Missouri
Vote: Who should be Missouri high school Athlete of the Week? (02/03/2025)
Which Missouri high school athlete had the best week?
Each week, SBLive scours the state for the top winter sports performers, from wrestling to basketball to hockey during the week of Jan. 27-Feb. 1.
Congrats to Ramello Smith from Raytown, who won last week’s SB Live Athlete of the week poll. He garnered 53.3% of the votes. He gave the Blue Jays a 64-63 win over Lee’s Summit on Wednesday in the Summit Grill Shootout by hitting a 3-pointer at the buzzer.
Scroll down, read up on the nominees and cast your vote for your winner. Voting closes Sunday, Feb. 9 at 11:59 p.m. Central time.
If you would like to make a nomination in a future weeks, email swanson@scorebooklive.com.
MISSOURI ATHLETE OF THE WEEK NOMINEES
Amirah Anthony-Wright, McKinley Classical Leadership girls basketball
The Goldbugs’ senior guard had 37 points against Collegiate School of Med-Bio Science, 20 against Metro and then 31 against Dupo, Ill., in three games last week.
Jenna Buzzanga, Knob Noster girls basketball
The forward had 15 points in a game against Concordia on Jan. 29 and led the Lady Panthers with 22 points in a 65-49 win against Leeton on Jan. 27.
Lily Carr, Spokane girls basketball
In a 64-57 win against Pleasant Hope, the sophomore tallied a school-record 48 points.
Nevaeh Coffey, Incarnate Word girls basketball
The Indiana pledge scored a game-high 20 points to led the Red Knights to a 60-48 against Alton, Ill. That gave her 1,000 points in her career.
Jade Daniel, North Shelby boys basketball
The 6-foot-2 senior helped the Raiders to a 77-50 win against Meadville on Friday and surpassed the 1,000-point mark in his career.
Kole Deck, Jackson boys basketball
The 6-foot-6 senior tallied 21 points against Ladue Horton Watkins on Jan. 31 and had 23 in a win against Cape Girardeau Notre Dame on Jan. 28.
Aaron Dillingham, Carl Junction boys wrestling
The Bulldogs claimed the first-ever Ozark Mountain Conference team championship and the sophomore was the first-ever Most Oustanding Wrestler. He outscored his foes 28-7 to win the 150-pound title on Saturday.
Dominic Eakins, DeSoto boys wrestling
The sophomore improved to 31-5 with a 3-0 mark at the 47th DeSoto Bob Georger Classic on Saturday, winning the 144-pound bracket.
Roslyn Fiorino, West Plains girls swimming
The junior won the 100-yard backstroke, took second in the 100-yard freestyle and was part of a winning 200-yard medley relay team at the Ozark Mountain Conference championships.
Chaney Gray, Pleasant Hill girls basketball
During a 54-40 win against Adrian on Jan. 28, the senior scored her 1,000th career point for the Chicks.
Devin Harrison, Liberty boys wrestling
The North Dakota commit won by a tech fall in the 132-pound finals of the George Hoover Invitational on Saturday. He was named the Most Outstanding Wrestler.
Eli Herbert, Grain Valley boys basketball
The Liberty University pledge had a school-record 44 points in a 64-58 win over Fort Osage on Jan. 28 at the Grain Valley Invitational. He followed that up with 23 points in a win against Kansas City East Christian.
Kaylee James, Carthage girls wrestling
The freshman improved to 31-1 on the year with a 3-0 run at the Central Ozark Conference championship on Jan. 31. She won the 130-pound title for the Lady Tigers.
Reyd Johnson, Leeton boys basketball
In the fifth-place game of the F&C Bank Cougar Classic, the senior tallied 47 points in the Bulldogs’ 64-59 win against Kansas City Lutheran.
Alyxandrea Keifert, Marshfield girls wrestling
The senior took home first place in the 130-pound bracket with a win by pin in the Ozark Mountain Conference Tournament on Friday.
Brendan Matt, North Platte boys basketball
The junior tallied 28 points to help the Panthers beat Mound City in the first round of the North Platte Invitational on Jan. 28.
Callie McWilliams, South Shelby girls basketball
In a 64-57 win in overtime, Williams had a game-high 22 points and surpassed the 1,000-point mark for the Lady Cardinals.
Missy Mizell, Lebanon girls swimming
At the Springfield Invitational on Saturday, the junior won the 50-yard freestyle with a new meet record (24.08), won the 100-yard backstroke with a school-record time of 58.85. She was also part of the 200-yard medley relay that also broke a school record.
