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It can be a little hard to believe it’s back-to-school season already. And while there are still some long, relaxed days of summer ahead, it’s also that time when families begin to plan for the …
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By Dr. Graham A. Colditz, Siteman Cancer Center
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8/11/26
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In May, I wrote about longevity, not just the kind measured in years, but the kind that matters to our families, farms, livelihoods and future. I wrote about the importance of taking care of …
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By Garrett Hawkins, President of MOFB
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6/16/26
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Most of us have been touched by cancer in some way. Maybe we have friends or family who’ve been diagnosed, or maybe you’re one of the 18 million people in the U.S. living as a cancer survivor.
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By Dr. Graham A. Colditz, Siteman Cancer Center
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6/9/26
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Here is the latest from the House of Representatives in Jefferson City.
Comprehensive Public Safety Legislation Delivered to Governor
The General Assembly has passed a sweeping public …
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By John Hewkin
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5/19/26
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Most of us don’t think too much about the liver. And that’s normal. Hearts and lungs seem to get many more health headlines and social media posts. But like all organs, the liver quietly does …
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By Dr. Graham A. Colditz, Siteman Cancer Center
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5/12/26
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With Spring Training right around the corner, I have renewed hope that spring is not far away. It has been extremely busy here in Jefferson City and I feel we are working on some good legislation. …
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By John Hewkin, Representatives 120 District
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2/18/26
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It has been very busy the first two weeks here in Jefferson City. Where last year it slowly ramped up, this year the pedal has been to the floor since we started. Shout out to Dent County with them …
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By John Hewkin
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1/28/26
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It is amazing and frustrating to hear some people's opinions which lack common sense. Take for example, those people in New York who are surprised that Mamdani is trying to implement that idea that …
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1/21/26
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We face a new year with the likelihood that the same divisive and hate-filled words and actions will intrude and dominate much of the public square. Some political leaders observing and adopting …
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By Janice Ellis
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1/7/26
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Heading into a new year, it feels like a great time to mix things up. So, after several years interviewing leaders in health and medicine to get their insight for this column, I thought it seemed …
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By Dr. Graham A. Colditz, Siteman Cancer Center
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1/6/26
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Every August, my brother, sister and I couldn’t wait for the Christmas catalogs to arrive in the mail. I still remember the thrill of seeing the latest toys and using sheets of lined notebook paper …
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By Garrett Hawkins
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12/17/25
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There ain't nothing better than a good dog. For me, that dog was Tuffy. He might've been a mutt, but the majority of his breed was "best friend."
Tuffy could round up cattle, chase off snakes …
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By Caleb Jones
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12/10/25
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Good Friday morning. It is a cool 35 degrees here in downtown Sligo this morning. There is frost on the pumpkin, and we are expecting some rain tomorrow.
Thanksgiving Day we picked up some …
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By Jenny Waites
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12/2/25
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