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Kansas regulators let Evergy hike rates to fund new natural gas and solar plants
KCUR - Missouri
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July 9, 2025
The Kansas Corporation Commission gave Evergy the go-ahead to build two natural gas plants and a new solar plant, over the objections of multiple parties. Evergy Kansas Central customers will see bills increase about 8.6% to build the new plants,...
15 S&T faculty members receive tenure, promotions
Missouri S&T News
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July 1, 2025
Fifteen faculty members at Missouri S&T received promotions and/or tenure, effective Sept. 1. Those faculty members are: Dr. Lana Alagha, promoted to professor of mining engineering Julia Alexander, promoted to associate teaching professor of...
Take-A-Stand sets $1 million goal for 30th anniversary
Phelps County Focus - Missouri
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Phelps County Bank and the Phelps County Child Advocacy Network are marking the 30th anniversary of Take-A-Stand this Friday and Saturday by aiming to surpass the $1 million milestone in the campaign’s cumulative total. The annual lemonade-infused...
In Brief: Week of 7/10/2025
Ventura County Reporter - California
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Ventura Harbor to charge for parking Ventura Port District officials announced the upcoming start of a paid parking program in a July 1 message posted on the Ventura Harbor Village website, venturaharborvillage.com. Officials expect new parking...
Guided Bison Saunter July 12 at Prairie State Park
Newstalk KZRG - Missouri
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July 1, 2025
Home/Latest News/Guided Bison Saunter July 12 at Prairie State Park Missouri state parks and historic sites have many activities planned throughout the lake area. Saturday, July 12, at 10 a.m. – Guided Bison Saunter at Prairie State Park. Summer...
MLB Insider 'Would Be Surprised' If Athletics Don't Trade Starting Pitcher
Newsweek
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July 1, 2025
By Hunter Mulholland is a Newsweek contributor based in St. Louis, Missouri. His focus is MLB Content. Hunter has been with Newsweek since April 2025 and previously worked at Fansided and STL Sports Central. He is a graduate of Westminster College...
Rock the Bluffs fireworks return to Chamberlain July 4 with safety, fundraising in focus
Mitchell Daily Republic - South Dakota
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July 1, 2025
CHAMBERLAIN, S.D. — Crews will again launch the Rock the Bluffs fireworks show from the causeway bridge between Chamberlain and Oacoma on July 4, continuing a multi-year setup designed for wide visibility and safe viewing on both sides of the...
Illinois Fireworks Laws: What's Legal, What's Not
Patch
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June 30, 2025
ILLINOIS — While revelers in our neighboring states — Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Kentucky and Iowa — are legally allowed to purchase fireworks, Illinois is one of just three states to ban most fireworks. Some exceptions — novelties including...
Nearly 100 Springfield projects have benefited from the Federal Historic Tax Credit since 2001
KSMU - Missouri
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July 1, 2025
The Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program is nearly 50-years-old. And, since its creation in 1976, it’s been used for many historic building renovations in the United States, including some in southwest Missouri. K The program,...
Hoot-owl fishing restrictions start Thursday for southwest Montana rivers
KPVI - Idaho
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Hoot-owl fishing restrictions will go into effect 2 p.m. Thursday on portions of five rivers in southwest and central Montana because of warm water temperatures and low flows. The restrictions mean anglers will have to stop fishing between 2 p.m....
Today In Culture, Thursday, July 10, 2025: The Fly Honey Finale | Crust Fund’s Caviar Pizza | How to Donate Art
Newcity - Illinois
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July 10, 2025
Get Chicago & Great Lakes culture news sent to your inbox every weekday morning. Subscribe to Newcity Today here. ART The Dos And Don’ts Of Donating Art To Museums “One of the biggest mistakes that a collector can make when deciding to donate art...
Mortgages and loans to pay for home renovations
Yahoo Finance
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Whatever your motivation, keep a sense of the home’s worth in mind. “I would only recommend taking out a renovation loan if the costs of the renovation are still well below the current value of the home,” says Gregg Harris, president of LenderCity...
'High' legionella levels in Osawatomie State Hospital water from May 2025
KSHB - Missouri
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July 1, 2025
KSHB 41 reporter Ryan Gamboa covers Miami County in Kansas and Cass County in Missouri. He also covers agricultural topics. Share your story idea with Ryan. — The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services has not responded to KSHB 41's...
Houston’s new economic developer is passionate about the job
Houston Herald - Missouri
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July 1, 2025
To say the least, the man now in charge of improving Houston’s economic environment is passionate about being the city’s new director of economic development. Travis Witzemann began working in the position June 9. “I’ve hit the ground running,”...
MDC looking for volunteers for Mo. Stream Team Program
KFVS - Missouri
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June 30, 2025
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - The Missouri Department of Conservation is looking for volunteers to join the Missouri Stream Team Program. “Whether you’re passionate about environmental science, outdoor recreation, or community service, becoming a...
It Was a Notorious—and Bloody—Incident That Stunned America in 2011. I Saw for Myself That It’s Not Over.
Slate Magazine
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July 8, 2025
Pulling into the parking lot of a hotel in Norfolk, Nebraska, I noticed a small crowd of people, in regular clothes, jogging across the lawn. Soon, it became clear: They were chasing a llama. A mob formed, made up of three police officers and many...
Nebraska Hardy
Nebraska Life
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As Harlan Hamernik grew the Liatris wildflower seed at Bluebird Nursery in Clarkson, a farmer plowed the prairie where the original plants had grown. A customer had dropped the perennial seed off with Harlan after collecting it from the tall...
State Representative Lisa Durnell Capitol Report
Howell County News - Missouri
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July 8, 2025
Dear Constituents, I want to start by saying that it has been great to be back in the district following the end of Governor Kehoe’s Special Session earlier this month. To keep this report as short and sweet as possible, I want to inform our...
Kehoe signs 2026 budget, vetoes millions for projects and programs in Kansas City metro
KCTV 5 - Missouri
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July 1, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe announced that he signed the state’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget on Monday, claiming he delivered on his promise with what he described as a reasonable, conservative budget. The signing came with...
RI Veterans: Did you know? 10.07.25 (Resources, Benefits and Local Events) – John A. Cianci
RI News Today - Rhode Island
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July 10, 2025
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Governor Signs Bill That Waives Registration and Transfer Fees for Bronze Star Medal License Plate On June 13, 2025, Governor Dan McKee signs a bill ( S0076A) into law. The bill removes the...