The latest local news, weather and high school sports in and around Columbia and Jefferson City

Today at 5:00 AM  High crop prices entice farmers to expand planting into old golf courses, wildlife preserves

Thursday, March 21, 2013  US mink farms grow as Chinese consumers' demand for fur coats sends pelt prices skyrocketing

Monday, October 01, 2012 

Wednesday, September 05, 2012  Electric customers of Ameren Missouri will get a small break on their bills because of a decline in fuel prices.

Tuesday, August 28, 2012  Tropical Storm Isaac is likely to have only a slight impact on gas prices initially.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  Many say Jefferson C©ity has had higher prices for years.

Thursday, June 07, 2012  More than a summer break, poll finds Americans want a break on their energy bills

Wednesday, May 02, 2012  Thighs, drumsticks climb pecking order as US, foreign consumers demand flavorful dark meat

Wednesday, April 04, 2012  Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill is on a statewide tour this week talking about the economy.

Wednesday, April 04, 2012  Sen. Claire McCaskill is launching a statewide tour starting with a stop in St. Louis.

Monday, March 05, 2012  Rising prices at Missouri gas pumps aren't just hitting consumers hard, the state is also feeling the pinch.

Saturday, February 25, 2012  Obama says no quick fixes to energy squeeze, derides GOP drilling plan as a gimmick

Friday, February 17, 2012  Consumer prices rose modest 0.2 percent in January, pushed up by higher costs for gas, clothes

Wednesday, February 15, 2012  If gasoline prices continue to rise at today’s pace, we should hit $4.00 a gallon by May, if not sooner.

Monday, January 02, 2012  Lottery organizers hope the price change will entice more people to play because jackpots are getting bigger and the odds of winning are improving.