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‘Slobs and Tramps’: Alderman Defends Controversial Dress Code, Comments
By Gregory Orear Senior General Manager TROY – A controversy over a Facebook post in which a Troy alderman advocated for a dress code by calling colleagues “slobs” and “tramps” spilled into Monday night’s meeting, resulting in contentious debate and an abrupt adjournment. Alderman Conor Martin suggested the dress code, which prohibits tank tops, t-shirts…
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September 2026 was Missouri’s warmest September on record
It was hotter than in July in some parts of the stateCOLUMBIA – September 2026 was Missouri’s warmest September on record, says University of Missouri Extension state climatologist Zachary Leasor.“It was exceptionally warm and generally dry across Missouri,” he says.With an average statewide temperature of 77 degrees Fahrenheit, the month was 8.4 F higher than…
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Troy Defeats Francis Howell Central, continues their winning streak
By Layla ArnoldSpecial to the Troy Free PressThe Troy Buchanan Trojans kept up their winning streak in last week’s game against the Francis Howell Central Spartans. The Trojans brought home a 42-2 victory Thursday, Sept.17. This win moved Troy to 3-1 on the season.The Spartans finished the game with a 2-2 record.Troy had a tough…