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Idaho Approves Firing Squad As Primary Death Penalty

Government July 18, 2026July 13, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Idaho recently became the first state to mandate the firing squad as its primary method for executing death row inmates.

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Fentanyl Found In Barbie Doll Packaging In Independence, Missouri

Business March 25, 2026April 3, 2026 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

In Independence, Missouri, last week, fentanyl was found in multiple Barbie doll packages at Cargo Largo. As of March 24, 2026, all contaminated packages had been recovered.

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Feeling Safer? Murder Rates At A 125-Year Low

Politics January 31, 2026January 23, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Trump administration is coming down on crime and locking up offenders; murder rates have not been this low since 1900!

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Video: What Was Discussed At Alton’s Monthly City Council Meeting

Business December 9, 2025December 10, 2025 Amanda Thomas 1 Comment

The Alton City Council met on December 8, 2025, for their monthly meeting. Some of the topics talked about were a new business, SBA disaster relief loans, and new mulch for the park.

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Senator Schmitt Finds New Use For Ft. Leonardwood

Government September 30, 2025September 27, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Senator Schmitt sent a letter to the Department of War Secretary Hegseth proposing Ft. Leonard Wood as a training facility for ICE agents.

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DEA-Led Sweep Nabs 51 with Sinaloa Cartel Ties in Southeast United States

Government September 8, 2025September 9, 2025 TJ Thomas 0 Comments

A multistate bust involving several agencies, run by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), grabbed 51 people supposedly linked to Mexico’s Sinaloa Cartel.

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11th Annual Punkin’ Run Benefit With Motorcycles

Recreation September 2, 2025August 29, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Friends of the late Alton Police Officer/Fire Chief Eddie “Punkin” Johnson are having a benefit motorcycle ride called “The Punkin’ Run.”

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Senator Schmitt Leads Charge Against Those Who Attack Ice Agents

Government August 2, 2025July 25, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

U.S.Senator Schmitt released the statement to double the federal penalty for attacking Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.

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Alton City Council Met For Its Monthly Meeting Yesterday

Business June 10, 2025June 10, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton City Council met on June 9, 2025, for its monthly meeting. The council discussed several things that related to the city.

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Gov Kehoe Acts To Prioritize Public Safety Through Executive Orders

Government January 23, 2025January 22, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Governor Kehoe prioritized public safety by signing six executive orders and officially launching Safer Missouri public safety initiative.

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MODOT Wants Your Opinion Now

Travel August 28, 2024August 28, 2024 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

How well are the Missouri State Patrol doing their jobs? They are seeking your opinion on whether or not you live in Missouri.

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Ballot Amendments For Primary Elections

Elections June 3, 2024May 29, 2024 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Governor Mike Parson announced that Amendment 1 (SJR 26) and Amendment 4 (SJR 38) will be placed on the 2024 August Primary Election ballot.

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