Kellie Houx

Kellie Houx

  • Joined: September 5, 2024
  • Articles: 746

Northland Coalition hosts event to promote fentanyl prevention

CLAY COUNTY — In recognition of National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, the Northland Coalition will host a free community event on Wednesday, Aug. 21, aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl, sharing local resources, and encouraging connection and conversation around prevention and support, according to a press release.

Aug. 12 marks poll worker day

In honor of National Poll Worker Day today, Aug. 12, Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins is recognizing the role poll workers play in protecting… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Time to be cautious on roads as school gets ready to begin

August has arrived and with it the 2025-2026 school year. The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to encourage parents to include conversations about safety when preparing their students for school. It’s also important that drivers be prepared for the change in traffic patterns as students begin another year of instruction. In 2024, seven people were killed and 345 injured in traffic crashes involving a school bus. In Missouri last year, a total of 843 traffic crashes involved school buses.