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Jamie Burger's bill aims to mandate Ten Commandments in Missouri's public, charter school classrooms

Feb. 7

Jamie Burger's bill aims to mandate Ten Commandments in Missouri's public, charter school classroomsMissouri Senator Jamie Burger has introduced a bill that would mandate the display of the Ten Commandments in public and charter school classrooms. The legislation, aimed at promoting prayer, faces potential legal challenges.

State Rep. Voss introduces bill to assist Missouri coroners

Jan. 31

State Rep. Voss introduces bill to assist Missouri coronersMissouri's House Bill 1122, introduced by Rep. John Voss, seeks to mandate annual training, increase pay and provide grant funding for coroners. The bill aims to standardize and enhance coroner qualifications.

Southeast Missouri leaders react to Trump's return to White House, immediate plans for office

Jan. 21

Southeast Missouri leaders react to Trump's return to White House, immediate plans for officeSoutheast Missouri leaders react to Trump's return to the presidency, expressing support for his agenda on border security, energy policy and trade tariffs, while local Democrats voice concerns over potential chaos.

New governor focuses on crime, education, tax cuts in inaugural address

Jan. 14

New governor focuses on crime, education, tax cuts in inaugural addressMissouri's new governor, Mike Kehoe, emphasizes tackling crime, enhancing education and cutting taxes in his inaugural address. He shares his journey from humble beginnings and pledges bipartisan collaboration.

Gov. Mike Kehoe issues orders to track undocumented migrants, boost trooper pay

Jan. 14

Gov. Mike Kehoe issues orders to track undocumented migrants, boost trooper payGov. Mike Kehoe has issued orders to track undocumented migrants and increase trooper pay as part of a crime-fighting initiative. The measures include immigration enforcement training and a task force to address outstanding warrants.

Local legislators sworn in as 103rd General Assembly commences

Jan. 9

Local legislators sworn in as 103rd General Assembly commencesMissouri's 103rd General Assembly kicks off with Senator Jamie Burger and Representatives David Dolan, Barry Hovis and John Voss taking their oaths.

Wayne Wallingford reflects on tenure as Missouri Revenue director, welcomes successor

Jan. 9

Wayne Wallingford reflects on tenure as Missouri Revenue director, welcomes successorWayne Wallingford reflects on his tenure as Missouri Department of Revenue director as he welcomes Trish Vincent as his successor. Wallingford, appointed in 2021, expresses gratitude and support for the transition.

Holly Thompson Rehder reflects on decade of service as Missouri legislator

Jan. 7

Holly Thompson Rehder reflects on decade of service as Missouri legislator Holly Thompson Rehder reflects on her decadelong political career in Missouri after leaving her Senate seat. She shares her achievements, challenges and future plans, including public speaking and potential new roles.

Local legislators prepare, share goals for upcoming legislative session

Jan. 3

Local legislators prepare, share goals for upcoming legislative sessionLocal legislators gear up for Missouri's 103rd General Assembly, focusing on tax cuts, crime control, coroner qualifications and water rights, among other issues.

Missouri's Eric Schmitt appointed to key Senate roles

Dec. 31, 2024

Missouri's Eric Schmitt appointed to key Senate rolesSen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) has been appointed to five key Senate committees for the 119th Congress, including the Commerce, Armed Services and Judiciary committees.

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