JACKSON, Mo. – Brown marmorated stink bugs are a stinking pest that move inside to houses and other buildings, seeking shelter from cooler weather, says University of Missouri Extension agronomist Anthony Ohmes. Photo by Susan Ellis, Bugwood.org Brown marmorated stink bugs (BMSB) are native to Asia. They are notorious hitchhikers and were accidentally introduced into the […]
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (October 14, 2026) — State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick has given the Office of State Treasurer (STO) a “good” rating in a new audit report that also recommends the office work with the General Assembly to ensure all investment interest income is handled in accordance with state law. The report recommends the STO
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Every great story has people behind it who make the difference. This month, United Way ofSoutheast Missouri invites the public to walk the red carpet and celebrate the volunteers, partners,and donors who have helped make their work possible at a special movie premiere honoring theirimpact. On October 29th from 11:30am to 12:30pm, United Way of
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PERRYVILLE, Mo. — From helping prepare the next generation of IT professionals to showcasing the skilled trades, Ranken Technical College is putting technical education in the spotlight in Perryville on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Ranken will host two events that highlight its commitment to local students, industry partnerships and career opportunities: an equipment donation to the
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — When markets move, costs change or land values shift, agricultural lenders need context to understand what comes next and how those changes could affect their agricultural clientele. University of Missouri Extension’s 2026 Agricultural Lenders Seminar series is designed to strengthen that knowledge and help lenders make informed decisions. The seminar series will
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO, Oct. 14, 2026 – The Missouri Office of Administration’s Information Technology Services Division (OA-ITSD), in partnership with three state agencies, announced today the launch of the Show Me Your Age application, a streamlined digital tool designed to help businesses and regulatory bodies enforce legal age limits for regulated products. The application, also
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On Friday, October 23rd, from 6 to 9 pm, eight art spaces in downtown Ste Genevieve invite the public to come walk through town and view the wide array of local art in a relaxed, open-house atmosphere. Five Art Spaces will be open in the 100 block on North Main Street. At Music, Art, Love; there will
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Brett Bollmann, CEO at Memorial Hospital named Apryl Bradshaw Employee of the Quarter for the ThirdQuarter 2026 on October 6, 2026. Apryl Bradshaw and Brett Bollmann, CEO Apryl Bradshaw, Administrative Assistant at Memorial Hospital, has been employed at Memorial for 20years. When asked what she likes most about working at Memorial, she replied, “The teamwork.
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STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. – Many people enjoy searching for wild mushrooms but struggle to find them or worry about properly identifying edible species. Grow Your Own Oyster Mushrooms workshop offers a safe and rewarding alternative by teaching participants how to grow oyster mushrooms at home. Presented by Katie Kammler, University of Missouri Extension Horticulture Specialist,
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ST. LOUIS (Oct. 14, 2026) – Ameren has reinforced its commitment to strong community partnerships with $10 million in additional funding to replenish programs that help eligible customers manage their energy bills. “At Ameren, we know our strength is tied to the strength of the communities we serve,” said Gwen Mizell, Ameren senior vice president and
