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You can be the future of healthcare?

Do you know a biomedical scientist? Chances are you do. She could be the woman you see in the park most weekends with her two little children and their dog running around, or the man who’s riding on your favorite mountain biking trails every Saturday. Maybe she is the young woman in your 6 a.m.

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Super-sized power nap

In winter weather, striped skunks curl up for power naps that can last several weeks. During these super-sized slumbers, the chubby mammals burn fat like marathon runners. Female skunks, in particular, may drop 40 percent of their weight.

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Four of the best places to visit in Missouri

Mark Twain National Forest Encompassing everything from mountains and forests to springs, streams and lakes, Mark Twain National Forest is a wonderful place that will delight nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Spread across a huge swathe of the southeast of the state, it consists of various wilderness areas and national scenic rivers. It is named

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Sandy Crawford report

With the conclusion of the second week of the 2022 legislative session, bills are already being referred to committees.  As always, I appreciate hearing the public’s input on proposed legislation. Among the measures I have filed for this legislative session are Senate Bill 654, a proposal that addresses provisions of law relating to mail-in and

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Hartzler applauds SCOTUS victory against OSHA vaccine mandates

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (R-MO.) released the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling to block enforcement of a vaccine mandate for businesses with 100 or more employees: “Today is a win for American freedom, our Constitution, and the rule of law. President Biden had no authority to mandate vaccines through the illegal OSHA overreach

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Hartzler introduces legislation to end federal vaccine mandates for employees

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (R-MO.) introduced theStop Federal Vaccine Mandates for Employees Act in response to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) vaccine mandate on private sector businesses with over 100 employees. Specifically, this legislation would amend the Occupational Safety and Health Act to prohibit OSHA from publishing any Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) that enforces

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BBB offers tips choosing a workout program within your budget

If this is your year to take control of your weight and fitness, more power to you. Most likely, you’ll need a commitment to exercise regularly. Better Business Bureau (BBB) has tips to help you determine which gym or health club is the best place to keep you on track. Make sure you’re healthy enough

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You can’t judge a book by its cover

by Cassie Downs, Christian Blogger When I published Chasing Jesus, one of the biggest decisions I made was the cover design. I wanted something that would stop people in their tracks when they walked past her in a bookstore. (And yes, she’s a her, I assure you my entire heart and soul went into writing

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Here’s why four-wheel drive won’t keep you safe on winter roads

Winter is near, and with it comes the most challenging season for driving. Snow, ice and slush make journeys treacherous during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. To make matters worse, many drivers have a false sense of security that four-wheel drive is enough to keep them safe when smooth roads turn

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