Jefferson City checkpoint kicks off day two of the MR340 race

KMIZ on July 9, 2025

Jazsmin Halliburton

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)

The Missouri River 340 heads into day two as the Jefferson City Carl R. Noren Access checkpoint opens Wednesday morning for the longest non-stop river race in the world.

Hundreds of racers are paddling the river in this annual race across the state that began at 7 a.m. Tuesday in Kansas City. The Carl R. Noren Access in Jefferson City is checkpoint number four along the race route.

There were a total of 535 racers that started in Kansas City and 379 boats. The number of racers is currently down to 508 as of Wednesday morning due to 27 that did not make the required cut time.

The MR340 is a race with non-motorized boats, kayaks and canoes heading 340 miles down the Missouri River to the finish line in St. Charles.

This race is four days long and there are some racers who will paddle throughout the night and skip checkpoints to reach the finish line by Wednesday evening, even though the finish line stays open until 9 p.m. Friday.

There are a total of 18 safety boats that will go downstream, staying alongside racers and at every checkpoint. If there is no safety boat around the racers at the time of an emergency, racers are instructed to call using a required phone and dial the dispatch safety number.

People are able to track the racers in their journey across the state here.

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Four rescued from Ladder Canyon hiking area in Mecca

KESQ on July 9, 2025

KESQ News Team

MECCA, Calif. (KESQ) — Four people, including two adults and two children, were rescued Tuesday from an area of Ladder Canyon in Mecca, according to CAL FIRE Riverside County.

Firefighters responded to the scene with assistance from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department’s Star 9 aviation unit and a specialized rescue cart. The group was in rugged terrain.

Officials said the rescue was successful and no injuries were reported.

Authorities are reminding hikers to stay hydrated and take precautions when exploring remote areas, especially during extreme heat.

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Night one of the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo

KRDO on July 9, 2025

Rob Namnoum

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The following are unofficial results from the first performance of the NFR Open at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

Bareback: 1. Waylon Bourgeois, Church Point, LA, 86 points on Squaw Stomper 2. Brayze Schill, West Columbia, TX, 77 points. 3.(tie) Briar Dittmer, Van Meter, IA 76 points and Tristan Hansen, Dillon, MT, 76 points.

Breakaway Roping: 1. Kelsie Domer, Dublin, TX, 2.5 seconds. 2. Summer Williams, Mineral Wells, TX, 2.8 seconds 3. Shelby Boisjoli-Meged, Calgary, AB, 3.1 seconds. 4. Taylor Munsell, Alva, OK, 3.2 seconds.

Steer Wrestling: 1. Cimarron Thompson, Hobbs, NM, 4.6 seconds. 2. Landon Beardsworth, Red Deer County, AB, 4.7 seconds. 3. Bridger Chambers, Stevensville, MT, 4.8seconds. 4. Reed Kraeger. Waco, NE, 6.1 seconds

Team Roping: 1. Grady Quam, Crossfield, AB / Brady Chappel, Moose Jaw, SK, 6.2 seconds. 2. Brady Tryan, Huntley, MT / Calgary Smith, Adams, OR, 7.1 seconds. 3. Bryor Minton, Witter Springs, CA / Spencer Mitchell, Orange Cove, CA, 8.7 seconds. 4. Tyler Wade, Terrell, TX / Wesley Thorp, Throckmorton, TX, 11.2 seconds.

Saddle Bronc Riding: 1. Brody Cress, Hillsdale, WY, 87 points on Collusion 2. Ryder Sanford, Sulphur, LA, 83 points. 3. Roper Kiesner, Ripley, OK, 83 points. 4. Nicholas Patterson, Blackfalds, AB, 80 points.

Tie-Down Roping: 1. Pecos Tatum, La Plata, NM, 9.6 seconds. 2. Brushton Minton, Witter Springs, CA 9.8 seconds. 3. Ryan Jarrett, Comanche, OK, 10.6 seconds. 4. Riley Istre, Vinton, LA, 10.7 seconds.

Barrel Racing: 1.Emily Beisel Weatherford, OK, 17.17 seconds 2. Katelyn Scott, Odessa, TX, 17.21 seconds 3. Blake Molle, Chauvin, AB, 17.48 seconds 4. Austyn Tobey, Bemidji, MN, 17.57 seconds

Bull Riding: 1. Hudson Bolton, Milan,TN, 86.5 points on Baller

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Intersection of Highway 111 and Washington St. in La Quinta to close July 30 through 31 for paving project

KESQ on July 9, 2025

Cynthia White

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of La Quinta is announcing a 24-hour closure of the intersection of Highway 111 and Washington Street July 30th through July 31st as part of the city’s Highway 111 Pavement Rehabilitation Project.

The intersection will be fully closed to all traffic starting at 5:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 30th, and is scheduled to reopen at 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 31st.

The City says detour routes will be clearly marked, and motorists are advised to plan for delays in the area. Using alternate routes, such as Avenue 42, Adams Street, and Jefferson Street, is recommended during the closure.

City officials also say that local businesses along Highway 111 will remain open and accessible, and they encourage the community to support these businesses during the construction period.

Officials add that the city of La Quinta understands the inconvenience the closure may cause to residents, businesses, and commuters, and they will make every effort to minimize disruption.

For more information and to stay updated on the city’s Highway 111 Pavement Rehabilitation Project, including detour maps and weekly construction updates, visit lqhighway111.com.

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Palm Springs Library to host closing party before renovations

KESQ on July 9, 2025

Cynthia White

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (CNS) – The Palm Springs Library will host a family-friendly event next week before closing for renovations.

