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Group opposed to Millcreek BESS vows to fight on
By Stan SchwartzAfter learning that the Missouri Public Service Commission agreed to Ameren, Missouri’s request for several energy projects, the group, Aligned Mommas, returned to the Lincoln County Commissioner’s meeting last week to voice their concerns, not necessarily for the BESS that’s soon to be built in northern Lincoln County, but more because of the…
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MU Jefferson Farm’s accessible beehives help veterans
Slovenian-style beekeeping hives support veterans with disabilities while promoting wellness, community and agricultural educationCOLUMBIA, Mo. – Accessible, ergonomically designed beehives at the University of Missouri’s Jefferson Farm and Garden Extension and Education Center give disabled veterans an opportunity to practice beekeeping.The new hives grew out of MU Extension’s Heroes to Hives program, which addresses the…
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Van-Far cross-country teams punch ticket to State
By Brandie GayThe Van-Far High School cross country teams are headed to the Missouri State Cross Country Championships after an outstanding performance at the district meet, where both the boys’ and girls’ teams secured top four finishes to earn state berths.The top four teams in each district race advance to the state championships, and the…