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Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Oklahoma congressman proposes $20 billion spending cut over 10 years in nation's food stamps program

Sunday, February 10, 2013  Accounting students and members of Beta Alpha Psi at Truman State University offers free tax preparation to students and the community.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Filling out a FAFSA form can be complicated, but is worth the time and effort.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Needy families across twelve Missouri counties will be affected by cut funding.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  A sperm donor in Kansas is fighting a state effort to force him to pay child support for a child conceived through artificial insemination by a lesbian couple.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  It's never too soon to think about financial aid opportunities.

Monday, October 29, 2012  Budget cuts throughout the state of Iowa means that change is on the way for Iowa's Crime Victim Assistance program.

Thursday, October 25, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Monday, October 01, 2012  Cooler temperature bring about the home heating season. Help is available.

Wednesday, September 26, 2012  Hy-Vee has Fuel Call for those who need assistance pumping gas.

Thursday, September 20, 2012  That's why Southern Iowa Economic Development Association wants low income home owners and renters to get signed-up for the low-income heating and assistance program or LIHEAP

Monday, August 27, 2012  Monday's activities fair included a unique program that teaches financial responsiblity.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012  Vision loss brings on many problems for seniors.

Wednesday, August 08, 2012  President Obama will be making a three-day sweep through the Hawkeye State next week.