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Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (R-Mo.) issued the following statement regarding today’s gun control vote on S.2938 in the House: “Jeopardizing our Second Amendment and violating law-abiding gun owners’ right to self-defense is the wrong approach to ending gun violence. While crime is skyrocketing across America, Washington Democrats would rather go after those who follow the law

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources provides weatherization assistance statewide to help eligible participants increase energy efficiency and improve the health of their homes. Here are some summertime cooling tips to help gain energy efficiency benefits: Use Air Conditioning Wisely Set your thermostat as high as comfortably possible. The less difference between the indoor and

When you’re decluttering and organizing your home, you’re bound to find some items you might like to donate. Better Business Bureau (BBB) reminds consumers to do research before they make a donation. “Between thrift shops, drop-off bins and collection trucks that go through neighborhoods, it is easy to get rid of unwanted items,” said Stephanie

Senator Roy Blunt (Mo.) released the following statement applauding Senate passage of the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2022. The bill passed the Senate by a vote of 84-14, with Blunt voting in favor of the legislation. “Toxic-exposed veterans may not develop an illness for

State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, announces the governor has signed one of her pieces of legislation into law. “Senate Bill 655 will allow all counties the option to provide coverage for most public safety personnel through the Missouri Local Government Employees’ Retirement System (LAGERS),” Sen. Crawford said. “This is another tool to attract and retain

Dear Friends, There’s more fiber being laid in Missouri! This time it’s in Osage Valley near I-49 as part of a $75 million project which will give broadband access to 16,000 households. I was blessed to participate in the unveiling ceremony in Butler last May as Osage Valley Electric Cooperative announced their partnership with internet

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources usually uses ground-penetrating radar, or GPR, for finding waterlines and leaks or buried tanks. However, the department put that technology to another use at Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site, where several unmarked graves in both cemeteries on the property were discovered. “During my new employee orientation

In this red-hot housing market, home inspectors are in high demand, since their work is a critical step in the purchase process. Only a thorough, professional inspection of the home’s physical structure and mechanical condition, from roof to foundation, can uncover the issues you’ll need to watch for as a homeowner and potentially discuss with

Cassie Downs, Christian Blogger Do you know what my favorite part of pregnancy was? Delivery. Crazy right!? Don’t get me wrong, with every child I went into labor and delivery completely terrified of the pain I was about to endure, but I loved knowing that the endless potty breaks, the uncomfortable sleeping situation, the swollen

Reverse mortgages are widely advertised to seniors as a popular way to access the equity of their home, which may be attractive to consumers seeking a quick source for cash during tough financial times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Homeowners should fully understand all the costs, terms and conditions before applying for a reverse mortgage. A