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Friday, September 09, 2011  Gov. Jay Nixon encourages Missourians to show their appreciation for men and women in uniform.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011  Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon signed House Bill 163 into law Wednesday.

Thursday, March 17, 2011  Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon will be visited Thousand Hills State Park on Wednesday afternoon to announce grant money the park will be receiving.

Friday, January 07, 2011  Governor treated and released at Jefferson City hospital.

Thursday, December 02, 2010  Gov. Jay Nixon has appointed Jennifer L. Gilworth, of Unionville, as the new Putnam County coroner.

Thursday, August 12, 2010  Missouri fairgoers are starting their annual descent on Sedalia.

Monday, April 26, 2010  The newest naval vessel to be named for the Show-Me State is proceeding toward commissioning.

Wednesday, April 07, 2010  Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon says he'll fight to preserve a tuition freeze agreement for public colleges and universities targeted by lawmakers trying to balance the budget.

Friday, November 20, 2009  Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon is toannounce plans for funding the state's community colleges.