A Boone County judge has denied a request to move the trial of a local dog breeder accused of animal abuse. Twenty-six-year-old Melissa Sanders faces 29 felony charges after investigators […]… Continue Reading
Suspected Arson Destroys Historic Columbia Barn Near New Shelter Campus
A century old barn in Columbia was destroyed by fire on December 6 at 1619 Mores Boulevard. Investigators say the blaze was set intentionally but ruled out any link to […]… Continue Reading
Jefferson City Drug Search Leads to Two Arrests
Two people are facing drug-related charges after a narcotics search in Jefferson City on Wednesday. The Cole County Sheriff’s Office and the Mid-Missouri Drug Task Force executed a search warrant […]… Continue Reading
Watch a Disney World Show Go Horribly Wrong
A stunning moment unfolded at Disney World, where a cast member’s selfless act could have saved lives during a chilling stunt gone wrong. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans urge ‘eat real food’ approach
The USDA and the Department of Health and Human Services have rolled out the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says, “Eat real food.” During a news conference on Wednesday, she said that federal incentives have promoted low-quality, highly processed foods for decades, but those days are over. “Encourage households and schools…… Continue Reading
Chase Rice Taking a Break After Burnout to ‘Live Life’
After more than a decade nonstop, the country singer says he’s “exhausted” and ready to take a step back — to live, rest, and rediscover what really matters. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Inside Kelsea Ballerini + Chase Stokes’ Talk That Healed Romance
Kelsea and Chase are opening a new chapter after an emotional, honest conversation helped them reconnect and rebuild their relationship. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Nick Reiner’s Lawyer Quits, Insists He’s ‘Not Guilty’ of Murder
Nick Reiner’s attorney just quit — but not before telling reporters the son of Rob and Michele Reiner is innocent of the brutal charges he’s facing. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Study shows dairy costs remain high
A recent study shows Illinois dairy farms are continuing to have negative economic returns. Bradley Zwilling with the University of Illinois and the Farm Business Farm Management Association tells Brownfield there are some bright spots. “This is looking at 2024 but includes projections for ’25 and ’26, but we did see some higher milk prices…… Continue Reading
FBA signup expected to be simple for farmers
The executive director of the Illinois Farm Service Agency says eligible row crop farmers should have an easy time receiving payments from the upcoming $11 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program. William Graff tells Brownfield, “These are going to be mailed out the week of February 23rd.” He says, “You’re able to come into the…… Continue Reading
