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Swimming season has officially kicked off, and with temperatures finally heating up a bit, a dip in the pool sounds extra refreshing. If you’re considering adding a backyard pool to your list of summer projects, research contractors carefully before taking the plunge. Investing in a pool is a big decision, but with proper maintenance, a

‘Get Your Kicks on Main Street’ Missouri’s Premier Downtown Revitalization Conference Captivating storytelling and cultivating vibrant shopping and entertainment destinations will serve as the primary focus for the upcoming Missouri’s Premier Downtown Revitalization Conference, a gathering of over 350 community, Main Street, city, and county leaders, economic developers, entrepreneurs, and small business owners from communities

The Missouri General Assembly returned to Jefferson City for an extraordinary session this summer to address several high-priority issues—including keeping the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in Missouri, delivering disaster relief to impacted communities, and making key investments in housing and public health. At the center of the session was the passage of the Show-Me

by: Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) What’s Going on in Washington– This week, House Republicans passed what’s known as a rescissions package. That’s beltway speak for clawing back taxpayer funding that was previously approved by Congress. We are saving taxpayers $9.4 billion by rescinding wasteful spending that was identified by DOGE. There are two main areas

This June, Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, is a good time for older adults and their loved ones to take extra safeguards against scams and fraud. Older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia may be more susceptible to scams. Scam awareness is a complex mental task, and it’s harder for those who have a condition that

Codefi today announced that its Innovate SOMO Funds has secured more than $2 million in commitments, surpassing the halfway point toward its $4 million fundraising goal. The milestone was achieved through a significant $1.5 million commitment from a group of Cape Girardeau-area private investors, representing one of the largest regional venture capital commitments in southern

by Amy Blouin, President & CEO, Missouri Budget Project June 13, 2025 — Medicaid means health insurance for rural Missourians. Rural hospitals and health clinics rely on Medicaid payments to keep their doors open. But Congress is now rushing through a tax package that would eliminate Medicaid coverage for tens of thousands of rural Missourians

Missouri ranks 27th among states in child well-being, according to the 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book, a 50-state report of recent indicators developed by the Annie E. Casey Foundation analyzing how kids are faring in post-pandemic America. The data show Missouri leaders must continue to invest in the state’s youngest residents. The economic well-being of

Summer is prime time for sporting events, concerts, theatre and more. But how can you make sure the tickets you’re buying for all these fun events are legit? Buying online is the easiest way for many people to get tickets to their favorite team’s game or favorite artist’s concert. If you can, it’s a good

by Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center There’s always the same 24 hours in a day, but somehow when we hit spring, it can seem like we get some extra time. With more daylight and warmer weather, the days can just feel like they’re expanding. And with that shift can come a boost in