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After 16 years outside Columbia's city hall, visible rust and water damage are prompting the first major restoration of the iconic keyhole sculpture outside the building. -
Missouri food service workers' 'bill of rights' looks to set industry standards for pay and benefitsRestaurant, cafe and bar workers will rally tomorrow for their bill of rights proposing a $25 minimum wage, paid sick leave, healthcare and other benefits. -
The Cole County Commission voted Tuesday to raise health insurance premiums for Cole County employees starting Jan 1. -
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Temu for what her office has called "malicious data collection and deceiving consumers." -
“In trying to keep soil from washing to the sea,” writes historian Joshua Nygren, conservation programs “sold millions of people down the river.” -
The reactor was chosen over 26 other universities to help build the largest machine to create nuclear fusion.
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Demonstrators across France converged with students Saturday to protest rising living costs, as the country's fiscal crisis deepens. -
The Pope left Rome's Gemelli Hospital Saturday, days after surgery for lung cancer removed the lower lobe of his right lung. He is currently scheduled to travel to Latin America in November. -
Zelenskyy described the move as unfortunate, adding it would encourage Russia to continue its assault. Trump told Congress that the pause was in the national interest but gave no further details.
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Columbia adds a second free glass recycling drop-off location at 1242 Ashland Road in the contractor parking area on the University of Missouri campus through its partnership with Ripple Glass. -
A federal rule limiting international students to four years in the U.S. has raised concerns among students and researchers. -
Come along as AC and Nickie Davis, executive director of The District, explore what it's like at a typical "First Friday" in the North Village Arts District! October 16, 2026 -
The Missouri Department of Transportation is preparing for winter this week by conducting statewide drills for approximately 3,000 snow removal employees. -
County leaders say a Chapter 100 agreement would guarantee money stays in the county, but residents still felt the agreement does little curb their fears — including water pollution and diminished property value. -
The city of Mexico is preparing new regulations aimed at encouraging potential economic investment and data center development – while still protecting residents.
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Michael Siegrist is the Canton Township Clerk in Wayne County, Michigan, as well as the current president of the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks.
He spoke about the state of elections administration in Michigan, about some of the work the association is doing to help better prepare its many clerks, and about why it’s important to just take a moment and take a deep breath as the November General Election approaches.
He spoke about the state of elections administration in Michigan, about some of the work the association is doing to help better prepare its many clerks, and about why it’s important to just take a moment and take a deep breath as the November General Election approaches.
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