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Debate Continues Over Ending Twice-Yearly Clock Changes

Proposals range from permanent daylight saving time to splitting the difference, but no consensus yet

People Love to Hate Changing Clocks Twice a Year, But Can't Agree How to Fix It

Clocks will skip ahead an hour at 2 a.m. Sunday for daylight saving time, creating a 23-hour day that throws off sleep schedules and inspires millions of complaints.

Debate Continues Over Ending Biannual Clock Changes

Proposals range from permanent daylight saving time to splitting the difference, but no consensus on best solution

Museum Cafe Patron Refused to Give Up Chair Holding Purse

Miss Manners weighs in on the etiquette of sharing seating in crowded public spaces.

Carl Eldon Shaffer, 53, Dies in Griswold, Iowa

Longtime Griswold resident passed away at his home on February 24, 2026.

Roy Wesley Morrow, 74, Dies in Missouri

Longtime Marshall resident and community member passes away at University Hospital and Clinics in Columbia

Rainbow Grocery Cooperative Celebrates 50 Years in San Francisco

The community-focused natural foods store has survived and thrived in a changing retail landscape.

Obituary of Catherine Ann 'Katie' Banks

Longtime Illinois business owner and community member passes away at 69

Evelyn Marie McClusky, Longtime Newport Resident, Passes Away at 76

McClusky was known for her passion for politics, journalism, and the outdoors.

Cansata L. Arnold, Longtime Sedalia Resident, Dies at 78

Arnold was a hairdresser and cosmetologist who was active in her local church and community.

Patch AM: Donuts with Grown-ups and 10 More Events in Kirkwood

Upcoming events in Kirkwood include a Purim Shabbat, a UV Variety Show, and a Chamber Trivia Night.

Longtime Christopher Resident Jimmie D. Gosney Dies at 85

Gosney owned a construction company and served in the U.S. Air Force.

Longtime Missouri Pilot, Police Officer, and Mason Michael Ray Thomas Dies at 70

Thomas was a decorated Navy pilot, police officer, and active member of the Masonic community.

Ellen Kay Bringas, 84, Remembered for Faith and Family

Longtime Missouri resident and homemaker passed away in February 2026

Timothy Ray Burdick, 46, Passes Away

Longtime Ozarks resident and family man is remembered by loved ones

Beloved Sulphur Rock Resident Mary Lee Ferrell Passes Away at 93

Mary Lee (Whiteside) Ferrell, a devoted family matriarch, is remembered for her generous spirit and kind heart.

Benton Man Christopher Scott Osborn Dies at 35

Osborn leaves behind five children and a legacy of hobbies and family

Betty Ann Hupp, Longtime Slater Resident, Dies at 89

Hupp worked as a custodian for 29 years in the Orearville School District and St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Marshall, MO Man Mark Douglas Butner Dies at 71

Longtime resident was known for his big heart and straight-talking personality.

Douglas County Businesses Prepare for World Cup Visitors with Social Media Workshop

Local businesses learn strategies to engage with potential Algeria fans and other international visitors.