Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Missouri
AG Labrador Secures Major Legal Victory against New York's Climate Change Superfund Act
BOISE, Idaho, Sept. 8 -- Idaho Attorney General Raul R. Labrador issued the following news release:
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AG Labrador Secures Major Legal Victory against New York's Climate Change Superfund Act
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BOISE, ID - Attorney General Raul Labrador announced today the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York struck down New York's Climate Change Superfund Act, declaring the law unenforceable. The law aimed to impose $75 billion in fines to energy producers for prior lawful energy prod
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BCLP Advises Entrepreneur Equity Partners on Strategic Investment in RC Lens
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news:
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BCLP Advises Entrepreneur Equity Partners on Strategic Investment in RC Lens
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BCLP advised Entrepreneur Equity Partners (EEP), a private investment firm focused on sports, entertainment and real estate, on its investment in Racing Club de Lens (RC Lens), one of France's most historic football clubs. The transaction resulted in EEP acquiring a 13.93% minority own
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BCLP Marks International Day of Charity with First Global Charity Week
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news:
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BCLP Marks International Day of Charity with First Global Charity Week
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BCLP will celebrate International Day of Charity with its first global Charity Week, taking place from September 7 to 11, 2026. Delivered through the firm's Responsible Business program, the initiative will bring together colleagues across all BCLP offices to support local charities and comm
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Brother Expands Print Management Capabilities With MyQ X 10.2 for Modern Work Environments
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Brother Expands Print Management Capabilities With MyQ X 10.2 for Modern Work Environments
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Brother has announced its multifunctional printing and scanning products are now compatible with MyQ X 10.2, providing customers with expanded print management capabilities and greater flexibility in mixed-device environments and multilocation workplaces.
MyQ develops print ma
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Canon U.S.A. Announces Takaaki Tanaka as Chief Financial Officer
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Canon U.S.A. Announces Takaaki Tanaka as Chief Financial Officer
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Canon U.S.A. Inc. has announced that Takaaki (Tad) Tanaka has been appointed to the position of senior vice president of finance & accounting, and chief financial officer (CFO).
A 31-year Canon veteran, Tanaka brings extensive financial expertise gained across key global offices, including past leaders
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Capital Research Center Issues Commentary: History of Homecare Fraud - NGO's, Bureaucrats, and Labor Unions Undermined Medicaid Fraud Prevention
WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following commentary:
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The history of homecare fraud: NGO's, bureaucrats, and labor unions undermined Medicaid fraud prevention
The Medicaid "homecare" program is probably the most defrauded welfare program in America today, and it got that way because a cabal of nonprofits, the Medicaid "deep state," and big labor has quietly worked to sandbag Electronic Visit Verification (EVV), a federally required anti-fraud policy.
By Pa
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Classical guitarist returns to Montana State for Oct. 8 concert
BOZEMAN, Montana, Sept. 8 -- Montana State University issued the following news:
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Classical guitarist returns to Montana State for Oct. 8 concert
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BOZEMAN -Montana State University played a formative role in Luther Enloe's development as a guitarist, and the university will welcome his return on Thursday, Oct. 8, for a concert at 7:30 p.m. in Howard Hall's Reynolds Recital Hall.
Enloe has played the classical guitar across the U.S. and abroad, including performances with Grammy Award
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Crexendo Again Earns Number-One G2 Rankings Across UCaaS, VoIP & AI Categories
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Crexendo Again Earns Number-One G2 Rankings Across UCaaS, VoIP & AI Categories
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Crexendo Inc. has announced that its telecommunications platform earned multiple number-one rankings and awards in G2's Fall 2026 reports. Crexendo was recognized in multiple categories including VoIP, UCaaS, contact center, customer communications management and artificial intelligence. Th
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Eakes Office Solutions Acquires Information Technology Division of Kidwell
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Eakes Office Solutions Acquires Information Technology Division of Kidwell
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BTA member Eakes Office Solutions has acquired the Information Technology Division of Kidwell as part of a strategic business transition designed to support the long-term goals of both organizations.
