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College students are transforming a St. Joseph neighborhood this weekend as part of the nation's largest student-run service project. The cleanup focuses on blocked drains and litter around affordable housing where families need it most.
A three-year-old indoor football team just brought home their city's first Arena League Championship, proving that persistence pays off. Despite injuries throughout the season, the St. Joseph Goats dominated the finals 52-30.
Four high school juniors from St. Joseph, Missouri just won $10,000 for an idea that could open new career paths for their entire community. Their pitch to bring cosmetology training to local schools beat out eight other teams at a STEM innovation challenge.
Three St. Louis area high school hockey players just earned $5,000 scholarships recognizing their skills on the ice and dedication to their communities. The awards honor hockey legends who shaped Missouri's club hockey scene.
Three students with intellectual disabilities will become the first to graduate from St. Joseph's University's PACE program this spring, marking a milestone for inclusive higher education. Their journey proves that college experiences can truly be for everyone.
A new drone program in Missouri could slash delivery times for critical medical supplies like blood samples and organ tissues to rural communities. The test flights connect Springfield, Rolla, and St. Louis, bringing faster care to areas where hospital closures have left patients traveling 20 extra miles for treatment.
Army National Guard helicopters airlifted 202 young campers and staff to safety after flash floods trapped them at their Missouri Ozarks camp. All children, ages 8 to 16, were safely reunited with families in St. Louis.
Two students from St. Maarten earned spots on their island's first robotics team heading to a regional competition. Science Week 2026 brought together 61 students from six schools to celebrate innovation and hands-on learning across the island.
Beer giant Anheuser-Busch is pouring $20 million into its Missouri hometown, creating jobs and training the next generation of manufacturing workers. The investment strengthens a 165-year partnership between the company and St. Louis while boosting production of America's fastest-growing beer.
Veterans and first responders in Gladstone, Missouri, now have access to free, cutting-edge brain treatment for PTSD and depression. The new clinic opens as Missouri faces the nation's highest veteran suicide rate.
A high school biology teacher who volunteered at his daughters' lacrosse clinic five years ago has built a thriving girls' program in an area with almost no teams. Joe Bennett now coaches both youth girls and high school boys in Columbia, Missouri, traveling hours for games to share his love of the sport.
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City just made going green easier for everyone who walks through their doors. Four new electric vehicle charging stations are now powering up cars while patients, visitors, and staff focus on health.
A dog trapped in freezing water after falling through ice in St. Louis was pulled to safety by firefighters during a dramatic rescue mission. The shivering pup is now recovering well and expected to make a full recovery.
A St. Louis small business owner is opening new salons and creating high-paying jobs after recent tax policies put more money in workers' pockets. Jesse Keyser's 400 tipped employees are taking home bigger paychecks while he reinvests savings into expansion.
Fifty-five craft distilleries now operate across Missouri, generating over $150 million for the state economy and creating more than 1,400 jobs. Small towns like Rocheport are discovering that local distilleries attract visitors who spend the day exploring, dining, and supporting nearby businesses.
Missouri State University has awarded scholarships to hundreds of incoming students for the 2026-27 academic year, recognizing academic achievement and community leadership. The awards open doors for students who demonstrated excellence in the classroom and commitment to serving others.
The University of Missouri is proving that college works. For the third year running, more than 95% of graduates land jobs, continue education, or achieve other successful outcomes within six months of leaving campus.
Bank employees in West Plains, Missouri, give up $2 per paycheck so local students can chase their dreams. This year, five graduating seniors each received $2,000 to pursue careers in healthcare and engineering.
St. John's basketball is heading to consecutive Big East Tournament championship games for the first time in 26 years after defeating Seton Hall 78-68. The Red Storm now have a chance to make history by becoming the first St. John's team to win the tournament in back-to-back years.
When a dog fell through thin ice on a frozen Missouri lake, firefighters didn't hesitate to plunge into the icy water for a heart-stopping rescue. The pup made it out safe, cold but wagging.
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