A family that constantly fights typically has serious problems. An exception to that rule can be found at the Hannibal Armory Boxing Club in Hannibal, Mo., where fighting has helped create a family.

With heart-wrenching images of grieving Haitian citizens monopolizing airtime on television, Americans are once again mobilizing relief efforts to aid the earthquake shattered island nation.

Employees at the Kawasaki Motors manufacturing plant in Maryville were sent home early Thursday afternoon after temporary repairs to a large section of the factory's roof failed under the weight of recent heavy snowfall.

State Rep. Kevin Wilson, R-Neosho, has been tabbed to head up a bipartisan committee with the task of establishing ethics and governmental reform at the state level.

A product made from sugar beet juice is helping the Missouri Department of Transportation keep roads clear this winter. The liquid is mixed with salt and spread on roadways.

Sixteen years ago, West Jarrett and her three children spent Christmas in a country that did not acknowledge Christmas and where it was forbidden to even mention Jesus’ name, let alone to worship his birth.

Scammers call unsuspecting seniors posing as their grandchild, saying he has been in an accident, is in jail or is in some other kind of trouble

A relative of men charged with unspeakable acts of sexual violence against children said on Thursday he does not think the allegations are “valid” and hopes the men are exonerated.

Three of the Mohler men, accused of graphic sexual abuse of their own young relatives, faced judges Thursday morning in Lafayette County court.

The Rams have seldom been worse. Stephen Jackson has never been better. The Rams (1-10) can barely win a game, yet Jackson runs on everybody. Stopping Jackson will be key for the Bears this week.

Krissy Jacobs proudly held a sign over her head, slowly turning so folks in all directions could read its three-word message: “Rogue is Vogue.”

There are people out there who look forward to the holidays - because it gives them a perfect chance to steal your stuff.   

These are hard times for education in America.  Colleges and universities are increasingly strapped for cash and tuition goes up as a result.  Salaries have been largely flat for those who teach and support staffs in Missouri’s education system.

Three Northwest Missouri State University Bearcats and a coach visited a St. Gregory's kindergarten class on Friday. Josh Lorenson, number 99, Tyler Roach, number 91, and Sean Paddock, number 97, sat down with students and read to the youngsters. Coach Rich Wright, who also had a daughter in the class, also took a moment to read to the children. - Maryville Daily Forum

Missouri’s senior citizens have worked hard throughout their lives in order to build a brighter future for their children and grandchildren.  They have contributed much to our communities throughout the years while also working to build their retirement nest egg in hopes of someday enjoying the fruits of their labors.  I am happy to report that again this year they will have the opportunity to keep more of their hard earned money.