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Local Business Ownership: Jacobsen Appliances in Lebanon, founded in 1959, has new owner Jason Ledbetter, who says the store’s customer-first service and quality brands will stay the same. Economic Signals: Creighton’s Mid-America manufacturing index rose to 56.0, showing steady growth despite weak hiring and higher wholesale inflation. Banking Deal: FNBC Bank will acquire Riverwind Bank, creating a combined institution with about $1B in assets, pending regulators. Energy Costs & Regulation: Ameren Missouri asked the Missouri Public Service Commission for a $343M annual electric base-rate increase (about $13/month for an average home), with a July 15 intervention deadline. State Budget Watch: Gov. Mike Kehoe signed Missouri’s $50.7B FY2027 budget but issued 65 vetoes and restrictions totaling more than $30M in general revenue. Legal Fight Over Gambling: Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway faces new lawsuits alleging threats of criminal prosecution to force bars and gas stations to shut down slot machine games. Workforce & Education: Northwest Missouri State University approved new nursing and professional studies degree pathways to expand access for adult learners and transfers. Community & Downtown: Main Street Trenton earned 2026 Main Street America Affiliate designation for downtown revitalization efforts.

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Missouri appeals court reinstates $800K trust judgment

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Great Southern Bank to close 9 branches, cut 66 jobs in restructuring

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Breaking down the Missouri State Lady Bears’ 2026-2027 nonconference slate

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