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Yesterday at 6:27 AM  A Lewistown woman says she may take an early retirement after hitting the jackpot last week.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Organic industry's political clout grows on Capitol Hill as consumers demand organic foods

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The Missouri Legislature has voted to create an online database allowing businesses to check whether job applicants have a history of filing workers' compensation claims.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Minnesota Legislature passes same-sex marriage, governor to sign bill allowing Aug. 1 gay weddings

Monday, May 13, 2013  Glenn Head, 59, of Novelty, is charged with second degree murder armed criminal action in connection with the shooting death of 67-year-old William “Bill” Bacon in December.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Why does one hospital charge 40 times more than another? New data underscore cost mysteries

Thursday, May 09, 2013  The Quincy-based hospital joins the group of four Midwestern health systems in a move that CEOs say will reduce costs and allow the health systems to better share information.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Recently elected board members were sworn in at Wednesday's Quincy Park Board meeting.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Larget economic investment in the state's history.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Hannibal residents will see utility rates go up in the coming months.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Oklahoma congressman proposes $20 billion spending cut over 10 years in nation's food stamps program

Monday, May 06, 2013  Supporters of the immigration bill brought forward last month by a group of four Republican and four Democratic senators have been cautiously optimistic.

Monday, May 06, 2013  Senate to pass online sales tax bill in victory for national retailers; House fate uncertain

Thursday, May 02, 2013  Women's groups hit administration for appealing order lifting age limits on morning-after pill

Friday, April 26, 2013  Stephanie Erwin was elected president of the board at Thursday's reorganization meeting.