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Open enrollment began on Nov. 1st, but enhanced health insurance subsidies are a key battleground in the fight to reopen the federal government.
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The Missouri Department of Social Services said it was looking into the most recent court decision regarding SNAP distribution and is awaiting further instruction from Food and Nutrition Services -
After 14 years serving families across Missouri, Root Cellar will close its doors on Dec. 13. -
Net farm income in Missouri is expected to increase this year and exceed the forecasted gains projected earlier in the year. -
The score is a 2.2 percentage point increase from 2024, and it places the district among the top 15% of Missouri districts. -
State leaders applied Wednesday to the $50 billion federal grant initiative, which Congress included in the congressional spending package known as "One Big Beautiful Bill." -
During an interview with St. Louis Public Radio in Washington, D.C., the Republican senator said a bipartisan contingent of senators is trying to find a way to end the shutdown.
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It's no surprise that a boatload of 2026 Grammy nominations are for rappers, rockers, legends and newcomers who performed at the Tiny Desk in just 2025 alone. -
Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights to comply with the FAA's order. But there are still questions about the plan, which the agency says will keep the skies safe during the government shutdown. -
Celebrating Thanksgiving abroad? Tell us how you celebrate.
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After almost two years of construction, the Columbia Area Career Center officiallyhasopenedits new expansion. -
First Chance for Children, a nonprofit serving families with young kids in mid-Missouri, has reported a record-breaking surge in demand for diapers, wipes, formula, food and hygiene essentials. -
Learn more about MDC's upcoming mentored hunt for beginner deer hunters on this week on Discover Nature.
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"Those red kettles fund our work all year long." - Major Nancy Powers, The Salvation Army | Services funded by the Red Kettle Campaign include shelters for families and individuals, rent and utility assistance, and long-term case management aimed at helping families achieve self-sufficiency. November 5, 2025 -
Hallsville voters approved the continuation of a four-day school week as well as a multi-million dollar bond issue aiming for school improvement. -
Columbia businesses are looking to help out residents affected by a loss or reduction of SNAP benefits.
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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Chris McGinn. For the past year and a half, he’s been working as the executive director of the Texas Association of County Election Officials.
They spoke about some of the changes McGinn is helping make to the association, how the association balances the needs of some of the largest and smallest counties in the country, and about what’s next.
They spoke about some of the changes McGinn is helping make to the association, how the association balances the needs of some of the largest and smallest counties in the country, and about what’s next.
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