:00pm EST.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723490770406.png" alt="Photo FDA" />
 <figcaption>Photo FDA</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;Perrigo Company plc is issuing a voluntary recall at the retailer and warehouse level of three lots within one batch, or 16,500 cans, of store brand Premium Infant Formula with Iron Milk-Based Powder due to levels of Vitamin D above the maximum level permitted, according to a statement from the Food and Drug Administration.&nbsp;The recalled product was shipped to H-E-B Grocery Company, LP in TX ; and CVS Missouri, Florida, California, South Carolina, Virginia, Indiana, Tennessee, New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. No other products or retailers are impacted by this recall.The Company is initiating this voluntary recall in consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). There have been no reports of adverse events to date attributed to the elevated levels of Vitamin D in the product subject to this recall, which was determined through routine testing.For the vast majority of infants, short-term consumption of the affected lot codes is unlikely to cause adverse health implications. In a small subset of physiologically vulnerable infants (e.g., impaired renal function), there is the potential that consumption of the recalled product could result in health complications. Parents and caregivers who may have purchased the product should look for the lot codes below with “use by” dates, which can be found on the bottom of the package and should contact their health care provider if they have any concerns.Perrigo has taken immediate action by notifying H-E-B Grocery Company, LP and CVS directly and asking them to examine their retail and warehouse inventory and isolate the product.Product shipped to CVS beginning February 6, 2024, being recalled:T11LMYC – USE BY 11NOV2025(Material: 975261, UPC: 050428318034)Product shipped to H-E-B Grocery Company, LP beginning February 2, 2024, being recalled:T11LMXC – USE BY 11NOV2025T09LMXC – USE BY 09NOV2025(Material: 788362, UPC: 041220164578)No other lot codes are impacted by this recall.If infants experience any symptoms while using the product, report them to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm">www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm</a>. Additionally, please contact your healthcare provider.Any questions or concerns regarding the recall or adverse events associated with these lot codes can be communicated to Perrigo Consumer Affairs at 1-800-538-9543, M-F from 8:00am-5:00pm EST.

Recall: Baby formula sold at CVS, H-E-B in Missouri, 11 other states

Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory is marking 130 years of business in St. Joseph. The funeral home was founded in 1894 and has been owned continuously by the same family for five generations.

Michael Meierhoffer, who has been with the company for over fifty years, says the funeral home has been in the current location for about 20 years. "We made a decision to leave 20th and Frederick and relocate our business to the cemetery at Memorial Park, which we purchased about three years prior to that."

The funeral business has changed a lot in 130 years, and Meierhoffer notes they had to change with the times, "We had to have more room. We had to have a completely new layout in order to handle the facilities people need."

Meierhoffer says, "A funeral home, as we know it today, didn't really exist in St. Joseph until my grandfather built a funeral home designed to handle embalming in 1927, which was state of the art at the time."

Today, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory offers a wide array of services,&nbsp;with Meierhoffer adding, "We are now a funeral home, crematory, cemetery, and mausoleum. We have pet services, known as Family Pals, along with prearrangement services.

Meierhoffer notes, "Our philosophy is continuing in leadership. With people, with facilities, with merchandise, and cemetery services."

Meierhoffer's sons, Scott and Todd, are currently running the company.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701880136271.jpeg" alt="Meierhoffer Funeral Home" />
 <figcaption>Meierhoffer Funeral Home</figcaption>
 </figure>By Ryan SkaithSt. Joseph PostMeierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory is marking 130 years of business in St. Joseph. The funeral home was founded in 1894 and has been owned continuously by the same family for five generations.Michael Meierhoffer, who has been with the company for over fifty years, says the funeral home has been in the current location for about 20 years. "We made a decision to leave 20th and Frederick and relocate our business to the cemetery at Memorial Park, which we purchased about three years prior to that."The funeral business has changed a lot in 130 years, and Meierhoffer notes they had to change with the times, "We had to have more room. We had to have a completely new layout in order to handle the facilities people need."Meierhoffer says, "A funeral home, as we know it today, didn't really exist in St. Joseph until my grandfather built a funeral home designed to handle embalming in 1927, which was state of the art at the time."Today, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory offers a wide array of services,&nbsp;with Meierhoffer adding, "We are now a funeral home, crematory, cemetery, and mausoleum. We have pet services, known as Family Pals, along with prearrangement services.Meierhoffer notes, "Our philosophy is continuing in leadership. With people, with facilities, with merchandise, and cemetery services."Meierhoffer's sons, Scott and Todd, are currently running the company.

Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory Celebrating 130 Years in St. Joseph

Saturday's preseason game gave Chiefs rookies their first taste of game action after several weeks of training camp in St. Joseph.  

One rookie that stood out among the rest was undrafted running back Carson Steele, who has been a hidden gem of sorts through camp.  

Steele has run this camp as both a running back and a fullback, and says his goal coming into camp was to be a Swiss army knife 

"Try to do it all type of deal and wherever they need to put me in is where I can get in," Steele tells reporters following practice.  "So, like implementing the fullback in there as well, being able to block, especially being able to catch out of the backfield too, not only run." 

