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Missouri attorney general says federal probe drove Torch to shut down slot machines
Rudi KellerMissouri IndependentTorch Electronics shut down its slot machine-like games across Missouri this week under pressure from a federal investigation, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway said Thursday, marking a sharp reversal for a company that spent years insisting the games were legal.In an interview with The Independent, Hanaway also said her office will consider dropping charges already filed against…
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WRAP training set to help improve workforce retention
The Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce along with the Workforce Assistance Program and the Audrain County Commission will hold a free extended Lunch ‘N Learn program to help local businesses improve workforce retention and employee morale.The training will take place on April 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Farnen Community Room, downstairs…
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Van-Far Junior High performs well at South Shelby Invitational
By Brandie GayThe Van-Far Junior High track and field team turned in a strong, well-rounded performance at the South Shelby Middle School Invitational on April 14, earning multiple medals and team point finishes against a competitive field.Van-Far brought home two, third-place medals on the day. Emma Evans placed third in the shot put, while Eli…