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Aug 30, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Michael Ryan |Jack Cashill |Benjamin Cain
Health officials in Missouri are cautioning recent visitors of a resort and RV park after three guests were diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease. The guests who fell ill stayed at Cassville’s Roaring River Lodge and RV Park in July, and each received a diagnosis within 14 days of their stay. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has traveled to the lodge and collected samples. The initial analysis showed the existence of Legionella bacteria in the water system of the resort.
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Aug 27, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |John Ransom |Benjamin Cain
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Blues for Kids, the St. Louis Blues’ program for children, is introducing a new initiative to support literacy and reading in its local community. Louie’s Little Free Library is the latest addition to Blues for Kids. The Blues and local youth hockey associations are teaming up to bring customized St. Louis Blues-themed book nooks to community ice rinks.
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Aug 22, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Michael Ryan |Jack Cashill |Benjamin Cain
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, Mo. – Missouri’s Be Whole Again Farm is certainly going against the grain with its marketing of much-debated grass-fed A2 raw milk – which hasn’t been pasteurized – alongside other healthy products. Scott and Rachel Moser embarked on a health journey in Utah, where they started growing their own food. Following their consumption of raw milk and other dietary changes, the couple made a committed decision to purchase land in a renowned farming state.
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Aug 16, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Michael Ryan |Benjamin Cain
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The City of Springfield is planning a project to help showcase the downtown area, which includes “daylighting” part of Jordan Creek. During The Great Depression in the 1930s, the city redirected the creek underground to conceal the then-polluted waterway and reduce flooding. Over the past 10-20 years, significant improvements have been made in flood reduction.
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Aug 15, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Michael Ryan |Benjamin Cain
BRANSON, Mo. – Fans of ‘80s nostalgia can experience a totally rad throwback at the Retromania Live festival in Branson Aug. 21-25. The indoor festival at The Mansion Theatre boasts 11 classic rock bands, two cover bands and a lineup of ‘80s and ‘90s celebrities. SiriusXM personality Tommy London will be hosting, with Pauly Shore providing the comedy.
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Aug 12, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Michael Ryan |Benjamin Cain
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. – Anglers and boaters at Lake of the Ozarks have noticed an uptick in one sticky, clumpy creature. Missouri Department of Conservation media specialist Francis Skalicky says people shouldn’t worry, though; they’re harmless, gelatinous invertebrates composed of microscopic animals called bryozoans. And they don’t sting or bite. An entire exoskeleton is constructed by the colonies. People often confuse these organisms with moss, algae, or even freshwater jellyfish.
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Aug 7, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Michael Ryan |Benjamin Cain
ROBY, Mo. – A woman hailing from Roby, Missouri and her sister were handpicked to be part of The Chosen multi-season series, a Christian historical drama that delves into the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Dawn Mayberry says her sister Donna Novak, currently residing in Arizona, applied for the show and was chosen to be an extra. Seeing that, Dawn became interested and made the choice to be part of the production too.
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Jul 3, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Michael Ryan |Benjamin Cain
With the arrival of summer the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding the public about the ongoing mosquito season and the potential threat of West Nile virus. Thus far, 11 virus-positive mosquito pools and 10 positive birds have been reported in 13 counties, including Cook, Douglas, Fulton, Kane, Champaign, LaSalle, Morgan, Hancock, Whiteside, Williamson, Washington, Woodford and Winnebago counties.
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Jul 1, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Michael Ryan |Benjamin Cain
This is one in a series of “Summer of Fun” articles by The Heartlander showcasing fun things to do across Missouri and Kansas. WICHITA, Ks. – If you’re looking for some summer fun, consider immersing yourself in the late 1800s at Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita and become a part of living history. The open-air museum, built in 1950, showcases the life of Wichita during its heyday as a vibrant cowtown.
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Jun 21, 2024 | 
heartlandernews.com | Ben Cain |Brooke Gariss |Benjamin Cain
This is one in a series of “Summer of Fun” articles by The Heartlander showcasing fun things to do across Missouri and Kansas. ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Summer fun for the entire family is waiting at the City Museum, an architectural and artistic playground tucked away in downtown St. Louis. The unique wonderland occupies a massive 600,000 square feet within the former International Shoe Company building.
