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KTTN Trenton
Chillicothe council acts on utilities, hazards and fireworks
Click the + Icon To See Additional Sharing Options The Chillicothe City Council approved four ordinances and one resolution during its Jan. 26 meeting, addressing equipment purchases, infrastructure projects,...
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Excelsior Springs Standard
Annexation lawsuit expands as residents ask to intervene
...Because the approved annexation boundaries overlap, neither city may finalize annexation or exercise municipal authority over the disputed territory until a judge determines which city, if any, has legal priority...
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KBSI-TV Fox 23
FEMA approves $1 million for disaster recovery in Sikeston
...Management Agency has approved more than $62 million in funding to support disaster recovery efforts in Missouri and Kansas, including more than $1 million for permanent repairs for the Sikeston Board of Municipal...
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Benton County Enterprise
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La Niña is coming, raising the chances of a dangerous Atlantic hurricane season - an atmospheric scientist explains this climate phenomenon
...Located After Multi-Agency Search The Benton County Sheriff’s Department has issued a State of Missouri Endangered Person Advisory after a 1-year-old child was reported missing Tuesday afternoon in the...
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Benton County Enterprise
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When the will to live and to love finds a way
...Located After Multi-Agency Search The Benton County Sheriff’s Department has issued a State of Missouri Endangered Person Advisory after a 1-year-old child was reported missing Tuesday afternoon in the...
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KFVS12
FEMA approves $1 million for infrastructure repairs in Sikeston
...week, the Federal Emergency Management Agency approved more than $1 million to the Sikeston Board of Municipal Utilities for permanent repairs. The funding is part of more than $2.2 billion worth of public...
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KOMU -TV8 Columbia
DNR reviewing new ordinance language tied to Columbia stormwater permit
COLUMBIA — The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is reviewing updated ordinance language from the city of Columbia as part of the ongoing process to renew the city’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer...
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Springfield Daily Citizen
Man charged with murder in Tuesday’s fatal shooting in Springfield
The Greene County Judicial Courts Facility at 1010 Boonville in Springfield, Missouri. (Photo by Shannon Cay) To read this story, please sign in with your email address and password. You’ve read all your...
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Kansas City Star
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In the Dotte dispatch: Can ICE set up in KCK? Officials weigh ban
...Board of Commissioners, said he plans to introduce an ordinance limiting special use permits on non-municipal detention centers until 2031. The ordinance, which comes shortly after Kansas City officials across...
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Milan Standard
North Central Electric Names New CEO
...Loren Haines. Scheib most recently served as CEO of Tri- County Electric Cooperative in Lancaster, Missouri, where he held the position since 2020. He brings more than 25 years of experience in the electric...
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Lawrence County Record
Monett government change election canceled by council
...commission prompts action, unanimous vote withdraws initiative, city to reassess plan The Monett City Council voted to cancel the election to trigger a change in the city’s form of government during its...
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Benton County Enterprise   +1 other publication
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New consumer holiday shopping trends reveal how small businesses can plan for the season
...Located After Multi-Agency Search The Benton County Sheriff’s Department has issued a State of Missouri Endangered Person Advisory after a 1-year-old child was reported missing Tuesday afternoon in the...
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Benton County Enterprise   +5 other publications
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Iowa corn beginning to silk, soybeans blooming ahead of normal
...Located After Multi-Agency Search The Benton County Sheriff’s Department has issued a State of Missouri Endangered Person Advisory after a 1-year-old child was reported missing Tuesday afternoon in the...
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Benton County Enterprise   +36 other publications
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Escape Charge Filed After Inmate Flees Court-Ordered Rehab
...Located After Multi-Agency Search The Benton County Sheriff’s Department has issued a State of Missouri Endangered Person Advisory after a 1-year-old child was reported missing Tuesday afternoon in the...
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Missouri Bar
In memoriam: January-February 2026
...No. 1 / January-February 2026 Summary How to submit an obituary Obituaries are submitted to The Missouri Bar through a variety of mechanisms. To facilitate this process, the bar created a form that may...
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Government 
 
Springfield Daily Citizen
‘Come From Away’ brings 9/12 story of kindness to Springfield Little Theatre
...show." Newfoundland’s unique dialect required extra practice Patrick Schuster plays Claude, the mayor of Gander, and several other characters in Springfield Little Theatre’s "Come From Away." (Photo by...
