Hail storm kills emu at Missouri zoo, cancels flights and damages hundreds of vehicles

One of the worst hail storms to hit Missouri killed an emu at the Springfield zoo, injured drivers, knocked out power to thousands, and damaging hundreds of vehicles and even some aircraft

April 29, 2026Updated: April 29, 2026
AP nullBy HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH and SARAH BRUMFIELD

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Kearney leaders approve permit for new telecom tower

Kearney leaders approve permit for new telecom tower

City of Lexington, Tyson working together on redevelopment effort

City of Lexington, Tyson working together on redevelopment effort

Kearney Regional highlights patient experience week with focus on care, comfort

Kearney Regional highlights patient experience week with focus on care, comfort

Kotsiopulos appointed to fill Kearney council seat during Straatmann’s military duty

Kotsiopulos appointed to fill Kearney council seat during Straatmann’s military duty

Proposed event venue denied permit by Kearney City Council

Proposed event venue denied permit by Kearney City Council

NDOT Projects to Begin in Central Nebraska

NDOT Projects to Begin in Central Nebraska