January 2025

Poultry and waterfowl auctions, shows and swap meets suspended due to avian influenza

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – To help prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), the Missouri Department of Agriculture has suspended all poultry and waterfowl auctions, shows and swap meets in Missouri counties containing control areas or surveillance zones as determined by the Department.

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Brush up on smiles: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month

As February arrives, so does National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM), an annual campaign dedicated to promoting good dental habits among kids. This month serves as a crucial opportunity for parents to instill the importance of proper oral care and routine dental visits in their children, paving the way for healthy teeth and vibrant smiles throughout their lives.

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Groundhog Day: Phil-ing the air with predictions

Every year on February 2, the small town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, comes alive with the excitement of a time-honored tradition known as Groundhog Day. This unique celebration, steeped in folklore and community spirit, has its roots in ancient weather lore, evolving over the years into a cultural phenomenon that attracts thousands of visitors and millions of viewers worldwide.

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Gen-Z is guiding the retail revolution

(StatePoint) Customer expectations continue to evolve at breakneck speed, and 2025 is likely to usher in further changes to brick-and-mortar stores as retailers compete for shoppers’ attention. With Gen-Z’s spending power projected to reach $12 trillion by 2030—according to Nielsen IQ—industry experts say that they’re leading the retail revolution.

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