Mya Pflasterer, Elsberry girls basketball
The William Woods signee scored 25 points in a 54-50 win against Louisiana on Jan. 29 in the Bowling Green Tournament. She surpassed the 1,000-point mark in that game as well.
Jalea Price, Maryville girls basketball
A day after signing with North Central Missouri College, the senior scored her 1,000th point for the Spoofhounds on Thursday.
Avery Rausch, Lee’s Summit girls basketball
The Truman State pledge had a career-high 30 points against Bishop Miege on Feb. 1. She had 27 points in a win against Blue Springs on Jan. 30.
Tristan Reed, John Burroughs boys basketball
He hit 11 of 14 shots and tallied 24 points in a 72-53 win over Whitfield on Tuesday, surpassing 1,000 points in his career. He followed up with 26 versus Westminster Christian Academy.
CJ Schmitten, Plattsburg boys wrestling
The freshman won the 106-pound bracket at the KCI Conference Tournament on Jan. 28, getting a pair of major decisions.
Carter Shipers, Chillicothe boys wrestling
He posted a 3-0 mark at the Macon Quad and secured his 150th career win during the event on Jan. 30 against Macon, North Callaway and Palmyra.
Ramello Smith, Raytown boys basketball
The senior scored his 1,000th career point by dropping 28 in an 80-64 win against Kansas City Ruskin on Jan. 28.
Peyton Wiseman, Springfield Catholic girls basketball
The senior, a Louisiana Tech soccer signee, scored her 1,000th point on Jan. 28. She followed that with 23 points in a win against Conway on Jan. 30.
Editor’s Note: Our Athlete of the Week feature and corresponding poll are intended to be fun, and we do not set limits on how many times a fan can vote during the competition. However, we do not allow votes that are generated by script, macro or other automated means. Athletes who receive votes generated by script, macro or other automated means will be disqualified.
Missouri
This Quaint Missouri City Near St. Louis Has A Historic Downtown With A Cute Main Street – Explore
Missouri isn’t called the Show Me State for nothing, and if you come here for a quick look, you’re likely to stay longer than planned because there’s so much to see and do. While most visitors head to St. Louis — home to the Gateway Arch, the unexpected National park in the Midwest rated the safest in America, and the most-visited tourist attraction in the state — quieter gems sit within reach of this major metropolis. One such destination is St. Charles. Sitting along the banks of the Missouri River and just a 30-minute drive from downtown St. Louis, this quaint city is a hotspot for history lovers, filled with 1800s buildings, many listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
St. Charles was established in 1769 as “Les Petites Côtes,” meaning “The Little Hills,” a name given by fur trader Louis Blanchette. It later became San Carlos Borromeo under Spanish control. Its most defining chapter came in 1804, when Meriwether Lewis and William Clark prepared here for their expedition of more than 8,000 miles. Shortly after they departed, and following the Louisiana Purchase (when France sold the western half of the Mississippi River to the U.S.), the town became known as St. Charles.
This city is an easy day-trip, thanks to its location less than 10 miles from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL). The Metro St. Louis train runs several times a day and gets you there in about 30 minutes for roughly $3, or you can drive via I-70 West and arrive in under 20 minutes. Once you get into town, the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum makes the perfect first stop and sets the tone for everything you’ll explore next.
Exploring the historic downtown in St. Charles, MO
If the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum demonstrates anything, it’s how one expedition shaped American history. Located along the Missouri River, this museum draws most visitors to St. Charles and opens year-round except on four major holidays (New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas). With an admission fee of $7 for adults and $3 for students and children, you get access to both floors.
Start on the ground level at the Boat House, where three carefully handcrafted replica boats sit on display: a keelboat and two pirogues based on Captain William Clark’s original drawings. A 30-minute video gives you a window into what the Corps of Discovery experienced during their journey from 1803 to 1806. Head upstairs to the museum and visitor shop, where you’ll find artifacts from the expedition, displays about Native American relations, and exhibits on the Missouri River habitats the Corps encountered. The highlight is “Missouri River Walk,” Missouri’s largest indoor mural. The visitor shop stocks more than 150 books on the expedition and related history, a collection you won’t find easily anywhere else.
