News Tipoffs - Missouri Editors
500,000 customer restorations powered by Ameren Missouri smart switches
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Ameren, a provider of electric power services, posted the following news release:
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500,000 customer restorations powered by Ameren Missouri smart switches
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More than 2,150 devices help reduce outage impacts across the company's service territory
ST. LOUIS (Sept. 15, 2026) - Smart switch technology installed through Ameren Missouri's Smart Energy Plan has restored service more than half a million times during major storms since 20
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Accuracy in Media: 'It Was Mostly Cosmetic' - Missouri Professor Reveals How DEI Survives State Bans
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Accuracy in Media issued the following news:
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"It Was Mostly Cosmetic": Missouri Professor Reveals How DEI Survives State Bans
September 14, 2026
Last year, Missouri banned DEI initiatives at its public universities. However, an Accuracy in Media investigation revealed that DEI ideology remains in university classrooms.
Wayne Brekhus, Professor and Chair of the Department of Sociology at the University of Missouri, was recorded speaking with an AIM investigator
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American Bankers Association, 79 Co-signers Issue Letter to Senate Leaders Thune, Schumer
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Financial Services] (TNSletter) -- The American Bankers Association issued the following letter with 79 co-signers to Senate leaders John Thune and Charles Schumer:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 10, 2026
The Honorable John Thune
Majority Leader
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
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The Honorable Charles Schumer
Minority Leader
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
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RE: Amend the Clarity Act to Preserve Local Lending
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American Medical Association, 50 Organizations Issue Letter to Reps. Joyce, Murphy, Schrier
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- The American Medical Association issued the following letter with 50 organizations to Reps. John Joyce, R-Pennsylvania, Gregory Murphy, R-North Carolina, and Kim Schrier, D-Washington:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 14, 2026
The Honorable John Joyce, MD
U.S. House of Representatives
2102 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
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The Honorable Greg Murphy, MD
U.S. House of Representatives
407 Cannon House Office Bu
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American parents need comprehensive work-family plan
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 15 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news:
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American parents need comprehensive work-family plan
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#In Brief
* Childcare affordability and availability remain major challenges for American families.
* Vice President JD Vance's proposal redirecting childcare subsidies to married couples with a stay-at-home parent would not address fundamental market challenges.
* Parents need real choices, including affordable childcare, paid fami
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American Soybean Association: Soybean Farmers Welcome New CHS Processing Investment
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- The American Soybean Association issued the following news release:
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Soybean Farmers Welcome New CHS Processing Investment
Sep 14, 2026
The American Soybean Association and Wisconsin Soybean Association applaud CHS Inc.'s announcement that it will break ground on a soybean processing facility near Evansville, WI.
The approximately $700 million facility will be capable of processing 80 million bushels of U.S.-grown soybeans annually. Construction is expe
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Benedictine Hosts Moving 9/11 Remembrance and 'Stars & Stripes' Day
ATCHISON, Kansas, Sept. 15 -- Benedictine College issued the following news:
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Benedictine Hosts Moving 9/11 Remembrance and "Stars & Stripes" Day
September 15, 2026
Benedictine College hosted two moving ceremonies back-to-back in mid-September, remembering the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and first responders on September 11 and honoring military personnel past and present during its "Stars and Stripes" Celebration on September 12.
