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State to audit Arnold, 2 transportation development districts over scrapped Arnold Parkway project
SUMMARY: The Missouri Auditor’s Office is investigating the city of Arnold, linked to the Arnold Parkway project that would have connected Highway 141 to Richardson Road, impacting homes and businesses. The audit focuses on potential corruption involving the city and two Transportation Development Districts, including property ownership issues and high-level officials serving as district officers. The $75 million project was halted last month after lawsuits from business owners. The city denies the allegations, claiming they’re based on misinformation. The state auditor is currently reviewing corporate documents provided by the city.

The Missouri State Auditor’s Office is auditing the city of Arnold and two transportation development districts following complaints about the proposed Arnold Parkway road project that has since been scrapped.
A Nov. 7 letter that state Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick sent Arnold Mayor Ron Counts said the Auditor’s Office had received multiple complaints from its Whistleblower Hotline about Arnold’s oversight and operation of the Arnold Retail Corridor Transportation Development District (ARC TDD) and the Triangle Transportation Development District (Triangle TDD).
The letter said the Auditor’s Office investigated the complaints and determined they are credible.
In the letter, the Auditor’s Office identified the following three potential issues that possibly could constitute improper government activity, adding that there could be more issues.
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TISL Weekend Edition celebrates Star's birthday
SUMMARY: TISL Weekend Edition celebrated Star’s birthday, a beloved stallion owned by Tracy since she was 16. Star, born May 4, 2002, has been part of major life events, including Tracy’s wedding where he walked her down the aisle. He’s also participated twice in the California Rose Parade and has traveled extensively with Tracy across several states. Star is the “boss” of the other horses Tracy boards, alongside Pickles, the sheep who rules them all. They celebrated with carrot cake, Star’s favorite. Tracy’s care and bond with Star highlight their special relationship, marking over half Star’s life together. Happy birthday, Star!

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President Trump delivers the commencement address at the University of Alabama
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump delivered the commencement address at the University of Alabama, congratulating the class of 2025. He praised the university as a place where legends are made and emphasized the significance of their graduation during a time of extraordinary change and growth in America. Trump declared that they were the first graduating class of the “golden age of America” and encouraged them to look forward to a bright and promising future. He expressed confidence that they would play a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s future, potentially becoming the greatest generation in American history.

President Donald Trump delivered the commencement address to the University of Alabama’s Class of 2025 in Tuscaloosa.
This was Mr. Trump’s first address to graduates in his second term and comes on the heels of his administrations first 100 days in office.
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St. Louis forecast: Rain, at times, cooler temperatures through the weekend
SUMMARY: St. Louis experienced its wettest April on record, with 10.85 inches of rain. The weather forecast for the weekend includes cooler temperatures and rain, particularly on Saturday afternoon and evening, with a chance of thunderstorms. Sunday will be drier, though lingering showers are possible. Winds will be from the northwest at 10-15 mph, and rain chances will increase in the afternoon. The 7-day forecast predicts highs in the 60s this weekend, with drier weather returning on Monday and Tuesday. Next weekend looks warmer, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s and less rain expected.

A few scattered showers and a rumble of thunder are possible at times into the weekend.
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