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Mid-Missouri spared bad weather

Compared to other parts of Missouri and the Midwest, Mid-Missouri seemed to have been spared much of the brunt of Monday’s storms.

Tickets available for Aurora Alumni Dinner

Tickets are currently available for the Aurora Alumni Association Dinner, which will be held Saturday, May 25, at California High School. The meal will be served from 6-6:45 p.m. The menu, which will be catered by Burl Lutz, Lutz BBQ, will consist of brisket, fried chicken, Lutz's famous chips, salad and dessert. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the following businesses in California: Beauty Bar, Carol's Beauty Salon, Bond Pharmacy, Mr. G's Liquor Store, Central Bank (uptown and downtown), Hawthorn Bank and Commerce Bank. For more information call Sally Vogel at 573-796-4851 or 573-796-3269.

Early Deadlines set for the California Democrat

Early Deadlines for Califonria Democrat

Severe storms crossing Mid-Missouri

Thunderstorms could continue across Mid-Missouri until after midnight. A tornado watch is in effect until 1 a.m. Tuesday.

Lawmakers send school, public buildings security plans law to governor

With just 2 1/2 hours to spare before the Legislature's 6 p.m. deadline, the state Senate cast the final votes needed to send Gov. Jay Nixon a bill re-imposing closed-records status to security and emergency response plans for schools and other public buildings.

Threat of further filibuster kills transportation sales tax for session

State Sen. Mike Kehoe reluctantly admitted defeat this morning on his proposal for a 10-year, one-cent sales tax to pay for transportation improvements.

Benefit for Bob Propst Saturday

Eagles Hosting benefit for Bob Propst

Westbrooks-Taylor leaves High Point

Westbrooks-Taylor leaves High Point after 10 year tenure

California High School FFA Banquet held

The annual California FFA Banquet was held Thursday, April 25, in the California High School Commons, with students and adults recognized for achievements and assistance.