The Missouri House endorsed legislation Wednesday that could allow more school employees to be trained to carry guns as protection officers.
Under current state law, teachers and administrators already can be designated as school protection officers if they complete 112 hours of basic training and an additional 18 hours every two years.
The legislation would expand that option to all school personnel, such as cooks, custodians, maintenance staff and others.
CMN Radiothon Year 3 Results in Around $82,000 in Donations
The residents of the Lakes Region again stand up and donate to help the Children's Miracle Network.
Ozark Man Hurt in Taney County Crash
A man from Ozark is in serious condition after a Friday afternoon traffic crash in northern Taney County.
Drought Area Continues to Dwindle
Despite little rain over the last week, the late June rain combined with the precipitation that has fallen in July continues the trend of lower drought conditions.
Stone County Crash Injures Three People
A late Wednesday night crash north of Kimberling City results in injuries to three people from Reeds Spring.
When Will the Next Chance of Rain Arrive?
While the severe thunderstorms that have moved through the Midwest have stayed away from the Lakes Region to this point, another opportunity for storms will take place this evening.