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U.S. settles civil case against Festus pain management doctor for Medicare, Medicaid fraud
The U.S. Department of Justice and the owner of a Festus pain management clinic reached a civil settlement Tuesday over allegations the owner submitted doctored claims to Medicare and Missouri Medicaid.
Charges consolidated against mom accused of killing kids
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The murder charges against a Festus woman who told police she killed her two children in May have been consolidated. Ashley Parmeley, 36, was charged with first-degree murder in Jefferson County and first-degree murder in St. Francois County. Court documents state she tried to kill her son in St. Francois County before she shot her 9-year-old daughter Scarlet and started driving with the kids in the car. During the car ride, Parmeley realized her son Isaac, 2, was still alive. She then reportedly drowned him at Timber Creek Resort.
Upcoming Festus Senior Expo Event hosted by Leader Publications taking place on June 26th from 8 a.m. - Noon
FESTUS, Mo. — This morning Mary Caltrider spoke with Peggy Scott, Publisher of Leader Publications, about the upcoming free Senior Expo that Leader Publications is hosting in Festus, MO on Wednesday, June 26th from 8 a.m. - Noon. The event is free to the public; parking is also free and easily accessible to all. There will be free coffee and donuts, bingo, prizes, guest speakers, live music, and more!
Parents sue Kirkwood School District for handling of record requests regarding yearbook controversy
KIRKWOOD, Mo. — Parents are suing the Kirkwood School District over what they say was mishandling of public records. A little over a year ago, pages discussing "hookup culture" in Kirkwood's high school yearbook sparked controversy. Since then, concerned parents requested records related to those pages, but they say the school district delayed that access.
Making Music Concert Series Returns For 2024
Residents throughout the area can once again embrace the warmth of summer evenings and outdoor concerts at the Lions Amphitheater in Kirkwood Park. Now in its 22nd season, the Making Music Concert Series in Kirkwood kicks off on Saturday, June 15. The 2024 concert series line up represents an eclectic blend of genres, promising something for every music palate. An expansive lawn area complements the amphitheater’s stadium-style fixed seating.
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