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| Included are the daily clippings for Missouri Municipal League - March 3, 2026. |
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| Missouri Municipal League
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| Springfield News-Leader +1 other publication
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| ...they can slow down and avoid getting a ticket. But is this "common courtesy" legal? Here's what Missouri law says about flashing your headlights. Can you flash your headlights at other cars in Missouri... |
03/03/2026  USA Online
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| University City Patch.com +2 other publications
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| ...newsletter: Former University City officer steps up as UMSL police captain Also on today's calendar: City Council Meeting and 5 more events. Find out what's happening in University Cityfor free with the latest... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| KTTN Trenton |
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| ...the + Icon To See Additional Sharing Options The city of Mercer has scheduled a cleaning of its municipal water tower for March 9, a procedure that will temporarily disrupt water service for residents and... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| KBSI-TV Fox 23 |
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| FOX23 News at 9 p.m KENNETT, Mo., (KBSI) — The City of Kennett has hired Melissa Combs as its new city administrator. She will begin the role March 9, succeeding interim City Administrator Steve Rasmussen.... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| KY3-TV Springfield |
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| ...Twitter) SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Missourians will head to the polls on Tuesday, April 7, to decide municipal and countywide issues. Again, this is an election for only Missouri voters. Click on your county... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| A third-party law firm may be saving Jefferson City government money in salary expenses for a city attorney. Documents from the city's finance department indicate the city has paid $31,772 since October... |
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| ...March 3, 2026 FREDERICKTOWN, Mo. — An 18-year-old died in a single-vehicle crash near Fredericktown, Missouri. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said the crash happened on State Highway OO, just north of Fredericktown,... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| ...steps, then use this form. Regarding "St. Louis police budget increase would trigger 'massive layoffs,' mayor says" (Feb. 26): It seems incredible to me that the State of Missouri is demanding that 25% of St.... |
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| St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer takes questions from reporters during a press conference at City Hall in St. Louis on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025. Post-Dispatch photographers capture hundreds of images each week;... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| ...Metropolitan Police Department squad cars block Market Street in March 2025 in downtown St. Louis. Missouri state senators heard testimony on Monday that requires the City of St. Louis and not the state to... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| ...Board, which came under scrutiny last week when citizen watchdog Linda Simkins sent the Springfield City Council a letter saying the board’s composition violates the Springfield City Charter, City Attorney... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| AMERICAN RED CROSS SOUTHERN MISSOURI CHAPTER HOSTING MEET-AND-GREET TUESDAY Date: March 3, 2026, 11:21 am The American Red Cross Southern Missouri Chapter is inviting residents to two community events... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| A SPECIAL ORDINANCE FOR THE NEVADA AQUATIC CENTER DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACT HEADLINES THE NEVADA CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY Date: March 3, 2026, 11:39 am A special ordinance authorizing a contract with... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| By Brian Hauswirth Columbia’s city council has tabled a proposal that is aimed at slot machines in gas stations, which are often called "gray machines." Columbia city hall (2021 file photo courtesy of... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| ...stage for the fiscal dysfunction we live with today. Gov. Mike Kehoe demonstrated leadership for Missouri by signing the Constitutional Money Act into law. It reestablished gold and silver as legal tender... |
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| Posted KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Blue Springs City Council voted down a proposed ordinance that would have banned the sale of kratum products in the city. At Tuesday night's meeting, some council members... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| The Columbia City Council tabled and sent back proposed changes to pet and feral animal regulations at Monday's council meeting. Councilmembers also opted out of a state-wide bill extending alcohol sale... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| Sruthi Ramesh & Jay Motiwala, KOMU 8 News Mar 2, 2026 2 hrs ago Columbia City Council voted to opt out of Missouri's bill allowing bars to be open for 24 hours during the FIFA World Cup. COLUMBIA... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| University City Patch.com +2 other publications
