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Schools, homes in Perry County, Missouri, torn apart after severe storms Friday
SUMMARY: Severe storms in Perry County, Missouri, on Friday night caused widespread destruction, including significant damage to Perryville schools. The tornado’s path spanned approximately 10 miles, damaging buildings, including Perryville District 32 schools, homes, and infrastructure. The community quickly rallied to help, with residents assisting each other despite the devastation. A local man lost his roof and belongings but was thankful for his survival. Neighbors helped Courtney Rayburn’s family clear debris from their damaged property. The Perry Park Center is offering assistance, and contractors are being asked to register to avoid scams. Recovery efforts are underway.
Perryville’s elementary, middle and high schools all received some sort of damage in addition to a number of homes on the south side of town.
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Here's what Yadier Molina said on his first game as a Cardinals coach
SUMMARY: Yadier Molina, the St. Louis Cardinals’ legendary catcher, returned to Busch Stadium as a guest coach for the first time since retiring three years ago. Serving for two games against the Chicago Cubs, Molina is providing moral support and sharing his expertise with catchers and pitchers to refine their skills during the 2025 season’s final months. He expressed joy in returning home, appreciating the fans and the opportunity to mentor young players. Manager Oli Marmol and catchers Yohel Pozo and Pedro Pages praised Molina’s presence and impact. Molina also revealed aspirations to manage or coach at the major league level in the future.
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Local movie: Catching Bullets
SUMMARY: “Catching Bullets” is a powerful new documentary addressing youth gun violence in St. Louis, following community leaders and mentors working to break the cycle. The film centers on former gang member Darren Seals, who survived multiple shootings and now dedicates his life to helping at-risk youth find constructive paths. It highlights gun violence as the leading cause of death for Black males in St. Louis and emphasizes the need for community-driven change. Premiering locally on the 14th and streaming nationally on Tubi and Amazon Prime, the film aims to inspire hope, healing, and a return to caring community values.
Thursday, August 14th 24:1 Cinema
6755 Page Avenue
Pagedale, Mo 6:30 p.m.
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Police found a man stabbed to death in St. Louis. They arrested his stepson in Minnesota a day later
SUMMARY: Police found 73-year-old Steven Brown stabbed to death in his North St. Louis home. Neighbors described Brown and his wife as very kind and genuine. The peaceful neighborhood was shocked when authorities arrested Brown’s stepson, 46-year-old James Minor, in Clay County, Minnesota, about 800 miles away. Minor was caught changing a flat tire when deputies arrested him; he reportedly confessed, saying, “You got me, I did it.” Minor is charged with second-degree murder and armed criminal action and awaits extradition to St. Louis. Police have not disclosed a motive for the crime. The community mourns the loss of a beloved man.
Mark Empying, the sheriff for Clay County, Minnesota, said James Minor was “attempting to change a flat tire on the side of the …
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