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Net farm income in Missouri is expected to increase this year and exceed the forecasted gains projected earlier in the year. -
The score is a 2.2 percentage point increase from 2024, and it places the district among the top 15% of Missouri districts. -
State leaders applied Wednesday to the $50 billion federal grant initiative, which Congress included in the congressional spending package known as "One Big Beautiful Bill." -
Drivers drove trucks on their designated routes across Columbia to help familiarize themselves with the routes. -
The surveys has been mailed to a random sample of households and will include postage-paid return envelopes. -
Artificial intelligence could help scientists and state conservationists count waterfowl more quickly and accurately, according to a new study.
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It's no surprise that a boatload of 2026 Grammy nominations are for rappers, rockers, legends and newcomers who performed at the Tiny Desk in just 2025 alone. -
Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights to comply with the FAA's order. But there are still questions about the plan, which the agency says will keep the skies safe during the government shutdown. -
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Michele Snodderley and John Scalise of True North of Columbia and Job Point, respectively, join us on the couch to talk about their organizations and what it means to be recognized as finalists for non-profit of the year by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. November 7, 2025 -
The ruling filed Wednesday said Choi is not entitled to qualified immunity after he barred the Mizzou Students for Justice in Palestine from participating in the 2024 Homecoming parade. -
Sharlet Finley says Operation Christmas Child is a simple yet powerful way to make a positive, personal impact on a child in need. She tells us participation means packing a shoebox full of fun, personalized gifts, including a special "wow" item to make a big impression. November 6, 2025 -
A Disaster Recovery Center will be open to assist people who sustained damage to their primary residence or personal property due to the EF-2 tornado that hit in April. -
After almost two years of construction, the Columbia Area Career Center officiallyhasopenedits new expansion. -
First Chance for Children, a nonprofit serving families with young kids in mid-Missouri, has reported a record-breaking surge in demand for diapers, wipes, formula, food and hygiene essentials.
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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Chris McGinn. For the past year and a half, he’s been working as the executive director of the Texas Association of County Election Officials.
They spoke about some of the changes McGinn is helping make to the association, how the association balances the needs of some of the largest and smallest counties in the country, and about what’s next.
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