9/11 Remembrance
On Friday, Benedictine Coll
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BFI Announce Programme Highlights for Late October and November 2026 Including Seasons Dedicated to Billy Wilder and Roger Corman, and a Season Inspired by the Landmark Book Fear of the Dark: 'Race', Gender and Sexuality in Cinema by Baroness Lola Young
LONDON, England, Sept. 16 -- The British Film Institute issued the following news release:
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BFI announce programme highlights for late October and November 2026 including seasons dedicated to Billy Wilder and Roger Corman, and a season inspired by the landmark book Fear of the Dark: 'Race', Gender and Sexuality in Cinema by Baroness Lola Young
* Guests appearing at BFI Southbank for our seasons this month will include the family of Roger Corman: his wife and producer Julie Corman, and hi
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Canon U.S.A. Expands Large Format Printing Portfolio With Advancements to imagePROGRAF TX & TM Series
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Canon U.S.A. Expands Large Format Printing Portfolio With Advancements to imagePROGRAF TX & TM Series
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Canon U.S.A. Inc. has announced a major expansion of its renowned imagePROGRAF TX and TM lines. The launch introduces 12 new devices designed for architecture, engineering, construction, retail, education and other light graphics applications, including seven new fiv
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Career Opportunities are Endless at the UAPB Fall 2026 Career Summit
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, Sept. 15 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news:
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Career Opportunities are Endless at the UAPB Fall 2026 Career Summit
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's (UAPB) Office of Career Services announces the 2026 Fall Career Summit on Wednesday, September 30 from 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. in the Kenneth L. Johnson Sr. Complex, H.O. Clemmons Arena (HPER), on the UAPB campus.
BUSINESS & INDUSTRY
This year, 66 organizations representing
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Culver-Stockton Alumnus Drew Horner Continues Family Legacy of Support
CANTON, Missouri, Sept. 15 -- Culver-Stockton College posted the following news:
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Culver-Stockton Alumnus Drew Horner Continues Family Legacy of Support
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Continuing a proud family tradition of local giving and community support, Culver-Stockton College alumnus Drew Horner '16 recently made a $1,000 contribution to support student scholarships and the Wildcat golf program.
Horner, who earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from C-SC, is a former member of the Wildcat
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Dantex & Ricoh USA Create Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Digital Label Growth Across North America
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Dantex & Ricoh USA Create Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Digital Label Growth Across North America
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Dantex Group has signed a strategic agreement with Ricoh USA Inc., under which Ricoh will offer the entire Dantex Pico lineup as part of its production print portfolio across the United States and Canada.
The move significantly expands Dantex's reach in this impo
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Dickies x Budweiser Launch Exclusive Collaboration: Explore the Limited-Edition Genuinely Earned Jacket and Full Collection
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Anheuser-Busch, a brewing company, issued the following news release:
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Dickies(r) x Budweiser Launch Exclusive Collaboration: Explore the Limited-Edition Genuinely Earned Jacket and Full Collection
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#The two iconic American brands are launching a limited-edition Dickies x Budweiser Genuinely Earned Jacket and retail collection to honor the hard workers who keep America moving
Key Facts:
* Dickies and Budweiser have launche
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Economic Development Administration - Overview of Roles, Structure & Goals Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49311) on Aug. 24, 2026, entitled "Economic Development Administration: An Overview of Roles, Structure and Goals" by economic development policy analyst Julie M. Lawhorn.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), a bureau of the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC), was established pursuant to the enactment of the Public Works and Economic Developmen
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Finding a job in the AI era
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 15 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news:
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Finding a job in the AI era
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#In Brief
* As more job candidates use AI tools to write resumes and cover letters, it's getting harder to stand out.
* Career experts say job seekers should focus on authenticity and highlight real experiences and accomplishments.
* Early networking, strong communication and problem-solving skills matter more than your major.
Recruiters call it the applic
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FUJIFILM Business Innovation Announces Optimization of Production & Sales Structure for Printing Plate Materials
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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FUJIFILM Business Innovation Announces Optimization of Production & Sales Structure for Printing Plate Materials
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FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp. has announced that it will optimize and reorganize its production and sales structure for printing plate materials as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen its graphic communications business. As part of this initiati
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Governor Kehoe to Lead Economic Development Trade Mission to Italy
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 -- Gov. Mike Kehoe, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Governor Kehoe to Lead Economic Development Trade Mission to Italy
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Jefferson City
Governor Mike Kehoe will lead a Missouri delegation on an economic development trade mission to Italy, with the purpose of promoting Missouri as the prime destination for global business investment and expansion. The Governor will depart Missouri for Italy on September 17 and conclude meetings on Septe
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House Natural Resources Committee Advances Legislation to Conserve Natural Resources, Support Rural America
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release:
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Committee Advances Legislation to Conserve Natural Resources, Support Rural America
WASHINGTON, D.C., September 15, 2026
Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources favorably reported legislation promoting stewardship and conservation of our natural resources. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response:
"T
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House Transportation Committee Approves Bills to Strengthen Maritime Cybersecurity, Increase Oversight of Federal Real Estate, Improve Aviation Safety, More
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Sam Graves, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, issued the following news release:
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Committee Approves Bills to Strengthen Maritime Cybersecurity, Increase Oversight of Federal Real Estate, Improve Aviation Safety, and More
Washington, D.C. - Today, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved legislation to support the Coast Guard's cybersecurity mission, increase oversight of federal real estate, and st
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Husch Blackwell Advises Community Clinical Research in Sale to PhaseWell Research
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Advises Community Clinical Research in Sale to PhaseWell Research
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National law firm Husch Blackwell represented Community Clinical Research, a Texas-based clinical research organization, with its sale to PhaseWell Research.
