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A historic storm system swept through Grundy County Saturday night, dropping nearly nine inches of rain and breaking a local precipitation record that had stood since the 1800s. The severe weather, accompanied by destructive hail and high winds, caused hundreds of thousands of dollars in infrastructure damage and flooded upwards of two hundred homes across…

Public high schools across St. Joseph celebrated their graduating seniors on Sunday with a series of commencement ceremonies at the Civic Arena. Hundreds of students from Central High School and Lafayette High School crossed the stage to receive their diplomas throughout the afternoon. The events marked the culmination of four years of hard work and…

The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art in St. Joseph, Missouri, will open two new exhibitions exploring Midwestern landscapes and narrative art on Friday, May 22nd. The dual showcase features expressive bronze figures and drawings by Hollis Williford alongside atmospheric prairie paintings by Keith Jacobshagen. Members of the public can view the collections during a free opening…

A Skidmore, Missouri man already charged with two counts of first-degree murder is now facing additional felonies following an alleged jailbreak attempt. Authorities state that 20-year-old Keevin Maupin has been hit with new charges including first-degree assault and attempted escape by striking a person. Maupin, who is accused of killing two women inside a home…

The Missouri State Highway Patrol has announced several leadership promotions and transfers effective June 1, 2026. Key changes include Sergeant Anthony M. Richerson’s promotion to Lieutenant in the Professional Standards Division, while Lieutenant John W. Dick will rise to the rank of Captain to lead that same division. Additionally, Captain Joseph A. Veaseman is scheduled…