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Traveling in Europe and Africa
This is an account of Rennie and Joy Davis’ trip to Europe and Africa
Pike County welcomes a president
Editor’s note: The following previously published story by contributing writer Brent Engel is presented in remembrance of President Jimmy Carter, who passed away at 100 on Dec. 29.
Missouri revenue estimate predicts $70 million drop in state tax receipts through June
General revenue for the fiscal year that ends June 30 will total $13.35 billion, a decrease of about $70 million from the record $13.42 billion collected in fiscal 2024, according to a news release Wednesday from Gov.-elect Mike Kehoe.
Missouri farmers set soybean yield records with annual contest
Jefferson City, MO--Missouri soybean farmers have once again achieved record-breaking yields, as highlighted in the Missouri Soybean Association (MSA) Yield Contest. The competition celebrates the state's soybean producers and their remarkable accomplishments, with entries regularly boasting triple-digit yields.
2024 Year in Review
So much happened over the past year. Here’s a look back at the news from 2024 from the Vandalia Leader.
Vandalia introduces facility charge to fund new substation in 2025
The City of Vandalia will bring a significant change for its residents in 2025. The City Council approved a new facility charge to be implemented; a decision rooted in a long-term plan that began back in December 2020.
MU Extension offers vegetable production series
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension will offer a seven- part webinar series in January and February on how to manage vegetable crops for maximum yield. The series runs 6 – 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 6 – Feb. 25, 2025.
Event venue opens just south of Eolia
Family-owned business creates an oasis in the countryside
Missouri judge strikes down abortion ban, but clinics say access remains blocked
Several laws, such as the 72-hour waiting period, were temporarily blocked. But Planned Parenthood says enough restrictions remain in place to prevent abortion services from resuming