The addition of Community Clinical Research establishes the foundation of PhaseWell's inpatient neuropsychiatric research c
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Intermedia Launches AI Receptionist, Extending Its Digital Teammates Portfolio With Native AI Voice Automation
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Intermedia Launches AI Receptionist, Extending Its Digital Teammates Portfolio With Native AI Voice Automation
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Intermedia Intelligent Communications has announced the launch of Intermedia AI Receptionist, a native AI voice agent built directly into the Intermedia platform.
AI Receptionist answers inbound calls with natural conversations, uses business-specific know
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Konica Minolta Introduces AccurioLabel 231 as Global AccurioLabel Installations Surpass 2,000
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Konica Minolta Introduces AccurioLabel 231 as Global AccurioLabel Installations Surpass 2,000
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Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. Inc. has announced the AccurioLabel 231, a new digital label press for organizations across the label ecosystem. Designed to increase production flexibility and automation while improving color consistency, the press helps businesses
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Lincoln University Welcomes Jefferson City Community to Homecoming 2026 Events
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 -- Lincoln University posted the following news:
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Lincoln University Welcomes Jefferson City Community to Homecoming 2026 Events
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Join us for Lincoln University's 2026 Homecoming celebration, Sept. 20-26!
Lincoln University of Missouri is inviting the Jefferson City community to join Blue Tigers on campus and downtown during Homecoming 2026, Sept. 20-26, with several events open to the public as the university celebrates its 160th anniversary. The we
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Mo. Natural Resources Dept. Awards $2.86 Million in Assistance to Bunceton
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release:
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Department of Natural Resources awards $2.86 million in assistance to Bunceton
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
City will make extensive wastewater improvements
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO, SEPT. 15, 2026 - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded $2.86 million in financial assistance to the city of Bunceton for upgrades to its wastewater treatment system. The cit
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MSP OneShare-IBPI Partners With OpenVPN to Expand Secure Connectivity Resources for Members
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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MSP OneShare-IBPI Partners With OpenVPN to Expand Secure Connectivity Resources for Members
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MSP OneShare-IBPI has announced that OpenVPN has joined its growing community as a new Preferred Partner, providing members with access to secure connectivity and zero trust solutions designed to help managed service providers protect their customers and scale their security o
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NSC Celebrates Outstanding Contributions to Safety
ITASCA, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news:
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NSC Celebrates Outstanding Contributions to Safety
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INDIANAPOLIS - The National Safety Council celebrated the recipients of multiple safety awards during the NSC Awards Recognition at the 2026 NSC Safety Congress & Expo.
The following awards were presented:
Joseph M. Kaplan Safe Driver of the Year
These professional drivers were recognized for their safe driving record,
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Pittsburgh's UPMC Children's Hospital Dr. Jane B. Taylor Named 2026 American Lung Association Volunteer Excellence Award Recipient
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Lung Association posted the following news release:
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Pittsburgh's UPMC Children's Hospital Dr. Jane B. Taylor Named 2026 American Lung Association Volunteer Excellence Award Recipient
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"Over her years of volunteering for the American Lung Association, Dr. Taylor has demonstrated unwavering commitment to raising awareness of lung disease, supporting research and providing aid to those affected," said Harold Wimmer, President a
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Pregnancy nutrition trial in Ecuador improves fetal brain growth
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 15 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news:
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Pregnancy nutrition trial in Ecuador improves fetal brain growth
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#In Brief
* A pregnancy nutrition program in Ecuador focused on locally available foods improved diet quality.
