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Yahoo
4 days ago
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Bond issue finances upgrades to McDonald County Schools' exteriors
MCDONALD COUNTY, Mo. — Six FEMA-related storm shelters, and a multitude of interior renovations are complete, but that's not all that's being done within the McDonald County School District. Work now involves a whole lot of asphalt. Crews are making exterior improvements to all of its campuses, many of which have gravel parking lots and roads. Work that was being done Tuesday morning outside Pineville Elementary. Parking lots and other areas at Anderson, White Rock, Southwest City and the Mustang Academy are getting upgrades. Work outside the high school has already wrapped up. 'Everyone is really excited about having the parking lots done. It makes our schools look nicer. It makes our whole community look nicer. Everyone's excited about it. Not just our school staff, but our community is excited, as well,' said Dr. Eric Findley, McDonald County Schools Supt. 'We're the hub here at the high school. All of the buses come through here. They all originate here, and they all end up here in the morning and leave out of here in the afternoon. So, this road here behind the high school. It's probably the busiest dirt road in the county before now.' The projects are being funded by the 21-and-a-half million bond issue voters approved in 2022. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Yahoo
Insurance and FEMA-related scams increasing in aftermath of Los Angeles wildfires
Authorities are warning community members to watch out for insurance and FEMA-related scams after the Eaton and Palisades fires devastated parts of the Los Angeles area. The word of caution came from the Pasadena Police Department in the form of posts to social media. The department said it has seen an increase in reports of scam attempts since the destructive blazes. 'If your home has been damaged, you may be targeted by scammers trying to take advantage of you during this vulnerable time,' said Officer Riddle of Pasadena PD. The scams come in the form of door-to-door visits, phone calls and emails, the department said. FEMA application denied? What LA fire victims should know According to Pasadena PD, fire victims should never give any personal or financial information to unverified or unsolicited contacts. 'Legitimate FEMA and insurance representatives will have official documentation and won't pressure you for immediate decisions,' the department said. All phone numbers related to FEMA or private insurance providers can be verified by calling official phone numbers. Those can be found listed on the websites for either FEMA or your specific insurance provider. 'Trust your instincts,' Pasadena PD said. 'If someone is rushing you, making threats, or demanding payment through gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency, it's a red flag.' If you think you have been scammed, or have any information about scammers in the area, please call the Pasadena Police at 626-744-4241 or report information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477), via your smartphone by downloading the 'P3 Tips' Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store, or by using the website Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
