SUMMARY: The Shannon County Commission announced plans to terminate nearly all deputies in the Sheriff’s Office due to budget overruns, with Sheriff Steven Hogan retaining his \$81,000 salary but no funds left for deputies. Despite staffing cuts, the county jail and dispatch remain operational. Hogan explained the office was understaffed and under-resourced when he took office in January 2025, requiring new hires and partnerships with local cities to fund deputies. He criticized the Commission for refusing budget amendments and claimed the cuts threaten public safety. A temporary injunction was filed June 20 to maintain staffing, with a court hearing set for June 23.

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SUMMARY: A rare bronze medal from the 1904 St. Louis Olympics, awarded for tug-of-war, was discovered in Prague and sold to RR Auction for \$25,000. The medal, now in Boston, belonged to a Scandinavian athlete from a time when Olympic participation was loosely regulated, allowing anyone to sign up. The 1904 Games featured 651 athletes and 95 events, with the U.S. winning gold and silver in tug-of-war. The medal’s design shows an athlete with a laurel crown on one side and the goddess Nike on the other. It lacks its original ribbon and is open for bidding until July 17.

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SUMMARY: As St. Louis faces extreme heat this weekend, experts warn about dangers like heat exhaustion, especially for seniors who may struggle due to medical conditions or medications. Despite the oppressive humidity and temperatures over 80 degrees, many are still active outdoors in Forest Park, including cyclists, runners, and golfers. They manage the heat by staying hydrated, wearing loose clothing, applying sunscreen, and taking frequent breaks. Medical professionals emphasize watching for symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and muscle cramps. Residents are encouraged to visit local cooling shelters by calling 211 or texting “heat” to 314-425-5355 for locations and additional heat safety tips at KSDK.com.

A “feels like” temperature of up to 110 degrees is expected for St. Louis this weekend. Health experts warn that older adults should be more careful outdoors.

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