Anesthesiologist Pleads Guilty to Taking Fentanyl from Hospital
An anesthesiologist at a Lee’s Summit, Mo., hospital pleaded guilty in federal court today to illegally taking fentanyl from the hospital.Roman Peplinski, the anesthesiologist in question, admitted to illegally obtaining fentanyl from Lakewood Medical Center on Nov. 5, 2022. Peplinski misrepresented the fentanyl was for a patient, when in reality, that patient had been discharged from the hospital earlier that day. He also admitted to withdrawing fentanyl from three vials from Sept. 1, 2022, through Nov. 30, 2022.According to the information provided, personnel from...
KC Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty to False Tax Returns
A Kansas City tax preparer, Linzell Harris, 67, has pleaded guilty in federal court to aiding the preparation of false tax returns. Harris, who owned and operated The MJM Group, Inc., admitted to fabricating deductions and credits for clients to obtain large refunds. According to the report, the total tax loss to the IRS as a result of Harris's actions was $124,308 for tax years 2015 through 2019.Harris prepared false income tax returns for at least 12 taxpayer clients, totaling 43 fraudulent returns over the mentioned years. He also failed to file personal tax returns...
Empowering Entrepreneurs: KC BizCare Launches Small Business Capital Program
Kansas City's Small Business (SMB) Capital Program, a joint effort by the KC BizCare Office, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, and the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City (EDCKC), has been introduced to provide crucial starting capital for small businesses in the area. The program aims to support entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic growth within the local community.City Manager Brian Platt emphasized the importance of supporting small businesses, stating, "Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy, but also are what make Kansas City so...
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Governor Parson's Busy Schedule Includes Book Signings and Tours Across Missouri
Governor Mike Parson's upcoming schedule for April 22nd to 26th, 2024, is packed with various meetings and events across different cities in Missouri.On Monday, April 22nd, Governor Parson will kick off the week by hosting a meet and greet with members of the Greater Springfield Board of Realtor's leadership class at his office. Later in the day, he will hold a signing of his book at the Missouri River Regional Library in Jefferson City.Moving on to Tuesday, April 23rd, Governor Parson will be traveling to Poplar Bluff for a tour of Three Rivers College, where he will...
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Taxpayers Protection Alliance President: Kansas City tourism threatened by Sen. Hawley’s credit card bill
New credit card regulations sponsored by U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) could threaten Missouri’s $19.9 billion tourism industry by eliminating airline credit cards and reward points for travelers, said David Williams, president of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA).
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Governor Parson's Busy Schedule for March 16 - 22, 2024
Governor Mike Parson's upcoming schedule for the week of March 16 - 22, 2024, is packed with various meetings and events across Missouri.On Saturday, March 16, Governor Parson is set to hold a book signing event at the Polk County Library in Bolivar. The event will take place from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and is open to the media.Moving on to Monday, March 18, Governor Parson will travel to Clinton to attend the Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce's Legislative Luncheon at the Elks Lodge from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Following the luncheon, he will be signing copies of his book...
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Governor Parson Provides Update on Missouri Deployment to Southern Border
Governor Mike Parson of Missouri recently provided an update on the deployment of Missouri personnel to the Southern Border in Texas as part of Governor Greg Abbott's Operation Lone Star mission. Governor Parson expressed his gratitude towards the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) troopers and Missouri National Guard (MONG) members for their efforts in addressing the crisis at the border."Missourians understand there is a crisis at our Southern Border and that it's not just impacting the State of Texas. It seems like every week we are hearing of more and more fentanyl...
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Governor Parson Announces Five Judicial Appointments
Governor Mike Parson has announced five judicial appointments in Missouri, including appointments to the Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District, and various Judicial Circuits. The appointments were made to fill vacancies and bring new talent to the judiciary in the state.The Honorable Matthew P. Hamner, currently serving as a circuit judge for the 26th Judicial Circuit, has been appointed to the Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District. Judge Hamner, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in communication and a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri–Columbia, will...
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Governor Parson Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Drexel Mack, 16th Judicial Circuit
Jefferson City — Today, Governor Mike Parson ordered all U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at government buildings in Jackson County and all police stations in Missouri on Saturday, March 16, 2024, in honor of Drexel Mack, 16th Judicial Circuit Court Process Server II. "Drexel Mack was a devoted public servant who honorably served the 16th Judicial Circuit Court in Jackson County for 12 years," Governor Parson said. "His excellence in the performance of his duties led his colleagues and judges of the circuit to recognize him as both Judicial Circuit...
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Three KC Men Charged with Illegal Firearms Trafficking and Straw Purchases Related to Investigation of Mass Shooting at Super Bowl Rally
Three Kansas City, Mo., men have been charged in federal court for illegal firearms trafficking and straw purchases of firearms as a result of the investigation into the mass shooting at Union Station during the celebration of the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory on Feb. 14, 2024.U.S. Attorney Teresa Moore emphasized the significance of enforcing federal firearms laws, stating, “Stopping straw buyers and preventing illegal firearms trafficking is our first line of defense against gun violence. At least two of the firearms recovered from the scene of the mass shooting...
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Governor Parson's Busy Schedule for March 11 - 15, 2024
Governor Mike Parson's upcoming week is set to be packed with various meetings and events across Missouri.On Tuesday, March 12, Governor Parson will kick off the day by welcoming the Hispanic Leaders Group of Greater St. Louis for their annual "Hispanic Capitol Day" at the Truman Building in Jefferson City. Following that, he will meet with the Class 2 State Champion Ash Grove Baseball team.Wednesday, March 13, will see Governor Parson addressing the MOAPRNFPA Nurse Practitioner Group at the Truman Building before attending the Capitol Police's quarterly meeting. He...
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Mayor Applauds Parade Park Sale
Kansas City, Mo – Today, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas expressed his satisfaction with the successful foreclosure sale of Parade Park Homes, a historic moment for the community. The property has been acquired by the City of Kansas City and conveyed to Flaherty & Collins Development and Twelfth Street Heritage Corporation, entities deeply rooted in the community and committed to preserving the significance of Parade Park Homes to Kansas City. Parade Park stands as one of the nation's oldest Black-owned housing cooperatives.Mayor Lucas highlighted the importance of...
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Kansas City Joins Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities Initiative
Kansas City has officially joined the ranks of the Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities (BASC) initiative, standing alongside 25 other cities in a collective effort to support climate action, economic development, and racial wealth building. In a statement, Mayor Quinton Lucas expressed the city's commitment to sustainability and resilience, emphasizing the importance of building a more climate-conscious community that prioritizes the well-being of vulnerable populations."From championing zero fare transit to securing millions of dollars to plant thousands of trees...
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Stanberry Man Indicted for Illegal Firearm
A Stanberry, Missouri man, Erin L. Graves, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for illegally possessing an unregistered sawed-off shotgun. The indictment, returned by a federal grand jury in Kansas City, Missouri, alleges that Graves was in possession of a Remington 20-gauge shotgun with a barrel of less than 18 inches in length on January 15, 2024.According to the official statement, the charges in the indictment are considered accusations and not evidence of guilt. Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Jessica L. Jennings is set to prosecute the case, which was...