About half a mile from the Boat House sits the First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site, where Missouri’s legislature met from 1821 to 1826. Daily guided tours take you through 11 restored rooms, and exhibits here help you understand what government and politics looked like in early Missouri. If you want to dig deeper into the city’s architecture and preserved 19th-century landmarks, Hit the Bricks offers seasonal guided tours covering everything from the town’s 1769 founding to the Revolution, Civil War, and even its darker history. Tours run $7 to $20, and you can reserve spots online. They offer full refunds if you cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled tour.
More ways to have a great time in St. Charles, MO
Strolling down St. Charles’ brick-lined Main Street feels like stepping onto a movie set, with the Missouri river running parallel to the street. Shopping here feels endless, with boutiques, flower shops, souvenir stores, and art galleries lining the blocks. First Capitol Trading, operating since 1967, is packed with gifts, jewelry, and home decor. For vintage finds, Centuries Past Antiques offers unusual collectibles and memorabilia that are worth taking your time to browse.
Main Street’s appeal also lies in its authentic local flavors, and visitors have more than 25 restaurants to choose from. If you’re looking for a great lunch spot and want something quick and tasty, Salt + Smoke offers perfectly made St. Louis-style BBQ. For solid Midwestern comfort food, check out Lewis & Clark’s American Restaurant, open every day except Tuesday. Some of the establishment’s signature dishes include soup and salads, French fries, coleslaw, and seafood entrees. For overnight stays, the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson sits in the heart of the historic district and holds a 4.5-star rating with more than 1,500 mostly positive TripAdvisor reviews.
For those still feeling like there’s more to explore (which is absolutely true), the 240-mile Katy Trail starts right here in St. Charles and stretches across Missouri. Rent a bike from the nearby Bike Stop Cafe and pedal your way past historical landmarks along the route. If you’re still up for more adventure, less than two hours from St. Louis is Missouri’s coolest waterpark with a natural golden sand beach you won’t want to miss.
The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 15, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Dec. 15 drawing
23-35-59-63-68, Powerball: 02, Power Play: 4
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from Dec. 15 drawing
Midday: 2-7-3
Midday Wild: 6
Evening: 3-2-6
Evening Wild: 5
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from Dec. 15 drawing
Midday: 8-4-4-6
Midday Wild: 6
Evening: 2-7-8-4
Evening Wild: 4
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash4Life numbers from Dec. 15 drawing
08-10-13-39-60, Cash Ball: 01
Check Cash4Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from Dec. 15 drawing
Early Bird: 07
Morning: 14
Matinee: 04
Prime Time: 08
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Show Me Cash numbers from Dec. 15 drawing
07-09-12-21-28
Check Show Me Cash payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.
To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:
Ticket Redemption
Missouri Lottery
P.O. Box 7777
Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777
For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.
For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.
When are the Missouri Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
- Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
- Cash4Life: 8 p.m. daily.
- Cash Pop: 8 a.m. (Early Bird), 11 a.m. (Late Morning), 3 p.m. (Matinee), 7 p.m. (Prime Time) and 11 p.m. (Night Owl) daily.
- Show Me Cash: 8:59 p.m. daily.
- Lotto: 8:59 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.
- Powerball Double Play: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Missouri editor. You can send feedback using this form.
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri is set to host its 19th annual One for One Holiday Food & Fund Drive on Wednesday. Items gathered will provide food to families in need during the holiday season and beyond.
The Food Bank has more than 145 partner agencies and 200 partner schools that help distribute food in its 32-county service area.
In Boone County, more than 30 agencies partner with The Food Bank, including Aging Best, Hogan House, In2Action, Powerhouse, Tiger Pantry, True North, Turning Point and Welcome Home.
In Cole County, The Food Bank has 11 partner agencies, including Building Community Bridges, Catholic Charities, First Christian Church Food Pantry, Rape & Abuse Crisis Services, Salvation Army and the Samaritan Center.
The Food Bank’s interactive map can help people find partner agencies or schools distributing food near them.
The most needed items at the One for One Holiday Drive are canned meat/protein, canned fruits and vegetables, canned soups/chilis/stews, boxed meal kits, cereal, peanut butter and pasta, according to The Food Bank’s website.
Food and funds can be donated at two locations from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday — the Columbia Mall and Buchheits in Jefferson City. The Food Bank’s purchasing power turns every $25 donated into at least 100 meals.
Firefighters from Columbia Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1055 will volunteer during the One for One drive. The 12-hour event will also have fire engines, music and Santa.
People interested in donating can visit sharefoodbringhope.org for more information.
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