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| ...newsletter: Former University City officer steps up as UMSL police captain Also on today's calendar: City Council Meeting and 5 more events. Find out what's happening in University Cityfor free with the latest... |
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| Arnold Patch.com |
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| ...in Arnold (myleaderpaper.com) — A Fenton-area man faces multiple charges after allegedly leading a Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper on a high-speed chase along I-55 in Arnold and being found with suspected... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| Maryville Daily Forum |
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| Guilherme Name, Columbia Missourian The Columbia City Council voted Monday to opt out of a state bill that allows bars and restaurants to stay open around the clock during the World Cup. Instead, businesses... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| The Columbia City Council sent back proposed animal regulations to the Health Department after public input. Members of the public were concerned the permit costs could discourage fostering animals and... |
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03/03/2026 USA Online
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| ...feasibility study on bringing bus service back to Cape Girardeau will be sought by the city through the Missouri Department of Transportation; for some years there has been discussion by the City Council on restoring... |
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| ...a year in the ongoing series Data, Dollars and Demand. Share your story idea with Isabella. — The city of Independence approved plans for a Dutch company to build a hyperscale AI data center off Little... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| swmissourinews.com |
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| Dr. Dean Van Galen President — Missouri Southern State University FOIA Request to Missouri Southern State University regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025. A Freedom of Information Act... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| Rep. Jason T. Smith, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 8th District — Congressman Jason Smith Official U.S. House headshot Jason Smith, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Missouri’s 8th district,... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| ...nearly $1.8 million in widespread repairs to a 2.5-acre parking lot adjacent to the East Hills Library. City Councilmembers voted unanimously to approve a contract at Monday’s meeting with Auxier Construction... |
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| ...A LOT OF THESE MEETINGS OVER THE YEARS, BUT THIS ONE WAS PACKED WAY MORE ATTENDANCE THAN ANY OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING I’VE EVER SEEN. THEY HAVE THE MAIN ROOM FULL. THEY’VE GOT AN OVERFLOW FULL. THE WHOLE... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| KMIZ-TV (ABC 17) Columbia |
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| ...city’s Substance Use Prevention Advisory Commission. The commission had urged the city to opt out of Missouri House Bill 1041--which would would allow licensed bars and restaurants to sell alcohol for 23 hours... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| PRODUCTS OUTRIGHT, THE CITY COUNCIL TAKES UP THE PROPOSAL TOMORROW NIGHT. JUST ABOUT THREE MONTHS FROM FOUR FIFA WORLD CUP TEAM STARTING TO MOVE IN TO THE KANSAS CITY METRO, ALONG WITH THE TEAMS AND THEIR... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| ...breaks to turn vacant Sears Grand into six-tenant site, advancing a $22.95M project with new jobs and sales tax revenue. These renderings show the proposed redevelopment plan for the former Sears Grand site... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| nemissourinews.com |
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| Rep. Sam Graves highlights key appointments and aviation investments for Missouri U.S. Congressman Rep. Sam Graves posted on social media from August 19-22, recognizing major appointments including Andrew... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| Posted KSHB 41 reporter Charlie Keegan covers politics in Kansas, Missouri and at the local level. Share your story idea with Charlie. — The logo on Knob Noster, Missouri’s flag includes the triangular... |
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| ...high-paying jobs. Santa Claus Cleared to Spread Christmas Cheer Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn and Missouri State Veterinarian Dr. Steve Strubberg approved livestock movement papers for nine reindeer. CK... |
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| ...$144 billion in specialized equipment, for a total investment of around $150 billion. The Independence City Council is considering $6.2 billion in property tax breaks for the company over the course of 20 years.... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| Missouri Independent +7 other publications
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| ...Girardeau, chairs the House Subcommittee on Appropriations - General Administration (Rudi Keller/Missouri Independent). A Missouri state accounting system that was supposed to integrate all state financial... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A longtime Missouri House representative and former mayor of St. Joseph is planning a run for presiding commissioner of Buchanan County this August. Missouri District... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| Martin City Telegraph |
