http://news.stlpublicradio.org en http://news.stlpublicradio.org/post/fumes-bridgeton-landfill-not-health-risk-says-mo-dnr <p>A fire has been smoldering underground at the Bridgeton landfill for more than two years. People living in the area have complained of strong chemical smells, and of symptoms including burning eyes and headaches.</p><p>Earlier this month, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources <a href="http://www.dnr.mo.gov/env/swmp/facilities/bridgetonsanitarylandfill-dnr.htm">tested the air there for toxic chemicals</a>. The DNR took samples on two separate days at six sites near the landfill, including some in a residential area.</p> Fri, 15 Feb 2013 22:09:42 +0000 Véronique LaCapra 9357 at http://news.stlpublicradio.org Fumes From Bridgeton Landfill Not A Health Risk, Says Mo. DNR http://news.stlpublicradio.org/post/morning-headlines-wednesday-march-14-2012 <p><strong>Silvey strikes back at Nixon over criticism of proposed cut to aid for the blind</strong></p><p>Silvey said Tuesday that Nixon&#39;s administration should contact him to discuss funding education and blind assistance after Nixon completes his &quot;press conferences and campaign rallies.&quot;</p><p>Silvey, a Republican from Kansas City, sent Nixon a letter after the Democratic governor criticized proposed cuts in programs for the blind at a rally in Columbia.</p> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:23:20 +0000 Julie Bierach and The Associated Press 3263 at http://news.stlpublicradio.org Morning headlines: Wednesday, March 14, 2012