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Kansas City Jewish Chronicle
Kansas City Jewish Chronicle
...Kansas and Greater Kansas City — have signed a letter expressing solidarity with Waverley Council Mayor Will Nemesh following the antisemitic terror attack at a Hanukkah event on Sydney’s Bondi Beach, one...
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Jefferson City News Tribune
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COMMENTARY: Never let leftists say they are the First Amendment stalwarts
...Syndicate website at www.creators.com. Stephi Smith ssmith@newstribune.com Stephi Smith is the city government reporter for the Jefferson City News Tribune. She writes mostly about parks, city hall board...
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Ofallon Patch​.‌com   +1 other publication
​🌱 Patch AM: How to get up to $500 off your St. Louis water bill
...reimbursed his $1,100 rental cost. 3. St Louis Metropolitan Police officer could get a 7% raise, Mayor Spencer says it could ‘create rift' as city works to raise all workers' pay (firstalert4.com) — St....
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Springfield patch​.‌com
​🌱 Patch AM: What this solar court ruling means for Springfield homeowners with HOAs.
...for Springfield homeowners with HOAs. Will new signatures save Springfield’s Hotel of Terror from eminent domain? How a Springfield homeowner’s fight just strengthened Missouri solar rights Also on today's...
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St​.‌ Charles, MO Patch​.‌com
​🌱 Patch AM: Fete de Glace/Bowls and Brews and 11 more events
...Adjustment Meeting St. Charles, MO Calendar St. Charles, MO 63301 6:00 pm Tuesday February 3 Regular City Council Meeting St. Charles, MO Calendar 7:00 pm Saturday February 7 Once Upon a Valentine® St....
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St​.‌ Peters Patch​.‌com
​🌱 Patch AM: Yard Waste Collection Break and 11 more events
...Adjustment Meeting St. Charles, MO Calendar St. Charles, MO 63301 6:00 pm Tuesday February 3 Regular City Council Meeting St. Charles, MO Calendar 7:00 pm Thursday February 5 FZN Winter Play Fort Zumwalt...
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Creve Coeur Patch​.‌com
​🌱 Patch AM: Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting and 11 more events
...to Run Campaigns Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting at Creve Coeur Calendar Coffee with the Mayor at Creve Coeur Calendar ... and check out 3 more events on the calendar! Find out what's happening...
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Affton-Shrewsbury Patch​.‌com
​🌱 Patch AM: History Talk: Julia Dent Grant - Diplomat and 11 more events
...Meeting City of Webster Groves Calendar, City Hall - Gordon Room 4 E Lockwood, Webster Groves 8:30 am City Council Meeting City of Webster Groves Calendar, City Hall - Council Chambers 4 E Lockwood, Webster...
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Kirkwood Patch​.‌com
​🌱 Patch AM: Why Kirkwood homes are still drawing multiple offers in 2026.
...engineering student honored with SIUE’s new Olympic scholarship How a Kirkwood lawmaker aims to tighten Missouri’s school-choice rules Also on today's calendar: Rise & Run: Training Women to Run Campaigns. Find...
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Fenton-High Ridge Patch​.‌com
​🌱 Patch AM: How planned Hwy. 30 fixes could change your Fenton-area commute
...Mostly cloudy and not as cold, with a high of 32 and low of 23 degrees. 📰 News we're reading 1. Councilman Haskins to hold Hwy. 30 safety measures town hall (myleaderpaper.com) — If you regularly drive Highway...
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St​.‌ Joseph News Press
Federal childcare subsidies by state
...other programs for needy children — followed by a new announcement of free daycares from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, taxpayers may be eager to understand where their tax dollars go. According to the...
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KMBC ABC 9 Kansas City
American Royal clears final funding hurdle as commissioners approve STAR bonds
...completion.American Royal leaders say the organization moved from the West Bottoms in Kansas City, Missouri, because it needed more space and wanted to build something larger and more modern.Construction was...
01/30/2026   USA USA    Online
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Phelps County Focus
Rolla, MO (65401)
...their fallen neighbor. Some federal immigration agents will leave Minneapolis Tuesday, the city's mayor said, as US President Donald Trump struck a conciliatory note after nationwide outrage over the killings...
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KFVS12
George the Cannon helps bring history to life
...organization work to preserve George’s legacy and educate visitors about a war that tore the nation, and Missouri, apart. "We don’t want to repeat the mistakes of the past, even as hard as we keep trying to," said...
