SUMMARY: This week, the forecast indicates a high likelihood of snow for the upcoming days, with at least 4 inches projected across the region. The arrival of colder Arctic air suggests multiple weather disturbances will yield ample snow, likely featuring good snow ratios for accumulation. Cloud conditions will fluctuate with some light rain expected Friday, while temperatures will dip, prompting colder weather over the next week. The outlook is focused on several small to moderate snow events, with models indicating probabilities for varying accumulation levels. Overall, a busy and potentially snowy week lies ahead, requiring close monitoring.

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SUMMARY: Missouri lawmakers are proposing bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing classroom distractions by requiring students to put away their phones during instructional time. The legislation allows school districts to develop their own policies but mandates that cell phone use be restricted during lessons. Supporters, including teachers, report improved student engagement and academic performance due to similar policies in place, highlighting positive outcomes like increased homework and test scores. Eight other states have implemented similar measures, while nearly a dozen others are considering them. A vote on the legislation could occur as soon as next week.

Missouri lawmakers want students to put away their phones while in the classroom. 

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SUMMARY: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is facing delays in payments to daycares and foster parents, impacting providers like Elizabeth Hostetter, owner of The Wild Ones daycare. She hasn’t received payments since October, risking her ability to stay open as her operational costs are around $4,000 a month. Parents, like Kaitlin Shepard, emphasize the critical need for reliable daycare to maintain their jobs and contribute to the economy. While DESE claims to have resolved technical issues causing the backlog and is processing payments daily, significant delays remain, with 70% of backlog requests addressed thus far.

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