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An executive order from President Donald Trump slashed many federal grant programs on which farmers rely, either directly or indirectly.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has cancelled two programs, affecting food programs across the country.
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The bill is made up of dozens of policy changes governing how utilities operate in Missouri. -
With lawmakers set to take next week off, they leave having already accomplished one major priority. -
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced more than a billion dollars in cuts – almost $20 million was set to go to Missouri. -
The legislation now goes to the Missouri Senate, where similar bills have died in prior sessions. -
Consumer advocates are concerned about legislation that could raise prices for energy burdened Missourians.
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It's been almost 30 years since an NFL player played a true two-way season. Heisman winner Travis Hunter could be the next — but first, he has to be selected in the NFL Draft, which begins Thursday. -
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Residents and community members gathered at the intersection of West Boulevard and Ash Street Wednesday evening, in protest of Columbia's Ash Street Improvement Plan. -
House Republicans have advanced a joint resolution to the floor which would put limits on abortion rights that voters added to the state constitution in November. -
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Book lovers, clear your schedule because the Unbound Book Festival returns to downtown Columbia on April 17 for four days of keynote speakers, panel discussions, special events like 'Lit Crawl', and more! Executive director Kerry Townsend tells us all about this free event on today's show! April 9, 2025
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