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Wednesday, January 02, 2013  Researchers say Missouri misses out on millions of dollars each year in tax revenue that could be collected on Internet sales.

Monday, December 17, 2012  House Speaker John Boehner is offering $1 trillion in higher tax revenue over 10 years and an increase in the top tax rate on people making more than $1 million a year.

Thursday, June 02, 2011  Job gains boost state tax revenue for 2nd straight year, helping lawmakers narrow budget gaps

Thursday, September 02, 2010  Missouri's tax revenues increased slightly in August but not enough to reverse declines from the previous month.

Friday, July 23, 2010  The Iowa Legislative Services Agency says the state brought in $564.1 million in tax receipts last month, a boost of $44.3 million compared with June last year.

Wednesday, July 07, 2010  Study: Legalizing pot in Calif could cause prices to plummet, curb potential tax windfall

Thursday, June 03, 2010  Missouri tax revenues are showing some signs of improvement.

Monday, March 15, 2010  With estimates of expected tax revenue in hand, lawmakers will begin crafting final spending bills this week and push to beat a March 31 deadline to adjourn.

Friday, March 12, 2010  A panel of budget forecasters expects Iowa's tax revenue to be flat for the next few months but rise a bit in the next fiscal year.

Wednesday, March 03, 2010  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Thursday, October 08, 2009  Iowa Gov. Chet Culver says he'll sign an executive order cutting the state budget by 10 percent in response to a big drop in tax revenue.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009  Developers with TradeWind Energy meet with Adair County Commissioners to discuss wind project.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009  The news came as a pleasant surprise for Kirksville's tourism director.

Sunday, June 28, 2009  Adair County has been declared a federal disaster area and taxpayers in the area may be able to get some tax relief.

Sunday, March 22, 2009  Lawmakers finally know how much money Iowa will receive in tax revenue and this week will focus on cutting budgets and beginning the process of closing down this year's legislative session.