March 2025

Child care gaps cost Missouri $869 million annually, MU Extension research finds

ST. LOUIS — Analysis from University of Missouri Extension reveals that Missouri loses an estimated $869 million annually due to child care shortages. This includes $723 million in employer costs from absentee workers and turnover along with $146 million in tax revenue that would otherwise be collected to support state and local economies.

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A look back

This image was part of a calendar distributed in Fayette, Mo., from 1903-1904. The promotional tag reads: “Compliments of THE ARCADE. The place to buy your books and school supplies. We also carry a full line of Ladies’ and Gents Furnishings, Shoes, Wall Paper, Fine China and Cut Glass. Call and see us. J.H. Butler, Fayette, MO.”

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