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KTTN Trenton
Chillicothe council acts on utilities, hazards and fireworks
Click the + Icon To See Additional Sharing Options The Chillicothe City Council approved four ordinances and one resolution during its Jan. 26 meeting, addressing equipment purchases, infrastructure projects,...
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KOMU -TV8 Columbia   +1 other publication
Missouri senator says DHS agents in Minnesota are 'heroes'
U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt speaks to reporters after the Governor's Ham Breakfast at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. He emphasized a commitment to his role as a senator. Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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KSHB-TV ABC Kansas City
Parents of child who fell 9 stories to his death from apartment window file lawsuit against window company
...in 2017, which details the inspection requirements for citywide rental properties, but Tuesday the City Council unanimously passed changes to beef up the program. Posted and last updated KANSAS CITY,...
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Excelsior Springs Standard
Residents encouraged to vote for city in showcase bid
...strengthened by its people and sustained by a shared pride in who we are and where we are going."- Mayor Mark Spohn Excelsior Springs is in the running to be selected as one of Missouri Humanities’ next...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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KSHB-TV ABC Kansas City
Kansas City leaders enter conversation on preventing midtown Costco from becoming a business center
The Kansas City, Missouri, city council passed a resolution Thursday to begin discussions with Costco about preserving the midtown Costco location as a standard store, not a business center. Posted KSHB...
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St​.‌ Louis Public Radio NPR
Schmitt and Hawley strike different tones on Minnesota shooting aftermath
...Minneapolis after federal agents detained at least two people during enforcement actions on Jan. 13. Missouri’s U.S. Senators are striking notably different tones in their reaction to President Donald Trump’s...
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St​.‌ Joseph News Press
Mayoral candidate Kenneth Reeder aims to shake things up at City Hall if elected
File photo | News-Press NOW Former St. Joseph Board of Education member and mayoral candidate Kenneth Reeder speaks in Downtown St. Joseph in 2022. ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- A former St. Joseph...
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KMOV 4 St​.‌ Louis
First Alert Forward: North St. Louis residents face winter weather in tornado-damaged homes
...storm." Federal support and challenges Johnson said the city maintains a strong commitment from Missouri’s elected officials and continues receiving federal support, though he acknowledged challenges working...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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St​.‌ Louis Business Journal
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Clayton mayor pushes beer garden, food trucks to keep workers downtown after dark
Preview this article 1 min City officials are hoping new entertainment venues, relaxed regulations on bars and a proposed Shaw Park beer garden will help shake Clayton's reputation as a place that falls...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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stjosephpost​.‌com (Blog)   +1 other publication
Eric Schmitt calls federal immigration agents in Minnesota ‘heroes'
Posted Jan 29, 2026 11:00 PM Schmitt's view differs from his Missouri colleague, Sen. Josh Hawley, who called for an investigation after two fatal shootings in Minneapolis WASHINGTON - U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt...
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Kansas City Star
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In pivotal move, key Missouri senator refuses Gov. Kehoe’s KC police board pick
...RealityCheck@kcstar.com. Have the latest Reality Checks delivered to your inbox with our free newsletter. A Missouri senator on Thursday informed Gov. Mike Kehoe’s office that she will not sponsor his nomination for...
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KSHB-TV ABC Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas meets with FIFA head Gianni Infantino
Posted KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Leaders from across the country - including Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas - met with FIFA officials Thursday as the 2026 World Cup draws closer. Lucas, in Washington,...
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KCHI-FM 102​.‌5 CHILLICOTHE
City Extends Work Release Program Agreement With Prison
The Work Release program with the Missouri Department of Corrections was extended under an agreement with the City of Chillicothe. City Administrator Roze Frampton explained that this is a program that...
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Springfield Daily Citizen
Springfield’s second Target store to open in March at Sunshine Towne Centre
...near the intersection of West Bypass and Sunshine Street in Springfield. (Screenshot from Springfield City Council meeting) Springfield’s second Target is getting very close to officially swinging its doors...
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Kansas City Star
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In the Dotte dispatch: Can ICE set up in KCK? Officials weigh ban
...Board of Commissioners, said he plans to introduce an ordinance limiting special use permits on non-municipal detention centers until 2031. The ordinance, which comes shortly after Kansas City officials across...
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KSDK
Leader Publications shares The Scoop week of 1/26/26
...Leader is a free newspaper delivered directly to mailboxes in Jefferson County, Eureka, and Grover, Missouri. Each week we are sharing their top stories. State Representative David Casteel says he'll seek...
