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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.
Missouri Conservation Department finds likely bird flu cases among snow geese
The Missouri Conservation Department received confirmation recently of something it feared — three dead snow geese found by state wildlife refuge staff were likely infected with bird flu.
Letters to Santa
Dear Santa, We here at Nene’s Daycare have been trying really hard to make good choices. If you have time in your busy schedule, we would love some new coloring books and crayons. If you are able to bring us each a gift, we would be grateful!
Van-Far High School FFA brings holiday cheer to Baptist Homes Nursing Home
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Van-Far High School FFA, led by one of their dedicated advisers, Micha Bailey, recently took part in a special project to brighten the lives of residents at the Baptist Homes Nursing Home in Vandalia.
MHTC announces Ed Hassinger as new MoDOT Director
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission announced on Wednesday that Ed Hassinger has been selected as the new director of the Missouri Department of Transportation. His leadership will ensure the continuity of MoDOT's delivery of critical infrastructure projects currently underway and on very tight construction schedules.
Missouri has become a peanut powerhouse
Most of state’s crop goes to candy, peanut butter
Missouri considers revising content GPA requirement for teaching certifications
The Missouri State Board of Education voted to publish a notice of proposed rulemaking to change the requirements for some teacher certification areas.
New owner to take over local newspapers
Lakeway Publishers Inc. has announced the sale of its Missouri regional operation to CherryRoad Media Inc., a media and technology company focused on the sustainability of community journalism.