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A new invasive tick species was recently found in St. Louis County, with more sightings expected this spring and summer. -
Police Chief Jill Schlude emphasized that the department is trying to hire more officers during a town hall event. -
State and local elected officials gathered Thursday in Foristell for the ceremonial start of construction on the section of roadway from Warrenton to Wentzville. -
On Wednesday, the society put on a lecture by Professor Crystal R. Sanders, who holds a doctoral degree in history. -
Columbia’s teachers’ union protested at a busy downtown intersection Wednesday morning. -
The city of Columbia and the Columbia Police Department decided not to provide additional accommodations for safety in the downtown area because the game is not a city sanctioned event.
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President Trump signed an order Thursday aimed at making it easier for companies to mine the ocean floor. Scientists and environmental groups say it could harm a fragile ecosystem. -
After much volatility because of Trump's trade war, the stock markets responded positively to a softened tone toward both China and the Fed chair. This, plus four more takeaways from this week.
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The Trump Administration announced Tuesday night they would be cutting 1,300 employees from the Department of Education. Education officials in Missouri say the cuts could have an impact on students and teachers in Missouri.
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