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Missouri Lottery player wins $249K Show Me Cash jackpot
Show-Me State Times - Missouri
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July 7, 2025
A Missouri Lottery player secured a $249,000 Show Me Cash jackpot in the June 16 drawing. The winning ticket was purchased at QuikTrip, located at 4101 Gravois in St. Louis. The ticket matched all five numbers drawn that night: 21, 24, 25, 29, and...
Your guide to Missouri’s newest education laws in 2025
The Beacon - Missouri
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July 15, 2025
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed nearly a dozen new laws affecting education this July. Among the proposals that advanced this year are bills governing how public schools handle religious chaplains, cellphones and opening school activities to...
Josh Hawley’s newest populist economic proposal is downright irresponsible
My Ozarks Online - Missouri
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August 1, 2025
Recently, Missouri’s senior senator introduced the American Worker Rebate Act which promises “at least” $600 per adult and dependent child funded by revenue from President Donald Trump’s new tariffs. The proposed legislation represents a dangerous...
Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison shares views on immigration and governance
Springfield Standard - Missouri
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July 8, 2025
Eric Burlison, a current member of the U.S. Congress representing Missouri's 7th district, has taken to social media to express his views on various national issues. Burlison succeeded Billy Long in 2023 and has a history of political service...
Former coach and Missouri middle school teacher sentenced for coercing, enticing, and sexually abusing a minor child
Newstalk KZRG - Missouri
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July 16, 2025
TULSA, Okla. – A former coach and middle school teacher was sentenced today for six counts related to child exploitation and sexual abuse of a minor child, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. U.S. District Judge Sara E. Hill sentenced Ronald...
Missouri State Highway Patrol accepting applications for next class
California Democrat - Missouri
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July 8, 2025
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is now accepting applications for its 126th recruit class. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply. "This is not just a job. It is a test of character. A commitment to serve,"...
Missouri State Fire Marshal Warns of Spike in Fireworks-Related Deaths, Injuries
Mix 92.3 - Missouri
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July 8, 2025
Everyone, this year's 4th of July celebrations are showing some consequences in a very real way. It's become a big enough deal that we have to talk about it. Consumer Product Safety Commission Demonstrates Dangers Of Fireworks Ahead Of July 4th...
Brightstar signs eight-year contract to modernise Missouri Lottery systems
Gambling Insider
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Rollout includes new digital features, retailer terminals and enhanced player engagement tools. By Shaan Khan Key points: - Missouri Lottery to deploy Brightstar's OMNIA system under an eight-year agreement - Deal includes 9,045 new retailer...
State Board of Education members debate limited yet ‘influential’ role
Fulton Sun - Missouri
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July 15, 2025
New members of the Missouri State Board of Education discovered their powers to direct schools are more limited than they expected during a retreat last week. The board spent Wednesday and Thursday talking about the powers it has -- and those it...
Missouri Judge Issues Ruling Removing All Abortion Safety Standards, Putting Women’s Lives at Risk
LifeNews
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July 8, 2025
Late Thursday afternoon, July 3, 2025 as our nation and families were preparing to celebrate Independence Day, left wing activist Jackson County Judge Jerri Zhang, without any notice or input from Missouri’s top legal official, released a...
Missouri State in EA Sports College Football 26: How accurate is Bears portrayal?
Yahoo Sports
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Missouri State football returned to the EA Sports College Football franchise when the game was released on Monday, July 7, to those who had pre-ordered the deluxe edition or MVP bundle. The standard edition of the game will be available to play on...
Missouri State in College Football 26: How accurate is Bears' portrayal?
Springfield News Leader - Missouri
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Missouri State football returned to the EA Sports College Football franchise when the game was released on Monday, July 7, to those who had pre-ordered the deluxe edition or MVP bundle. The standard edition of the game will be available to play on...
Agriculture education impacts Lamar’s future this summer
Farm Talk - Kansas
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Ag Moves introduced elementary students to farm animals this summer. Lamar elementary students have enjoyed hands-on lessons about agriculture during enrichment programming this summer. The school partnered with Missouri Farmers Care’s Agriculture...
Student loan interest for millions resumes
98.7FM & AM1340 WGAU - Georgia
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August 1, 2025
Millions of student loan borrowers who signed up for the SAVE plan will start seeing interest accrue to their accounts on Friday. The Biden-era zero-interest repayment plan, called Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE), was created to help lighten...
SMSD News: Recent improvements to SMSD’s state-of-the-art facilities
Prairie Village Post - Kansas
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August 1, 2025
As students and staff return to school this August, many Shawnee Mission School District buildings will feature a variety of improvements. These enhancements were made possible by the $264 million bond approved by voters in 2021. One of the six...
Looking to Tech for Loss Prevention
Convenience Store Decisions
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August 1, 2025
As theft shifts from standard shoplifting to organized activity, including digital fraud and internal coordination, loss prevention strategies must change as well, and digital solutions are seeing steady growth. Convenience stores, whose very...
Team behind Ellie Bird debuts new private dining room in Falls Church
Arlington Now - Virginia
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July 15, 2025
Around Town A look inside “The Nest” dining room (photo by Nina Palazzolo, courtesy of The Nest) A look inside “The Nest” dining room (photo by Nina Palazzolo, courtesy of The Nest) Ellie Bird at 125 Founders Avenue in Falls Church (staff photo by...
Amy Sue (Wiseman) Holaday, Marthasville, Missouri
The Leader-Union - Illinois
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July 15, 2025
Amy Sue (Wiseman) Holaday of Marthasville, Missouri, formerly of Vandalia, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the First United Methodist Church in...
Rep. Mark Alford highlights defense bill and education reform in recent posts
Columbia News - Missouri
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July 15, 2025
Representative Mark Alford, who has served Missouri’s 4th District in the U.S. Congress since 2023, recently shared several updates via social media regarding legislative priorities and policy perspectives. Alford, a former journalist born in...
Top THC Tinctures for 2025: Potent Oils for Every Lifestyle
Hudson Star Observer - Wisconsin
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Are you seeking a natural, powerful addition to boost your overall wellness? Something that actually works and isn't all hype? With so many artificial, chemical-based products out there, it’s hard to source natural solutions. After scouring the...