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Thursday, April 18, 2013  Missouri Governor Jay Nixon's quest to expand Medicaid to more lower-income adults is getting both support and opposition.

Thursday, April 18, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon visited La Plata High School to recognize the district for its continued academic excellence.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  The State Parks Youth Corps (SPYC) program is returning again.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  The declaration also allows state agencies to coordinate directly with cities and counties to provide emergency services.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Gov. Jay Nixon is touting a proposal to increase funding for regional drug task forces in Missouri.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  K-REDI has endorsed the Medicaid expansion.

Monday, November 05, 2012  Governor Jay Nixon talks about what he would do if re-elected.

Friday, November 02, 2012  First ever Missouri Governor's Youth Deer Hunt.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012  Candidate for Missouri Governor, Dave Spence speaks about his plans for Missouri if he's elected governor.

Thursday, September 13, 2012  Missouri House Republicans have decided against trying to override Democratic Governor Jay Nixon's veto of legislation on vehicle sales taxes.

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  Governor Jay Nixon announced on Tuesday an emergency program to help Missouri farmers suffering from the statewide drought drill or deepen water wells to benefit their livestock or crops.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  Governor Jay Nixon made a stop in Kirksville on Wednesday morning.

Tuesday, April 17, 2012  Tuesday was a big day for firefighters across Missouri as Governor Jay Nixon proclaimed Fire Fighters Day.

Friday, April 13, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Wednesday, February 08, 2012  Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has restored about $40 million to higher education in the state.