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Election Results: Voters reject 3 tax increases, approve 2
By Gregory OrearGeneral Manager/Editor LINCOLN COUNTY – Three separate county entities proposed some form of a half-cent sales tax to voters Tuesday, but only one passed. By a 60.1-39.9 percent margin, voters overwhelmingly approved the renewal of a half-cent sales tax providing funds to the county highway department and Elsberry Special Road District. First passed…
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Ask Rusty: Must I Set Up a Social Security Account to Enroll in Medicare?
Dear Rusty: I turn 65 this November 2026. Someone told me I need to set up a Social Security account at least 3 months ahead of time before applying for Medicare for the first time. I do not intend to take any Social Security benefits until, perhaps, age 67 or later. Please advise and thank…
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MDC invites women to a handgun program in Hartsburg
HARTSBURG – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites women, ages 14 and older, to a free women’s handgun program at Ammo Alley in Hartsburg on Jan. 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.