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News from September 2024

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Missouri program trains future nurse assistants amid staffing shortages

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 5, 2024

Nurse assistants are often regarded as the unsung heroes of the healthcare industry. Their essential yet frequently behind-the-scenes work enables registered nurses (RNs), who possess more advanced training, to focus on tasks that require their specialized skills.

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Woman sentenced for embezzling over $165K from St. Louis-area company

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 5, 2024

ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Rodney W. Sippel on Thursday sentenced a woman who stole $165,239 from a St. Louis-area company before leaving for Scotland to 45 months in prison.

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Number of VA loans issued in Missouri increased by nine% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,926 home loans in Missouri, totaling $526.2 million, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Senator Hawley raises concerns over Secret Service agent training after Trump rally shooting

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has raised concerns about the training of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents assigned to protective details, following new whistleblower allegations. In a letter to Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe, Senator Hawley highlighted reports suggesting that HSI agents received inadequate training, which extended to the Butler, Pa., rally where former President Donald Trump was shot.

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Four insights from an expert ahead of the Sept. 10 presidential debate

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 4, 2024

Next week, millions of Americans will tune in to the presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Ben Warner, director of the University of Missouri’s Political Communication Institute, will be closely watching how the candidates try to get their messages across and connect with voters.

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Center promotes sustainable farming across Missouri

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 4, 2024

For centuries, American farmers have strived to produce more crops. In recent years, challenges such as an unpredictable climate and shifts in consumer demands and agricultural policy have ramped up the pressure for farmers to grow even more. Rob Myers, the director of the University of Missouri’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture, has solutions — for Missouri and the rest of the country.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Missouri during August

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 3, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from Missouri in August.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Missouri in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 3, 2024

The VA issued 364 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Missouri during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 27 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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St. Louis promotes emergency preparedness during National Preparedness Month

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 3, 2024

This September, the City of St. Louis Emergency Management Agency (CEMA), in partnership with its federal partner, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), encourages residents to discuss emergency preparedness in recognition of National Preparedness Month. First observed in 2004, National Preparedness Month serves as an annual reminder that preparing for emergencies and disasters can ensure the safety of families, friends, and communities.

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St. Louis man sentenced to over eight years for firearm possession

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 3, 2024

ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Audrey G. Fleissig on Tuesday sentenced a convicted felon who was caught by police with a stolen gun after fleeing from a carjacked vehicle to 97 months in prison.

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University study suggests new treatment approach for triple-negative breast cancer

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 3, 2024

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) accounts for approximately 15% of all breast cancer cases globally. It is notably challenging to treat due to the absence of three common receptors that most therapies target. Consequently, TNBC patients often undergo high doses of non-targeted chemotherapy, leading to severe side effects such as hair loss, nausea, and pain. The metastasis of TNBC cells to other organs like the brain or lungs is the primary cause of mortality in these patients.

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Attorney General Bailey leads multistate lawsuit against Biden-Harris student loan plan

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 3, 2024

JEFFERSON CITY, MO. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has initiated a multistate lawsuit against the Biden-Harris Administration’s third student loan cancellation plan. This legal action follows closely on the heels of a United States Supreme Court decision that upheld his order blocking the administration's second attempt at student loan cancellation.

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Arch to Park Equity Fund offers purchase of historic Wainwright Building

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 3, 2024

Greater St. Louis, Inc. announced today that Arch to Park Equity Fund LLC, a patient capital real estate investment fund it coordinates, has made an offer to purchase the historic Wainwright Building, located at 111 North 7th Street in Downtown St. Louis. The State has accepted the offer, and customary diligence and negotiations are underway prior to closing.

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Missouri: Biologics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Missouri in August

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Missouri in August.

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Sarah Adam makes history as first woman on US wheelchair rugby team

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 2, 2024

Team USA's Paralympic wheelchair rugby team secured a silver medal at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.

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CDC 2024 Measles Update: Missouri's case count rises as of week ending Aug. 31

By P. T. Askew | Sep 1, 2024

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Missouri for 2024 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 24.

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Which Missouri political committees received the most contributions during August?

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 1, 2024

Here are the 10 political committees that received the largest financial contributions during August.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Missouri companies were under most scrutiny during August?

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 13 inspections at 13 Food and Cosmetics companies from Missouri in August.