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Vote for Springfield area's high school Athlete of the Week for Sept. 28-Oct. 3

Vote for Springfield area's high school Athlete of the Week for Sept. 28-Oct. 3

It was another great week of high school sports action in the Springfield area. Vote now for the News-Leader's athlete of the week for Sept. 28-Oct. 3.
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Missouri education board fudges the math on funding formula | Opinion

Missouri education board fudges the math on funding formula | Opinion

A former superintendent worries for public schools now that the state board has failed to follow the funding formula laid out in Missouri law.
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Springfield, MO, Proposes Extension of Data Center Application Delay and Code Definition Amid Public Concerns

Springfield, MO, Proposes Extension of Data Center Application Delay and Code Definition Amid Public Concerns

The City of Springfield, Missouri, is taking two significant steps in its ongoing review of potential data center developments. First, the city proposes extending the current administrative delay on accepting and processing data center applications. This delay, set to expire on November 17, is intended to provide additional time for city officials to evaluate community input and develop policy options for the city council. Second, the city plans to define 'data center' within its Land Development Code. This measure aims to establish a clear and formal definition for the term, which is currently not specifically outlined in the code. These proposals follow three public engagement sessions where residents voiced concerns about electricity and water usage, utility rates, wastewater, noise, air quality, land use, public safety, and neighborhood impacts associated with data center development. City Manager David Cameron emphasized the need to thoroughly understand community feedback before proceeding, stating t...
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Greene County awards 6 organizations addiction recovery funds

Greene County awards 6 organizations addiction recovery funds

Funding from opioid settlements will help six Greene County organizations expand addiction recovery, prevention and treatment services.
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Flu shots available in MO as respiratory illness season approaches

Flu shots available in MO as respiratory illness season approaches

Have you gotten your flu shot yet? The season for respiratory illnesses is creeping up on us. See when and for whom the vaccine is recommended.
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Gibson Dunn Crutcher Appoints Gianluca Bacchiocchi as Partner in New York Office

Gibson Dunn Crutcher Appoints Gianluca Bacchiocchi as Partner in New York Office

Gibson Dunn Crutcher Appoints Gianluca Bacchiocchi as Partner in New York Office
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Marshfield Child's Death Underscores Critical Need for Gun Safety and Secure Storage

Marshfield Child's Death Underscores Critical Need for Gun Safety and Secure Storage

A tragic incident in Marshfield, Missouri, where a 5-year-old girl died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound involving her father's unsecured firearm, has brought renewed attention to the critical importance of gun safety and proper storage. Marshfield police reported that the firearm was improperly stored and unsecured. Experts, including Marlon Graves with the Community Partnership of the Ozarks Gun Safety and Violence Reduction Initiative, emphasize that parents should not underestimate a child's understanding and curiosity regarding firearms. A national study reveals that 6.7 million children live in homes where at least one gun is stored loaded and unlocked. Graves advises gun owners to consider everyone in the home, including visitors, when deciding on storage methods. Recommendations include using a gun lock and securing the firearm in a locked container, ensuring the chamber is open and the firearm is unloaded before storage.
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Time, channel announced for Texas A&M vs. Missouri in Week 6

Time, channel announced for Texas A&M vs. Missouri in Week 6

Texas A&M will face Missouri at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 10, which will air on ABC.
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St. Louis County Library Program Fosters Early Childhood Literacy

St. Louis County Library Program Fosters Early Childhood Literacy

The St. Louis County Library in Missouri is successfully running a program called '1,000 Books Before Kindergarten,' designed to encourage early childhood literacy. The program promotes reading among caregivers and children, allowing families to track each book read and offering prizes as milestones are reached. Malachi Henderson, a six-year-old from St. Louis, recently completed the program, having read 1,000 books before starting kindergarten. His mother, Angel Dallas, emphasized the importance of reading as a foundational skill for all other subjects. Studies indicate that third graders not reading at grade level are significantly more likely to drop out of high school, highlighting the critical role of early literacy in long-term academic and life success. Hundreds of libraries nationwide participate in similar programs.
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Heavy rain disrupts harvest in US Corn Belt, drier weather expected

Heavy rain disrupts harvest in US Corn Belt, drier weather expected

Heavy rainfall, influenced by the remnants of Hurricane Polo, has disrupted corn and soybean harvest activities across parts of the US Midwest. States such as Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Iowa, and Illinois have experienced significant rainfall, leading to flood warnings and advisories in several areas. In Indiana and Ohio, fieldwork has been delayed due to surplus soil moisture, with only 1-2.6 days suitable for fieldwork in the past week. However, meteorologists predict a shift to a drier weather pattern across the Corn Belt by October 5, which should allow farmers to resume harvesting activities.
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Sylvie Dee's Expands with Third Location in Clayton, Introduces In-House Pastry Program

Sylvie Dee's Expands with Third Location in Clayton, Introduces In-House Pastry Program

Sylvie Dee's Expands with Third Location in Clayton, Introduces In-House Pastry Program
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Understanding Sunrise and Sunset Times in Kansas City

Understanding Sunrise and Sunset Times in Kansas City

Learn how sunrise and sunset times change throughout the year in Kansas City, Missouri, and discover how these variations can impact daily life and activities.