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Seventh graders in Whitsona s Current Events class organized the project to provide cards and gifts for U.S. troops in FOB Blackhawk in Afghanistan.
Kit Bond, Roland Burris react to Obama's speech
Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are offering their support for President Obama's new strategy for Afghanistan.
Civic Leader Jeannette Nichols Named Kansas Citian of the Year
Her late husband, Miller Nichols, was named "Mr. Kansas City" back in 1990. Jeannette Nichols received that same award in her own right - " though now that award is more appropriately called the "Kansas Citian of the Year Award." Kansas City, Mo - infoZine - The announcement was made at Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner, held at ...
Health Care Legislation Clears Hurdle In Senate
The U.S. senate met in a special weekend session Saturday, and the result is one giant step for President Obama's health care overhaul.
Local real estate flap in way of GSA confirmation
The nomination of one agency head continues to be held up in the Senate: Martha Johnson, tapped by the president in April to be head of the General Services Administration.
Lawmakers Call on Pentagon to Accept Fair Bids for New Aircraft
"I don't know about you, but I don't think our European friends should be rewarded with U.S. contracts for products they illegally subsidize," said Sen.
Bond Adds Amendment to Veterans Bill
A veteran's bill that is up for debate in theA U.S. Senate is getting an amendment from Missouri's senior U.S. Senator.
New estimate for Afghan war: $1 million per soldier
Senior administration officials reported to the New York Times today that budget projections for the war in Afghanistan will cost U.S. taxpayers at least $1 million per soldier, per year.
Parents as Teacher's celebrates 25 years
Missouri's Parents As Teachers Program focuses on education beginning at home. Photo illustration ST.
Deficit looms over plan for Afghanistan
President Obama's looming decision on whether to send more troops to Afghanistan is primarily a military one, but it also has substantial budget implications that are adding pressure to limit the commitment, senior administration officials say.
Sen. Bond talks health care with Chamber of Commerce
A group primarily made up of insurance and health care providers asked Missouri's senior senator Friday morning about the proposed changes to health care and the effect reform would have on Missourians.
Homebuyer Tax Credit, Jobless Benefits Extension May Pass in Senate Today
The U.S. Senate may approve as early as today a $45 billion plan to expand a tax credit for first- time homebuyers, extend jobless benefits and provide tax refunds to money-losing companies.
Homebuilders Win Senate Vote, Everyone Else Loses
The Senate approved yet another plan to stimulate the economy. It's called, throwing $33 billion at homebuilders.
Missouri Groups Host Climate Change Talks
Groups from across the Show-Me State are set to discuss climate change Wednesday night in Washington.
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Bond, Cleaver announce $1.5 million will go to Lee's Summit
Senator Kit Bond, R-Mo. and Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II, D-Mo. announced that the United States Congress approved more than $1.5 million in federal dollars to fund wastewater infrastructure improvements in the city of Lee's Summit.'My best ideas come from the people of Missouri, I listen to what their needs are back home and work for a ...
2008 Democratic Convention Watch
Depending on how you count it, there are somewhere between 15.1 million and 25 million people currently unemployed in the United States.
Detroit Tool Metal Products to Receive $2 Million in Funding for New Manufacturing Process
The U.S. Senate approved $2 million in funding to develop an improved manufacturing process for the use of advanced titanium metal in military vehicles, part of a $214 million appropriation package to be used in important defense projects.
2008 Democratic Convention Watch
More GOP nomination hold nonsense
Here's another example of the GOP holding up Obama nominations for ridiculous reasons : The nomination of one agency head continues to be held up in the Senate: Martha Johnson, tapped by the president in April to be head of the General Services Administration.
The Next Front: Southeast Asia and the Road to Global Peace with Islam
Senator Christopher Bond appeared on C-SPAN's Washington Journal to talk about his book, "The Next Front." Sen.
Bond, Brownback and Roberts OK with rape-friendly contracts
There are a few things that the majority of us can agree on. Among those things: Rape is bad.
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