As part of this transition, Kidwell IT customers will continue to receive the technology serv
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EEOC's Resolution of 13 Race and Age Discrimination Charges Against the St. Louis Sheriff's Office Reinforces Federal Agency's Commitment to Protecting All Workers Equally
WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release:
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EEOC's Resolution of 13 Race and Age Discrimination Charges Against the St. Louis Sheriff's Office Reinforces Federal Agency's Commitment to Protecting All Workers Equally
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ST. LOUIS -The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced an agreement with the St. Louis Sheriff's Office to resolve 13 charges of discrimination alleging race and age discrimination. The St. Lo
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English alum Jami Hirsch uses writing skills to advance mission of Flance Early Learning Center
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 8 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus posted the following news:
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English alum Jami Hirsch uses writing skills to advance mission of Flance Early Learning Center
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After graduating from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, Jami Hirsch developed her storytelling skills as a member of University Marketing and Communications. Now, as director of development and communications at Flance Early Learning Center in St. Louis, Hirsch shares how the organiza
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Epson & STOPware Team Up to Redefine Visitor Security With Full-Color Badge Printing
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Epson & STOPware Team Up to Redefine Visitor Security With Full-Color Badge Printing
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Epson and STOPware, a leader in visitor management solutions, have announced a partnership to bring next-generation visitor badge printing to organizations seeking stronger, smarter on-site security. The integration of Epson's ColorWorks on-demand color label printing technology with
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FCC Wireline Competition Bureau Issues Public Notice: Comments Invited on AT&T's Section 214 Application to Discontinue Domestic Legacy Voice Service
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau issued the following public notice (WC Docket No. 26-224):
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Unless otherwise specified, the following procedures and dates apply to the application(s) (the Section 214 Discontinuance Application(s)) listed in the Appendix.
The Wireline Competition Bureau (Bureau), upon initial review, has found the Section 214 Discontinuance Application(s) listed herein to be acceptable for filing and subject to th
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Findlay Defense Dominates in UIndy Upset
WACO, Texas, Sept. 8 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news:
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Findlay Defense Dominates in UIndy Upset
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Holding a 20-10 lead at halftime, Findlay's defense kept then-No. 9 UIndy scoreless in the second half to preserve a 30-10 victory. It was just the second time in program history that the Oilers won a top 25 matchup. The win vaulted Findlay up five spots to No. 10 in this week's AFCA Division II Coaches Poll, presented by GoRout Grid
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First Citizens Bank Completes Branch Acquisition, Expanding Presence Across the Midwest, Great Plains & West
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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First Citizens Bank Completes Branch Acquisition, Expanding Presence Across the Midwest, Great Plains & West
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First Citizens Bank has announced the successful conversion of 138 branches that it acquired from BMO Bank N.A. on Sept. 4, 2026, expanding the bank's presence across the Midwest, Great Plains and West, and welcoming new clients, associates and communities to F
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Floodplain Alliance for Insurance Reform Urges HUD to Finalize Rescission of Climate-Informed Flood Risk Standard
WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
FLOODPLAIN ALLIANCE FOR INSURANCE REFORM (FAIR)
Plano, Texas dan.delich@sbcglobal.net 214.707.8772
Submitted via Federal eRulemaking Portal (https://www.regulations.gov) to:
Docket ID HUD-2026-1090-0001; Docket No. FR-6527-P-01; RIN 2506-AC60
September 4, 2026
The Honorable Scott Turner
Secretary
U.S. Department of H
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GFI Digital Accelerates Growth With Three Strategic Acquisitions & Expansion Into New Markets
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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GFI Digital Accelerates Growth With Three Strategic Acquisitions & Expansion Into New Markets
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BTA member GFI Digital, a family owned company, is accelerating its growth strategy with three strategic acquisitions completed within a single week, expanding its customer base, capabilities, geographic footprint, and opportunities for employees and manufacturer partners.
