Articles Submitted By Katie
History & Biography
Published June 8, 2013
Ah, the humble printing press. This seemingly archaic little invention has actually had a profound impact on modern society.
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Teens
Published February 16, 2012
Community Matters,
Health & Wellness,
Missouri & Ozarks
Published May 25, 2011
On May 22 a tornado hit Joplin, Mo., causing immeasurable damage to homes and businesses. Residents had a mere 20-minute warning to find shelter before the storms hit. At time of publication, the death toll sits at 122 as citizens of Joplin sort through the wreckage.
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Health & Wellness
Published December 30, 2010
On December 15, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced new federal crib standards that will stop the sale, manufacture, resale, and distribution of drop-side cribs.
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Community Matters,
Health & Wellness,
Missouri & Ozarks
Published May 21, 2010
Greene County citizens are rapidly becoming "locavores" -- those who seek out goods produced within a 100-mile radius of their hometown. When you live somewhere as bountiful as the Ozarks, it's easy to find local produce and meat if you know where to look.
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Economy,
Community Matters,
Government,
Missouri & Ozarks
Published March 8, 2010
Do you know what the census is? Did you know that a census every 10 years is required by our Constitution? This is a census year and there are a few things you might want to know about this very important process.
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Community Matters,
Health & Wellness
Published January 15, 2010
On January 12th, an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 rocked the small nation of Haiti, forever changing the structure of their country and their population. In the aftermath, individuals and organizations from all over the world are pitching in to do what they can to aid this devastated area.
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Community Matters,
Health & Wellness
Published January 7, 2010
Every year it's the same old song and dance - you'll resolve to "lose weight" and "be healthy," and by February, you'll be on the couch wearing sweatpants and eating bonbons. Instead of making vague, unrealistic goals, resolve this year to take charge of your personal health and inform yourself.
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