SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Missouri is joining a list of states fighting to protect the health of low-income new mothers.
SB 45 would expand Medicaid healthcare coverage from two months to a full year. The expansion in healthcare coverage would apply to mental health services as well. President Biden first made the option for extended Medicare services back in 2021.
One area that may make a difference is with pregnant mothers or mothers who have already had a child.
Christmas Week Warm-Up
Today's first day of winter will be the coolest of the week according to the National Weather Service.
Two Lakes Region Volunteer Fire Departments Receive Grants
Two area volunteer fire departments benefit from a new grant program in Missouri.
Eureka Springs, Flippin, Harrison Officers Among Those Honored by Arkansas AG
Annually, the Arkansas Attorney General honors law enforcement officers at the Officer of the Year Luncheon.
MSHP Works Three Crashes in Christian County
A busy night for Troop D of the Missouri State Highway Patrol as they work a trio of crashes in Chrsitian County.
Jones Theatre Department performs preshow act for “PraiseFest Branson Christmas JOY!”
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — On Dec. 10-11, The College of the Ozarks Jones Theatre Department performed a preshow act for “PraiseFest Branson Christmas JOY!” in Branson, Missouri. PraiseFest is a series of uplifting Christian music and worship events held at The Mansion Theatre throughout 2025. The Christmas edition was a holiday event featuring David Phelps, The Collingsworth Family, and the original Jubilee Christmas cast.
