For years the Corps of Engineers has been dreading the Mississippi River. They say that an unexpected shutdown of river traffic could cost the region more than three million dollars per day; this loss would result in higher prices for consumers. In addition, the water levels are hindering the new bridge project in downtown St. Louis. The setback has delayed a planned 2014 opening. Drought conditions are also limiting barge access.
The KLPW Radio Athlete of the Week is Seth Schenck. The New Haven Junior won the state title in the the 800 meter run at Lincoln University in Jefferson City. Seth also took second in the 1600 meter run and anchored the 4X800 relay team that captured seventh place. Seth also played basketball and ran cross country in his junior year at New Haven. He is also a very good student.
Undoubtedly, the capture of Boston marathon bombing "Suspect #2"--as named by law enforcement--has quickly brought the issue of Islamic terrorism to the forefront.
Several Soccer and Baseball players from Washington made the team.
Soccer...
Taylor Andrews and Halee Nurnberger made first team
Liz Brinkmann, Mary McGilvray and Brianna Pagan made second team
Baseball...
Brock Hopkins made first team infield
Luke Hasenjaeger-second team outfield
Jared Walde-second team pitcher
Dilan Bollmann-second team infield
