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The crawdad, or crayfish, is an unusual creature, always looking back where he has been, and going where his isn’t looking. Quite often where he has been appears quite safe and there looms a …
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By Larry Dablemont, Contributing Columnist
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8/12/26
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Spring Health reports that grief in the workplace affects mental health, impacting focus and performance, highlighting the need for HR support and clear policies.
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Hayden Goethe for Spring Health
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8/12/26
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For area pedal-tractor pullers, Friday, July 31 marked the last chance they had in the area to qualify for the upcoming Missouri State Pedal Pull Championships scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 23 during …
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By Will Johnson, Sports Editor
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8/12/26
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Owensville High School (OHS) officials are putting together plans for an alumni night on Friday, Aug. 28 to recognize OHS Dutchmen and Dutchgirl student-athletes that have participated in either …
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By Will Johnson, Sports Editor
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8/12/26
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John W. Gooch of Gerald has been charged with receipt of child pornography, a felony, in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (St. Louis).
The charges stem from a raid by the …
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By Linda Trest, Staff Writer
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8/12/26
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Bella Cobb, daughter of Sam and Jamie Cobb of Owensville, frequented the livestock cattle barn at the Gasconade County Fair in July with her steer Stormy.
“I put in lots of work every morning …
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By Roxie Murphy, Assistant Editor
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8/12/26
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Chadwick A. Hopkins of Owensville was charged with felonies possession of a controlled substance and unlawful possession of a weapon following an Aug. 7 drug-related search warrant execution in the …
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By Christine Yearwood, Republican Staff Writer
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8/12/26
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I am a member of an exclusive group of humans. Though small in number-only 15% of the world’s population are members — we have infiltrated every arena of life and learned to adapt to the …
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By Robin Garrison Leach
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8/12/26
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T he term “big tent” to describe the Democrat Party has been around for as long as I can remember, but it gained significant traction in the 1980s and 1990s. Political analysts and party leaders, …
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By Dennis Warden, Publisher
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8/12/26
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JEFFERSON CITY - NFIB’s July Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index rose after four consecutive months of decline, registering 102.1 in July after measuring 100.2 in June. The …
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8/12/26
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HERMANN – Citizen complaints about public nuisances such s tall grass and derelict vehicles are prompting the Hermann Board of Aldermen to take a closer look at the city’s code for handling such …
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By Buck Collier, Special Correspondent
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8/12/26
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Floodlight reports that new updates in ChatGPT Ads enhance tracking and targeting, making it viable for small businesses to invest in advertising effectively.
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Alexandra O’Neil for Floodlight
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8/12/26
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ERGO NEXT reports that 82% of new small businesses have insurance, yet 73% remain underinsured, often due to cost, confusion, and compliance issues.
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Matt Crawford for ERGO NEXT
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8/12/26
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Gasconade County R-2 School District ended the 2025-26 fiscal year on June 30 with a 47 percent unrestricted fund balance, which will decrease quickly in the 2026-27 school year.
While the …
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By Roxie Murphy, Assistant Editor
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8/12/26
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GASCONADE COUNTY — Gasconade County voters gathered at the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 4, to select party nominees for county, state and federal offices while deciding the future of four proposed …
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By Edward Gehlert, Staff Writer
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8/12/26
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Sleeping.com reports that despite recognizing the importance of sleep, only 23% seek professional help for sleep issues, leading to untreated disorders.
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Liz Hamilton for Sleeping.com
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8/12/26
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Spot Pet Insurance reports that America's growing pet ownership has led to creative and elaborate naming trends, reflecting deep emotional connections with pets.
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Kaitlyn Fuerst for Spot Pet Insurance
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8/12/26
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LifeStance Health reports that pickleball, America's fastest-growing sport, helps combat loneliness in older adults by fostering social connections and enhancing mental well-being.
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Angela Caiazza, MS, LMFT for LifeStance Health
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8/12/26
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