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HAPPY NEW DUCK STAMP – The 2018-19 Duck Stamps go on sale Friday, they’re valid from July 1 to next June 30. Beautiful artwork, and the sales go to protecting #wetlands–almost six million acres so far. https://bit.ly/1qoNpHF.

Ticks Taking some simple precautions can help keep ticks off your body during your next outdoor adventure! • Apply insect repellent containing 20-50% DEET (as directed on the label) to your clothing and footwear • Wear light-colored clothing and consider tucking your pants into your socks • Walk in the center of trails to avoid

When any state conservation agency anywhere starts setting up regulations that can’t be enforced and make no sense whatsoever, they begin to lose credibility with country people. The rule the Missouri Department wants everyone to follow now is the elimination of feeders and mineral blocks, thinking they are doing something to keep the dreaded deer

by Jessica Gresko The Associated Press The Supreme Court says states can force online shoppers to pay sales tax. The 5-4 ruling Thursday is a win for states, who said they were losing out on billions of dollars annually under two decades-old Supreme Court decisions that impacted online sales tax collection. The high court ruled

Deflation and an uncertain job market occurs when there is too little customer demand for goods and services, too much global competition to produce goods and services, and too much capacity for companies to cut prices to move inventory. Most economists believe that low interest rates, lower oil costs, and tax cuts should prevent a

There are days that the responsibilities for running a small business or meeting the demands of your employer can seem overwhelming. As a result, the delicate balancing act of allocating time to work can result in too little time for family, personal interests and self care. In fact, some jobs work against the employee with

Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) announces the appointment of gastroenterologist, Ryan E. Denney, D.O., to the CMH medical staff. Dr. Denney will begin his practice with CMH Gastroenterology Clinic, Bolivar, on Aug. 1, 2018. Dr. Denney is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. He is a graduate of Kansas

Simple gadgets that can help older drivers Dear Savvy Senior Are there any specific auto gadgets you can recommend that can help senior drivers? Both of my parents are in there eighties and still pretty good drivers, but due to arthritis and age they’re very stiff, which causes them some driving problems. Researching Daughter Dear

Nursing homes hoping to provide the best care to their residents need to budget for hiring advance practice registered nurses (APRNs) to work full time. Continued research from a team of nursing experts at the University of Missouri has resulted in significant evidence that APRNs have a positive effect on improving outcomes for nursing home

The treasured rose plant’s elegant flowers hold a special place in the hearts and minds of people everywhere, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. Roses’ beauty peaks in June at Missouri’s latitude, bringing mid-year gardening joy, he says. Cultivation of roses likely began in Asia about 5,000 years ago, Trinklein says, and they