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A major winter storm is expected to affect more than 200 million people in the United States this weekend. Freezing rain and ice are a particular concern.
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Kansas News Service
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The Missouri Department of Transportation urges mid-Missourians to avoid unnecessary travel ahead of a winter storm coming this weekend.
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St. Louis Public Radio
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Kansas News
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Some of Kansas City’s most highly regarded culinary figures are among this year's nominees, including Helen Jo Leach and Johnny Leach at The Town Company. The list also includes several new area restaurants.
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Kansas Reflector
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Kansas News Service
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