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Boone County sees increase in number of lawyers in good standing in September than August

By F. G. Mayes | Oct 23, 2025

The number of lawyers in good standing working in cities in Boone County in September increased compared to August, according to the Missouri Bar Associations.

Senator Schmitt discusses Ukraine conflict resolution efforts and criticizes Democrats over government shutdown

By C. D. Waller | Oct 23, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) appeared on Fox Business’ Varney & Co to discuss President Trump’s approach to ending the war in Ukraine and criticized Democrats for what he described as a partisan government shutdown.

Mizzou Arena announces new courtside seating plan for 2025-26 basketball seasons

By S. R. Mabry | Oct 23, 2025

Mizzou Arena will introduce a new courtside seating arrangement for the 2025-26 men's and women's basketball seasons, following approval from SEC Athletics Directors to allow schools to expand courtside seating.

Missouri Tigers women's tennis announces challenging schedule for spring season

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 23, 2025

Mizzou tennis has announced its 2025-26 spring schedule, featuring 10 home matches and a total of 16 contests against Southeastern Conference (SEC) opponents.

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Audrain County as of Q3 2025?

By K. E. Ramirez | Oct 22, 2025

Cities within Audrain County recorded 24 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of the third quarter of 2025.

Senator Eric Schmitt announces subcommittee hearing on political violence and free speech

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 22, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt posted on October 22, 2025, about political violence and upcoming Senate hearings.

Unchanged number of lawyers in good standing among cities in Randolph County in Q3 than previous quarter

By E. I. Petty | Oct 22, 2025

The number of lawyers in good standing working in cities within Randolph County in the third quarter of 2025 remained the same compared to the previous quarter.

Senator Eric Schmitt criticizes Democrats over government shutdown and comments on Charlie Kirk's death

By B. A. Erwin | Oct 22, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt posted multiple statements on October 22, 2025 addressing a visit with Donald Trump, criticism of Democrats during a government shutdown, and reactions to Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

FOIA request sent to University of Missouri - Columbia regarding board member information on October 22, 2025

By S. R. Mabry | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to University of Missouri - Columbia regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

MU Health Care and Mizzou School of Medicine recognized for mental health support

By S. R. Mabry | Oct 22, 2025

University of Missouri Health Care and the Mizzou School of Medicine have been named a 2025 Wellbeing First Champion by ALL IN: Wellbeing First for Healthcare.

Brumfield and Roso advance to ITA Central Regional singles main draw round of 32

By B. A. Erwin | Oct 22, 2025

Mizzou tennis completed the second day of the ITA Central Regional Championship on October 17, with two players advancing to the singles main draw round of 32.

Cities in Randolph County had 30 lawyers in good standing as of September

By K. E. Ramirez | Oct 22, 2025

Cities in Randolph County recorded 30 lawyers in good standing as of September.

Q3 sees 1 more lawyer in good standing in Audrain County compared to previous quarter

By E. I. Petty | Oct 21, 2025

The number of lawyers in good standing working in cities within Audrain County in the third quarter of 2025 increased compared to the previous quarter.

Rep. Mark Alford criticizes Democrats over shutdown and visits Columbia rehabilitation hospital

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 21, 2025

Rep. Mark Alford addressed constituents via social media on October 20 and 21, highlighting concerns about SNAP benefit suspensions during a federal shutdown and sharing observations from a healthcare facility visit in Columbia.

Senator Schmitt schedules judiciary subcommittee hearing on politically motivated attacks

By S. L. Henderson | Oct 21, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), who chairs the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, will lead a hearing on politically motivated violence on October 28, 2025.

Senator Eric Schmitt addresses government shutdown and political violence in recent posts

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 21, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt posted on October 21, 2025, about Republican efforts to reopen the government and plans to hold a hearing on political violence.

Senator Eric Schmitt criticizes Democrats and promotes bill on immigration penalties

By B. A. Erwin | Oct 21, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt posted a series of statements on October 20 and 21, 2025, criticizing Democratic positions on healthcare for undocumented immigrants and highlighting his legislative efforts to increase penalties for assaults on federal...

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities in Cooper County as of September?

By K. E. Ramirez | Oct 20, 2025

Cities in Cooper County recorded 14 lawyers in good standing as of September.

Alford and Scholten introduce bipartisan bill to help small businesses adopt artificial intelligence

By S. R. Mabry | Oct 20, 2025

Congressman Mark Alford of Missouri’s 4th District and Congresswoman Hillary Scholten of Michigan’s 3rd District have introduced the AI for Main Street Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at supporting small businesses in evaluating and adopting...

Rep. Mark Alford introduces legislation aimed at supporting small businesses through AI