A man has been sentenced following a guilty plea to stealing over $100,000 and trying to burn down a house in Callaway County. On Friday, Gerald Roark of Reeds Springs […]… Continue Reading
Drug Task Force raid nets three
At 6 a.m. Friday, law enforcement agencies across North Missouri joined forces in A drug-related operation. The North Missouri Drug Task Force, the Moberly area SWAT team, the Randolph County […]… Continue Reading
Savannah Blackstock’s Tribute to Dad Brandon Reflects Deep Faith
Brandon Blackstock’s eldest child shared a moving tribute to her late father, calling him her biggest cheerleader and best friend. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Elizabeth Taylor’s Son Reacts to Taylor Swift’s New Song
‘The Life of a Showgirl’ includes a song titled “Elizabeth Taylor.” The late Hollywood icon’s son has now shared his thoughts on the tribute. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Jay Cutler Denies Kristin Cavallari’s Divorce Settlement Claims
The reality TV star says she didn’t get a penny in the divorce. Jay Cutler says that’s false — and he brought the receipts. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Riley Green’s Dad Gave Him the Most Charming Pickup Line
The “You Look Like You Love Me” singer doesn’t need pickup lines — but the one he shared from his dad is a must-hear. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Fertilizer prices pinching 2026 plans
A farm management specialist at the University of Illinois says fertilizer costs are putting a squeeze on farmers planning for 2026. Gary Schnitkey says the elevated prices, primarily resulting from several global supply challenges, are outpacing stagnant commodity prices. “And as we look at nitrogen fertilizer, if anything, it’s gone up in recent months.” He…… Continue Reading
Ag lender: “obviously the price side is a real challenge right now”
An ag lending specialist understands farmer concerns about tight crop margins. Paul Kohls with Compeer Financial says many growers are looking at a big crop this fall. “There are some spots where things are not as rosy, but obviously the price side is a real challenge right now for producers and it causes a bit…… Continue Reading
Cattle futures close Tuesday higher, lean hogs mixed
At the, Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle were mostly higher, and feeders were up, with boxed beef sharply higher at midday, waiting for direct business and Friday’s USDA Cattle on Feed numbers. Feeders had additional support from the lower move in corn. October live cattle were up $.17 at $231.35 and December was down $.02…… Continue Reading
Ag leaders stress the importance of ag research funding
A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says USDA research funding needs to be prioritized as part of upcoming farm bill discussions. Michigan Democrat Kristen McDonald Rivet tells Brownfield, “We still have a fight on our hands to make sure that this is funded and that it’s adequately staffed by scientists who have been…… Continue Reading