* The mothers' improved diet was linked to greater growth in a key fetal brain region.
* Researchers say the approach offers a practical way to support maternal and infant health and the local economy.
A nutrit
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PrintReleaf Launches Biggest Platform Update to Date
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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PrintReleaf Launches Biggest Platform Update to Date
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PrintReleaf has launched the biggest update to its platform since the company was founded, following two years of development.
PrintReleaf automatically measures, offsets and certifies paper and fiber consumption through audited global reforestation and carbon offset projects.
The rebuild of its platform has ad
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Reps. Comer, Burlison Issue Letter to Bloomberg Philanthropies CEO Harris
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following letter with Rep. Eric Burlison, R-Missouri, chairman of the Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs, to Bloomberg Philanthropies CEO Patricia E. Harris:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 14, 2026
Ms. Patricia E. Harris
Chief Executive Officer
Bloomberg Philanthropies
25 East 78th Street
New Yor
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Republican Attorneys General Association Joins Vice President Vance, Attorney General Todd Blanche, DOJ's Fraud Division, SBA, and SBA OIG Unveiled Massive Fraud Enforcement Activity as State Partnerships Expand
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news:
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Republican Attorneys General Association Joins Vice President Vance, Attorney General Todd Blanche, DOJ's Fraud Division, SBA, and SBA OIG Unveiled Massive Fraud Enforcement Activity as State Partnerships Expand
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Republican Attorneys General Association joined Vice President J.D. Vance, Attorney General Todd Blanche, the Justice Department's Nati
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Saint Louis University, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Receive $2.15 Million Award as Part of Regional Pediatric Prevention Network
HILLSBORO, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- St. Louis University issued the following news:
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Saint Louis University, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Receive $2.15 Million Award as Part of Regional Pediatric Prevention Network
By Jay Veteto
09/15/2026
The sub-grant is part of more than $22.5 million awarded annually in continued funding through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
ST. LOUIS - Saint Louis University and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Ho
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Saint Peter's University Welcomes Largest Incoming Class in History to Campus
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Sept. 15 -- Saint Peter's University posted the following news release:
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Saint Peter's University Welcomes Largest Incoming Class in History to Campus
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JERSEY CITY, N.J. - September 15, 2026 - Saint Peter's University announced that it welcomed a record-setting number of new students to campus for the 2026-27 academic year, marking a historic milestone that reflects the University's growing momentum, expanding appeal and enduring commitment to delivering an exc
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Scott Diener, high-powered news leader, named general manager at Missouri School of Journalism's KOMU-TV
COLUMBIA, Missouri, Sept. 15 -- The University of Missouri School of Journalism issued the following news release:
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Scott Diener, high-powered news leader, named general manager at Missouri School of Journalism's KOMU-TV
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By Austin Fitzgerald
COLUMBIA, Mo. (Sept. 15, 2026) -Scott Diener, BJ '87, a news manager and executive for more than three decades, has been named general manager of KOMU-TV. He will be only the fourth general manager of the Missouri School of Journalism's NBC-affil
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SEMO, Prairie Farms Establish Corporate Partnership
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- Southeast Missouri State University issued the following news:
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September 15, 2026
SEMO, Prairie Farms Establish Corporate Partnership
When employees have the opportunity to grow, businesses and communities grow with them. That's the purpose behind a new corporate partnership between Southeast Missouri State University and Prairie Farms Family of Companies to make higher education more accessible and create pathways for employees and their families
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Sept. 24 BTA Webinar to Focus on Handing Work to AI Agents
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Sept. 24 BTA Webinar to Focus on Handing Work to AI Agents
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The 223rd webinar in BTA's Building My Business Webinar Series is scheduled for 4 p.m. Eastern on Thursday, Sept 24. The webinar, "Beyond ChatGPT: AI Agents Have Arrived. Can You Afford to Ignore Them?" will be presented by West McDonald, founder and partner of GoWest.ai.
