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Midwest area prices down 0.2% in July, up 3.5% over the year

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Midwest Region fell 0.2% in July, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index decreased 1.9%, largely due to a decline in gasoline prices. The all items less food and energy index declined 0.1% over the month, while the index […]

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Occupational Employment and Wages in Missouri – 2025

The Mountain-Plains Information Office of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has released Occupational Employment and Wages for 8 metropolitan areas in Missouri. These reports contain employment and wage data for 22 major occupational groups within these metropolitan areas. Acting Regional Commissioner Jerome Watters noted that the mean wage for all occupations in Missouri was

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Simple, protein-packed dinners and snacks start with cottage cheese

With the new school year approaching, many families are looking for ways to stay organized, especially at mealtimes. Dairy foods can make meals and snacks nutritious and satisfying. Protein-rich cottage cheese is especially versatile: It can bring together a one-pot meal in minutes or take center stage in sweet and savory snacks. Cottage cheese adds

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Asphalt to Archives–telling the Missouri Route 66 Story

The Adventures of Quinta Scott on Route 66 by AJ Medlock Regional Director of the St. Louis Research Center Thursday, August 13, 11:00 a.m.-noon (central time) Online and free; registration is required. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, St. Louis renowned photographer and author Quinta Scott traveled extensively along Route 66 capturing this iconic road and

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PSC Approves Agreement in Spire Accounting Authority Case

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) today issued an Order approving astipulation and agreement in Spire Missouri Inc.’s (Spire) accounting authority (AAO) request regarding theappropriate accounting treatment of certain costs and expenses. Signatories to the agreement include Spire, the Staff of the Commission and the Office of the Public Counsel. The

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Governor Kehoe Announces Appointment to 21st Judicial Circuit

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced a judicial appointment to the 21st Judicial Circuit. Tom Smith, of Warson Woods, was appointed as Associate Circuit Judge in the 21st Judicial Circuit. Mr. Smith currently serves as an assistant prosecuting attorney for the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. He previously served as an

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Buy Your State Fair Concert and Event Tickets Now!

Tickets to all Missouri State Fair concerts and events are on sale to the public now, while supplies last. This includes all concerts and events in the State Fair Grandstand, presented by CFM Insurance, the Governor Michael L. Parson Arena, and the Governor’s Ham Breakfast. These tickets will be available through Etix.com and by phone 1-800-514-ETIX/1-800-514-3849. Tickets are available for

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Gilster-Mary Lee donates to St. Louis Area Food Bank

Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. recently donated 25,000 pounds of food to the St. Louis Area Food Bank.   This donation included cereal, popcorn, baking items, mac & cheese, skillet meals, and more, all items that will soon be making their way to families in the community. A spokesman for the St. Louis Food Bank said, “With

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Launching the Live Life Mission

Helping Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families Improve Wellness [Jefferson City, MO] – The Department of Mental Health’s Veterans Services Program has launched the Live Life Mission, a new statewide wellness campaign created to help Missouri service members, veterans, and their families improve overall well-being through simple, realistic daily efforts. Military-connected individuals often face stress,

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