Members of the Missouri General Assembly gathered in the House Chamber last Tuesday afternoon to listen to the annual State of the State address delivered by Gov. Mike Kehoe. …
This announcement is for any rabid or semi-rabid Chiefs fans: Your family loves you. There is help nearby. You don't have to live like this. Some of us remember years of bad …
Last week we heard from the governor during his first State of the State address. I was heartened to hear him talk so much about the importance of cutting taxes here in Missouri to help drive …
Our Legislature was not in session Monday, Jan. 20, to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day. As we returned to the Capitol on Tuesday in the extreme cold temperatures, we were able to schedule our …
It’s official, President Donald J. Trump has been sworn in and a new era of America has begun. On day one, President Trump signed 42 Executive Orders, took 115 personnel actions, made over 200 …
Anyone who lives on a gravel road knows what happens when it snows. Your road isn’t getting bladed until all the blacktops are cleared. This past snowstorm had me holed up at home with my …
Last week the nation celebrated two very important days for our country. The holiday celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the inauguration of a new president. Martin …
Last Sunday my husband and I attended AWANA, Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed, Grandparent/Parent Night for our grandsons, Maverick and Nehemiah. This is a Christian based nonprofit organization that …
It’s important to share the achievements and progress of Tipton. And in my view, it’s equally important to acknowledge our shortcomings. This is a time of year when …
As last week began, members of the House and Senate convened for a joint session on the steps of the Missouri State Capitol building to attend the inauguration of Missouri’s …
As I start my final term representing you in the Missouri Senate, I am filled with a profound sense of duty and optimism for the 2025 legislative session. It continues to be the honor of a lifetime …
The 2025 Legislative Session began Wednesday, Jan. 8. I am beginning my fifth year representing the 58th District in the House of Representatives. My previous experience makes me more prepared for …
As the 119th Congress kicks off, the stage is set for a historic legislative session that will shape the future of our nation. And Missouri's 4th District is ready to take center stage. The …
Last week the Senate welcomed those re-elected or newly elected this past November as they were sworn in as state senators. It was an honor to welcome them to the Senate as session began once more. …
People do not behave like they did 40 years ago. Life was more formal back then. You dressed up for church. You dressed up for funerals. Family meals were a central part of daily life. People …
New Year’s resolutions come around like clockwork. Every year, folks decide they’re going to make big changes: eat healthier, exercise more or finally tackle that overflowing …
This week I would like to talk to you about Senate Bill 188, another one of the bills I have pre-filed for this coming legislative session. This bill is another attempt to help sheriffs across …
Every good gift I sat down one evening with my cup of tea to relax in front of my Christmas tree. Each year I spend countless hours looking at my tree with it’s …
Millions of people, young and old, are flocking to the southern states: Georgia, South Carolina and Florida. They relocate to warmer climes. The subdivision builders have a field …
The old spiral slide lies in a heap at the city park. A smooth gravel spot remains in its place. Through the years, a slide which hosted many children who now make up a good section of local …