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Voters earmarked the money for veterans services, public defenders and substance use treatment, but Missouri budget plans would leave tens of millions unavailable for some programs.
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Only about 200,000 of the 300,000 signatures submitted to force a statewide vote on the gerrymandered congressional map are being checked. Backers of the referendum are less than 200 signatures short of making the ballot but want all signatures reviewed -
People report using peptide for gains in the gym, improved skin appearance and mental focus. We found more than 250,000 videos tagged peptide on TikTok when we were studying this topic earlier this week. -
The University of Missouri Faculty Council may rename its Inclusion, Equity and Diversity subcommittee to the “Committee on Core Values.” -
A bill proposing limits on physician noncompete agreements drew both support and opposition during committee testimony. -
Governor Mike Kehoe is proposing to cut funding for transportation from $6.7 million to $1.7 million, an 85% decrease. -
The new extension is less than a mile long, and will connect CPKC Stadium with the rest of the downtown streetcar line, near River Market. Several other Riverfront projects are expected to be completed at the same time.
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Iran launched missiles at two southern Israeli cities that lie close to the country's main nuclear research center, while President Trump gave Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. -
Cortina d'Ampezzo, the "Pearl of the Dolomites," is a blend of Olympic heritage with celebrity chic, fine dining and Alpine tradition, even as climate change and new tourism reshape the area. -
Cuba's power grid collapsed Saturday leaving the country without electricity for a third time in March as the communist government battles with a decaying infrastructure and a U.S.-imposed oil blockade.
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Moberly High School's Spartan Fieldhouse opened last month for both students and the whole community. -
The Missouri House Committee on Children and Families has passed a bill that would implement social media education into middle and high schools across the state of Missouri. -
"I feel like the playwright (Lucas Hnath) has gone to great lengths to get at a debate that people of faith will find fascinating, challenging, heartbreaking at times, and in some ways really, really uplifting." - Dr. David Crespy, on 'The Christians' potential to engage audiences. Appearing with Dr. Crespy is "Pastor Paul" actor Terry Schoonover. March 18, 2026 -
The City of Columbia will hold a public meeting on Thursday to discuss potential improvements. -
It's St. Patrick's Day! Enjoy a performance of "The Minstrel Boy" and "Danny Boy" courtesy of Caryl Easton and John Cunning, members of the Boone County Fire Protection District Pipes & Drums. March 17, 2026 -
Breakthru Beverage Missouri, Jameson Irish Whiskey and Lyft are partnering to offer 500 free rides in four Missouri cities.
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Hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon had the opportunity to speak with election administrators from across the county and world at PLEJ, including a special live taping with Carolina Lopez, the executive director of PLEJ. They spoke about the history of PLEJ, as well as how it has grown and benefited election administrators across the county.
They also brought several members on stage — Zach Manifold of Gwinnett County, Georgia, and Kurt Bahr of St. Charles County, Missouri — to share how PLEJ has supported them in their work and how they have given back to the organization.
They also brought several members on stage — Zach Manifold of Gwinnett County, Georgia, and Kurt Bahr of St. Charles County, Missouri — to share how PLEJ has supported them in their work and how they have given back to the organization.
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