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Hartzler: Preliminary NAFTA deal with Mexico positive for Missouri farmers

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (MO-04) on Monday issued a statement following the White House’s announcement that it reached a preliminary agreement with Mexico on North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) renegotiations. “Today’s announcement of a preliminary bilateral trade agreement between the U.S. and Mexico signifies progress and improved trade relationships with a key trading partner,” said

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Pork industry interns wanted

Internship programs are a great opportunity for college students to make contacts and gain experience while still in school. One such opportunity is with the Missouri Pork Association and their internship program. The program allows students to obtain training in a real world setting to develop personal, organizational and public relations skills and experiences. A

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Missouri high schools challenged to drive safely and buckle up

Calling all Missouri high schools to compete in the 2018 “It Only Takes One” campaign for an opportunity to win prizes for your school while educating young drivers about safe driving habits and safety belt use. Sponsored by the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety and ACT Missouri, the statewide competition will run from Oct. 1

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Don’t start that home project without researching contractors

As summer comes to a close, you may be thinking of fitting in some home improvements before the seasons change. Maybe you want to add a patio or deck, make over your kitchen or renovate a spare bedroom as a guest room. While some people may feel comfortable tackling the jobs themselves, many homeowners hire

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Governor Parson announces emergency water and hay access for farmers

In response to worsening drought conditions throughout the state, Governor Parson announced the availability of water for family farms at 28 Department of Conservation areas and five Department of Natural Resources state parks. Governor Parson also announced the creation of a lottery for farmers interested in haying, free of charge, on almost 900 acres of

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Senators Should Support Kavanaugh

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (MO-04) today urged Senate Democrats to support Judge Brett Kavanaugh as the next U.S. Supreme Court Justice. “During his more than ten years serving on the D.C. Circuit Court, Brett Kavanaugh has shown his ability to respect, uphold, and interpret the Constitution fairly,” Hartzler said. “He has resisted the pressure of the

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24 tips for packing a healthy, affordable lunch

Parents often go to great lengths during the school year to be sure their children have the right equipment—pens, notebooks, clothing—to make it through the day. “Proper nutrition is also a key ingredient for school success because it fuels brain cells and gives your child the energy and nutrients he or she needs for optimal

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McCaskill-backed bill signed by President Trump

New law will expand resources for small businesses to protect against cyberattacks President Trump yesterday signed into law a bipartisan bill backed by U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill that will help Missouri small businesses protect themselves against cyberattacks by expanding resources designed to help them safeguard their digital data. “Cybersecurity has become one of those issues

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Love note from Jeff City

Greetings, My Fellow Missourians Classes are beginning in schools across Missouri as I write this report. Just last week, I sat in on a breakfast meeting with the retired teachers of Hickory County. School start dates and 4-day weeks were the main topic of discussion. All of the teachers in attendance remembered when Missouri schools

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