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Gordon Flesch Charitable Foundation Donates $5,000 to American Red Cross Flood Relief Efforts in Central Ohio
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Gordon Flesch Charitable Foundation Donates $5,000 to American Red Cross Flood Relief Efforts in Central Ohio
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The Gordon Flesch Charitable Foundation of BTA member Gordon Flesch Company (GFC) donated $5,000 to the American Red Cross for their flood relief efforts in central Ohio. This donation will provide flood relief in affected communities.
"When disasters impact
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Hoeven: Corps to Set Missouri River Basin Releases at Minimum Level, More Water Conservation Still Needed
WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Sen. John Hoeven, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release on Sept. 8, 2026:
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Hoeven: Corps to Set Missouri River Basin Releases at Minimum Level, More Water Conservation Still Needed
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) conducted its September review of Lake Sakakawea storage levels. Hoeven has been working closely with the Corps to track water levels in the Missouri River
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ILRC's Updated State-by-State Immigration Enforcement Map Shows Urgent Need for State Officials to Do More to Protect Immigrant Communities
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 9 -- The Immigrant Legal Resource Center issued the following news release:
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ILRC's Updated State-by-State Immigration Enforcement Map Shows Urgent Need for State Officials to Do More to Protect Immigrant Communities
(San Francisco, CA)--As DHS continues its campaign to deport millions of people, the role of state and local law enforcement agencies remains central to its mass detention and deportation project. Years ago, involvement with ICE was primarily
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Lincoln University Celebrates Launch of 2026-27 Academic Year at Opening Convocation
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 -- Lincoln University posted the following news:
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Lincoln University Celebrates Launch of 2026-27 Academic Year at Opening Convocation
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Lincoln University of Missouri celebrated the start of the 2026-27 academic year at the annual Opening Convocation in Mitchell Auditorium.
Lincoln University of Missouri celebrated the start of the 2026-27 academic year with its annual Opening Convocation on Thursday, Sept. 3, in Mitchell Auditorium at the Richardson
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Mizzou Researchers Unlock a New Way to Harness Copper Against Disease
COLUMBIA, Missouri, Sept. 8 (TNSjou) -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release:
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Mizzou researchers unlock a new way to harness copper against disease
Researchers identified the first compound to block a fundamental copper transport system, opening the door for new treatments.
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University of Missouri researchers have discovered a new way to harness one of the body's natural defenses: copper.
While copper is essential for life and helps power important biological
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Mo. University of Science & Tech: Crull Receives Inaugural Curators' Outstanding Staff Award
ROLLA, Missouri, Sept. 9 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news:
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Crull receives inaugural Curators' Outstanding Staff Award
Author By Hasner, Velvet Publication date September 8, 2026
Kimber Crull, manager of internal and executive communications for Missouri University of Science and Technology, was one of six employees named a 2026 recipient of the inaugural Curators' Outstanding Staff Award.
University of Missouri Board of Curators recognized s
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Pacific Office Automation Enters Houston Market With Acquisition of On Demand Inc.
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Pacific Office Automation Enters Houston Market With Acquisition of On Demand Inc.
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BTA member Pacific Office Automation (POA) has announced the acquisition of BTA member On Demand Inc., a Houston, Texas-based office technology dealership. The transaction closed on Aug. 31. The acquisition extends POA's footprint into the Houston market, adding a conveniently located s
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PrintReleaf Recognized as an MPSA Leadership Circle Winner
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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PrintReleaf Recognized as an MPSA Leadership Circle Winner
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The Managed Print Services Association (MPSA) has named PrintReleaf a Leadership Circle winner, recognizing its innovation, leadership and commitment to helping managed print providers create business value through sustainability.