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| ...presented to the crowd of nearly 100 residents by new Deputy Director of Finance Brenton Siverly. Mayor Quinton Lucas and City Manager Mario Vasquez, who were both in attendance, previously presented the... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| ...News at 9 p.m CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce will host a mayoral debate Friday featuring candidates Stacy Kinder and Robbie Guard. The debate will take place during... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| KBSI-TV Fox 23 |
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| FOX23 News at 9 p.m KENNETT, Mo., (KBSI) — The City of Kennett has hired Melissa Combs as its new city administrator. She will begin the role March 9, succeeding interim City Administrator Steve Rasmussen.... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| KZRG 1310 AM/102.9 FM Joplin |
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| Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joins the Morning Newswatch Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez appeared on KZRG's Morning NewsWatch this morning to discuss a recent fatal shooting in the city's downtown bar district,... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| ...minutes ago Reda Ibrahim has devoted his work to building affordable and sustainable housing in Kansas City. After immigrating from Egypt, he started RK Contractors LLC and co-founded the nonprofit Mercy in... |
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| ...strikes in Iran, which resulted in the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, came from Missouri’s Whiteman Air Force Base. Whiteman, based in the Knob Noster area, is the "only operational base... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| ...2026 at 9:45 AM CST|Updated: 36 minutes ago Share on X (formerly Twitter) KENNETT, Mo. (KAIT) - The City of Kennett has hired Melissa Combs to serve as its city administrator. Mayor Jake Crafton said Combs... |
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03/02/2026 USA Online
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| Kennett hires economic development leader Melissa Combs as city administrator, tapping her track record in jobs, investment and grants as the city drafts its first comprehensive plan since 1973. Delta... |
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| A third-party law firm may be saving Jefferson City government money in salary expenses for a city attorney. Documents from the city's finance department indicate the city has paid $31,772 since October... |
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| ...Board, which came under scrutiny last week when citizen watchdog Linda Simkins sent the Springfield City Council a letter saying the board’s composition violates the Springfield City Charter, City Attorney... |
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| The Columbia City Council tabled and sent back proposed changes to pet and feral animal regulations at Monday's council meeting. Councilmembers also opted out of a state-wide bill extending alcohol sale... |
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| ...Liberty. She also focuses on issues surrounding immigration. Share your story idea with Fernanda. — Missouri Street is already closed as Liberty builds a new police department headquarters. Liberty construction... |
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| March 3, 2026 Opening Day of the Missouri Trout Season occurred Sunday at Montauk State Park and as usual, a great crowd was on hand. According to Kyle Case, the Hatchery Manager at Montauk State Park,... |
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| ...a year in the ongoing series Data, Dollars and Demand. Share your story idea with Isabella. — The city of Independence approved plans for a Dutch company to build a hyperscale AI data center off Little... |
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| ...A LOT OF THESE MEETINGS OVER THE YEARS, BUT THIS ONE WAS PACKED WAY MORE ATTENDANCE THAN ANY OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING I’VE EVER SEEN. THEY HAVE THE MAIN ROOM FULL. THEY’VE GOT AN OVERFLOW FULL. THE WHOLE... |
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| ...breaks to turn vacant Sears Grand into six-tenant site, advancing a $22.95M project with new jobs and sales tax revenue. These renderings show the proposed redevelopment plan for the former Sears Grand site... |
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| FOIA request sent to University of Central Missouri regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025 FOIA Request to University of Central Missouri regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025.... |
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| ...$144 billion in specialized equipment, for a total investment of around $150 billion. The Independence City Council is considering $6.2 billion in property tax breaks for the company over the course of 20 years.... |
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| ...disease in women Updated: 4 hours ago A new ambulance station has been opened in Stone County, Missouri March 2 is the deadline to file your personal property tax assessments. Leigh's Lost and Found:... |
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| KICK 97.9 FM Quincy |
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| ...Living in Illinois, it can sometimes be hard to find something to laugh about, especially when your property tax bill shows up in the mail. But a new survey suggests Illinois residents may actually have one... |
