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Missouri lawmaker plans property assessment, tax reforms
KOAM TV 7 - Kansas
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The Brief 88 Missouri counties were ordered by the State Tax Commission to raise property assessment values to comply with state law More than a dozen county assessors refused the increases, prompting the state to withhold funding from...
Missouri Corn Growers Elected To U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council Leadership
Shelby County Herald - Missouri
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August 13, 2025
Missouri Corn grower-leaders Jay Fischer (front row, second from left) and Dylan Rosier (back row, third from left) were elected to the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council board of directors during the 65th annual delegates meeting in Grand Rapids,...
Missouri Congressman Jason Smith Responds to IRS Commissioner Rumors, Talks Inflation and Farm Concerns
Missourinet
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August 15, 2025
Southeast Missouri U.S. Congressman Jason Smith is addressing speculation about his name being floated as the next IRS Commissioner. President Trump’s removed former southwest Missouri Congressman Billy Long from the post last week. “I am very...
Academics create digital roadmap to accelerate net zero steel in UK
Scottish Construction Now
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Dr Aitana Uclés Fuensanta presenting at AISTech, the Iron and Steel Technology Conference An innovative study supported by the InterAct programme has developed a strategic digital roadmap to fast-track the UK steel sector’s transition to net...
Flatwater Explains: Why Is Carter Lake in Iowa?
Flatwater Free Press - Nebraska
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August 21, 2025
Editor’s note: Flatwater Explains is an occasional series during which FFP reporters explain the people, places and things that make Nebraska what it is, while answering questions that both longtime residents and first-time visitors might have....
Missouri health leaders update potential link to brain-eating amoeba at Lake of the Ozarks
KY3 - Missouri
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August 14, 2025
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Missouri Department of Health has begun an investigation into the brain-eating ameba, after a person showed symptoms after skiing at the Lake of the Ozarks. The infection is extremely rare. The Centers for Disease...
MoDOT planned road work in North Missouri for the week of August 18, 2025
KTTN - Missouri
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August 17, 2025
The Missouri Department of Transportation has released its construction and maintenance schedule for North Missouri for the week of Aug. 18–24. Crews may conduct moving operations across the region in addition to the listed projects. Weather...
Is the IRS giving stimulus checks in 2025? How to track my stimulus check status update
PhillyBurbs - Pennsylvania
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Are you still waiting on an inflation relief check or tax refund this year from the IRS or wondering about the fourth stimulus check in 2025? Here's what to know about Trump's new tariff rebate, tracking, eligibility and update on their status. On...
Only 28% of US homes now affordable for typical American household as buying power drops
FOX Business
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Circle Squared Investments founder Jeff Sica discusses the impact of the real estate industry on the U.S. economy and markets. Fewer than 30% of homes on the U.S. housing market are affordable for the average household as borrowing rates remain a...
Missouri Gaming Commission weighing ‘untethered’ gaming licenses
Missourinet
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August 14, 2025
Two sportsbooks this week will get the first two gaming licenses to operate in Missouri. The Missouri Gaming Commission heard arguments Wednesday from three companies – DraftKings, FanDuel, and Circa – which are vying for the two “untethered”...
US Farmland Owned by Chinese Companies–What to Know
The Epoch Times
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August 16, 2025
Chinese investments in U.S. agricultural land are dispersed nationwide, with the largest concentrations in Texas, North Carolina, Missouri, Utah, and Florida. | August 16, 2025Updated:August 16, 2025 White House senior trade adviser Peter Navarro...
Enstor to Acquire Black Bear Gas Pipeline System
Rigzone
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August 21, 2025
Enstor Gas LLC has signed an agreement to buy the Black Bear natural gas pipeline system from Basalt Infrastructure Partners LLP. The assets, under Black Bear Transmission Opco LLC, deliver gas from multiple points to power generation, industrial...
Starbucks expands test of coconut water beverages as it leans into health and wellness
CNBC
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August 21, 2025
Starbucks' Coco Matcha and Coco Cold Brew drinks. Courtesy: Starbucks Starbucks will expand its test of coconut water beverages to hundreds of more stores, as it leans further into health and wellness. Starting Thursday, the coffee giant will test...
Johnson County, Missouri, sheriff's office warns of Narcan-resistant ‘purple fentanyl’ drug threat
KMBC 9 - Missouri
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August 16, 2025
Johnson County, Missouri, sheriff's office warns of Narcan-resistant ‘purple fentanyl’ drug threat THANKS FOR JOINING US TODAY. I’M CODY HOLYOKE. WE BEGIN WITH A CRISIS THAT IS KILLING OUR KIDS AND ADULTS FOR THAT MATTER. OPIOIDS ARE MAKING...
Missouri Gaming Commission Weighs Bids for Two Untethered Sports Betting Licenses
Casino Beats
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August 14, 2025
Written by Chavdar Vasilev Chavdar Vasilev Chavdar Vasilev is a gambling news writer with several years of experience in the iGaming industry. He started creating promotional content but soon found he loved reporting on the industry itself. Since...
Man convicted of marijuana crime opens Missouri’s 1st micro-dispensary
KSHB - Missouri
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August 16, 2025
KSHB 41 reporter Charlie Keegan covers politics on both sides of the state line. If you have a story idea to share, you can send Charlie an email at charlie.keegan@kshb.com. — Missouri’s first micro-dispensary held its grand opening Saturday. 816...
Missouri Home to America’s Top Community College
KICK AM 1530 - Illinois
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August 14, 2025
With the unending increases in costs of four year colleges and universities, community colleges have become increasingly popular choices for students beginning their college journey. Students are increasingly choosing to start their college career...
Farmington City Council considers major commercial annexation
Farmington Press - Missouri
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August 21, 2025
A resident addresses the city council regarding the insect spraying program that has been suspended for this year. Lisa Brotherton-Barnes The Farmington City Council convened on Aug. 12 to hear public comments and weighed several development...
Missouri State University staff offers advice to families for move-in day
KY3 - Missouri
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August 14, 2025
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Back-to-school season is in full swing, and universities around Springfield are welcoming students back to campus starting August 14. Between Thursday and Sunday, 3,500 students will call Missouri State University home....
DNI Tulsi Gabbard Axes Biden-Era Censorship Office that Targeted Conservative Voices in America
The Gateway Pundit
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August 21, 2025
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced on Wednesday that she had eliminated the Foreign Malign Influence Center, a Biden-era government organization that worked with social media giants to censor conservatives and voices that...