MOBUGS – A walk on the wildside
MObugs---a walk on the wildside
Lifestyle
Read MoreMOBUGS – A walk on the wildside
Some MDC areas offer good camping opportunities
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Camping is a way to connect with the outdoors that can be both enjoyable and economical for the entire family.
These nocturnal flyers are the king of moths
Each year I receive at least a few phone calls from people asking about a large moth they have resting on the side of their house, shed or other surface on their property.Nearly always it is a giant silk moth of some kind. These massive moths are often found near porch lights early in the morning.
Savannah dances the night away at Prom
This past weekend, the students of Savannah High School (SHS) got dressed up for a night of fun.The annual prom hosted by the junior class fell on this past weekend on Saturday, April 26. The theme this year was "Spring Gala" and consisted of tons of floral decor and light and airy pastel colors.
Savannah R3 to Celebrate Ribbon Cutting for New Performing Arts Center and Renovation Project
Savannah R-III School District is proud to announce the official ribbon cutting and grand opening of the brand new Performing Arts Center (PAC) at Savannah High School. The ceremony will take place on Friday, May 2, outside the PAC’s main entrance, with a short program beginning at 5:00 PM.This state-of-the-art facility is a major milestone for the district and marks the first time Savannah High School students will have access to a dedicated theater space.
Savage artists take the cake
The 43rd Annual Highland Art Day took place on April 17 and we are proud to say the Savage artists did more than brush it off; they crushed it.The event had 887 students from 44 different schools and 1,217 pieces of art from a variety of mediums. Students could participate in the following activities: team clay sculpture, sidewalk chalk mural, button making, wheel throwing competition, mammoth mural, self portrait drawing, pet rock shop and draw for keeps.“Highland Art Day was such a cool experience, seeing all the artwork was super amazing and seeing my classmates get a medal and ribbons along with myself was a great experience.
A look at civil case work and a busy judge
Civil cases take up a lot of court time.In 2024 attorneys filed 728 civil cases. Some 496 of those cases were collections related, small claims, landlord tenant, breach of contract and other civil matters.This year, some 228 cases from 2024 are still pending.
Savannah students celebrate prom in Red Carpet Extravaganza
A long line of Savannah High School students assembled on a chilly April afternoon to promenade on the courthouse lawn.The Red Carpet Extravaganza began at 3:30 p.m. on April 26 and lasted for about an hour.Diane Gould, a swim coach at Savannah, organized the event.
“Will you walk into my parlour” said the Spider to the Fly.
Just like the cunning spider of Mary Howitt’s famous poem, orb weavers are experts at luring prey into their "parlour." Many species build intricate webs designed to entrap prey and often the prey is larger than the spider itself!One of the most spectacular of these is the orb weaver referred to as the black and yellow garden spider. They build elaborate webs at the edges of fields, meadows, and agricultural ground.
Are You Missing Out on Free Money? The Cost of Not Maximizing Your 401(k) Match
Every year, millions of Americans leave money on the table by not taking full advantage of their employer’s 401(k) match.This “free money” is part of your compensation, yet a surprising number of employees fail to claim it. The result? Billions of dollars in lost retirement savings and a missed opportunity to build a more secure financial future.How Much Are Americans Losing?A 2015 study by Financial Engines estimated that U.S.