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Who from Columbia Metro area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Friday, Oct. 10?

By M. J. Givens | Oct 6, 2025

This former Columbia Metro area high school standout will be active on Friday, Oct. 10.

Rep. Mark Alford addresses faith and government shutdown in recent posts

By B. A. Erwin | Oct 6, 2025

Rep. Mark Alford shared messages about faith and ongoing government disputes on October 5 and 6, 2025.

Rep. Mark Alford criticizes government shutdown and rural hospital funding cuts

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 6, 2025

Rep. Mark Alford used social media on October 6, 2025 to comment on the effects of the government shutdown and express concerns about proposed cuts to rural hospital funding.

Senator Eric Schmitt criticizes Democrats over shutdown and healthcare for undocumented immigrants

By B. A. Erwin | Oct 6, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt posted several messages on October 5 and 6, 2025, criticizing Democratic lawmakers for the ongoing government shutdown.

Senator Schmitt discusses political violence and FBI actions during Fox News interview

By S. L. Henderson | Oct 5, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) appeared on Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures to discuss several topics, including political violence, Operation Arctic Frost, and the ongoing government funding dispute.

SEC Nation returns to Missouri for sold-out football game against Alabama

By B. A. Erwin | Oct 5, 2025

The SEC Network has announced that its traveling pregame show, "SEC Nation Presented by Dr Pepper," will broadcast from the University of Missouri ahead of the Tigers' sold-out matchup against Alabama at Memorial Stadium.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from Columbia Metro area competing on Wednesday, Oct. 8?

By M. J. Givens | Oct 4, 2025

These ex-Columbia Metro area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Rep. Mark Alford criticizes Democrats over government shutdown impacts on families

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 4, 2025

Rep. Mark Alford addressed the government shutdown's consequences for families through several social media posts on October 3-4, 2025.

Rep. Mark Alford criticizes Democrats over government shutdown in October social media posts

By S. R. Mabry | Oct 4, 2025

Rep. Mark Alford posted several messages on October 4 criticizing Democratic leadership over the federal government shutdown and its impact on constituents in Missouri's 4th District.

Senator Eric Schmitt addresses government funding and foreign policy in recent posts

By S. R. Mabry | Oct 4, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt posted on social media about President Trump's role in preventing conflict involving Israel and criticized Democrats over federal funding negotiations and opposition to Trump.

Senator Schmitt criticizes Senate Democrats after pro-police bills fail

By S. L. Henderson | Oct 3, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has criticized Senate Democrats for blocking a group of bills intended to support law enforcement officers and first responders.

Senator Eric Schmitt criticizes Democrats on immigration and public safety in recent posts

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 3, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt posted several messages between October 2-3, 2025 criticizing Democratic immigration policies and discussing urban violence.

Rep. Mark Alford criticizes Democrats over government shutdown in series of posts

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 3, 2025

Rep. Mark Alford issued several posts on October 3, 2025 criticizing Democratic leadership during an ongoing government shutdown.

Rep. Mark Alford criticizes government shutdown costs and Senate actions in series of posts

By B. A. Erwin | Oct 3, 2025

U.S. Congressman Rep. Mark Alford addressed the ongoing government shutdown in several tweets dated October 3, 2025.

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Which ex-high school athletes from Columbia Metro area will compete in the week of Monday, Oct. 6?

By S. R. Mabry | Oct 3, 2025

These former Columbia Metro area high school standouts are scheduled to compete the week starting Monday, Oct. 6.

Howard County saw no change in number of lawyers in good standing in August compared to July

By F. G. Mayes | Oct 2, 2025

There was no change in the number of lawyers in good standing working among cities in Howard County in August compared to July.

Rep. Mark Alford criticizes Democratic leadership over government shutdown concerns

By A. H. Stokes | Oct 2, 2025

On October 2, 2025, Rep. Mark Alford used social media to voice criticism against Democratic leaders regarding troop pay and potential impacts on rural hospitals amid budget negotiations.

Senator Eric Schmitt addresses airport expansion, crime policy, and government shutdown

By B. A. Erwin | Oct 2, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt posted several statements on October 1-2, 2025 regarding new flight routes at St. Louis Lambert International Airport, crime policy differences between parties, and criticism of Democrats amid a government shutdown.

Senator Schmitt discusses Trump administration's strategy against drug cartels

By H. H. Hodge | Oct 2, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) appeared on Fox News’ Ingraham Angle to discuss recent actions by the Trump administration targeting narco-terrorist drug cartels and efforts to address violent crime in the United States.

Rep. Mark Alford blames Senate leadership for government shutdown in series of tweets