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Camper illness leads to panic in Eureka Tuesday night

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

EUREKA, Mo. - There was panic at a camp in Eureka Tuesday night. Parents rushed to pick up their kids after finding out several children needed medical care.Several hours ago, there was a lot of commotion at Camp Wyman in Wildwood. Two teens were taken to the hospital in need of medical care. The CEO of the camp told FOX 2 a teenage girl had a pre-existing medical condition. She had a medical emergency during dinner Tuesday. A nurse they have on staff came to help her.A teenage boy tripped and fell during the emergency, and both teens were taken to a nearby hospital. Others started hyperventilating and panicking, leading to camp staff calling in extra help. Several ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars were at the scene. Missouri family finds relative 10 hours after hearing she died We're told this is a camp for kids ages four to 15. The kids were about two and a half weeks into their stay.A group of concerned parents came to reunite with their kids Tuesday night."We know that ...

Sculptor Harry Weber and The Spinks Brothers getting stars on St. Louis Walk of Fame today

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Three lucky individuals will get stars on the St. Louis Walk of Fame Wednesday. One of those includes sculptor Harry Weber.He's been sculpting sports sensations and historical figures for years. Weber's works include the Lewis and Clark statue along the St. Louis Riverfront, the Chuck Berry Statue in The Delmar Loop, the Dred and Harriet Scott statue in downtown St. Louis, and all the Cardinals Hall of Famers outside Busch Stadium.Wednesday morning's induction ceremony is at 11:30 a.m. His star will be in front of the Peacock Diner on Delmar Boulevard. Missouri family finds relative 10 hours after hearing she died The Spinks Brothers will also get stars on the walk of fame on Monday. Micahel and Leon Spinks made history in 1976 as the first brothers to win Olympic gold medals in the same year. They later became the first brothers to win the world heavyweight championships as pros. Leon Spinks was also recognized for beating Muhammand Ali in one of the biggest upsets in...

GAF Roofing Academy hosting training class today

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One of North America's largest roofing manufacturers is holding a training class Wednesday.GAF says their roofing academy is to help people from any background build the necessary skills to get an entry-level position in the roofing industry. That especially includes formerly incarcerated people and those leaving the military. How many Missouri bridges need to be repaired or replaced? Depends who you ask After the 4-day course, graduates will have a chance to be interviewed by certified contractors.

'Tall Tree' subdivision development possibly coming to St. Charles County

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - One of the largest housing developments in years may be coming to St. Charles County, but residents and wildlife advocates are worried how it will affect a popular conservation area.Developers want to build a 356-acre subdivision with over 550 homes alongside the Highway D-D corridor, west of O'Fallon. Homes in the 'Tall Tree' subdivision would cost between $375,000 to $1 million, but residents said they have multiple concerns. Missouri family finds relative 10 hours after hearing she died One is increased traffic on the two-lane rural highway. Another is how it will affect the nearby August Busch Conservation area, which is a popular spot for hiking, fishing, and bird-watching.They're arguing the development should be smaller.They'll voice those arguments to the County Zoning Division at their meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Family Arena.

'Indy NXT' Series starting today at World Wide Technology Raceway

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

MADISON, Ill.- The track at World Wide Technology Raceway is heating up again Wednesday for the 'Indy NXT' Series.17 teams and drivers are competing. The racing test is to prepare for the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 Indycar weekend. How many Missouri bridges need to be repaired or replaced? Depends who you ask That's August 26 through the 27.

Susan Polgar Foundation Invitational Chess Tournament starting today at Webster University

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Webster University will host the 20th annual Susan Polgar Foundation Invitational Chess Tournament Wednesday.The competition is for girls ages 17 and younger. Right now, 54 girls from 29 states are preparing to compete. Missouri family finds relative 10 hours after hearing she died For the 20th anniversary, Susan Polgar herself will be present to oversee the tournament. She helped lead Webster's chess team to five national championships as coach until she retired two years ago.The tournament runs through Sunday.

'Fill The Freezer' breast milk donation event taking place today

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - For more than 20 years, nurse Denise Broeker at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital has helped medically fragile babies by offering a special kind of breast milk.Pasteurized human donor milk helps protect preemies from illness and infection. Since Broeker is retiring and Cardinal Glennon wants to honor her, they're hosting a 'Fill The Freezer' event from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Missouri family finds relative 10 hours after hearing she died You can drop off frozen breast milk at the Cardinal Glennon drop-off depot if the milk bank does not approve you.Cardinal Glennon shared that they need more than 1,000 milk donors every year. You can learn more about the donations here.

Girl Scouts learning about public safety at 'Camp Fury STL' today

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Girl scouts are learning about public safety at a special camp this week.'Camp Fury STL' returns again this year. Firefighters and law enforcement teach campers everything from search and rescue skills, crime scene investigation, arresting a suspect, rappelling down a 40-foot building, and putting out a live fire. How many Missouri bridges need to be repaired or replaced? Depends who you ask The girl scouts graduate from the camp on Friday.

Water main break causes boil order in Caseyville, Illinois

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

CASEYVILLE, Ill. - Caseyville, Illinois issues a boil order for some residents because of a water main break. How many Missouri bridges need to be repaired or replaced? Depends who you ask It covers areas along Highway 159, including Hollywood Heights, the Tanglewood subdivision, and roads off of Bethel Mine Road between Highway 159 and Carol Louise Drive.

Rockies Mailbag: Is Nolan Jones the real deal? What’s up with Zac Veen?

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:24:53 GMT

Denver Post sports writer Patrick Saunders with the latest installment of his Rockies Mailbag.Pose a Rockies — or MLB — related question for the Rockies Mailbag.Hey Patrick, what are your thoughts on Nolan Jones so far? He’s been one of the few bright spots this year. He’s got power, speed and a heckuva arm.— Mark, ArvadaMark, I’ve also been impressed by Jones.Based on discussions with general manager Bill Schmidt and manager Bud Black, I wasn’t sure if Jones’s skills would transfer from Triple-A Albuquerque to the majors this quickly. There were questions about his defense in the outfield and at first base. But so far, so good.Jones is incredibly athletic and it’s a pleasure to watch him play. He’s provided a needed spark for a struggling team.Here are some particulars of what he’s done so far (through Monday’s game at Cincinnati):• Reached base safely in a career-long 13 games, tied for the longest active stre...