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Driver avoids deer, crashes on Route C near Savannah
A Missouri man sustained minor injuries Tuesday night after his car veered off the road in an attempt to avoid a deer on Route C. At approximately 9:22 p.m. on April 30, 2024, Richard Stinson of Maryville was driving his 2004 Chevrolet Impala northbound when he encountered a deer. In an effort to avoid the animal, Stinson applied brakes and subsequently lost control of the vehicle. The car traveled off the east side of the roadway, striking an embankment and coming to rest facing northeast.
Deer in roadway causes Chevrolet and Freightliner crash on I-29
A collision on Interstate 29 resulted in injuries and significant vehicle damage late Tuesday night. The incident occurred at mile marker 76.6 when a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox collided with a deer and subsequently was struck from behind by a 2012 Freightliner Cascadia. Kevin M. Davis, 49, from Craig, Missouri, was...
Shen outdoor pool closed this summer
(Shenandoah) -- Despite recent rainfall, continuing drought conditions are forcing Shenandoah officials to keep the city's outdoor pool closed this summer. Following Wednesday's Shenandoah Parks and Recreation Board of Directors' meeting, city officials announced Thursday that the Wilson Aquatic Center will not open in 2024. Officials say the city remains under stage 4 water rationing regulations, which prohibit the filling of swimming pools in the community. While saying the decision didn't come easy, officials add the city must follow the same rules as residents under stage 4 conservation. City Administrator A.J. Lyman tells KMA News last weekend's heavy rainfall wasn't enough to boost the city's low water levels.
Page County board hears progress update on jail design
(Clarinda) -- Project leaders hope to have the new Page County jail project out for bid early next month. Meeting in regular session Thursday morning, the Page County Board of Supervisors heard an update from Samuels Group General Manager Jeff Curtis on the planning and design of the new 19,700-square-foot facility. Voters in November backed a $16.7 million bond issue paving the way for the construction of the facility on the county farm on the south side of Clarinda just off U.S. Highway 71. Curtis says they are around 80-to-85% complete with the design. However, he reiterated that they are going for simplicity and functionality with the new facility.
Shenandoah announces K-8 Students of the Month for April
(Shenandoah) -- Several students in Shenandoah's Elementary and Middle schools are being recognized for their outstanding character. Shenandoah K-8 Principal Aaron Burdorf recently announced the school's April Students of the Month. To be eligible for the award, students can earn "The Mustang Way" cards for being respectful, responsible and safe throughout the month from teachers and staff. The cards are then used to randomly select winner for each month and the winners receive an award.
Sheridan Woman Suffers Minor Injuries in Buchanan County Crash
A Sheridan woman suffered minor injuries in a Buchanan County crash Sunday afternoon. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that the accident occurred just after 1:00 Sunday, as 81-year-old Patricia A. Ray drove her 2016 Buick Enclave Northbound on I-229. According to the crash report, Ray’s back passenger side tire...
Regional College Sports News: Tuesday, April 30th
(KMAland) -- Samantha Heyer took an MVC weekly award, Kelli Ann Strand of Nebraska & two Northwest softball players are all-conference, Nebraska basketball picked up Braxton Meah, Mizzou & K-State landed football commits & UMKC won another Summit League men’s golf title Tuesday in regional college sports news. Iowa.
KMAland Baseball (5/1): Rock Port rolls to dominant win
(KMAland) -- Rock Port rolled to a win in KMAland baseball on Wednesday. Check out the scoreboard and statistical leaders below. •Cade Makings: 3/4, 2B, 3B, 5 RBI, 2 R + 1 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 2 K. •Case Millsap: 2/3, 3B, HR, 2 RBI, 3 R,...
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