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| Legislation being considered by a Missouri Senate committee would clarify that some medical devices are eligible for sales tax exemptions. The sponsor, State Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman, R-Arnold, said... |
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| ...Screaming Mary’s is tentatively scheduled for a grand opening celebration in early April, dependent on the city permitting process, Chambers said. The grand opening will be a lavish event with plenty of entertainment.... |
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| ...coordinating services like health care, mental health care, substance-use treatment, employment and transportation. These supports help individuals and families gain stability in their lives and maintain housing.... |
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| ...ongoing efforts to make bicycling safer and more accessible for residents. Springfield is one of eight Missouri communities to receive the designation. Springfield has held Bicycle Friendly Community status since... |
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| ...a year in the ongoing series Data, Dollars and Demand. Share your story idea with Isabella. — The city of Independence approved plans for a Dutch company to build a hyperscale AI data center off Little... |
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| Dr. Dean Van Galen President — Missouri Southern State University FOIA Request to Missouri Southern State University regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025. A Freedom of Information Act... |
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| COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Department of Transportation hosted its first of two public hearings on Monday, as plans take shape for major upgrades between Rocheport and Columbia. The project is... |
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| ...high-paying jobs. Santa Claus Cleared to Spread Christmas Cheer Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn and Missouri State Veterinarian Dr. Steve Strubberg approved livestock movement papers for nine reindeer. CK... |
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| ...presented to the crowd of nearly 100 residents by new Deputy Director of Finance Brenton Siverly. Mayor Quinton Lucas and City Manager Mario Vasquez, who were both in attendance, previously presented the... |
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| ...should resume mid-summer. These projects are supported by grants from the Land and Water Conservation Fund and the Missouri Transportation Program, as well as donations from VFW Post 3838, the VFW Avenue of... |
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| FOX23 News at 9 p.m KENNETT, Mo., (KBSI) — The City of Kennett has hired Melissa Combs as its new city administrator. She will begin the role March 9, succeeding interim City Administrator Steve Rasmussen.... |
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| Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joins the Morning Newswatch Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez appeared on KZRG's Morning NewsWatch this morning to discuss a recent fatal shooting in the city's downtown bar district,... |
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| ...minutes ago Reda Ibrahim has devoted his work to building affordable and sustainable housing in Kansas City. After immigrating from Egypt, he started RK Contractors LLC and co-founded the nonprofit Mercy in... |
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| ...transformation of Wamego into a permanent "Oz" destination was a grassroots effort born from a desire for economic development. The story began in 1994 with the opening of the Columbian Theatre, but the real momentum... |
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| Nada Hassanein (via Missouri Independent) Family nurse practitioner Munira Maalimisaq, center, gives a vaccine education session at Inspire Change Clinic, a nonprofit health care center she leads in Minneapolis.... |
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| ...2026 at 9:45 AM CST|Updated: 36 minutes ago Share on X (formerly Twitter) KENNETT, Mo. (KAIT) - The City of Kennett has hired Melissa Combs to serve as its city administrator. Mayor Jake Crafton said Combs... |
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| Kennett hires economic development leader Melissa Combs as city administrator, tapping her track record in jobs, investment and grants as the city drafts its first comprehensive plan since 1973. Delta... |
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| Missouri Independent +12 other publications
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| ...cases of the Delta Extraction manufacturing and Red Tractor cultivation facilities (Rebecca Rivas/Missouri Independent). Missouri cannabis regulators want more power to penalize bad actors in the marijuana... |
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| ...Kopinski has been involved with many large-scale highway construction projects throughout the state of Missouri, and from his vantage point as the Improve I-70 program director with the Missouri Department of... |
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| ...Description: The bulk of my work is sourcing and talking to founders, but building the firm includes managing fund operations, investor relations, marketing, events, portfolio support and management, fundraising, investment... |
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