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Wednesday, April 03, 2013  The Missouri Senate has passed legislation that would abolish a tax break for low-income seniors and disabled people who live in rental homes.

Thursday, March 28, 2013  Low-income seniors and disabled Missourians who live in rented homes could lose a state tax break under legislation endorsed by the state Senate.

Sunday, March 10, 2013 

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  Low-income seniors in Boone County can sign up to be paired with a volunteer who will remove snow.

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  Seniors say they're disappointed in the Heart of Missouri United Way decision to cut money from Boone County Council on Aging.

Saturday, February 18, 2012  Joplin High School seniors are getting some help for their prom, including a surprise message from pop singer Katy Perry.

Friday, September 16, 2011  Oregon couple unwittingly recorded their first use of a webcam and became online stars

Saturday, September 03, 2011  As the government continues to debate how to lower the country's debt, americans worry about cuts they might make.

Thursday, September 01, 2011  After days of speculation and meetings over whether or not the state would cancel a contract with SynCare, the state cancelled the contract on Thursday morning.

Wednesday, August 31, 2011  Officials with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services told lawmakers they had to hire 13 temporary workers and shift as many as 20 state workers from their regular jobs after widespread complaints against Syncare Incorporated.

Thursday, June 16, 2011  A senior apartment complex in Cooper County went up in flames Wednesday night.

Thursday, December 09, 2010  Gov. Jay Nixon is opposing efforts to end a Missouri tax break for some low-income seniors and disabled residents.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009  Obama calls for $250 payments to older Americans to make up for no increase in Social Security

Tuesday, March 10, 2009  Seniors gain independence using their canes to fight.