Active AI agents in Microsoft 365 gr
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Sharp's Moonsun Park Honored With 2026 Executive Excellence Award
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Sharp's Moonsun Park Honored With 2026 Executive Excellence Award
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Sharp Electronics Corp. USA has announced that Moonsun Park, chief financial officer and senior vice president of finance, will receive a 2026 Executive Excellence Award from NJBIZ.
The NJBIZ Executive Excellence Awards recognize New Jersey's most accomplished senior business leaders for their remark
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St. Louis Children's Hospital again ranked No. 1 children's hospital in Missouri and St. Louis by U.S. News & World Report
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 15 -- The Washington University School of Medicine posted the following news release:
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St. Louis Children's Hospital again ranked No. 1 children's hospital in Missouri and St. Louis by U.S. News & World Report
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U.S. News & World Report has again recognized St. Louis Children's Hospital -with the WashU Medicine physicians who provide the care there -among America's Best Children's Hospitals, ranking St. Louis Children's No. 1 in Missouri, No. 1 in St. Louis, a
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The 20 MSP Ranked on SMU Cox Dallas 100 List for Third Year in a Row
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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The 20 MSP Ranked on SMU Cox Dallas 100 List for Third Year in a Row
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The 20 MSP has announced its third appearance on the distinguished SMU Cox Dallas 100 list. Now in its 36th year, the annual honor highlights the 100 fastest-growing privately held companies in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, based on their performance over the past three years. This year's ranking will
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The Cannata Report Welcomes Adam Weiss as Emcee of 41st Annual Awards & Charities Gala
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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The Cannata Report Welcomes Adam Weiss as Emcee of 41st Annual Awards & Charities Gala
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The Cannata Report has announced that Adam Weiss, president of BTA member Atlantic Tomorrow's Office, will serve as emcee of its 41st Annual Awards & Charities Gala, to be held on Nov. 19, 2026, at The Madison Hotel in Morristown, New Jersey.
Weiss succeeds Bob Goldberg, former g
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USC: New Study Sheds Light on Why Dementia Appears to Be Rare Among Indigenous Bolivians
LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Southern California issued the following news:
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New study sheds light on why dementia appears to be rare among Indigenous Bolivians
The Tsimane and Moseten communities, who live pre-industrial lifestyles in the Bolivian Amazon, experience fairly common rates of new dementia cases -- but shorter survival after diagnosis.
September 15, 2026 By Beth Newcomb
In two Indigenous communities living pre-industrial lifestyles in the
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Valsoft's TAG Software Group Acquires Square 9
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Valsoft's TAG Software Group Acquires Square 9
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Valsoft Corp. Inc. has announced the acquisition of Square 9 Softworks Inc. The acquisition was completed through TAG Software Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Valsoft.
Founded in 2005 and headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut, Square 9 offers a unified platform that lets organizations capture, organize, retrieve
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What's Happening at WKU
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Sept. 15 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news:
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What's Happening at WKU
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Here is a listing of WKU events for Tuesday, September 15 through Saturday, October 3. All times are Central (unless noted). For more events, visit the WKU Events calendar at https://www.wku.edu/events. or follow @wkuevents on Instagram. (More: How to Place Campus Events on WKU Events Calendar)
Tuesday, September 15
9 a.m.: ORCA Seminar Series. Registration is require
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White House Sends 41 Nominations to Senate
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The White House sent to the Senate the nominations of 41 individuals for positions in the federal government:
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Nominations Sent to the Senate
Nominations & Appointments
September 14, 2026
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE:
Samuel D. Adkisson, of Tennessee, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Tennessee.
Philip Axt, of North Dakota, to be United States District Judge for the District of North Dakota.
Daniel Lewis Ballou, of Kentucky, to
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