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Guest Commentary: ‘Praying for Second Place’

TITLE “Praying for Second Place”  By Mark Means To MSHSAA & all Missouri state public school programs Athletic Department,  As a basketball fan, a citizen of the State of Missouri,…

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Ask Rusty: Is There Income Tax on Social Security Benefits?

Dear Rusty: The Trump Administration is saying that now there will be no taxes on Social Security benefits. Since we’re getting ready to start our 2025 income tax return, can you explain how this all works? Signed: Confused TaxpayerDear Confused Taxpayer: You are obviously referring to the so-called “one big, beautiful bill” and how that…

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Trojans win 5th consecutive district championship

By Todd Kraft Special to the Journal TROY—Mya Robinson scored 14 points and grabbed 6 rebounds to lead the Trojans past second-seeded Francis Howell on Friday night by the score of 47-35, claiming the Class 6 District 4 Championship for the fifth consecutive year. The packed Troy-Buchanan gymnasium erupted in celebration as the final seconds…

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Guest Commentary: ‘Praying for Second Place’

TITLE “Praying for Second Place”  By Mark Means To MSHSAA & all Missouri state public school programs Athletic Department,  As a basketball fan, a citizen of the State of Missouri, and resident of a nearby…