St. Robert warns of eastbound I-44 lane closure beginning July 19
The City of St. Robert posted a July 16 notice about an eastbound I-44 lane closure scheduled to begin July 19, 2026, as MoDOT’s widening project continues.
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St. Joseph council pauses review of proposed Pickett Road data center
The St. Joseph City Council approved a pause on the proposed Pickett Road data center while the city develops policies for its local impacts.
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Pipkin and Reed middle schools set to open Aug. 25 in Springfield
Springfield Public Schools has scheduled Pipkin and Reed middle schools to open Aug. 25, 2026, with International Baccalaureate and fine arts programs.
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Monett water-meter replacement project expected to continue through summer 2026
The City of Monett has contracted with Subterra Solutions to replace water meters throughout the city, with completion expected by the end of summer 2026.
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MoDOT program includes road project at Fordland’s east junction
A Missouri Department of Transportation program for 2026 through 2030 identifies a project at or near Fordland’s east junction, but the available record does not yet specify the work’s cost, limits or construction schedule.
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Kansas City Put Five Financing Measures on the August 4 Ballot
Kansas City’s City Council placed five measures on the August 4 ballot covering infrastructure, housing, civic facilities and East Side development.
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St. Louis begins investing Rams settlement funds, adds tracker
St. Louis has begun putting Rams settlement money to work and launched a tracker intended to show residents how funds move from appropriation to spending.
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Barry County sheriff’s weekly report lists domestic-verbal incident in Exeter
The Barry County Sheriff’s Office weekly report lists a domestic-verbal incident in Exeter on July 18, 2026, as part of a countywide total of 255 calls for service.
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Gower-area farms to host MU Extension field-to-consumer tours
MU Extension has announced farm tours involving Gower-area agricultural operations, giving residents and consumers a chance to learn how local food is produced.
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North Kansas City seeks commercial development proposals by Aug. 18
North Kansas City is accepting proposals for commercial-property development, with responses due to City Clerk Crystal Doss by noon on Aug. 18, 2026.
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Kearney Water-Tank Project Had an April 29 Scheduled Finish; Final Outcome Remains Unconfirmed
Kearney city records scheduled demolition of a 250,000-gallon pedestal tank and final grading for a municipal water-infrastructure project through April 29, 2026. The available records do not confirm whether construction was completed or document effects on customers.
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Jefferson City weighs tax abatements for 180-unit apartment project
The Jefferson City Council considered tax abatements for a proposed 180-unit apartment project and separately reviewed the city’s 2026 Community Development Block Grant action plan.
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Cameron man’s child-exploitation case reaches counsel-status hearing
Claud Clinton McClain, 54, of Cameron faces three charges tied to allegations from a law-enforcement sting operation. The available report does not establish the outcome of his August 5 hearing.
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Florissant Seeks Contractor for Koch Park Soccer-Field Installation
Florissant solicited bids for a Koch Park soccer-field installation, with irrigation, a 2-inch sand base and underdrain work included in the scope.
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St. Louis County proposes $6.8 million Creve Coeur Park soccer-complex expansion
St. Louis County is considering a proposed $6.8 million expansion of the Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex, but approval, funding and construction details remain unsettled.
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Marion County keeps data centers on hold as Palmyra officials weigh local concerns
A Marion County moratorium was blocking data-center construction as Palmyra officials and residents discussed infrastructure, noise, water and electricity concerns in July.
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Poplar Bluff Council Advances Grant Application for Historic Frisco Depot Restoration
Poplar Bluff’s City Council approved moving forward with a Community Development Block Grant application and an agreement tied to restoration of the historic Frisco Depot.
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University City shifts National Night Out and back-to-school rally to Aug. 11 after primary election
University City police and the School District of University City will hold their combined National Night Out and Back-to-School Rally on Aug. 11, 2026, after the traditional first-Tuesday date conflicted with Missouri’s primary election.
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MoDOT advances U.S. 36 intersection improvements discussed at Brookfield public meeting
MoDOT held a June 23 public meeting in Brookfield about upcoming U.S. 36 intersection-improvement projects in Linn County, but a final construction date and cost remain undisclosed.
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Joplin police open applications for 2026 Citizens Police Academy
Joplin residents can apply for the police department’s 2026 Citizens Police Academy, a program focused on firsthand learning about police work and public safety.
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St. Louis launches tracker for Rams settlement spending
St. Louis launched a public tracker for Rams settlement funds, showing proposed investments in infrastructure, vacant buildings, small businesses and events.
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Kansas City approves next phase of $1.4B Current stadium expansion
Kansas City officials approved an ordinance supporting a major CPKC Stadium expansion and continued development along the Missouri River waterfront.