Steele scored the lone Chiefs touchdown in the game against Jacksonville, rushing four times for 29 yards.  

Steele has been that do it all back and has the potential to give the Chiefs an actual fullback, their first fullback since the retirement of Anthony Sherman.

Head Coach Andy Reid says Steele has been working out at the fullback position as needed. 

"We used Noah (Gray) there last year who can still do that, but he's (Steele) got to be a good special teams player, if he's going to make the team, he's got to be a good special teams player, he's to to be able to carry the football and stay aggressive like he's doing right now," Reid explains. "But he had a productive day." 

Chiefs first round pick Xavier Worthy also got his first bit of actual game action in Saturday's preseason loss to the Jaguars.  

And after an early injury to receiver Hollywood Brown, Worthy's role in the offense could expand even more, at least for the first few weeks.  

Worthy though says even with the injury to Brown, his mindset does not change, and his mindset is to just be the best 

"Hollywood's definitely one of the leaders, he shows me a lot, teaches me a lot, but I feel like him just being there regardless is going to help me a lot," Worthy says. "But my mindset is to just be the best regardless." 

Worthy was held without a catch or a target in the first preseason game but could be used more this Saturday against Detroit.  

It was a lighter 10-10-10 practice today for the Chiefs.  They practice again tomorrow at 9:15 in St. Joseph.

A handful of injured Chiefs returned to practice on Monday, but there was also a handful that sat out with injuries. 

Absent from practice today were Hollywood Brown (shoulder), Bryan Cook (personal), Clyde Edwards-Helaire (sickness), McKade Mettauer, BJ Thompson.  Also sitting out practice, but still at the fields were Jaaron Hayek, Chris Jones (shoulder), Wanya Morris (knee), Charles Omenihu (PUP list) 

A positive sign for Chiefs fans was the return of safety Justin Reid from the non-injured list, Reid spent most of training camp just out at the fields in a jersey and shorts.  Nick Bolton also returned, though he wore the yellow non-contact jersey and also had his left elbow heavily taped. Kadarius Toney was also back at practice on Monday.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723347239799.jpeg" alt="Running back Carson Steele, who scored a touchdown in the Chiefs first preseason game, catches a pass during Training Camp in St. Joseph/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Running back Carson Steele, who scored a touchdown in the Chiefs first preseason game, catches a pass during Training Camp in St. Joseph/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post Saturday's preseason game gave Chiefs rookies their first taste of game action after several weeks of training camp in St. Joseph. One rookie that stood out among the rest was undrafted running back Carson Steele, who has been a hidden gem of sorts through camp. Steele has run this camp as both a running back and a fullback, and says his goal coming into camp was to be a Swiss army knife "Try to do it all type of deal and wherever they need to put me in is where I can get in," Steele tells reporters following practice. "So, like implementing the fullback in there as well, being able to block, especially being able to catch out of the backfield too, not only run." Steele scored the lone Chiefs touchdown in the game against Jacksonville, rushing four times for 29 yards. Steele has been that do it all back and has the potential to give the Chiefs an actual fullback, their first fullback since the retirement of Anthony Sherman.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723488521662.jpeg" alt="Carson Steele/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Carson Steele/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>Head Coach Andy Reid says Steele has been working out at the fullback position as needed. "We used Noah (Gray) there last year who can still do that, but he's (Steele) got to be a good special teams player, if he's going to make the team, he's got to be a good special teams player, he's to to be able to carry the football and stay aggressive like he's doing right now," Reid explains. "But he had a productive day." Chiefs first round pick Xavier Worthy also got his first bit of actual game action in Saturday's preseason loss to the Jaguars. And after an early injury to receiver Hollywood Brown, Worthy's role in the offense could expand even more, at least for the first few weeks. Worthy though says even with the injury to Brown, his mindset does not change, and his mindset is to just be the best "Hollywood's definitely one of the leaders, he shows me a lot, teaches me a lot, but I feel like him just being there regardless is going to help me a lot," Worthy says. "But my mindset is to just be the best regardless." Worthy was held without a catch or a target in the first preseason game but could be used more this Saturday against Detroit. It was a lighter 10-10-10 practice today for the Chiefs. They practice again tomorrow at 9:15 in St. Joseph.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723488441351.jpeg" alt="Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy makes a catch against rookie cornerback Miles Battle/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy makes a catch against rookie cornerback Miles Battle/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>Injury Report A handful of injured Chiefs returned to practice on Monday, but there was also a handful that sat out with injuries. Absent from practice today were Hollywood Brown (shoulder), Bryan Cook (personal), Clyde Edwards-Helaire (sickness), McKade Mettauer, BJ Thompson. Also sitting out practice, but still at the fields were Jaaron Hayek, Chris Jones (shoulder), Wanya Morris (knee), Charles Omenihu (PUP list) A positive sign for Chiefs fans was the return of safety Justin Reid from the non-injured list, Reid spent most of training camp just out at the fields in a jersey and shorts. Nick Bolton also returned, though he wore the yellow non-contact jersey and also had his left elbow heavily taped. Kadarius Toney was also back at practice on Monday.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

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Northern Missouri Congressman Sam Graves says the United
States must back Israel in its fight against Hamas.

