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Thursday, May 09, 2013  A southwest Missouri man has been indicted in a scheme to launder the proceeds of a scheme to sell spent cooking oil that had been stolen from restaurants.

Sunday, January 13, 2013  KRCG 13 will be covering all Inauguration Day events both on air and on ConnectMidMissouri.com. Restaurants are also preparing for the large orders they have to fill for the big day.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  The company will close between six and eight locations

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  As lawmakers return to Jefferson City, restaurants see an increase in business.

Monday, January 07, 2013  Months after robbing a McDonald's, the suspected robber returns to eat, but the staff recognize him.

Monday, October 29, 2012  Two Columbia Mall food court restaurants closed for management changes.

Monday, October 08, 2012  Food safety violations force two food court restaurants to close on Columbus Day at Columbia Mall.

Thursday, August 30, 2012  Businesses right down the street from the Republican National Convention are losing money.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  Business is looking good at the lake this year, and business oweners hope to keep the good times rolling through Labor Day.

Friday, August 03, 2012  Gay rights activists answer 'Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day' with national 'Kiss In'

Wednesday, August 01, 2012  Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, a Baptist minister, declared Wednesday national "Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day."

Tuesday, May 22, 2012  The latest plan for Ballpark Village in St. Louis is far less ambitious than previous proposals, but the Cardinals say it is far more likely to succeed.

Monday, April 02, 2012  It's a whopper of a menu change as Burger King adds smoothies, snack wraps, salads that are like McDonald's.

Thursday, February 23, 2012  Participating restaurants selling tickets for new Ronald McDonald House in Columbia

Friday, January 13, 2012  The inaugural Mid-Missouri restaurant week kicks off Friday. For every special meal served, 10-percent of the amount raised will be set aside for the Buddy Pack Program.