October 2022

SURVEY: Inflation, worker shortages continue to weigh on small business optimism

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JEFFERSON CITY– NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index rose 0.3 points in September to 92.1, making the ninth consecutive month below the 48-year average of 98. Thirty percent of owners reported that inflation was their single most important problem in operating their business. Click here to read the full report.   “Inflation and worker shortages continue to […]

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The Illusionists – Magic Of The Holidays will bring the most incredible talents to St. Louis at The Fabulous Fox Theatre

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. – It’s the most magical time of the year… ‘Tis the season for The Illusionists – Magic Of The Holidays (www.theillusionistslive.com), an all-new installment of the world-famous, blockbuster touring magic spectacular The Illusionists, from Producers Simon Painter, Cirque du Soleil and MagicSpace Entertainment. The new U.S. tour based off the smash-hit Broadway

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Treasurer Fitzpatrick Recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month 

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick today recognized October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).   “Individuals with disabilities make important contributions to Missouri’s workforce and I am proud to recognize these contributions during National Disability Employment Awareness Month,” Treasurer Fitzpatrick said. “MO ABLE allows Missourians with disabilities to save money without

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Eric Bennett leaves Ste. Genevieve police chief post

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STE. GENEVIEVE— Ste. Genevieve Mayor Paul Hassler bids Police Chief Eric Bennett farewell. This photograph of Bennett with Mayor Hassler was posted on the city hall Facebook page Monday.   The photograph was accompanied by the following statement: “Best Wishes to Chief Eric Bennett as he leaves Ste. Genevieve for new challenges.  Thank you for

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FFA State President visits Christ Our Savior Lutheran High School

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EVANSVILLE, Ill. – Rachel Hood, FFA State President and three section 22 officers: Blake Twenhafel, Lauren Wolter and Cole Bruggeman came to Christ Our Savior for FFA chapter visits.   The officers did activities with the FFA members.   They did team building and helped students to understand that everyone has a different perspective. When

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Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland celebrates International Day of the Girl by honoring Perryville’s Megan Buchheit of the 2022 Gold Award Class

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Perryville Gold Award Girl Scout Megan Buchheit has earned a national scholarship for creating lasting change for Connection Building.   Locally, Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is proud to recognize the seven members of the 2022 Girl Scout Gold Award class who made a sustainable impact, addressing causes they care about

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Governor Parson proclaims Oct. 30 as Weatherization Day in Missouri

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Governor Mike Parson signed a proclamation declaring Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, as Weatherization Day in Missouri. Weatherization Day is an opportunity to highlight the positive impact of the Department of Natural Resources’ Weatherization Assistance Program on Missouri citizens, jobs and small businesses.  Missouri’s Weatherization Assistance Program provides eligible households with home energy

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Halloween happenings at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Join the park team at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, as they host their annual Halloween Happenings event. Come dressed as your favorite movie characters, supernatural creatures or in other extravagant costumes. Games, interpretive tables, costume judging and more will fill the evening.

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