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Hedrick Medical Center to move COVID-19 testing site

Views: 0Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe will move its COVID-19 drive through testing site to a new location to accommodate anticipated winter weather. \ The site at the former Washington Street Food and Drink of Chillicothe will close the afternoon of November 12th at 2 o’clock. Testing at the American Legion Building at 1400 Washington […]

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Missouri Attorney General launches new initiative to combat human trafficking in illicit massage businesses

Views: 0Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt announced earlier today a new, first of its kind initiative to combat instances of human trafficking by targeting illicit massage businesses across the state. The Hope Initiative targets illicit massage businesses that may be engaging in human trafficking and advertising on illicit websites while posing as a legitimate business. The […]

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Big rig crashes on I-35 north of Winston exit

Views: 0An Illinois resident was hurt when the tractor-trailer unit he was operating overturned on Interstate 35 north of the Winston exit. Sixty-three-year-old Randy Hammond of Christopher, Illinois was taken to Cameron Regional Medical Center with minor injuries. The accident happened Saturday afternoon two miles north of the Winston exit on interstate 35 as the […]

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“Public Information Open House” to be held in Milan regarding updates to impact statements for East Locust Creek Reservoir

Views: 0What’s called a “Public Information Open House” is scheduled next month in Milan regarding updates to the environmental impact statement for the East Locust Creek Reservoir in Sullivan County. A draft of the environmental statement includes the construction of a multipurpose reservoir in Sullivan County to be a water source and offer recreational opportunities. […]

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Missouri’s governor releases $133 million in funding; says he’d pardon the McCloskeys

Views: 0Missouri’s governor has announced that he is releasing about $133 million in funding that was previously withheld, saying the state’s unemployment rate has improved and state revenues outpaced expectations. Governor Mike Parson (R) made the announcement Wednesday afternoon in Jefferson City while addressing Capitol reporters. He’s releasing $95 million in CARES Act funding and $40 […]

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Missouri Department of Conservation changes November 14-15 mandatory CWD sampling to voluntary

Views: 0The Missouri Department of Conservation announces it has changed its mandatory sampling requirements for chronic wasting disease to voluntary sampling in 30 counties during the opening weekend of this year’s November firearms portion of deer season. The change was prompted by ongoing cases and public-health concerns in Missouri regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The change […]

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Governor Parson orders review of COVID-19 procedures within Missouri Veterans Homes

Views: 0Following recent developments in Missouri Veterans Homes, Governor Mike Parson has ordered an external review of all seven Missouri Veterans Homes and their COVID-19 operations.  Data presented yesterday in a briefing with the Governor raised concerns regarding how well Missouri Veterans Homes are uniformly and systematically operating to prevent and, if necessary, contain COVID-19 […]

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Governor Parson declares September 30 “State Employee Appreciation Day”

Views: 0Governor Mike Parson signed a proclamation declaring September 30, 2020, State Employee Appreciation Day to honor state of Missouri employees. “Our state team members work tirelessly each and every day for the people of this state. Since COVID-19, they have stepped up to continue providing critical services to Missourians and ensure business does not stop,” Governor Parson said. “We […]