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New tornado sirens in rural Jefferson County will be synched with National Weather Service

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www.youtube.com – FOX 2 St. Louis – 2025-03-24 17:05:57

SUMMARY: Jefferson County is upgrading its tornado warning system by installing 101 new outdoor sirens synced with the National Weather Service. This initiative follows a recent tornado that impacted areas without sirens. The new installations will be guided by population density and strategically placed in neighborhoods with higher populations. The system will automatically activate sirens only in the affected areas, reducing confusion during tornado warnings. The project is expected to be completed by next spring, improving community safety by ensuring timely alerts for residents in outdoor spaces, while emphasizing the need for additional indoor warning methods.

When a tornado rolled through Jefferson County on March 14, many residents were able to get to safety. And while the outdoor warning system sounded in the city of Arnold, much of the tornado’s path was in areas of the county that don’t have sirens. But that’s all about to change.

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Watch out for 'fly-by-night' contractors

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www.youtube.com – FOX 2 St. Louis – 2025-09-12 11:59:14

SUMMARY: September is National Preparedness Month, reminding consumers to be cautious of “fly-by-night” contractors who often appear after storms, offering quick repairs for cash upfront but delivering poor or no work. These scammers frequently follow storms into new towns, promising great deals and falsely claiming local connections. The Better Business Bureau advises researching reliable contractors before disasters strike, as post-disaster urgency makes it easy to fall victim. Consumers should also review their insurance coverage to ensure proper protection. Resources like BBB and Ready.gov offer guides for preparedness, helping individuals plan ahead to avoid scams and make informed decisions during stressful times.

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Adam Wainwright’s odd story around the 9/11 attacks

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September 11, 2025

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fox2now.com – Joey Schneider – 2025-09-11 11:48:00

SUMMARY: Before debuting with the St. Louis Cardinals, Adam Wainwright had a close brush with the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. In early September 2001, Wainwright and his brother Trey planned a trip to New York City, initially to see a Yankees game that was rained out. Instead, they visited the Empire State Building on Sept. 10, capturing a photo with the World Trade Center behind them. They planned to visit the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sept. 11 but left New York early, narrowly avoiding the attacks. Wainwright later reflected on seeing smoke from the tragedy during their drive. He pitched for the Cardinals from 2005-2023, winning 200 games.

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Charlie Kirk shooting: Weapon recovered in woods near Utah college campus, FBI says

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September 11, 2025

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www.ozarksfirst.com – Michael Bartiromo – 2025-09-11 08:42:00

SUMMARY: Charlie Kirk, conservative influencer and Turning Point USA co-founder, was fatally shot at Utah Valley University while speaking at an event. The FBI and Utah Department of Public Safety have not apprehended the suspect but tracked their movements before and after the shooting, including footage from the event and nearby doorbell cameras. The suspect, described as college-aged and blending with the crowd, allegedly shot Kirk from a distant rooftop using a high-powered bolt-action rifle, later abandoned in a wooded area. Authorities recovered physical evidence and urged the public to submit video footage. Two detained individuals were released, and the investigation continues.

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