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By Chelsea Corkins While our new 4-H year does not begin until October 1, summer is the perfect time to learn more about Missouri 4-H. This time of year includes many programs such as 4-H camp, county, district, and state fair, and Citizenship Washington Focus.

Drivers in the market for a new or pre-owned vehicle over the last couple of years likely discovered that the process of buying a car or truck is as difficult as ever. Prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic, factory closures, supply chain issues, semiconductor chip shortages, and a bevy of other complications led to fewer vehicles on lots and much higher sticker prices on cars that were on the lot. That has caused people who are on strict budgets to reevaluate priorities and timelines.

One of the major aspects of Missouri's recent primary was the number of races for which there actually was no contest. In more than half of the 180 state legislative districts on the ballot, one of the two major parties did not have a candidate.

The University of Missouri Graves-Chapple Extension and Education Center will celebrate a new chapter during the center’s Aug. 23 field day.

WYATT, Mo. (AP) — At least one person was killed Monday when a house exploded in southeast Missouri and a neighboring home erupted in flames, authorities said. Mississippi County Coroner Terry Parker said the victim died at a Cape Girardeau hospital, KFVSTV reported. The victim's name wasn't immediately released.

Dear Amy: I recently started a new job at a warehouse that employs thousands of people. Due to this, when the shift ends there's always a long line of people waiting their turn to punch out.