PrintReleaf was selected for its unique approach to integrating environmental
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Representatives Bell, Thanedar, and Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Commemorating 988 Day
WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Rep. Wesley Bell, D-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Representatives Bell, Thanedar, and Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Commemorating 988 Day
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The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline assists people experiencing suicidal thoughts, mental health challenges, or substance use crises
The bipartisan 988 Day resolution raises awareness of the lifesaving role of the suicide & crisis lifeline
A companion bill will be introduced in the Senate by U.S. Sena
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Sept. 16 BTA Webinar to Focus on Growing Beyond Print
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Sept. 16 BTA Webinar to Focus on Growing Beyond Print
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The 38th webinar in BTA's Diversifying My Business Webinar Series is scheduled for 4 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday, Sept. 16. The webinar, "Grow Beyond Print: Creating Capacity for New Revenue Streams," will be presented by Anna Grubb, vice president of global sales for the Field Service Division at ECI Software Soluti
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SGSC Rodeo Saddles Up for Fall 2026 Season
DOUGLAS, Georgia, Sept. 8 -- South Georgia State College posted the following news:
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SGSC Rodeo Saddles Up for Fall 2026 Season
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The South Georgia State College (SGSC) Competitive Rodeo Club is preparing to hit the road this fall for its 2026 season, with five rodeos scheduled across Missouri, Alabama, Arkansas and Kentucky.
Following the inaugural season, the Hawks will continue building momentum as students in the rodeo program represent SGSC throughout the region and compete agains
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Tarleton State Wins Back-to-Back FBS Games
WACO, Texas, Sept. 8 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news:
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Tarleton State Wins Back-to-Back FBS Games
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Tarleton State traveled to the state of Ohio for the first time since 1991 and faced FBS-member Bowling Green for the first time. The Texans walked away with a 20-13 victory, their second straight against an FBS opponent after upsetting Army in double overtime, 30-27, in 2025. Tarleton State remains No. 5 in this week's AFCA FCS Co
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Teaching Innovators: Edwin Nii Bonney
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Sept. 8 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Teaching Innovators: Edwin Nii Bonney
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Edwin Nii Bonney serves as an assistant professor in the Department of Educational and Organizational Leadership Development at Clemson University. Bonney works to prepare current and future school leaders with the tools and knowledge to improve school systems to better serve all students and families.
Originally from Ghana, a country in West Africa, Bonney earned
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USA Softball Announces Mercy Hospital As Official Medical Provider and Sponsor
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 9 -- USA Softball issued the following news:
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USA Softball Announces Mercy Hospital As Official Medical Provider and Sponsor
USA Softball is proud to announce a new three-year partnership with Mercy as the Official Medical Provider of USA Softball.
Starting in 2026, Mercy will step up to the plate to provide medical expertise and support for the USA Softball National Team programs, helping ensure the health, safety and well-being of athletes, coaches and s
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VA IG: Mental Health Inspection of the VA Kansas City Healthcare System in Missouri
WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following report (No. 25-03939-259) entitled "Mental Health Inspection of the VA Kansas City Healthcare System in Missouri."
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The VA Office of Inspector General (OIG) evaluated acute inpatient mental health care at the Kansas City VA Medical Center (facility) across five domains: leadership and organizational culture, recovery-oriented principles, clinical care coordination, suicide prev
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Waterlogged seeds reveal melons' ancient journey
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 8 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news:
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Waterlogged seeds reveal melons' ancient journey
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Melons produce many seeds, making the melon shape a traditional symbol of fertility and prosperity in Chinese culture. But the historical debate about how melons made their way to modern tables is as long and twisted as the vines they grow on.
A new study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reveals newly discovered as
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Xerox Enters Strategic Partnership With Flint Group Digital Xeikon to Expand Production Print Portfolio
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Xerox Enters Strategic Partnership With Flint Group Digital Xeikon to Expand Production Print Portfolio
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Xerox Holdings Corp. has announced a strategic partnership with Flint Group Digital Xeikon to broaden its production print portfolio, strengthen its position in high-growth segments, and create new opportunities in digital packaging, labels and commercial print appl
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