The storm that created a tornado in Eldon began further southwest and gradually worked its way into the lake region and, eventually, Jefferson City. Meteorologist Ray Miller says he estimates its strength as between an EF1 and EF2 when the tornado touched down in Miller County. The storm gained strength, reaching EF3 range when it hit the capitol. … [Read More]
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Recovery Efforts Continue in Eldon; Bringing Community Closer Together
Recovery time for the city of Eldon will be lengthy following the tornado that struck there earlier this week, but Emergency Management Director Michael Rayhart says … [Read More]
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Tornado Survivor Tells Her Story
A Mt. Pleasant family has begun a long journey trying to recover from the devastation when their home was destroyed Wednesday night in a direct hit by the tornado … [Read More...]
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Self-Editing Video Designed to Locate Missing Children
Technology could play a big role in finding missing children. As part of National Missing Children’s Day, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is rolling out a new tool that they think will help identify and locate children in their database. … [Read More]
Tornado Assistance Information
Help for those affected by the tornadoes is starting to pour in from all directions. Missouri State Parks says anyone displaced by the storm can camp for free in any state park for up to 30 days. The Missouri Bar has opened up a hotline to provide free … [Read More]
Governor Says Bridge Funding is “Band-Aid” on Larger Infrastructure Problem
Governor Mike Parson says funding for bridge repairs across the state approved by the legislature is just the start. Mike Parson says the combined $350 million in general revenue and bond funding is just a drop in the bucket compared to what’s ultimately … [Read More]
Change in Sales Tax Laws Could Clear Way for Laurie Ballot Issue
A bill signed into law by Governor Mike Parson will allow more communities to use sales taxes to help pay for public safety projects. Senate Bill 21 added three cities to a list of communities approved to impose the taxes. It also changes the rates that cities … [Read More]
Calls for Special Session of Legislature to Address Storm Response
Some people are calling for a special session of the legislature to address mitigation and response after a series of violent storms and flooding that has hit the state. Political Consultant Mitchell Iken testified before the Special Committee on Homeland … [Read More]
Speed Limits, Project Bids Slated for County Commission Meeting
The Camden County Commission has a packed agenda for their meeting on May 30th. At 11:00 a.m. they’ll be discussing changes to speed limits on Sportsman Drive, LaPoint, and Shawnee Four Drive. That’ll be followed by a bid acceptance on trucking for the Road … [Read More]
Highway Patrol Arrests Seven People in Nine Hours; Five Charged with DWI
The Highway Patrol got an early start on weekend arrests. In roughly a nine hour stretch that began at five o’clock Friday evening, the patrol reported seven arrests in the lake area. That included five people charged with driving while intoxicated. One of … [Read More]
Eight Year Old in Serious Condition After Accident in Camden County
An eight year old child from Camdenton is in serious condition after an accident in Camden County. Authorities say the child started the vehicle, which then began to roll backwards. 26-year old Levi Calvert attempted to jump into the truck to stop it when he … [Read More]
Arrest Warrant Issued After Austin Fails to Show in Court Again
For the second time, an arrest warrant has been issued for a woman accused of child endangerment in Miller County. Elizabeth Austin once again failed to appear in court for a scheduled hearing. She had a case review scheduled for Wednesday. She failed to … [Read More]
Lightning Strike Injures Camden County Deputy
A Camden County Deputy takes an unexpected trip to the emergency room after being injured while conducting routine storm watch patrol early Thursday morning. Colonel Jimmy Brashear says that Deputy Justin Hutzler was in the area of south-7 and V-road when … [Read More]
