Of the thousands of German immigrants who flooded into the United States during the 19th century, many established homes in Central Missouri. It was there that they discovered opportunities in agriculture and built a legacy and interest in farming often handed down to their children.
The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a flood advisory for 13 counties in Western Pennsylvania, including the Pittsburgh region. The advisory, in effect until 11:30 p.m. Friday, includes Allegheny, Armstrong, Butler, Fayette, Greene and Washington counties. According to the service, minor flooding was occurring or imminent in low-lying