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Lawrence County Record
Monett government change election canceled by council
...commission prompts action, unanimous vote withdraws initiative, city to reassess plan The Monett City Council voted to cancel the election to trigger a change in the city’s form of government during its...
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KFVS12
City of Jackson awarded $10.1M for watewater treatment system upgrades
...millions of dollars to help pay for upgrades to its wastewater treatment system. According to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, the state agency has awarded the City of Jackson a $10.1 million...
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Missouri Independent
Eric Schmitt calls federal immigration agents in Minnesota ‘heroes’
Schmitt’s view differs from his Missouri colleague, Sen. Josh Hawley, who called for an investigation after two fatal shootings in Minneapolis U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt speaks to reporters after the Governor’s...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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Maryville Daily Forum
Commentary: Rep. Mazzie Christensen's Capitol Report
...what we face, God's love endures through both hard times and seasons of gratitude. This week in the Missouri House, I have a brief update. We continued hearing bills in committee and received budget presentations...
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Jefferson City News Tribune
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State of the Judiciary canceled as GOP senators protest Missouri Supreme Court decision
...was cancelled due to a Senate filibuster led by Republicans. W. Brent Powell, chief justice of the Missouri Supreme Court, was scheduled to speak to a joint session of House and Senate lawmakers on Wednesday...
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Jefferson City News Tribune
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Mid-Missouri senator files bill to fight against lewd AI-generated content
A Mid-Missouri legislator is re-filing a bill to protect people against lewd digital depictions of themselves that they did not consent to, and it was inspired by pop star Taylor Swift. Coined Lizbeth...
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Jefferson City News Tribune
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Jefferson City to receive $12,000 grant for hazardous waste program
...the Environmental Quality Commission that Jefferson City is set to receive a grant through the Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District. Elise Stephi Smith ssmith@newstribune.com Stephi Smith is the...
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Kansas City Star
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Is another Royals stadium location off the table? Clay County says no April vote
...announcements appear to put to rest — for now — two prominently discussed stadium locations in Kansas and Missouri as the team weighs its future home after its lease expires in 2031. The announcements appear to...
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Taxes 
 
KJLU 88​.‌9 FM
Missouri House committee gets first look at proposal to cut state income tax
A Missouri House committee takes an initial look at Governor Mike Kehoe's plan to eliminate the state income tax. Republican House Speaker Jon Patterson presented HJR 174 to the House Commerce committee...
01/30/2026   USA USA    Online
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Missouri business alert
Missouri GOP backs income tax repeal as critics warn sales taxes hit poor hardest
By Rudi Keller - Missouri Independent During Wednesday's hearing on Gov. Mike Kehoe's plan to replace Missouri's individual income tax with an expanded sales tax, the key word was trust. (0) comments ...
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St​.‌ Louis Public Radio NPR
Dabrowski believes he's the only Republican who can beat Pritzker in November
..."All of those problems we have today are on them. And so, if you want change, join us." Illinois’ property taxes, which tend to rank as some of the highest in the country, would be the first target of a Dabrowski...
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KTTN Trenton
Missouri GOP backs income tax repeal as critics warn sales taxes hit poor hardest
Click the + Icon To See Additional Sharing Options (Missouri Independent) - During Wednesday’s hearing on Gov. Mike Kehoe’s plan to replace Missouri’s individual income tax with an expanded sales tax...
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Springfield News-Leader
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Letters to the Editor: Readers take issue with ICE, litter and taxes
...Editor Springfield News-Leader Jan. 30, 2026, 3:40 a.m. CT Confronting America's ICE problem To Missouri Sens. Hawley and Schmitt, and Rep. Burlison, On Jan. 7, 2026, during an enforcement operation in...
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KMBC ABC 9 Kansas City
American Royal clears final funding hurdle as commissioners approve STAR bonds
...completion.American Royal leaders say the organization moved from the West Bottoms in Kansas City, Missouri, because it needed more space and wanted to build something larger and more modern.Construction was...
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The Banner Press
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State auditor releases annual property tax report
Missouri auditor's 2026 property tax report details $5.23M for Bollinger County schools and revenues for county services, fire districts and villages.
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KTTN Trenton
Shelby County earns good audit rating despite tax levy mistake
...an error by county officials resulted in Shelby County collecting approximately $188,000 more in property taxes than allowed, a new report from State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick concludes the county is otherwise...
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Columbia Missourian
Inflation, police and fire salaries among the challenges for Columbia city budget
Inflation continues to expand at a rate greater than Columbia's sales tax income, putting pressure on the city's budget. That was the sentiment from city officials who hosted a budget workshop Thursday....
