SUMMARY: Kansas City-area students and teachers are preparing to return to school starting August 11 through August 21, with varying dates across districts. Early starters on August 11 include Leavenworth and Shawnee Mission (grades 1-7, 9). Other districts begin August 12–14 with staggered grade starts, including Basehor-Linwood, Blue Valley, De Soto, and Olathe. Larger districts like Belton, Independence, Kansas City Public Schools, and Park Hill begin August 18. The latest returns are in mid-to-late August, including Lee’s Summit, Liberty, and Lone Jack on August 21. Some districts offer half days or early dismissals during the initial days.

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SUMMARY: Arthur Shivers demonstrates a no-equipment, bodyweight workout suitable for home or travel, emphasizing daily movement and hydration. The routine includes 15 jumping jacks (with a low-impact option), 15 bodyweight squats, another set of 15 jumping jacks, 50 push-ups (with modifications for beginners or advanced variations), and 15 burpees (step-back or jump versions). Between exercises, jump jacks are repeated as active rest. The goal is to maintain consistent physical activity every day, adaptable to different fitness levels. Shivers encourages viewers to start now and keep moving, promoting health and hydration throughout the process.

Arthur Shivers from Generation 3 Fitness joins us in the FOX 2 studio to talk about a bodyweight workout that you can take anywhere.

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SUMMARY: Chad Marler, a rising pro fisher from Bonne Terre, Missouri, won \$100,000 at the National Professional Fishing League’s Lake Eufaula tournament during his rookie season. Marler’s biggest catch was an 8-pound, 1-ounce largemouth bass, totaling 33 pounds, 12 ounces over two days, beating 100+ anglers. An Army veteran and father of three, he credits his small-town roots, disciplined football coaches, and military background for his success. Marler emphasizes adaptability amid tough weather and values giving back to the fishing community. He aims for future NPFL titles and sees fishing as a marathon requiring preparation, research, and mental toughness.

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