Drought Relief Loan Program Announced by Missouri State Treasurer’s Office Farmers and ranchers impacted by severe drought in Missouri will be able to access money through a farm relief loan program. The Missouri State Treasurer’s office announced yesterday (Wednesday), the program will provide $100 million in reduced-rate loans to farmers affected by drought. The loans…… Continue Reading
UM System Confirms Some Personal Information Compromised in Data Breach
UM System Confirms Some Personal Information Compromised in Data Breach Some employee and student personal information from the University of Missouri System was compromised in a global cyber attack earlier this summer. According to a UM System spokesperson some of that information could be personal, like your name, your birth date, or possibly your Social…… Continue Reading
Callaway Chamber of Commerce Presents Sixth Annual Teacher Appreciation Breakfast
Callaway Chamber of Commerce Presents Sixth Annual Teacher Appreciation Breakfast Over 650 educators were celebrated on Wednesday, August 17th, 2023 for the start of the 2023 school year as part of the 6th annual Callaway Chamber of Commerce Teacher’s Appreciation Breakfast. It took place at William Woods University auditorium. Two teachers were given the chance…… Continue Reading
Mexico Man Arrested After Disturbance on Pearson Street
Mexico Man Arrested After Disturbance on Pearson Street A Mexico man is facing multiple charges after an arrest yesterday (Tuesday), in the 500 block of Pearson Street. Mexico Public Safety responded in reference to a disturbance with someone being held against their will. According to a release officers found evidence that 52-year-old Robert L. Jackson…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 8/16/23
KWWR Sports Report 8/16/23 The St. Louis Cardinals beat the Oakland A’s 6-2 at Busch Stadium last night (Tuesday). Cardinals starting pitcher Dakota Hudson picked up the win and is now 4-0 on the season. The Redbirds got home runs from Jordan Walker, Tommy Edmand and Nolan Arenado. St. Louis goes for the series sweep…… Continue Reading
Audrain County Shelter Resource Coalition Hosts Open House Discussion on Homelessness
Audrain County Shelter Resource Coalition Hosts Open House Discussion on Homelessness Elected officials and law enforcement gathered yesterday (Tuesday) in Mexico for a discussion on homelessness in the area. An open house was hosted by the Audrain County Shelter Resource Coalition at its main office located at 626 East Summit Street. The nonprofit operates a…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 8/15/23
KWWR Sports Report 8/15/23 The State of Missouri’s top high school player and one of the nation’s best defensive linemen in the Class of 2024 is staying home. Lee’s Summit North’s defensive linemen Williams Nwaneri committed to Mizzou yesterday (Monday). He is consensus five star prospect. Missouri beat out a who’s who of college football…… Continue Reading
63rd Annual Auxvasse Loafer’s Week
63rd Annual Auxvasse Loafer’s Week The 63rd annual Auxvasse Loafer’s Week will be taking place September 11-16, 2023. The Loafer’s Week started as a one day event over 60 years ago at the grain elevator and has grown to a week-long celebration. Card games, dominoes, and other board games are part of the things to…… Continue Reading
Missouri State Fair Pays Tribute to Sydenstricker Family
Missouri State Fair Pays Tribute to Sydenstricker Family A Mexico family is being honored by the Missouri State Fair this year. The Missouri State Fair is dedicating all the Beef Cattle shows to the Sydenstricker Family. Eddie has been attending and showing Angus at the fair for over 70 years. Kim and Lee Ann plus…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 8/14/23
KWWR Sports Report 8/14/23 The Kansas City Chiefs fell to the New Orleans Saints, 26-24, in the preseason opener yesterday afternoon (Sunday). Patrick Mahomes completed 2-of-2 passes for 15 yards in his lone series of work before handing his duties off to Blaine Gabbert. The Chiefs return to training camp for another open practice at…… Continue Reading