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El Dorado Springs Sun
Cedar County Commission reflects on 2025 priorities, security upgrades, transitions, infrastructure, and settlement funds
...courthouse security upgrades and elected office transitions to infrastructure projects, opioid settlement funds, and ongoing county operations. Several courthouse security changes were implemented during 2025,...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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Joplin Globe
Missouri GOP backs income tax repeal as critics warn sales taxes hit poor hardest
Missouri Independent is part of States Newsroom, a network of news bureaus supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a public charity. It can be found at missouriindependent.com
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KSHB-TV ABC Kansas City
Kansas City leaders enter conversation on preventing midtown Costco from becoming a business center
The Kansas City, Missouri, city council passed a resolution Thursday to begin discussions with Costco about preserving the midtown Costco location as a standard store, not a business center. Posted KSHB...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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Missouri Senate
Senator Barbara Anne Washington's Legislative Column for Jan. 29, 2026
...which exempts baby bottles, wipes, breast pump accessories and other infant care supplies from state sales tax, was passed by the Senate Economic and Workforce Development Committee on Jan. 28. I am optimistic...
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Washington Missourian
Transportation committee talks sales tax, flood plans
...mitigation to protect the Washington Regional Airport, Highway 47 and other infrastructure north of the Missouri River. During its meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 28, the Washington Area Highway Transportation Committee...
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KCHI-FM 102​.‌5 CHILLICOTHE
Missouri Auditor’s Report For Livingston County
The Missouri State Auditor’s report for Livingston County was released this morning. The report has a GOOD rating, which indicates this entity is well-managed. Findings were noted in four areas. County...
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Kansas City Star
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In the Dotte dispatch: Can ICE set up in KCK? Officials weigh ban
...Board of Commissioners, said he plans to introduce an ordinance limiting special use permits on non-municipal detention centers until 2031. The ordinance, which comes shortly after Kansas City officials across...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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KRCU
House speaker introduces bill to eliminate income tax
...session, House Speaker Jon Patterson (R-Lee's Summit) introduced a bill Wednesday that would eliminate Missouri's individual income tax. The proposal comes after Kehoe's state of the state address, where he insisted...
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St​.‌ Joseph News Press
These US markets are expected to see the strongest home price growth in 2026
...downstate regions, may continue to place upward pressure on prices despite affordability concerns. Missouri St. Louis is widely cited by housing analysts as one of the Midwest markets most likely to heat...
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KSMU Radio
Missouri lawmakers begin the effort to eliminate the state's income tax
...Sarah Kellogg Published January 29, 2026 at 9:35 AM CST Brian Munoz / St. Louis Public Radio Missouri House Speaker Jon Patterson, R-Lee's Summit, and Gov. Mike Kehoe during the waning hours of the legislative...
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KSDK   +1 other publication
Missouri GOP backs income tax repeal as critics warn sales taxes hit poor hardest
The Missouri House held the first hearing on a proposed constitutional amendment to expand the state sales tax. Credit: Rudi Keller/Missouri Independent Missouri House Speaker Jon Patterson presents his...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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Salem News MO
Missouri GOP backs income tax repeal as critics warn sales taxes hit poor hardest
During Wednesday's hearing on Gov. Mike Kehoe's plan to replace Missouri's individual income tax with an expanded sales tax, the key word was trust. The proposed constitutional amendment giving the legislature...
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Jefferson City News Tribune
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Missouri House speaker testifies about income tax plan
...may come with a cost for everyday Missourians. Lawmakers heard hours of testimony showing raising sales taxes to replace the state income tax would be more harmful than Republicans anticipate. "This ...
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Business 
 
Springfield News-Leader
  / Paywall
Letters to the Editor: Readers take issue with ICE, litter and taxes
...Editor Springfield News-Leader Jan. 30, 2026, 3:40 a.m. CT Confronting America's ICE problem To Missouri Sens. Hawley and Schmitt, and Rep. Burlison, On Jan. 7, 2026, during an enforcement operation in...
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Springfield patch​.‌com
​🌱 Patch AM: What this solar court ruling means for Springfield homeowners with HOAs.
...for Springfield homeowners with HOAs. Will new signatures save Springfield’s Hotel of Terror from eminent domain? How a Springfield homeowner’s fight just strengthened Missouri solar rights Also on today's...
