Anna Bailey

The FIFA World Cup is rolling into Kansas City, Missouri, and with it, over 650,000 visitors. Not only can the city expect an economic boom, but the impacts will be seen in surrounding areas — including Maryville.

A Maryville local is in the running for the Missouri 6th District congressman position. He is a first-time candidate looking to take over for the predecessor, Congressman Sam Graves.

From opened her business, A Bit of Leaven Artisanal Bakery & School, Oct. 1, 2024. In her custom bakery haven, she focuses a lot of time making sourdough bread and croissants. She also bakes other products like biscotti and scones, and offers monthly classes where she teaches visitors how to make a variety of her products as well.

The Northwest Board of Regents approved to amend the Alcohol of University Property Policy to allow alcohol to be sold at athletic events on campus, during its meeting Dec. 11.