And, the Republican Congressman who serves on the House Armed
Service Committee, is puzzled by the reaction of some Americans.

“And I think it’s fascinating, too, what we’re seeing in the
country in terms of this support for the terrorists, for Hamas in Gaza as if somehow,
they were attacked when in fact they attacked Israel,” Graves tells host Barry
Birr on the KFEQ Hotline. “It wasn’t even a military attack. It was targeted to
citizens, at a concert.”

Hamas militants invaded southern Israel, killing more than 1,100
and kidnapping around 250.

The war that sparked has killed 10s of thousands.

Graves is bucking a sentiment forming in his party, backing
Ukraine as it attempts to repel the invasion by Russia.

Many Republicans in Washington have soured on the war in
Ukraine, questioning its relevance to national security.

Graves says there is no question the U.S. wants to stop Russia
from moving into NATO member countries. Graves isn’t sure what the intent of
Russian President Vladmir Putin.

“I have the burden and the privilege of seeing the intelligence
when it comes to what we believe Putin intends to do, what he wants to do,” Graves
says. “That would ultimately mean men and women, United States soldier, sailors,
airmen, Marines fighting Russians. That is the last thing that we need.”

Graves has been impressed by Ukraine’s response to the invasion
by Russia, which he believes caught Putin by surprise.

“Putin, he never expected Ukraine to last as long as it has
and continue to fight back and continue to be able to push back on what is
believed one of the strongest militaries in the world,” according to Graves. “He
basically ran into a buzzsaw and he’s still in it.”

Graves says the United States must make every effort to keep
Russia from extending the war into NATO aligned countries.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723227497367.jpeg" alt="Congressman Sam Graves/file photo" />
 <figcaption>Congressman Sam Graves/file photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostNorthern Missouri Congressman Sam Graves says the United
States must back Israel in its fight against Hamas.And, the Republican Congressman who serves on the House Armed
Service Committee, is puzzled by the reaction of some Americans.“And I think it’s fascinating, too, what we’re seeing in the
country in terms of this support for the terrorists, for Hamas in Gaza as if somehow,
they were attacked when in fact they attacked Israel,” Graves tells host Barry
Birr on the KFEQ Hotline. “It wasn’t even a military attack. It was targeted to
citizens, at a concert.”Hamas militants invaded southern Israel, killing more than 1,100
and kidnapping around 250.The war that sparked has killed 10s of thousands.Graves is bucking a sentiment forming in his party, backing
Ukraine as it attempts to repel the invasion by Russia.Many Republicans in Washington have soured on the war in
Ukraine, questioning its relevance to national security.Graves says there is no question the U.S. wants to stop Russia
from moving into NATO member countries. Graves isn’t sure what the intent of
Russian President Vladmir Putin.“I have the burden and the privilege of seeing the intelligence
when it comes to what we believe Putin intends to do, what he wants to do,” Graves
says. “That would ultimately mean men and women, United States soldier, sailors,
airmen, Marines fighting Russians. That is the last thing that we need.”Graves has been impressed by Ukraine’s response to the invasion
by Russia, which he believes caught Putin by surprise.“Putin, he never expected Ukraine to last as long as it has
and continue to fight back and continue to be able to push back on what is
believed one of the strongest militaries in the world,” according to Graves. “He
basically ran into a buzzsaw and he’s still in it.”Graves says the United States must make every effort to keep
Russia from extending the war into NATO aligned countries.You can follow Brent on X @GBrentKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Graves backs Israel, military aid to Ukraine

The annual shoe distribution hosted by AFL-CIO Community Services will help provide students in need with new shoes for the upcoming school year.  

By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post The annual shoe distribution hosted by AFL-CIO Community Services will help provide students in need with new shoes for the upcoming school year. The Soles 4 Christ shoe distribution serves students preschool through 12th grade from Andrew, Buchanan, Clinton, and Dekalb counties in Missouri as well as Doniphan County in Kansas Executive Director Nichi Seckinger says during the event families will come in with their children to pick out their shoes. "They'll go through a sizing, we size the children and make sure the shoes fit well, have them take a couple steps around and make sure everything is fitting the way it needs to, because of course we want these shoes to last them the entire school year," Seckinger tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. "And once everyone has a pair of shoes they're sent out into the wild for the rest of the summer for a few more days until school starts." The agency spent the last month collecting shoes for the event. Distribution begins today. i Seckinger believes the agency is in pretty decent shape heading into the distribution. "We've had right at 1,00 pair of shoes come in, and last year we had right at 1,000 kids, we are anticipating that it could be more this year the numbers have increased every year since COVID," Seckinger explains. "So we think that we'll probably get closer to our 1,200 which was our average before, I think we're going to hit about there." There is still some time to donate new tennis shoes for the distribution which can be dropped off at the AFL-CIO Community Services offices. Distribution begins this morning at 9 o’clock at the Scottish Rites Temple in St. Joseph. Distribution continues tomorrow; the hours are from 9am to 7pm both days.

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