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The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art in St. Joseph, Missouri, will open two new exhibitions exploring Midwestern landscapes and narrative art on Friday, May 22nd. The dual showcase features expressive bronze figures and drawings by Hollis Williford alongside atmospheric prairie paintings by Keith Jacobshagen. Members of the public can view the collections during a free opening…

A Skidmore, Missouri man already charged with two counts of first-degree murder is now facing additional felonies following an alleged jailbreak attempt. Authorities state that 20-year-old Keevin Maupin has been hit with new charges including first-degree assault and attempted escape by striking a person. Maupin, who is accused of killing two women inside a home…

The Missouri State Highway Patrol has announced several leadership promotions and transfers effective June 1, 2026. Key changes include Sergeant Anthony M. Richerson’s promotion to Lieutenant in the Professional Standards Division, while Lieutenant John W. Dick will rise to the rank of Captain to lead that same division. Additionally, Captain Joseph A. Veaseman is scheduled…

The Missouri State Highway Patrol has identified two people found dead in an Albany residence on Saturday as 64-year-old Paula Kohrs and 69-year-old Perry Kohrs. Investigators report that Perry Kohrs died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, though official details regarding Paula Kohrs’ cause of death have not yet been released. The Gentry County Sheriff’s Office…

Missouri Western State University has appointed Patt Lilly as interim president, effective May 11, following the retirement announcement of Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy. Lilly, a former St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce president and city manager, brings decades of local leadership experience and a twelve-year tenure on the university’s Board of Governors. While Dr. Kennedy will officially…