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Missourians unaware of dual eligible special needs plans for healthcare savings
Dual Special Needs Plans such as Medicare Advantage in Missouri offer low costs with minimal co-pays and deductibles. In Missouri and across the …
MO summit tackles rising child food insecurity as benefits expire
As COVID-era benefits near expiration, a recent Child Wellness Summit brought together nonprofits to tackle urgent child well-being and food-…
MO gears up for participation in kids' summer food program
Missouri is planning ahead to make sure kids from lower-income families have enough to eat this summer. The state has opted into a federal food …
A California regulation with big Midwest consequences
Family farm advocates in Missouri are concerned a regulation on the other side of the country could have unintended effects on rural Missourians…
Livestock manure makes 'big stink' for MO family farmers
Congress passed a one-year extension of the current Farm Bill, which means the debate over a new bill will continue well into 2024. Advocacy groups …
Land-access keeping young farmers from leading climate action
Young farmers in Missouri hope the new farm bill will include key benefits regarding land access so they can continue to pursue farming passionately…
Black Friday, holiday shopping focuses on American-made products
While you're out to find Black Friday and holiday shopping deals today, many "Made in America" items may be on your preferred list. A new poll by …
MO family farmers: Inflation Reduction Act funds not for factory farms
Advocates for Missouri's small family farms have taken to the U.S. Capitol today, to talk with lawmakers about what could be done in the next Farm …
MO's 3 biggest energy utilities earn Ds, Fs in Dirty Truth report on clean energy
The three major energy utilities in Missouri have received poor marks in the Sierra Club's recent Dirty Truth report, indicating a lack of progress …
Fraud takes highest financial, mental-health tolls on older adults
Scams and fraud have long-lasting effects on a person's mental well-being, but the latest research found the emotional toll is particularly high on …
MO loses $1.35 billion annually due to child care issues
Among Missouri parents surveyed, 30% reported they have limited their working hours or stopped altogether because of unreliable child care. The …
Missouri community healthcare centers face 340B uncertainty
While large hospitals and pharmaceutical manufacturers battle over drug costs, Missouri community health centers see themselves as collateral damage…