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July 30, 2010

Retired Missourian Teaches Ugandan Farmers About Beekeeping

Foley gives an impromptu lecture on the US in a Ugandan college.
A retired construction worker who lives alone in rural southwest Missouri is still getting over jet-lag after the trip of a lifetime. Jennifer Moore reports from Springfield.

Off the Clock: July 30, 2010

Bees in a Ugandan village.
A retired construction worker travels to Uganda to teach villagers in Uganda about beekeeping. Also, National Bikers Roundup motorcycle riders will be cruising into mid-Missouri next week.

Harpo’s Makes Street Closure Request

Harpo’s requested to block off Cherry Street between 9th and 10th Streets. (Photo by Hye-Soo Nah)
The Central Columbia Association Board recently approved a request to close a block of Cherry Street during football Saturdays this fall.

Youth Water Day to Teach Young People about Healthy Living

Young people will be teaching each other about healthy living this weekend. The Youth Water Day event is Saturday afternoon in Columbia.

Purgason Still Hopeful for a Win

GOP U.S. Senate candidate Chuck Purgason.
Republicans in Missouri will decide next week who they want to replace Kit Bond, who is retiring.  Congressman Roy Blunt has led in most polls over Democrat Robin Carnahan, but another longtime Republican is in the race, too:  Chuck Purgason.