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Friday, March 15, 2013  Residents say synthetic drugs have become a big problem in their middle and high schools.

Thursday, December 13, 2012  A report for the consideration of charges may be sent to the prosecuting attorney once lab tests are done.

Sunday, August 28, 2011  New restrictions in Missouri on synthetic substances that can mimic the effects of illegal drugs are now in place.

Saturday, August 27, 2011  A new state law takes effect on August 28, 2011 at midnight banning the sale of certain bath salts and other types of synthetic marijuana.