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Missouri S&T to host fifth annual critical minerals national workshop Aug. 6-7
Missouri S&T will host the fifth annual Resilient Supply of Critical Minerals national workshop supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Wednesday, Aug. 6, and Thursday, Aug. 7. “Missouri S&T has built a national reputation over the past...

Missouri’s parole system is due for a makeover. But this group is working on fixing it
Missouri's parole system governs the lives of some 52,000 people, more than twice the number held in the state's prisons. But its rules haven't been updated since 2017, and those who work inside the parole system say its processes are often...

Repealed: Missouri paid sick time law is no more, workers react
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe repealed a paid sick leave bill on Thursday, which is a benefit some contracted workers in the state say they can’t afford. House Bill 567 was repealed on Thursday, no longer requiring...
Retirement Industry Deals and People Moves – 7/11/2025
Cetera Advisors Names Richard Vogel as Community Leader Richard Vogel Cetera Advisors named Richard Vogel as community leader. Vogel will lead initiatives to help Cetera advisers pursue meaningful growth opportunities, according to the firm. Vogel...

Missouri’s parole system is due for a makeover. Meet the group working on it
Missouri's parole system governs the lives of some 52,000 people, more than twice the number held in the state’s prisons. But its rules haven’t been updated since 2017, and those who work inside the parole system say its processes are often...

‘It has pros and cons’: Missouri schools’ cell phone ban brings mixed reaction from parents
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Starting this upcoming school year, Missouri public school students will no longer be allowed to have their phones in school. On Thursday, Gov. Mike Kehoe signed Senate Bill 68, which bans cell phones in public schools...

Missouri football’s stadium appearance could change in EA Sports video game
When EA Sports College Football 26 officially releases Thursday, loading up a game in Columbia, Missouri, is going to be a little like traveling back in time. The game likely won’t reflect the current scene at Memorial Stadium — an ongoing...

Missouri State Fire Marshal Warns of Spike in Fireworks-Related Deaths, Injuries
Everyone, this year's 4th of July celebrations are showing some consequences in a very real way. It's become a big enough deal that we have to talk about it. Consumer Product Safety Commission Demonstrates Dangers Of Fireworks Ahead Of July 4th...

State Tech revamping, expanding campus this summer
LINN, Mo. -- Construction crews are leaving no stone unturned this summer on the campus of State Technical College of Missouri. Nearly every sector of campus is dotted with orange cones and netting, as heavy equipment is moving dirt, concrete is...
Republic Bancorp Reports a 25% Increase in Second Quarter Net Income
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 18, 2025-- Republic Bancorp, Inc. (“Republic” or the “Company”) reported second quarter 2025 net income and Diluted Earnings per Class A Common Share (“Diluted EPS”) of $31.5 million and $1.61 per share,...

Missouri 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest winners 2025
Youths judge a class of Hereford cattle at the 2025 State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest. University of Missouri Extension recently hosted the 2025 State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest on at the Trowbridge Livestock Center in Columbia. The event...

Paid Sick Leave Repealed for Millions in Missouri
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed the repeal of a law on Thursday that guaranteed paid sick leave to workers, just months after voters approved it. Why It Matters The move is a major victory for Missouri's largest business group and a...

Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital recognizes EZ Niles as Hospital Administrator
Share This Article Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital is proud to formally recognize EZ Niles as the hospital’s Administrator, a role he has held since March 2025. With over 22 years of experience in the hospital and healthcare industry, Niles...

UMSL sues after water main break damages historic Mercantile Library
Construction work is seen in front of the Mercantile Library at the University of Missouri-St. Louis’ on Oct. 15, 2024. An Oct. 1 water main break on the campus damaged a lower section of the library. Monica Obradovic | Post-Dispatch BELLERIVE —...

Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison shares views on immigration and governance
Eric Burlison, a current member of the U.S. Congress representing Missouri's 7th district, has taken to social media to express his views on various national issues. Burlison succeeded Billy Long in 2023 and has a history of political service...

Why JUCO eligibility waiver changed Missouri football linebacker depth
Missouri football may have Vanderbilt’s quarterback to thank for the strength of its linebackers. Mizzou’s season-opener for the 2025 campaign against Central Arkansas on Aug. 28 on Faurot Field is less than 50 days away. Fall camp is right around...

GOP Missouri Governor Repeals Paid Sick Leave Measure Voters Passed in Landslide
Support justice-driven, accurate and transparent news — make a quick donation to Truthout today! Missouri’s Republican governor on Thursday signed legislation repealing the paid sick leave portion of a ballot measure that the state’s voters...

More than a dozen bills altering Missouri education signed into law
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed several bipartisan education bills into law. The new laws address issues such as cellphone use in schools, retired teachers substituting and homeschooler participation in extracurricular activities. Other...

Proxy voting giants investigated by Missouri AG for misleading clients about their DEI and ESG priorities
Fox News Digital spoke to Utah State Treasurer Marlo Oaks at the State Financial Officers Foundation conference in Orlando, Florida NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX: Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey launched parallel...

MSU has nearly 200 ongoing construction projects. Here are the biggest
Missouri State University has nearly $250 million in construction projects underway. Key projects include a new advancement center, Blunt Hall renovations, and the Judith Enyeart Reynolds Performing Arts Complex. Despite weather challenges, most...