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The weather is warming up and it’s a great time of year for the home improvement projects you’ve been putting off over the winter. No matter the size of your project, hiring the right contractor is one of the most important things you can do to make sure everything goes smoothly. Home improvement can be

Losing an extra hour of sleep may not be the worst thing that could happen when you “spring forward” at the start of daylight saving time. According to the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, scientific researchers have noticed a marked increase in heart attacks

The week before legislative spring break is upon us. For me, that means returning to the great 125th district, attending events, working, and catching up on issues brought to my attention by my constituents. The busy nature of the legislature this time of year is one I embrace and enjoy. Many of the state representatives

We’re getting into the thick of tax season, and if you’ve been reviewing your finances, you might be looking for ways to address outstanding debts. If you’re thinking about credit repair and debt relief services, do your research before you hire anyone. Debt-related services come in many forms: • Credit counseling firms offer educational programs

By Mark Alford What’s Going On in Washington—President Trump’s State of the Union wasn’t complicated. It was clear, confident, and rooted in results. The message was simple: America is back. And the state of our Union is STRONG. Strength doesn’t come from speeches. It comes from policies that work for real people. That’s exactly what

This week the  Missouri Senate Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee heard another one of my pieces of legislation. Senate Bill 1094 addresses an issue I was made aware of in my district dealing with election publications of a bond issue. This fix is a combined effort of the State Auditor’s office, our county clerks,

It may feel hard to believe, but the 2026 tax season is picking up! Taxes can be complicated, and laws may change from year to year – particularly this year after the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill. If you’ve experienced major life changes, own a business, or just want to feel sure that

More of my legislative priorities are moving forward this session. On Thursday, Feb. 19, the Missouri Senate passed Senate Bill 835 and sent it to the Missouri House of Representatives for similar consideration. This legislation would update provisions relating to bankruptcy and garnishments. Senate Bill 1423 would modify provisions relating to physician licensure. This bill

By Mark Alford What’s Going On in Washington—Seventy-four million Americans voted for border enforcement, law and order, and a secure homeland. Instead of accepting that reality, Senate Democrats chose chaos. They shut down the Department of Homeland Security, and not to fix a “problem” but to attempt to score political points. Let’s be clear: this

By Sawyer Bess, Missouri News Network Local officials pushed back Wednesday against a Senate bill that would end both state and local sales tax on food and grocery items. Senate Bill 1239’s sponsor, Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman, R-Arnold, said she is looking to increase affordability for Missourians as prices rise. “Missourians are paying more and