Emerson speaks to Jackson Kiwanis

U.S. Rep. Jo Ann Emerson, R-Mo., spoke to the Jackson Kiwanis Club at its luncheon Thursday, speaking about the budget climate, what that means and what it means for future generations of Americans. Her talk also touched on the local economy and how citizens can advocate together for Southeast Missouri on regional, state and national levels.

"The membership of the Jackson Kiwanis is extremely active in our community," Emerson said. "The opportunity to talk and to hear from local leaders is so important to the job of representing our congressional district."