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BBB: scammers give “love” a bad name

Success stories in ads for online dating services can make it sound like true love is just a click away. However, consumers must be aware of the limitations, costs and terms of the services as well as the potential for fraud if your match turns out to be a thief. “While some consumers have found

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Biden kicks off administration with job-destroying energy moves

U.S. Senator Roy Blunt Affordable energy is important for our entire country, but it’s especially important where we live – for families, farmers, manufacturers, and small business owners. Unfortunately, President Biden has started his administration off with a rush to reinstate some of the worst Obama-era energy policies. These are policies that will destroy jobs,

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Parson signs HB 16

  Governor Mike Parson signed HB 16 into law, which provides more than $324 million in funding for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) on Feb 11. “HB 16 will provide much needed assistance to tenants and landlords across the state. COVID-19’s economic impacts have created hard times for many Missourians, and we are happy

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Sandy Crawford Capitol report

The 2021 legislative session is moving quickly. The Legislature continues to review multiple measures in committee and one proposal is already on the governor’s desk for his consideration. Among the priorities for a growing number of lawmakers is commonly known as “Wayfair.” Simply put, local, brick and mortar stores are feeling the pinch of people

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Brains, Bladders and The Body Of Christ

by Cassie Downs, Christian Blogger If you had walked into the gymnasium that afternoon, you may have wondered what horrific crime had taken place. There were the bodies of an entire fourth grade class outlined all over the gym floor. But this was no crime scene, it was our big science project, and it thrilled

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BBB: Valentine’s Day scams could lead to heart break

According to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey, Valentine’s Day spending this year is expected to top $21 billion. Special dinners, jewelry and flowers all account for large percentages of the spending. Around this time, offers and coupons for last-minute Valentine’s Day shopping might be cropping up in your email inbox or web browser. While

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Sandy Crawford Capitol report

This week, the Missouri Senate debated the first major piece of legislation for this legislative session. The Missouri Senate spent approximately 15 hours on Tuesday going through Senate Bill 51 and 42, which is known as the COVID liability bill. The goal is to make sure our small businesses, and those on the front lines

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State Representative Jim Kalberloh 125th District

Greetings Citizens of the 125th District, First month has been interesting, eye-opening and an honor to participate in this process.  I’ve enjoyed meeting so many of my new colleagues from all across the state and everyone unique in their own way, but all here to do what is best for the citizens of Missouri.  The

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BBB watch out for fake free Netflix “deal”

Video streaming services like Netflix have become essential for countless people stuck at home, whether because of the COVID-19 pandemic or the winter’s cold. Under such circumstances, an offer of free Netflix for a year might seem like a lifeline too good to ignore. Be wary of such a “deal,” as it is one of

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