01/30/2026   USA USA    Online
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The Banner Press
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State auditor releases annual property tax report
Missouri auditor's 2026 property tax report details $5.23M for Bollinger County schools and revenues for county services, fire districts and villages.
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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KTTN Trenton
Shelby County earns good audit rating despite tax levy mistake
...an error by county officials resulted in Shelby County collecting approximately $188,000 more in property taxes than allowed, a new report from State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick concludes the county is otherwise...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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KY3-TV Springfield
Hotel of Terror petition to stop eminent domain in Springfield rejected, for now
...building has been rejected. Updated: moments ago Police are investigating a deadly shooting near the Missouri State University campus in Springfield. Updated: 3 hours ago KY3 Missouri Capitol Bureau Chief...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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sedaliademocrat​.‌com
US Senate poised to send House spending deal in race to avert partial shutdown
By Jennifer Shutt and Arian Figueroa Missouri Independent WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate could vote as soon as Thursday night to approve a government funding package after Democrats brokered a deal with the...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Blog
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KTTN Trenton
Chillicothe council acts on utilities, hazards and fireworks
Click the + Icon To See Additional Sharing Options The Chillicothe City Council approved four ordinances and one resolution during its Jan. 26 meeting, addressing equipment purchases, infrastructure projects,...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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El Dorado Springs Sun
Cedar County Commission reflects on 2025 priorities, security upgrades, transitions, infrastructure, and settlement funds
...courthouse security upgrades and elected office transitions to infrastructure projects, opioid settlement funds, and ongoing county operations. Several courthouse security changes were implemented during 2025,...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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KSHB-TV ABC Kansas City
Kansas City leaders enter conversation on preventing midtown Costco from becoming a business center
The Kansas City, Missouri, city council passed a resolution Thursday to begin discussions with Costco about preserving the midtown Costco location as a standard store, not a business center. Posted KSHB...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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Missouri Senate
Senator Barbara Anne Washington's Legislative Column for Jan. 29, 2026
...which exempts baby bottles, wipes, breast pump accessories and other infant care supplies from state sales tax, was passed by the Senate Economic and Workforce Development Committee on Jan. 28. I am optimistic...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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St​.‌ Louis Business Journal
  / Paywall
Clayton mayor pushes beer garden, food trucks to keep workers downtown after dark
Preview this article 1 min City officials are hoping new entertainment venues, relaxed regulations on bars and a proposed Shaw Park beer garden will help shake Clayton's reputation as a place that falls...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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KCHI-FM 102​.‌5 CHILLICOTHE
Missouri Auditor’s Report For Livingston County
The Missouri State Auditor’s report for Livingston County was released this morning. The report has a GOOD rating, which indicates this entity is well-managed. Findings were noted in four areas. County...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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Kirksville Daily Express
Grant funding available for Project Prom, graduation lock-in events
HANNIBAL - The Northeast Coalition for Roadway Safety is making grant funds available to local schools located within the Northeast District that host student lock-in events for Project Prom or high school...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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UM Extension
Maryville to host 2026 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference
...Main Street to Farm Gate.' Published Wednesday, January 28, 2026 MARYVILLE, Mo. - University of Missouri Extension will host its 2026 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference in Maryville,...
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Springfield Daily Citizen
Springfield’s second Target store to open in March at Sunshine Towne Centre
...near the intersection of West Bypass and Sunshine Street in Springfield. (Screenshot from Springfield City Council meeting) Springfield’s second Target is getting very close to officially swinging its doors...
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Sheridan Express
Entrepreneurial Conference to be Held in Maryville September 15th to 17th
University of Missouri Extension will host its 2026 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference in Maryville, Sept. 15-17. The CEC Conference brings together practitioners and leaders focused...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Blog
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KBSI-TV Fox 23
City of Jackson announces East Jackson Boulevard lighting project
...work progresses along the corridor. The project, identified as MoDOT Project No. SE0247, will be funded through a 50% cost-share agreement with the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission under the...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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Milan Standard
North Central Electric Names New CEO
...Loren Haines. Scheib most recently served as CEO of Tri- County Electric Cooperative in Lancaster, Missouri, where he held the position since 2020. He brings more than 25 years of experience in the electric...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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Jefferson City News Tribune
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Centertown seeks approval from tribal nations for stormwater improvement project
CENTERTOWN, Missouri -- Centertown is seeking the next stage of approval for its stormwater infrastructure improvements, this time from tribal nations. The village recently received approval on a $518,800...
01/29/2026   USA USA    Online
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