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Missouri judge strikes down nearly all state abortion regulations
By Anna Spoerre Missouri Independent Medication abortion will be available in Missouri for the first time since 2018 after a judge determined most of the state’s challenged abortion regulations are unconstitutional, including laws requiring hospital privileges, complication plans and special clinic licenses Many of Missouri’s abortion regulations, including laws that Planned Parenthood said made it…
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Craig’s Truck and Tractor Service named Business of the Month
By Brandie GayThe Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce said that it is proud to recognize Craig’s Truck and Tractor Service as its Business of the Month for June, honoring a local business that has provided dependable truck repair, trailer service, and tire sales to the community for more than two decades.Established in 2004, Craig’s Truck…
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Lady Indians putting in the work: Van-Far girls basketball builds momentum this summer
By Brandie GayThe Van-Far Lady Indians have spent their summer laying the foundation for what they hope will be an exciting and successful basketball season, compiling an impressive record across multiple camps, leagues, and shootouts while gaining valuable experience along the way.Under the direction of head coach Heather Minter, Van-Far posted a combined 24-4 record…