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Some U.S. cities and states have banned the sale of dogs in pet shops. The efforts have led to a Missouri lawmaker filing a bill to ban municipalities from regulating pet stores around the state. Alisa Nelson talks to State Representative Ben Baker, of Neosho, about his bill. 

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Agriculture is not only the largest industry in Missouri, it is arguably one of the most essential. A significant grant from a federal agency looks to help the state invest further in its cover crops.

Anthony Morabith discusses this with Rob Meyers at the MU Center for Regenerative Agriculture. 

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We hear about a Missouri company leading the way in barn quilts, a Missouri lawmaker has filled the bill designed to ban municipalities from regulating pet stores, the Mark Twain National Forest is looking for campground hosts, and The University of Missouri is using a federal grant to increase cover crops heavily.

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Missouri is an excellent state for plenty of outdoor activities.

 If you plan to head out into nature, it is also essential to understand the proper ways to handle ticks.

 Solny Adalsteinsson is here with Cameron Conner to discuss the most common ticks found in Missouri, how to prevent these parasites from latching on, and some of the primary diseases they carry. 

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We learn about a golf tournament that uses anything for clubs, including fake bones and legs, tips for what you need to know about the Medicaid renewal process, warmer weather brings helpful advice for how to handle ticks, and we learn the vital role that prairies have in the ecosystem with the Missouri Prairie Foundation.

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State Representative Michael O’Donnell is a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, serving as an intelligence officer. He talks to Alisa Nelson about 9-11 inspiring him to join and one of his most memorable military stories.

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MSHSAA just wrapped up their Winter championships, and now they turn to spring. AAA Missouri awarded six high schools $15,000 as students pledged not to text and drive.

State Representative Michael O'Donnell is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Navy serving as an intelligence officer. He discusses how 9/11 inspired him to enlist and recounts some memorable stories.

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A popular spot on the town square of Perryville in southeastern Missouri, Villainous Grounds has combined two popular activities: coffee and comics.

Ashley Byrd talks with the owner, Mari Jo Bammel, about their success.

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The State will begin the annual renewal process on April 1 for the roughly 1.4 million Missourians currently enrolled in Medicaid to ensure they still qualify. Alisa Nelson talks to Kim Evans, Missouri’s Family Support Division Director, to share with Missourians what they need to know to prepare for the renewal process.

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