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Kratom faces increasing scrutiny from states, feds
For years, state lawmakers have taken the lead on regulating kratom — the controversial herbal supplement used for pain relief, anxiety and opioid withdrawal symptoms. Some states have banned it entirely.

Troy 9th grade instructor named semifinalist in teacher of the year award
History teacher Heather Millard one of 17 instructors selected for semifinalist honors in state award By Gregory Orear General Manager Editor TROY – A history teacher at the Troy ninth…

Ex-Mercy Medical Technician sentenced Friday to 12 years for fake X-rays
Seven female victims between ages 13-21 said Ryan Williams, 43, called them in for unneeded X-Rays of their chests By Gregory Orear General Manager/Editor TROY – A Warren County judge…
Lincoln County school districts 'optimistic' about new school year
LINCOLN COUNTY - Summer break is over for local students and at least two Lincoln County school superintendents report business is booming.
Troy Board delays decision on new subdivision
TROY - The impact of proposed and future subdivisions dominated Troy’s Board of Aldermen meeting Monday night.
Board also tables decision on private street repairs
TROY – Ignoring the advice of the city attorney, a Troy City Alderman continued at the August meeting his quest to use city funds to replace a culvert on a private street where his daughter lives.

Missouri governor won't confirm redistricting, but Republicans say it's likely
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe still hasn’t confirmed whether he’ll call a special session to change the state’s congressional map, but Republican lawmakers who’ve spoken to the governor say it’s very possible.
Drought report mostly good news
The USDA has released the final edition of the U.S. Drought Monitor for the month of July, which has mostly good news except on the Western front.

Local nonprofit makes positive difference: 'The smiles, the stories, and the gratitude make every egg collection worth it'
LINCOLN COUNTY - Part of the reason Lauren Brohammer became a nurse was to try improve the lives of the patients she serves. But an idea she had been nurturing for some time takes her passion for heath and helping patients to new heights.

Journal Exclusive: Merkel adds Leah Chaney to defense team
Attorney who prosecuted Russ Faria twice for murder will defend former deputy accused of lying in both trials Gregory Orear General Manager/Editor TROY – A former Lincoln County sheriff’s deputy…
