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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
Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Rocheport Bridge
New eastbound bridge along Interstate 70 will open to traffic by end of year
City of Vandalia completes major infrastructure projects in 2024
Vandalia, MO--The City of Vandalia has successfully completed a series of significant infrastructure projects in 2024, enhancing the community's utilities, streets, parks, and overall quality of life. Here's a detailed look at the accomplishments across various departments.
DESE awards $2.5 million in Grow Your Own Grants to 125 LEAs, including $10,000 to Van-Far
For the second consecutive year, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has successfully awarded Grow Your Own grants to 125 local education agencies. With a Fiscal Year 2025 budget allocation of $2.5 million, DESE is providing onetime grants of $10,000 to LEAs to establish or enhance their local Grow Your Own programs. These initiatives aim to bolster the recruitment of quality teachers across Missouri.
Missouri Corn Scholarship applications now available
JEFFERSON CITY--The Missouri Corn Growers Association and Missouri Corn Merchandising Council are continuing the longstanding tradition of awarding seven deserving students $1,000 scholarships in 2025. Applications for the Missouri Corn Scholarship Program are now available online for high school seniors and college juniors pursuing a degree in agriculture.
Margaret J. Sims Memorial Scholarship established
Moberly Area Community College Foundation Inc. announced the endowment of a new scholarship to honor the memory of Margaret J. Sims by her late husband, Harvey E. Sims.
Kevin Motley returns to Vandalia Board of Aldermen following Wenzel’s Resignation
In Vandalia, a familiar face is set to return to the Board of Aldermen. Kevin Motley, a seasoned public servant, was appointed to the Ward I Alderman position following the resignation of Teresa Wenzel.
MU Extension, MDC partner to offer free white oaks
COLUMBIA, Mo.— University of Missouri Extension has partnered with the Missouri Department of Conservation on a program to establish white oak seed orchards on private land.