SUMMARY: The Springfield City Council is considering a rental inspection program to improve safety and quality of single-family and duplex rentals. Building Development Services Director Martin Gugel plans an 18-month refinement, starting with a pilot in the West Central neighborhood, which has many aging rental properties and blighted cases. The program includes a $35 annual rental license with inspections every five years, checking structural integrity, safety features, and habitability. Failed inspections incur a $50 re-inspection fee. The West Central Neighborhood Alliance supports the initiative. Funding of nearly $460,000 is allocated for 2025-2026, with a citywide rollout dependent on pilot results.

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SUMMARY: Tuesday in Kansas City starts mild with light fog reflecting lingering moisture. Recent rains were uneven, with pockets over 3 inches in northeast Jackson and western Lafayette Counties, but most areas saw under half an inch. A dry spell is expected through mid-August, with only isolated rain chances and rising humidity. A front early next week may bring rain and humidity relief. A ridge over the Plains will bring hotter weather this weekend and shift west early next week, allowing tropical storm Erin—forecasted to become a major hurricane—to recurve away from the US, though East Coast and Caribbean areas should monitor its path closely.

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SUMMARY: On National Pickleball Day, coach Josh Schertz discussed the Billikens’ basketball program amid a game of pickleball. Addressing NIL and salary cap challenges, Schertz emphasized managing player payments carefully within limits, influencing recruiting and retention. He praised the team’s depth and potential for greatness, noting the importance of embracing roles and teamwork. Schertz highlighted standout players like Quentin Jones and Kellen Thames, noting growth and versatility. He explained recruiting strategies focus on blending youth and experience to build continuity, essential for championship success. Athlete Paul Otiendo’s defensive versatility was praised. Schertz humorously claimed he’d outplay Robbie in pickleball.

SLU men’s basketball coach Josh Shertz is a former tennis prodigy who also likes to play pickleball. So why not talk about the Billikens while playing a game?

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