By Linda Geist COLUMBIA, Mo. – No. It’s a tiny word that can make a big difference, says University of Missouri Extension assistant professor Karen Funkenbusch. Yes. It’s another little word, one that causes stress, burnout and exhaustion. Learn when to say “no” and when to say “yes,” says Funkenbusch. […]
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – As Winter Weather Preparedness Week begins across Missouri, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is reminding consumers to prepare their homes and to stay alert for scams that often spike when the temperatures drop. “Winter brings more than snow and ice; it brings scammers looking for an easy target,” said Attorney General Hanaway. “Whether it’s
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – According to a new report released last week by State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, a change in Missouri law meant to ensure taxpayers have an increased opportunity to recover sales and use tax overpayments has instead resulted in a significant increase in the number of overpayments being held by the state while
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SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Director James Jennings today announced additional funding for two energy efficiency grant opportunities. The Energy Efficiency Assessment (EEA) Program has $350,000 in funding available for recipients to conduct energy efficiency assessments at properties serving residents receiving housing assistance from a state or federal program. The Energy Efficiency Trust
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Governor Mike Kehoe has signed a proclamation declaring Nov. 2-8, 2025, as Water and Wastewater Professionals Week in Missouri. The Governor’s proclamation recognizes the vital work that water and wastewater professionals do to keep Missourians healthy and our communities strong. The proclamation highlights the important contributions made by water and wastewater professionals
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SPRINGFIELD, IL — The Illinois General Assembly passed legislation extending Illinois’ SALT (State and Local Taxes) Workaround during its fall Veto Session. The workaround permits Illinois pass-through businesses (S-CORPS and partnerships) to deduct state taxes from their federal tax returns. “Small businesses were relieved when the General Assembly voted to extend the SALT
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By PETER HANCOCKCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois House rejected a bill Thursday that would have given the state Department of Insurance authority to regulate homeowners’ insurance rates. Gov. JB Pritzker had called for the legislation in July after State Farm Insurance announced it was raising rates for property and casualty insurance in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – The Illinois State Fire Marshal’s Office has announced that fire departments across the state are beginning the transition to the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS)—a secure, cloud-based platform built to modernize how emergency incidents are reported and analyzed. Departments across the country are onboarding to NERIS as part of a phased
SEDALIA – The Missouri State Fair and the Youth in Agriculture Committee are accepting applications for Youth in Agriculture scholarships for Missouri high school seniors graduating in 2026. The application form can be found on the Fair’s website. Applications should be submitted to the Missouri State Fair and must be postmarked by January 15, 2026.
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JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol has released its latest report of arrests. Among them: 18-year-old Gary W. Sterling of Ste Genevieve at 4:57 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3 in Ste. Genevieve County on a Perry County felony warrant for leaving the scene of a traffic crash. He was being held in
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