The Unterrified Democrat

Osage County Sheriff’s Office participates in DWI saturation to honor Riley Pipes

OSAGE COUNTY — In a continued effort to combat impaired driving and honor the life of Riley Pipes, the Osage County Sheriff’s Office and the Missouri State Highway Patrol …

Four local schools shoot at Blair Oaks Middle School State Warm-Up Invitational

OSAGE COUNTY — With archery drawing to a close, there was only one tournament last week. Fatima R-3 At the Blair Oaks Middle School State Warm-Up Invitational, the high …

Linn’s own Ben Sallin promoted to Corporal

OSAGE COUNTY — Hometown hero Ben Sallin was promoted to corporal on Dec. 1, 2024. “Deputy Sallin has demonstrated outstanding dedication and professionalism in serving …

Chamois R-1 approves 2025-26 salary schedule

CHAMOIS — Chamois R-1 school board members approved a new salary schedule for all school employees and staff for the 2025-26 school year at their March 12 meeting. Board …

Linn aldermen award park bathroom project to MOX Properties

LINN — At a special meeting last Tuesday, March 4, Linn aldermen approved an estimate for $132,000 to build a new restroom at the Linn City Park, awarding the job to MOX …

Lightning strikes the Mediterranean Sea.

The world regulated sulfur in ship fuels − and the lightning stopped

An unplanned experiment takes scientists closer to solving a long-standing mystery: To what extent, if any, have human-created emissions influenced thunderstorms?

Curious kids ask questions

Will we eventually have to send our trash into space if we run out of room on Earth?

Humans generate a lot of trash, but there are cheaper and safer ways to handle it than loading it on rockets.

Why does the Earth spin?

An astronomer takes us on a tour of the universe to learn about the birth of stars and planets and how they get their spin.

Why do we use gasoline for small vehicles and diesel fuel for big vehicles?

Both gasoline and diesel fuel are refined from crude oil, but they are good for different things and can’t be used interchangeably.

Thinking green

Winged seeds called samaras grow on maple trees. These are seeds from the Japanese maple, _Acer palmatum_.

Maple seeds’ unique spinning motion allows them to travel far even in the rain, a new study shows

Spinning maple seeds can shed raindrops in the blink of an eye to regain their helicopter-like flight.

Fish are thriving in the river Seine

Reasons to be Cheerful reports on river Seine, the storied French waterway that was once nearly biologically dead but is not teeming with marine life once again.

How electrification can help make your home more sustainable

(BPT) - Is creating a more energy-efficient, sustainable home important to you? If so, you'll be glad to know that it's possible to make your home more sustainable, while also helping you save money, …

Storm season is coming: How to prepare for a power outage

(BPT) - Changing seasons bring stormy weather, so as temperatures start rising, you'll want to prepare for severe weather — and the power outages that can result. The good news is, there are …

Shop Your Values: How Tom’s of Maine is Doing Right by People and the Planet

(BPT) - If you want to do right by the planet and help make a difference, you can choose brands that align with your values — whether it's sustainability, waste reduction, social …

5 must-ask questions to identify a high-quality carbon project

(BPT) - High-quality carbon projects, funded by verified carbon credits, are an effective way to help reduce emissions, support local communities and make an impact for the planet and its people. …

Top trends coming out of the 2025 Builders' Show

(BPT) - Are you eager to stay on top of cutting-edge home design and construction trends? This year, Las Vegas hosted the International Builders' Show (IBS), attracting an array of the best …

The Suncor Refinery in Commerce City, Colo., is a known air polluter.

Colorado is tackling air pollution in vulnerable neighborhoods by regulating 5 air toxics

Limiting exposure to air pollution will have lasting impacts on Colorado communities with the highest exposure.

Elevate your home: Discover the latest trends in luxury kitchen and home innovations

(BPT) - The 2025 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and International Builders' Show (IBS) in Las Vegas are setting the stage for the latest trends in home design. Though the events are a …

Par for the course: How climate change is impacting golf courses

PrimePutt looked at how climate change is impacting golf courses and what the sport can do moving forward to adapt to this new landscape.

Only 10%-20% of cacao flowers are pollinated.

Tiny cacao flowers and fickle midges are part of a pollination puzzle that limits chocolate production

Entomologists wonder if the insects currently pollinating farmed cacao are the right ones for the task.

Eunice Foote described the greenhouse gas effects of carbon dioxide in 1856.

Scientists understood physics of climate change in the 1800s – thanks to a woman named Eunice Foote

The results of Foote’s simple experiments were confirmed through hundreds of tests by scientists in the US and Europe. It happened more than a century ago.

Solar energy innovations consumers will love from CES 2025

(BPT) - Eager to discover the latest and greatest technology? If so, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the highlight of the year, and the 2025 offerings were bolder than ever. Consumers seeking …