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Illinois Missouri small businesses

Missouri News Service

Missouri small businesses applaud end of federal reporting rule

Missouri small business owners and supporters are celebrating a new federal rule, ending a requirement for U.S. companies to report identifying information about their owners to the government. The Treasury Department finalized the change last week, exempting millions of businesses nationwide. The mandate was created under the Corporate Transparency Act to help fight financial crimes. Small businesses account for more than 99% of all businesses in Missouri. Brad Jones, Missouri state director for the National Federation for Independent Business, called the […]

todayAugust 19, 2026

Missouri solar

Missouri News Service

Solar debate continues in Missouri

JEFFERSON CITY (Missouri News Service/Public News Service) -- As the legislative session winds down, Missouri lawmakers are still debating a proposal to pause solar energy development. The controversial move comes as electricity demand continues to climb and renewable energy remains one of the fastest-growing power sources in the U.S. Policy experts discussed the proposal during a recent webinar hosted by Renew Missouri, focused on expanding renewable energy. Executive Director James Owens outlined their concerns about the legislation. Owens said the proposal includes an […]

todayApril 27, 2026

Missouri uses vending machines in fight against overdose deaths

Missouri News Service

Missouri uses vending machines in fight against overdose deaths

(Missouri News Service/Public News Service) -- Vending machines usually bring to mind snacks, but in communities across Missouri, some are now stocked with something far more urgent. Narcan, often referred to as the “Lazarus drug” for its ability to reverse opioid overdoses, is being made available through vending-style machines and porch boxes as part of a broader push to save lives. State data show more than 1,400 Missourians died from drug overdoses last year, with nearly two-thirds involving opioids. Public health officials […]

todayJanuary 5, 2026 12 6

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