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KCUR Morning News 9-8-10

By Maria Carter

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Kansas City, MO – A recount will continue in a Northeast Kansas City primary for the Missouri House despite a judge ordering no new election.

Missouri Democratic Senator Claire McCaskill says she's cautiously optimistic that Congress will approve President Obama's proposal to spend $50 billion on the nation's roads and bridges.

An 86-year-old central Missouri man has received the Legion of Honor medal from the French government for his actions as a U.S. soldier during World War II.

Kansas transportation officials are trying to pinpoint needed upgrades in the state's highway system.

Three companies hoping to build a state-owned casino south of Wichita will outline their proposals for the Kansas Lottery commission today.

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