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Turkey doesn't make you that sleepy, and Pilgrims were latecomers
Demolishing a handful of popular Thanksgiving myths with the help of history and nutrition alike.
Former executive director files lawsuit against YouZeum
Gwen Robbins has filed a lawsuit citing defamation and negligence against both The YouZeum Inc. and Glenn McElroy, who was chairman of the YouZeum board of directors while Robbins was employed.
Couple begins business to help seniors downsize, relocate
Mickey and Ralph Havener had plenty of experience helping seniors make the transition to smaller living spaces when they decided to open their business.
Salvation Army kettles now accept credit, debit
The addition of a card reader on the iconic red kettles does take some getting used to, but volunteers and shoppers seem to like the idea.
Toyota replacing about 4 million gas pedals that could jam
The recall applies to three Lexus models, the Avalon and Camry, the top selling car in the U.S. The pedal is linked to a fiery crash that killed four in San Diego.
Columbia stores, customers anticipate Black Friday rush
Black Friday bargain hunters will find promotions, extended hours.
Crash survivors from St. Louis to try again on Africa documentary
St. Louis men plead guilty to selling stolen goods, sending profits to Mideast
The U.S. attorney's office wouldn't say how much money the men sent to Palestine.
Missouri ordered to pay $152,000 to janitorial company
The judge ruled the firm couldn't have known some employees were illegal immigrants. He also ordered that the company be made eligible for future state contracts.
Bankruptcy filings up by 23 percent in Missouri
The increase in filings means the state ranks 14th in the nation for the number of filings per capita.
Obama expects support for more Afghanistan troops
The surge of more than 30,000 troops could raise the cost of the war to $75 billion a year. The plan faces a challenge from the American public and from Congress.
Thanksgiving from a Native American perspective
While some Native Americans feel conflicted about the holiday, for most it is just another day to give thanks.
Stores look to basics to attract holiday shoppers on Black Friday
Retailers are responding to tough economic times by luring people to their stores with practical items.
What you need to know about Black Friday shopping
The holiday shopping season kicks off with sales and discounts on Black Friday, the day that's best known for sending stores into profitablility, or "the black."
Police officer of 18 years arrested on suspicion of DWI
Ted Anderson, a patrol officer, was arrested early Tuesday and placed on administrative leave.
Belief in brief: Eid al-Adha
The feast of sacrifice is a three-day Muslim holiday marking Ibrahim's faith. This year, it begins the day after Thanksgiving.
Columbia teen sentenced for 'Knock Out King' robbery
Walter Jones received a five-year prison sentence for second-degree robbery for his involvement in the "Knock Out King" parking garage robbery in June.
Man accused in liquor store shooting released on home detention
The man is one of six arrested in connection with a February shooting death. The other five suspects are still incarcerated.
Police call debit card fraud report an isolated incident
A Columbia couple reported unauthorized charges to their bank account Nov. 16. Police say they believe it is an isolated case.
UPDATE: Columbia man charged with statutory rape
The man, who was arrested Nov. 19, has been previously arrested on abuse and assault charges.