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Potential smoking ban concerns local business owners 

Even though there is no hint of immediate action, the mere thought of the Jefferson City Council proposing an ordinance that would make all buildings smoke-free has left some wondering why the government would step in to ask smokers to step out before they light up.

Almost seven years ago, Jason Jordan bought Mortimer Kegley's, and while he is not a smoker, he says the idea of an ordinance banning smoking inside bars like his is something he ardently opposes.

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