States across the central U.S., including Missouri, have added solar to the grid since last year.
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For the eighth year in a row, Centene is the highest ranked Missouri-based business at No. 19 — up four spots from last year’s list.
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Beginning in November, SNAP retailers across the U.S. will be required to stock more healthy foods. But experts say the change will ultimately leave federal food aid users with fewer options — especially in rural areas.
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A bipartisan bill that could shape the future of NIL in college sports had its first hearing Wednesday.
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Columbia Public Schools will have to dip into reserves to cover the rising costs, amid hesitation around state funding.
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If the company breaches the agreement with Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, it could face a $5 million penalty.
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The donation matches the amount a nonprofit gave to the PAC supporting the August ballot measure
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In 'Power Ballad,' a wedding singer played by Paul Rudd writes a hit — and a popstar makes it his.
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The announcement was made by both countries Friday a day after North Korea unveiled a new facility to produce nuclear fuel.
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Backrooms, by 20-year-old filmmaker Kane Parsons, is set in a mysterious maze of abandoned offices. Curry Barker, 26, tells a horror story about consent and male loneliness in Obsession.
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is a 113-year-old organization of college-educated women dedicated to community service and impact. Today's guests, Shae Collier and Nawassa Logan, invite everyone to a "musical bingo" fundraiser this Sunday at Burr Oak Brewery in Columbia! Proceeds benefit the Dr. Muriel Battle Scholarship Fund. June 5, 2026
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The group discussed their concerns for what a new tax proposition would mean for them, and how they would rather have their money spent.
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Columbia counted 309 homeless people in 2025, a number that is roughly consistent with the totals recorded over the past few years.
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The 5k, hosted by the Food Bank, raises money to help veterans dealing with food insecurity.
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The Presidio Environmental Repository Facility will be part of a 628-acre site in Pettis County, with about 90 acres dedicated to waste disposal.
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State board President Mary Schrag's resignation is effective immediately.
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