The Greene County Commission on Jan. 30 adopts a $197 million budget for fiscal 2019. Commissioners, from left, Harold Bengsch, Bob Dixon and John Russell give the stamp of approval to an expense list that’s roughly 22 percent higher than the 2018 budget. Nearly $20 million is earmarked for the county’s new operations center, court renovations and planned jail construction.
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Now in the Hall
The Missouri Sports Hall of Fame on Jan. 27 held its annual Enshrinement Ceremonies at University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center. Above, Hall of Fame President Jerald Andrews presents the John Q. Hammons Founder’s Award to Heart of America Beverage Co., represented by CEO Lance Foresee.
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Now in the Hall
The Missouri Sports Hall of Fame on Jan. 27 held its annual Enshrinement Ceremonies at University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center. Bryan Properties owner Bryan Magers, above, accepts the President’s Award.
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Red-Flag Reduction
Community Foundation of the Ozarks on Jan. 31 issues $120,000 in grants to some 17 nonprofits. The funding is designed to address red-flag issues, such as poverty. The grants were presented at the Messiah Lighthouse Child and Family Development Center, which is a recipient.