SUMMARY: Three months after the devastating EF-3 tornado struck St. Louis on May 16, causing five deaths and $1.6 billion in damages, cleanup continues amid challenges. Over one million tons of debris remain, mostly on private properties in westside and northside neighborhoods. Initial cleanup involved United Way, AmeriCorps, and the Missouri National Guard. A federal disaster declaration now allows individual assistance via FEMA, but not for debris removal. Mayor Cara Spencer has requested help from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for large-scale debris removal, supported by Missouri’s congressional delegation. Without USACE, cleanup could take up to 18 months. The city is preparing a “Plan B” and seeking regional partners as it awaits federal approval.

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SUMMARY: Springfield Public Schools will have air conditioning on every bus for the 2025-2026 school year, improving student comfort. The fleet includes eight new buses with integrated seats and three-point seat belts to accommodate special needs students without separate special education buses. Safety features include higher seat backs for crash protection and an advanced eight-camera system covering inside and outside views, aiding drivers with blind spots. The “Where’s The Bus” app tracks student boarding and deboarding, providing live rosters and parent notifications. SPS earned its 25th consecutive “Total Fleet Excellence” certification. Classes start August 19.

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SUMMARY: Fit Flavors offers a healthy, flavorful meal plan designed to support weight loss with tasty, balanced meals. Co-founder Jillian showcases diverse options like a farmer’s breakfast sandwich, breaded chicken gratin with cauliflower, buffalo chicken mac and cheese, Thai peanut shrimp, slow-braised beef, shredded chicken with Asian vegetables, lemon dill salmon, and chimichurri steak. Meals range around 400-450 calories, providing satiety and nutrition. The program encourages consistency, suggesting even one Fit Flavors meal daily can improve health. With about 40 meal options and customizable bulk choices, Fit Flavors makes healthy eating easy. Discounts are available for subscriptions via fitflavors.com.

SPONSORED – Fit Flavors, a St. Louis-based company, is helping you achieve your weight loss goals with its new Weight Loss Meal Plan, offering meals under 450 calories.
The Weight Loss Meal Plan by Fit Flavors has eight meals and six snacks, all designed to be nutritious and satisfying while keeping calorie counts low. Each meal is packed with fiber, protein, and vegetables, providing a balanced diet for those looking to lose weight.
Consistency is key, and the meal plan helps provide with its structure.
Enjoy a 10% discount when purchasing the meal plan compared to buying meals individually. Subscribing to the plan offers even more savings, totaling over 15% off the ticket price.
Fit Flavors operates seven locations across St. Louis, where customers can pick up their orders, and meals can also be ordered online for home delivery.
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