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Finding adequate childcare in rural Missouri is 'next to impossible.'
Amanda Coleman is the vice president of early childhood and family development for the Community Partnership of the Ozarks in Springfield. Nearly all of the counties in their coverage area are consider childcare deserts – essentially there’s not enough quality or licensed childcare spots for all the kids in the community.
Queen City man airlifted to Columbia after motorcycle crash on Highway U
A 27-year-old man from Queen City, Missouri, sustained serious injuries following a motorcycle accident on Highway U, five miles north of Queen City, on August 8, 2024. The incident occurred at approximately 6:00 a.m., according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The man, identified as Kane March, was driving a...
Missouri Transportation Director Steps Down
Missouri’s Department of Transportation Director is stepping down. Patrick Mckenna made the announcement as the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission met in Poplar Bluff. An official step-down date has not been released at this time, nor did he say if he was retiring, or taking a different position elsewhere....
Darren Berry re-elected to MIRMA board
Darren Berry, Vandalia city administrator, has been re-elected to the Missouri Intergovernmental Risk Management Association board for the second time. This achievement highlights his unwavering commitment to public service and his exceptional leadership skills. MIRMA provides a range of services to municipalities in Missouri, focusing on risk management and insurance...
Another huge change is coming to Walmart, this time for senior citizens
More changes are coming to Walmart but this time, it’ll be geared towards senior citizens. After closing its healthcare centers, primary care centers are making their way back to the retail chain. CenterWell, the healthcare services business of Humana Inc., recently announced plans to lease clinical space and open...
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