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Democrats flip 16 Missouri House seats, ending Republican super majority
By Rudi Kellermissouriindependent.comThe blue wave reached the steps of the Missouri Governor’s Mansion Tuesday when Democrats won the state House seat representing downtown Jefferson City on their way to flipping 16 seats from Republicans across the state.Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe’s official residence will be represented by Suzanne Luther, a former member of the Jefferson City…
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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…