A Moberly woman is celebrating a life-changing win — a $2 million prize from a Missouri Lottery scratcher ticket bought at Casey’s on Morley Street. According to the Missouri Lottery, […]… Continue Reading
Dog Breeder Accused of Horrific Neglect Pleads for Jail Release
A Boone County dog breeder charged in multiple animal abuse cases is again asking to be released from jail. Court records show Melissa Sanders, owner of Magnum Opus German Shepherds, […]… Continue Reading
Montgomery Residents Clash Over Amazon-Backed Data Center Project
Hundreds of residents packed the Montgomery City Elementary Monday night for another heated town hall over proposed data centers in Montgomery County. Officials from Ameren, the county, and local utilities […]… Continue Reading
School Bus Involved in Five-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 63; No Injuries Reported
A Columbia school bus was involved in a five-vehicle crash on northbound U.S. 63 Monday evening. Columbia Public Schools Officials say, Bus 319 was returning to the transportation facility when […]… Continue Reading
Auxvasse Man’s Drug Case Delayed, Reset for February Hearing
An Auxvasse County man’s case has been continued and reset for early next year. In court Monday, defendant Gilbert Arcala appeared in custody with his attorney, Andrew Lyskowski. Arcala, was […]… Continue Reading
Temps in a wide-range across the Heartland; an active early-Winter pattern continues for some
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of above-normal temperatures across the central and southern High Plains and the western U.S., while colder-than-normal conditions will prevail along and east of a line from northeastern Montana to southwestern Louisiana. Meanwhile, near- or below-normal precipitation across most of the country should contrast with…… Continue Reading
New research examines soil phosphorus and potasium requirements
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin are studying old and new data to re-evaluate recommendations for phosphorus and potassium application rates on corn and soybeans, and they’ve found some minor differences between the 70’s and 80’s compared to now. Extension soils researcher Chris Bandura joins us next on Managing for Profit. The post New research…… Continue Reading
Illinois Farm Bureau members elect new president
There’s a new leader of the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB). “The winner of the presidential election is Phillip Nelson.” LaSalle County farmer Phillip Nelson is once again president of the Illinois Farm Bureau, defeating incumbent Ogle County farmer Brian Duncan, 55.6% to 42%. “We’re thrilled that the delegates brought me back as president again.” He…… Continue Reading
Williams charged after intimidation display
A 19-year-old Columbia man was charged today (Monday) with armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon and fourth-degree assault in connection to the Saturday incident in the 4600 block […]… Continue Reading
Illinois Ag Director: Aid offers temporary relief, market access offers sustainability
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says Monday’s announced $11 billion bridge payment helps farmers, but it’s not a long-term solution. “Anything helps, but I don’t believe that this is a substantial situation that’s really going to carry farmers out.” Jerry Costello says producers need stable trade relations. “Farmers want trade, not aid.” …… Continue Reading
