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Forget Big City Living And Head To This Insanely Affordable Small Town In Missouri

The big city had its moment, and that moment is officially over, because Sedalia, Missouri is sitting right in the middle of the state offering a retirement life that makes everything you’ve been paying for look completely unnecessary. There’s a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from living somewhere...

Sedalia, MO · 3d
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Missouri AG reveals investigation into other downtown businesses after Reign Bar probe

After a University of Missouri School of Law event Thursday, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway revealed that her office is also investigating other businesses contributing to what she described as “the criminal element in downtown Columbia.”. “We are very concerned about anything that’s a public nuisance and certainly want to...

Columbia, MO · 6h
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Lamar man recognized as Rising Star in national Agri Services

LAMAR, Mo. (MFA) - MFA in Columbia, Mo. announce that MFA Agri Services manager, Hunter Walls , has been named one of the 2026 Rising Stars in the industry.

Lamar, MO · 15h

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Columbia Housing Authority begins $14 million affordable housing redevelopment

COLUMBIA — The Columbia Housing Authority celebrated a roughly $14 million redevelopment Thursday that will renovate or replace 25 affordable rental apartments near downtown Columbia. The Providence Walkway project includes full interior renovations to 16 existing apartments and nine newly constructed apartments replacing demolished buildings. The project combines federal...

Columbia, MO · 14h
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Columbia business roundup: Coffee, cheesesteaks, cowboy boots and more

Columbia is on the verge of getting a different kind of coffee shop, a new cheesesteak spot and another place to shop for cowboy boots. Here’s a look at those businesses and other recent announcements around town. Shibam Coffee Co. brings Yemeni coffee to Columbia. Shibam Coffee Co., a...

Columbia, MO · 2d

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Feds approve Missouri for 131 special tax-break zones

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Treasury Department has approved 131 census tracts for designation as "Opportunity Zones," where developers can earn special federal tax breaks. The zones include four in Boone County, one in Cole County and others in several Mid-Missouri counties, according to a list posted to the Missouri Department of Economic Development's website. Gov. The post Feds approve Missouri for 131 special tax-break zones appeared first on ABC17NEWS .

Missouri · 1d

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Camdenton Lands Opportunity Zone: Developers Say It Could Unlock A Wave Of New Housing

An area of Camden County has been approved as a federal Opportunity Zone, and local developers say it could attract investment dollars to help build affordable housing. Federal Opportunity Zones have existed since 2017, and one already exists at Lake of the Ozarks, in Sunrise Beach. But the Big Beautiful Bill passed by the federal government in 2025 gave Opportunity Zones new life, creating tax incentives for investors who invest there.

Camdenton, MO · 6h

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The GBA Conversation: A Home Fit for a Builder

There are plenty of builders who talk about the benefits of high-performance construction. Jake Bruton gets to experience those benefits every day. Five years ago, Jake and his family moved into Spring Valley, a home he built in Columbia, Mo. The home was designed by longtime friend and architect Steve Baczek. The house has become something of a testing ground for many of the building science principles Jake has spent much of his career learning and teaching.

Columbia, MO · 19h

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Voters approve Morgan County fire tax measures, reject school tax increase

Three local tax propositions in Morgan County, including a sales taxes for two fire protection districts and a local use tax in Stover, have passed. Voters again rejected a measure to fund a sports complex for the Morgan County R-1 school district. Morgan County R-1 operating tax increase fails. The...

Morgan County, MO · 3d

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Centralia cattle farmers provide beef for Centralia R-6 school lunches

CENTRALIA — Centralia R-6 School District has doubled the amount of beef served in school lunches across the district through a partnership with Savannah's Farm Fresh and other local farmers. MO Beef Kids is a part of the Foundation for Food and Farm Connections. The group's mission is to...

Centralia, MO · 1d

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Jefferson City seeks proposals for amphitheater manager

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City is looking for a company to manage its amphitheater at Ellis-Porter Riverside Park, as the venue’s current operator reports more than $216,000 in income and more than $206,000 in expenses so far this program year. The Jefferson City Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department issued a request for proposals earlier The post Jefferson City seeks proposals for amphitheater manager appeared first on ABC17NEWS .

Jefferson City, MO · 1d

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Verify: Can your utility shut off your heat before a freeze?

Missouri · 1d

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Spire Missouri requests rate hike, bills could rise $13 per month

Missouri · 1d

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This Missouri Lumberyard Has Been Around Since 1880 And Still Stocks Specialty Hardwoods, Custom Trim, And Tools For DIYers

Purple Heart, Bubinga, Wenge, and Lacewood all sit in one Missouri lumberyard. Those names sound like candy bars, but they’re exotic hardwoods you can actually buy and build with. The same yard runs its own mill on site. Bring in a tiny scrap of old trim, and the crew...

Kansas City, MO · 2d

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Hammons extends Black Walnut Harvest, increases buying price

Hammons Products has extended its annual Black Walnut Harvest through Nov. 30 and raised its buying price to $16 per 100 pounds of hulled nuts. The extension comes as above-normal temperatures and a lack of rain delayed the fall of wild black walnuts in recent weeks, according to a community announcement. The Stockton, Missouri-based company said in the announcement that most of its network of about 170 hulling sites in 12 states will continue buying through Nov. 30. There is no minimum amount required, with hulling sites accepting anything from a bucket of nuts to a trailer load. Brian Hammons, CEO of Hammons Products, said the harvest had been slow because many nuts remained on trees longer than usual. “Now, with shorter days and cooler air, the wild Black Walnuts are finally falling and local people have ‘money on the ground’ — literally,” Hammons said in the announcement. Missouri black walnut crop expected to pick up The black walnut crop appears to be decent across much of Missouri, according to the announcement, and the company expects harvest activity to increase as more nuts fall. “We hope and pray that the weather cooperates so folks can get them in. There’s still

Missouri · 1d

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Missouri Households Facing a Shutoff Notice or a Propane Tank Below 20% Can Get Up to $800 From the State's Winter Crisis Program

Missouri's Winter ECIP pays up to $800 for households with a shutoff notice, a propane tank under 20% or a prepaid balance running out, Nov. through May.

Missouri · 2d

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Missouri’s Second-Biggest Energy Company Wants To Raise Bills

If the bid by Evergy Missouri West is approved, bills would rise in the state by around $207 annually.

Missouri · 2d

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Missouri Farmland Sells for $13,500 per Acre

Farmland in northwest Missouri, located along the western edge of Hardin, sold at public auction for $520,830. The entirely tillable property was described as top-tier row-crop ground. The farm is located along state Route 10, with convenient access and proximity to local agricultural infrastructure. Possession was provided following harvest of the 2026 soybean crop, with no tenant agreement in place for the 2027 crop year.

Ray County, MO · 2d

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Major Missouri labor sector has "Help Wanted" signs up

Missouri’s construction industry’s promoting future careers to teens across the state. Charlyce Ruth of the Associated General Contractors of Missouri says the demand for such careers remains very strong. "We need trades people, we need management, we need office staff, we need creative people. The list is endless...

Missouri · 1d

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A New Perspective on the Luxury You Already Own

From its Missouri roots to an expanding national footprint, Diamond Banc is changing how Americans think about the value of their fine jewelry and luxury assets—with a Kansas City industry veteran helping lead the way. The luxury market is evolving, and so is the way people think about the...

Kansas City, MO · 3d