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Wide-ranging discussions at Missouri legislative day

Benjamin Herrold
Mar 9, 2018
Mar 9, 2018 Updated Mar 20, 2018

Missouri Capital close up with flag — Photo by Benjamin Herrold

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri Farm Bureau hosted its annual legislative day on Feb. 27 in Jefferson City.

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