Missouri’s secretary of state is frustrated that voter ID legislation died this year in the GOP-controlled Missouri Senate. Legislation requiring a photo ID was approved by the House in March by a 109-48 vote. The bill never came up for a Senate vote. GOP Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft spoke on “Wake Up Columbia.” “Most …
Numerous Veterans Day events across mid-Missouri
There are many opportunities for you to attend Veterans Day events today across mid-Missouri. One of the biggest Veterans Day events in mid-Missouri is the annual service at St. Peter Church in downtown Jefferson City. A mass will be held this morning at 10, to honor all of the Americans who have served in war …
UPDATE: Boone County murder suspect caught in Iowa; unclear if he’ll fight extradition
UPDATE: Boone County murder suspect caught in Iowa; unclear if he’ll fight extradition
Boone County sheriff’s deputies say a Columbia-area murder suspect is behind bars this morning in southwest Iowa. The sheriff’s department says 36-year-old Mark Achterberg has been captured in Creston, which is 80 miles east of Omaha. Achterberg is charged with killing 32-year-old Justin Stidham on Monday, at Stidham’s home on North Kent drive. A Boone County …
Missouri state offices to be closed on the day after Thanksgiving
Missouri’s governor has signed an executive order, closing most state offices on Black Friday. That means most state employees will have Thanksgiving and the following Friday off. Governor Mike Parson praises state employees, saying he and the First Lady are thankful for their hard work and dedication. “Thanksgiving is an opportunity to spend quality time …