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- Father Of 4-Year-Old Who Died Due To Abuse Released On Bail With GPS Tracker January 21, 2021The father of a 4-year-old Lincoln girl, who died following severe abuse, is heading home with a GPS tracker. On Tuesday, the Benton County Court granted James Mast’s bail at $500,000, but he’s required to wear an ankle bracelet and he cannot go anywhere but home and the courthouse. Mast, his wife Mary and their […]
- EPA Extends Public Comment Period On Adding LOTO To Missouri Impaired Waterways January 21, 2021The EPA is extending what started off as a 60-day public comment period as it considers adding Lake of the Ozarks to its list of impaired waterways in Missouri. High nutrient levels in the lake are why the discussion’s happening. Speaking with KB on the Morning Magazine, Warren Witt with Ameren Missouri points out Lake […]
- New Data Shows Missouri’s COVID Positivity Rate Declining January 21, 2021Current data shows encouraging signs on the COVID front in Missouri. But Governor Mike Parson also says hospitalizations remain high in Missouri. Parson says the Missouri National Guard will be assisting the Department of Health and Senior Services with vaccination efforts throughout the state. Governor Parson Announces Mass Vaccination, Targeted Vaccination Sites Across the […]
- Ameren Offers Help For Those Who Cannot Afford Higher Utility Bills January 21, 2021Colder temperatures will return to Lake of the Ozarks, and that could mean higher utility bills. Ameren Missouri says help is available if you’re having a hard time paying for energy as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Officials say the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program has money remaining, but the number of applicants are […]
- 31 New Troopers Added To Highway Patrol Following Graduation Ceremony January 21, 2021The state of Missouri now has 31 more troopers after a graduation ceremony Wednesday. Governor Mike Parson read the keynote address to the 110th Recruit class. Governor Parson spoke during a press briefing at the state capitol. One of those new graduates, Andrew Gordon, will be headed to Troop F, which covers Lake of the […]
- Lake Race Returns To Bagnell Dam This June January 21, 2021Lake Race is on for 2021 after taking last year off due to the pandemic. Lake Ozark Mayor Gerry Murawski. According to the Lake Race website, the dates for this year are June 4-6. Murawski also says the Hot Summer Nights car shows on Friday nights could start as early as April this year. Murawski […]
- Inspection Of Camden County Offices Completed January 21, 2021More details are expected soon after an inspection on the new Camden County Commission office building. Camdenton City Administrator Jeff Hooker tells KRMS News the inspection happened Tuesday morning. Hooker says when the report is finished he’ll make sure Commissioners Greg Hasty, Don Williams and James Gohagan have each had time to review it before […]
- Laclede County Public Administrator Resigns After 20 Days On The Job January 20, 2021Laclede County is on the hunt for a new Public Administrator, that after newly sworn-in Administrator Zane McCaslin resigns abruptly. Officials say McCaslin had only been on the job since January 1st and submitted a letter of resignation that was deemed “Confidential” citing health issues. An emergency meeting was held on Tuesday to determine how […]
- Fire In Rocky Mount Destroys Garage January 20, 2021A building in Rocky Mount is destroyed following a fire on Tuesday. According to the Rocky Mount Fire District, tankers were brought out around 6PM following the call of a fire inside a 2-car garage. Firefighters eventually brought the fire under control, but the building was deemed a total loss. Investigators say a wood burning […]
- Miller County Man Faces Charges In Alleged Kidnapping And Assault January 20, 2021A Miller County man is facing charges for allegedly kidnapping and assaulting a woman. Court documents show that Roger Wimberly of Kaiser and the woman were together on Sunday and when she tried to leave, Wimberley stopped her and attempted to strangle her. Investigators say she was able to reach her car, but couldn’t find […]
- Lake Ozark Residents Will Get To Vote On 2 or 4 Year Terms January 20, 2021Right now, mayors and aldermen in Lake Ozark serve two-year terms, but that could change in April when voters decide on extending those terms to four years. But Mayor Gerry Murawski tells KRMS News two years might not be enough time, especially for new Aldermen. Murawski has filed to run again for Mayor and municipal […]
- Special Prosecutor In Camden County Altercation To Be Selected By MO Attorney General January 20, 2021A special prosecutor’s being requested by Camden County Prosecutor Heather Miller after an altercation between county maintenance workers and First District Commissioner James Gohagan in a county office building. And Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt will be involved in selecting that special prosecutor. Camden County Sheriff Tony Helms. He tells KRMS News he doesn’t think […]
- New Camden County Ordinance Protects 2nd Amendment Rights January 20, 2021Camden County Commissioners have passed an ordinance they say will protect the Second Amendment to the US Constitution. First District Commissioner James Gohagan. He tells KRMS News the ordinance was passed due to local concerns about possible overreach at the Federal level over the right to bear arms. Gohagan also says the Commission’s seeking more […]
- Camdenton Mayor McNabb To Face 4 New Challengers January 19, 2021There are now numerous people signed up to run for Mayor in the city of Camdenton. According to the city clerk, Mayor John McNabb will face challengers Daniel Ousley, Steve Eden, Matt Grey and Kristopher Keeth. At this time all 3 Alderman’s up for re-election face no challengers, nor does the position for the Special […]
- 12 Lake Area Non-Profits Awarded Funds From CFL Grants In January January 19, 202112 Lake area non-profits have been selected by the Community Foundation of the Lake to receive part of the $48,000 grants being offered this January. Many of them include help for children, such as Kid’s Harbor, Lake Area Industries, which helps kids and adults with disabilities, The Child Advocacy council and Big Brothers Big Sisters. […]
- Brush Clearing Starts Tuesday Morning In Macks Creek January 19, 2021A Reminder. Brush clearing starts today (Tuesday) across highway 54 in Macks Creek. MoDOT Says the work will cause one eastbound lane and one westbound lane to be closed between 8AM and 2PM daily. The work will continue through this Friday and it is weather permitting. Maintenance Work Will Close One Lane of Route 54 […]
- Man Wanted For Felony Warrants In Miller And Pulaski County Captured By HWP January 19, 2021A wanted man’s in jail on no bond in Miller County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says 23-year-old Coby Glore was arrested Sunday morning after investigators found he had felony warrants out of Miller and Pulaski Counties. The ‘Patrol says Glore had failed to appear on both warrants related to possession of methamphetamine.
- Former Lebanon Councilman Jim Davis Dies From COVID 19 Complications January 19, 2021Another high-ranking official has died as a result of his battle with COVID 19 in the city of Lebanon. Officials say former longtime City Councilman Jim Davis passed away at the age of 69 Sunday night at a hospital in Columbia. Funeral arrangements are now underway. Last year, Lebanon Officer Kendle Blackburn died from his […]
- Camdenton Board Of Alderman To Meet Tuesday Night January 19, 2021The Camdenton board of alderman are set to meet tonight (Tuesday) for their regular session. Items on their agenda include accepting a deed for a Habitat for Humanity property on Hidden Creek, A lease agreement, numerous reports and a closed session at the end of the meeting. It starts at 6PM at city hall and […]
- Governor Parson To Hold Press Briefing At 3PM Tuesday January 19, 2021Governor Mike Parson’s been chosen to give the keynote address at the Missouri State Highway Patrol graduation ceremony in Jefferson City. After that he’ll hold a press briefing from the state capitol while giving an update on several Missouri topics. That briefing will begin at 3 pm and it will be live-streamed on the Governor’s […]
