By Rudi Keller | Deputy Editor
“If you’re not being paid and you don’t have an education base to be able to do your very best, then people don’t want to stay in our field.”
– Beth Ann Lang, of Child Care Aware of Missouri, on childcare staffing issues.
Missouri's Division of Cannabis Regulation has issued a product recall for marijuana products sold by CPC of Missouri–Smithville LLC (photo courtesy of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services).
by Rebecca Rivas
When Missouri cannabis regulators recalled hundreds of marijuana vape pens last month, the Kansas City-based manufacturer said the issue was related to “evolving” testing requirements for licensed facilities. But state regulators say the testing rules did not change.
A school playground in Jefferson County (Ryleigh Hindle/Missouri Business Alert)
by Emma Jones
As more discussions about supplying adequate, affordable childcare are had across the state, childcare centers continue to struggle with staff retention. Beth Ann Lang, deputy chief executive officer of Child Care Aware of Missouri, said there are many deep-rooted issues within the early childcare industry, but she feels that low wages and a lack of education requirements for workers in the field heavily impact turnover.
Larvae hatch from New World screwworm eggs within about 24 hours before burrowing into the infested animal’s wound to feed on living flesh (Photo courtesy of USDA).
by Kevin Hardy
The New World screwworm has arrived in the United States. For years, ranchers across Southern states have prepared for a potential invasion of the flesh-eating parasite that can wreak havoc on livestock, pets and even humans.
States step into voting rights void left by federal rulings | Anna Claire Vollers
More states restrict 3D-printed firearms | Newsroom or reporter name
Judge allows UFC cage matches to go ahead on White House lawn | Ashley Murray
In prisons and jails, a lack of sleep may harm health and safety | Amanda Watford
As ICE presence at World Cup looms, fans and local leaders prepare | Shalina Chatlani
NEWS TO KNOW
A daily roundup of Missouri headlines.
Child care centers across Missouri grapple with staff retention issues | Missouri Business Alert via Southeast Missourian
Middle school grudges and racist texts: 5 ex-sheriff’s staffers sue St. Louis | St. Louis Public Radio
Thanks for reading The Daily Independent. Did you know our weekend digest is also free? Sign up here. And if you enjoyed today’s edition, please forward to a friend. Increasing our readership helps us cover more news.