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In first days, Biden flashes action as deep problems loom WASHINGTON (AP) — Inside the White House, President Joe Biden presided over a focused launch of his administration, using his first days in office to break with his predecessor while signing executive orders meant as a display of action to address the historic challenges he inherited. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2021 @ 12:05am

Supporters' words may play role against Trump at impeachment trial The words of Donald Trump supporters who are accused of participating in the deadly U.S. Capitol riot may end up being used against him in his Senate impeachment trial as he faces the charge of inciting a violent insurrection. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2021 @ 12:05am

Aloha shirts on 'boogaloos' link symbol of peace to violence HONOLULU (AP) — People following a violent movement that promotes a second U.S. civil war or the breakdown of modern society have been showing up at recent protests across the nation armed and wearing tactical gear. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2021 @ 12:05am

Auxvasse candidates for general municipal election confirmed On Friday, Auxvasse City Clerk Sandy Lavy confirmed the candidates who've filed to run in the April 6 general municipal election. by Fulton Sun staff report Published Jan. 24 2021 @ 12:05am

Loafer's Week postponed The 61st annual Auxvasse Loafer's Week has been postponed, longtime organizer Donal Knipp said. by Helen Wilbers Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 8:18pm

Runge hosts event to view bald eagles on Missouri River Below freezing temperatures and a biting wind couldn't keep people away from an opportunity to view bald eagles this weekend during the Eagle Explore at the Marion Access on the Missouri River event held by the Runge Nature Center. by Madeleine Leroux Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 8:16pm

MDC naturalist shares tips for tackling winter backpacking Missouri Department of Conservation naturalist Lisa Richter shared tips for backpacking during a virtual talk Friday afternoon. by Helen Wilbers Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 8:09pm

FMS JAG students collecting donations for community service Fulton Middle School Jobs for America's Graduates students are collecting donations of fleece blanket kits, luggage and backpacks to comfort fellow children in need. by Olivia Garrett Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 8:06pm

Larry King, broadcasting giant for half-century, dies at 87 LOS ANGELES (AP) — Larry King, the suspenders-sporting everyman whose broadcast interviews with world leaders, movie stars and ordinary Joes helped define American conversation for a half-century, died Saturday. He was 87. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 7:27am

A year after Wuhan lockdown, a world still deep in crisis Nearly a year to the day after the Chinese city of Wuhan went into lockdown to contain a virus that had already escaped, President Joe Biden began putting into effect a new war plan for fighting the outbreak in the U.S., Germany topped 50,000 deaths, and Britain closed in on 100,000. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 12:05am

Yellen's nomination as treasury secretary advances in Senate WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate Finance Committee approved President Joe Biden's nomination of Janet Yellen to be the nation's 78th treasury secretary on Friday, setting up a final vote that would make her the first woman to hold the job. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 12:05am

Schumer: Trump impeachment trial starts week of Feb. 8 WASHINGTON (AP) — Opening arguments in the Senate impeachment trial for Donald Trump over the Capitol riot will begin the week of Feb. 8, the first time a former president will face such charges after leaving office. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 12:05am

Austin wins Senate confirmation as 1st Black Pentagon chief WASHINGTON (AP) — Lloyd J. Austin, a West Point graduate who rose to the Army's elite ranks and marched through racial barriers in a 41-year career, won Senate confirmation Friday to become the nation's first Black secretary of defense. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 12:05am

Fulton student earns speech and debate award Fulton High School debater Teddy Hubbuch earned the National Speech & Debate Association's Academic All American award. by the Fulton Sun Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 12:05am

Fulton students donate 100 "warmth" bags Students at Fulton Public Schools were able to put together 100 bags of donations aimed at helping the homeless population warm. by Olivia Garrett Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 12:05am

Virtual tour series of Capitol history, artwork launched Missouri State Museum recently launched a Missouri state Capitol virtual tour series for educators and the public. by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Published Jan. 23 2021 @ 12:05am

North Callaway tech upgrades in progress Aside from an annual monitoring fee, the project's costs should be covered by state and county CARES Act funds, North Callaway business manager Kellie Chapin said. by Helen Wilbers Published Jan. 22 2021 @ 11:40pm

New Bloomfield recognized for Monday Academy New Bloomfield R-3 Schools has been recognized with a statewide innovation award in recognition of its Monday Academy program, which provides extra support and remediation for students. by Olivia Garrett Published Jan. 22 2021 @ 11:36pm

Common COVID-19 vaccine questions answered Dr. Margaret Day, family medicine physician and co-chair of MU Health Care's COVID-19 vaccine committee, answered common questions Thursday during a Facebook Live presentation. by Helen Wilbers Published Jan. 22 2021 @ 11:33pm

Fauci takes 'liberating' turn at center stage WASHINGTON (AP) — Dr. Anthony Fauci is back.In truth, the nation's leading infectious-diseases expert never really went away. by Associated Press Published Jan. 22 2021 @ 12:05am

Biden's climate steps could have big impact on energy firms NEW YORK (AP) — President Joe Biden has put his team to work reviewing dozens of actions taken by former President Donald Trump, aiming to reverse orders he said harm the environment or endanger public health. by Associated Press Published Jan. 22 2021 @ 12:05am

Romanian activist urges people to do something good every day NUCSOARA, Romania (AP) — A gentle hero to many in Romania, Valeriu Nicolae said, at heart, he is more like former NBA star Michael Jordan — highly competitive and eager to improve in what he does best. by Associated Press Published Jan. 22 2021 @ 12:05am

Biden signs burst of virus orders, requires masks for travel WASHINGTON (AP) — With a burst of executive orders, President Joe Biden served notice Thursday that the nation's COVID-19 response is under new management, and he's demanding progress to reduce infections and lift the siege Americans have endured for nearly a year. by Associated Press Published Jan. 22 2021 @ 12:05am