The conclusion of its reading program will take place from 1:00 -2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 19th at 300 S. Sunrise Way, on the corner of Sunrise Way and Baristo Road.

The free event will include grand prizes and giveaways for program participants, provided by Friends of the Palm Springs Library. Prizes include a Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, $100 Amazon gift card and a pickleball match or lesson with Palm Springs Police Chief Andrew Mills. Additional prize drawings will also be held.

From 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., the library will hold a “renovation celebration and closing party” featuring guest speakers, ice cream, face painting, custom poems and the opening of a time capsule.

The library will close from July 20th to July 31st to pack for its move to a temporary location at Rimrock Plaza within the city. It is scheduled to reopen the first week of August at 4721 E. Palm Canyon Drive, where all essential services will continue.

Renovation work at the original location is expected to be completed by March 2026.

For more information regarding the library, call 760-322-7323, or visit www.palmspringslibrary.org.

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Palm Springs Public Library reopens, pool remains closed due to equipment malfunctions

KESQ on July 9, 2025

Cynthia White

Update 7/9/25

The Palm Springs Public Library has reopened as the air conditioning system has been successfully repaired.  To allow the building time to fully cool, the library will reopen from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The pool remains closed.

Original Report 7/8/25

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Power issues continue to keep several Palm Springs venues in Sunrise Park closed again on Wednesday. The city of Palm Springs sent out a notice Wednesday that the Community Pool Remains temporarily closed for safety maintenance. And for the second day in a row, the Palm Springs Library is closed due to an air conditioner malfunction.

The City says the pool at the Palm Springs Swim Center will remain closed due to continued necessary maintenance, water quality balancing, and cleaning following the recent power outage. “We are taking the time needed to ensure the pool meets important water quality safety standards,” said Nicholas Gonzalez, Director of Parks and Recreation. “The goal now is to reopen the pool tomorrow (Thursday) as soon as it is safe to do so. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming the community back to the Swim Center soon.”

As for the library, programs on Wednesday and Thursday will be moved to the Demuth Community Center at 3601 East Mesquite Avenue.

Wednesday, July 910:30 a.m. – Draw Along with Kyle (all ages)11L30 a.m. – Make a Vision Board (program for adults)2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Open Play Mah Jong (program for adults)

Thursday, July 1010:00 a.m. – Preschool Story Time11:00 a.m. – Baby Story Time3:30 p.m. – Teen Taskmaster Challenge

Updates for the reopening of the Pool and Library will be shared as they become available. For more information, contact the Demuth Community Center at 760-320-6430.

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Dedicated groundskeepers keep fairways lush and green in the summer heat

KESQ on July 9, 2025

Allie Anthony

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The grass isn’t always greener on the other side – unless the other side is a golf course.

Greater Palm Springs is the golf capital of the world.

Our blistering heat makes the job of the groundskeeper an especially tough one.

News Channel 3’s Allie Anthony takes us behind the scenes at the Trilogy Club in La Quinta where groundskeepers work to keep the fairways looking lush even in the summer heat.

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Blacktail Fire: Crews battle lightning-sparked wildfire north of Salmon

KIFI on July 9, 2025

News Team

SALMON, Idaho (KIFI) — Firefighters in the Salmon-Challis National Forest are actively combating the Blacktail Fire, a small but challenging wildfire sparked by a recent lightning strike. The blaze is burning approximately 18 miles north of Salmon.

As of 7:10 PM, the fire is estimated at 0.25 acres, but crews are working diligently to contain it. Additional firefighters are currently en route to bolster suppression efforts, and two helicopters are providing crucial aerial support.

Safety First: Public Asked to Keep Clear

Forest rangers emphasize that firefighter and public safety are the top priorities. They are urging the public to maintain a safe distance from the fire area to allow crews room to work.

The weather pattern presents a significant challenge for firefighters in the coming days, says the Forest Service. Until Wednesday night, the region will experience continued hot temperatures and very low humidity, creating ideal conditions for fire spread.

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Reactions to TSA ending shoe removal policy for U.S. airports

KESQ on July 9, 2025

Shay Lawson

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Passengers going through airport security in the United States will no longer have to take their shoes off, after nearly two decades.

At the Palm Springs International Airport, Dante Biale a passenger, said he supports the move.

“If it’s not a security threat, then I like the idea,” Biale said. “It saves me time in the line.”

Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, announced Tuesday the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will be eliminating the security requirement “effective immediately.”

Cody Hanawalt said he’s very excited about the switch.

“That’s going to be very convenient,” Hanawalt said.

Stay with News Channel 3 for more reaction at 10 and 11 p.m.

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Local U of A Cooperative Extension hosts 2025 Cotton and Citrus Day

KYMA on July 9, 2025

Eduardo Morales

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – In Tuesday’s Home Grown report the local University of Arizona Cooperative Extension and the Arizona Pest Management Center held a cotton and citrus growers field day.

They updated growers on current pest issues and management strategies.

The Cooperative Extension explains what kind of information the event provided.

“A unique opportunity for these guys to get information on crops that they’re maybe not that familiar with and you know, Yuma has all the leafy greens, but we still have a good footprint for cotton in the state of Arizona,” said Macey Wildermuth with U of A Cooperative Extension.

Meanwhile, Dr. Peter C. Ellsworth, Professor of Entomology from the University of Arizona, explains why Yuma is unique in Agriculture.

“This is a unique part of the world, where you have 12-month year-round production of many high value fresh vegetable crops, along with a rotated system of high value small grains and forages, as well as summer cotton and sudan, so it’s a pretty unique place to be,” Dr. Ellsworth says.

The event also included field training, conserving beneficial insects, and product options.

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