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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Senate Bill 68 requires schools to regulate student phone use
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Cell phones at school are the focus of a bill passed in Jefferson City this week. Carthage settles lawsuit with former city administrator Choosing the right storm shelter Volunteers revive history in Carthage for Great Americans Day Asbury shutting off water temporarily for repair work Six months in, Joplin police see success with Co-Responder program Senate Bill 68 has been passed by both the State House and Senate and has been sent to the Governor's desk for approval. Senate Bill 68 requires school districts to adopt a policy about students' use of cell phones while on campus. Many districts, like Joplin, already have one in place, but this would make it statewide. East Middle School principal, Jason Cravens says his students aren't allowed to use phones in school—which minimizes distractions and cuts down on their looking up answers online. 'That's not helpful in an educational environment where we want them to do their own work. And then also you have social connections, and we want kids interacting face to face and learning good social skills in person,' said Cravens. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Metro-east family watched helicopter crash in their yard. Here's what they saw
Ashley Quigley will never forget the events of Thursday April 25. That was the night a helicopter crashed in her yard in Hartford, Illinois. A pilot and two crew members were aboard the ARCH Medical Helicopter when it crashed after a training exercise, Hartford Police Chief Matt Asbury said in a press release. The pilot and the two crew members all sustained non-life-threatening injuries and Friday night were listed in stable condition, Asbury's said. The Granite City-based medical helicopter was in Hartford at approximately 8:51 p.m. for the training, which was hosted by the Hartford Fire Department. When the Arch Helicopter was taking off 'an unknown incident caused it to crash, and a short time later it caught fire,' Asbury said. The Hartford Fire Department, with the assistance of Madison County Haz-Mat, were able to extinguish the helicopter after it burst into flames, Asbury said in a press release. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a cause, according to a release. Ashley Quigley and her 10-year-old son had just come back from her nephew's baseball game down the street from her house at 105 Elm Street. A friend mentioned that the helicopter was in the area, she said, but was too focused on the game to give it much thought. But when the helicopter landed in her back yard, her 4-year-old son was too excited to let the opportunity to catch a glimpse pass. 'He thought it was the coolest thing in the world to see the helicopter had landed in his back yard. He was so excited,' she said. Quigley was holding her 9-month-old daughter and had her 4-year-old in tow. Then it all went wrong. The propeller hit the tree and the helicopter 'just started spinning out of control,' she said. 'You could hear the crackling sound of the propeller when it hit the tree. You heard the tree crack. It looked like somebody was juggling a ball in the air for a few minutes then it came crashing straight down to the ground.' Quigley noticed a man laying on the ground next to the wreckage. She wasn't sure if he fell out of the helicopter or if he was injured on the ground. 'I was shaking. My 4-year-old was screaming bloody murder. … I saw all of the firefighters come over and start helping the people,' she said. Firefighters already at the scene responded quickly when fire erupted on the underside of the helicopter. 'As they were helping the victims on the ground, the helicopter fire got really big. It was the craziest and scariest thing I had ever seen,' Quigley said. 'I was worried that something from the helicopter could come flying at us. I was worried about the people who were inside of the helicopter. There were so many emotions inside that I didn't really know what I was thinking at the time.' She said she directed her children back into the house, both for safety and to shield them from any more traumatic images. As for now, she added, they are praying.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kelly Asbury chosen for Leadership Missouri program
SEDALIA, Mo. — Kelly Asbury has been chosen to be a part of the 2025 Leadership Missouri program. The program is a statewide leadership development initiative hosted by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce. Asbury is the director of the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at State Fair Community College. She will join seven monthly sessions which will focus on increasing individual leadership skills. Going through the program will enhance my leadership abilities in my current role, as well as provide networking opportunities with leaders throughout the State of Missouri. Kelly Asbury The program is set to bring people from all different backgrounds to inspire collaboration, innovation and long-term impact. For more information about the Missouri SBDC, visit the center's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Asbury Automotive Group Schedules Release of First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
DULUTH, Ga., April 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG), one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., announced that it will release its first quarter financial results before the market opens on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Asbury will host a conference call later that day at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The conference call will be simulcast live on the internet and can be accessed by logging onto A replay will be available on this site for 30 days. In addition, live audio will be accessible to the public. Participants may enter the conference call five to ten minutes prior to the scheduled start of the call by dialing: Domestic: (877) 407-2988 International: +1 (201) 389-0923 Passcode: 13753098 About Asbury Automotive Group, Inc Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG), a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Duluth, GA, is one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S. In late 2020, Asbury embarked on a multi-year plan to increase revenue and profitability strategically through organic operations, acquisitive growth and innovative technologies, with its guest-centric approach as Asbury's constant North Star. As of March 31, 2025, Asbury operated 150 new vehicle dealerships, consisting of 196 franchises and representing 31 domestic and foreign brands of vehicles. Asbury also operates Total Care Auto, Powered by Landcar, a leading provider of service contracts and other vehicle protection products, and 37 collision repair centers. Asbury offers an extensive range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles; parts and service, which includes vehicle repair and maintenance services, replacement parts and collision repair services; and finance and insurance products, including arranging vehicle financing through third parties and aftermarket products, such as extended service contracts, guaranteed asset protection debt cancellation, and prepaid maintenance. Asbury is recognized as one of America's Fastest Growing Companies 2024 by the Financial Times and the Company is listed in World's Most Trustworthy Companies 2024 by Newsweek. For additional information, visit View source version on Contacts Investors & Reporters May Contact: Joe SoriceSr. Manager, Investor Relations(770) 418-8211ir@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Asbury Automotive Group Releases 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report
DULUTH, Ga., April 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG), one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., has published its 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report to present its Environmental, Social, and Governance ("ESG") commitments and related initiatives. "As we continue working toward our mission to be the most guest-centric automotive retailer, our ESG initiatives are strengthened by the dedicated team members who make up our company. Through their hard work and attention to detail, we are making strides toward a more sustainable future," said David Hult, Asbury's President and Chief Executive Officer. "We are proud to share our ESG progress as we maintain a culture of shared values." To view the Company's 2024 report, visit About Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG), a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Duluth, GA, is one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S. In late 2020, Asbury embarked on a multi-year plan to increase revenue and profitability strategically through organic and acquisitive growth and innovative technologies, with its guest-centric approach as Asbury's constant North Star. As of March 31, 2025, Asbury operated 150 new vehicle dealerships, consisting of 196 franchises and representing 31 domestic and foreign brands of vehicles. Asbury also operates Total Care Auto, Powered by Landcar, a leading provider of service contracts and other vehicle protection products, and 37 collision repair centers. Asbury offers an extensive range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles; parts and service, which includes vehicle repair and maintenance services, replacement parts and collision repair services; and finance and insurance products, including arranging vehicle financing through third parties and aftermarket products, such as extended service contracts, guaranteed asset protection debt cancellation, and prepaid maintenance. Asbury is recognized as one of America's Fastest Growing Companies 2024 by the Financial Times and the Company is listed among the World's Most Trustworthy Companies 2024 by Newsweek. For additional information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Morgan Irwin - Head of Corporate Communicationsmirwin@ (678) 537-6593 Sign in to access your portfolio
