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Goats Take Over Fire Station for Green Cleanup

February 17, 2026

In a twist that might make you smile, a fire department in Missouri has swapped out loud machines for a herd of hungry goats to keep their land tidy. The West Metro Fire Protection District decided to try something different. They hired goats to clear out pesky weeds and overgrown plants around Stat

sports

New Rules for College Athletes: What's Changing and Why It Matters

February 17, 2026

College sports are changing. Eric Schmitt, a key figure in Missouri politics, has put forward a new plan. This plan aims to revamp how college athletes are paid and who can play. It's a big deal. Why? Because college sports bring in a lot of money. But the athletes themselves don't see much of it.

crime

Justice Delayed but Not Denied: A Killer Brought to Book 33 Years Later

February 16, 2026

A brutal crime from 1993 finally saw justice in 2024. A 53-year-old man, Dana Shepherd, was sentenced to 45 years in prison for the rape and murder of a young art student, Carmen Van Huss. This case was solved using advanced DNA technology that matched the suspect's DNA to his relatives' DNA in a da

opinion

Hope: The Power That Keeps Leaders Moving

February 15, 2026

People today face job worries, political fights and fast‑moving tech changes. The result is fatigue, and many start to question whether anything matters at all. Instead of giving in to doubt, a new choice is possible: hope. Hope is more than a soft feeling. Studies from the University of Missouri s

opinion

Kansas Tax Cuts Show Why Spending Matters

February 15, 2026

In 2012, Kansas lawmakers slashed income‑tax brackets and even set the rate for many small businesses to zero. The plan sounded like a boost for growth, but it left the state’s coffers thin. By 2014, general‑fund receipts had dropped by about $600 million – a hit that the state could not recover wit

politics

'Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Show: FCC Finds No Problem'

February 15, 2026

The Super Bowl halftime set by Bad Bunny sparked a quick firestorm among some Republican lawmakers. They claimed the artist had slipped in uncensored profanity, sparking calls for a formal inquiry. The Federal Communications Commission opened an investigation to see if any rules on “indecent mate

politics

Court Ruling Fuels Redistricting Fight Across the Nation

February 15, 2026

The Supreme Court’s 2019 decision in Rucho v. Common Cause removed federal courts from judging partisan gerrymandering, a move that has set the stage for new maps that favor one party over another. States now redraw districts with a focus on political advantage, and the courts have largely steppe

weather

Weekend Weather Watch: Rain on the Way

February 13, 2026

Mid-Missouri is in for a treat with mild and dry weather lasting until Friday. The highs will hover around the low 60s, which is quite a jump from the usual temperatures. This warm-up is thanks to a high-pressure system moving east. But don't get too comfortable. A low-pressure system is lurking al

politics

Trump’s Tactics Backfire: When Blame Games Lose Their Edge

February 11, 2026

A former adviser taught Trump to never admit fault, to attack and deny, and that lesson helped him rise. The same rules let him spread false claims, insult groups, and keep a loyal base that sees his aggression as real. Yet a year into his second term the power of constant trolling has begun to crum

sports

Sunday Sports Lineup: From Basketball to Super Bowl

February 7, 2026

A packed Sunday on television features everything from college hoops to the biggest NFL showdown. The day starts early with college basketball games on BTN and ESPNU, showcasing Southern Cal against Penn State and Tulsa facing South Florida. By noon, viewers can catch a CBS broadcast of Michigan ver