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If you have a college student who’s starting a new school year, now’s a good time to talk about taking care of their money and personal information while they’re on campus. College is the first time many young adults are out on their own and spending their own money. New students often have clean credit

By: Mark Alford What’s going on in Washington— As a proud Republican representing Missouri’s Fourth District, I’ve seen firsthand how unchecked illegal immigration burdens our communities, strains resources, and threatens national security. That’s why I wholeheartedly support the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This landmark legislation delivers on the promises we’ve made to the American

The 2025-2026 Official State Highway Map will be available to the public free of charge starting Thursday, Aug. 7. Printed copies of the map will be available at the Highway Gardens Expo Center at the Missouri State Fair, which runs from Aug. 7-17 in Sedalia. “Having access to one of these printed maps means you’re

The first day of school will be here before you know it. School supplies can be expensive, so it makes sense to search out the best prices – just make sure you’re not falling for a deal that’s too good to be true. Plenty of retailers capitalize on the busy back-to-school buying season with late

By: Mark Alford What’s going on in Washington— For years, including on my last day as a television news anchor, I have said the truth is the only thing that matters. As your representative, I am steadfast in my pursuit of transparency regarding the horrific crimes of Jeffrey Epstein. The darkness surrounding this case must

It takes a village to close on a home. From real estate agents to home inspectors, buyers want to have trust in the professionals who will help them make critical decisions throughout the buying process. There can be a lot of pressure to move quickly during the homebuying process, so it’s best to have that

by Mark Alford What’s going on in Washington— As your representative, I’m here to cut through the noise and set the record straight on the issues that matter to you. My office is your resource, your advocate, and your problem-solver. Today, I want to address the misinformation swirling around Medicaid reforms and share how we’re

Senator Josh Hawley is now trying to undo the very Medicaid cuts he voted for. After supporting the GOP budget bill that is now law – a bill that cuts trillions from Medicaid and threatens to gut rural health care – Hawley has introduced new legislation to reverse some of the damage he caused. If

by Mark Alford What’s going on in Washington— The U.S. House of Representatives delivered a historic victory for innovation, economic freedom, and American leadership. Dubbed “Crypto Week,” we passed three landmark bills—the CLARITY Act, the GENIUS Act, and the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act—fulfilling President Trump’s vision to make America the crypto capital of the world.

A short-term rental is a great solution for a summer weekend getaway or any trip where you’re looking for an experience that’s different from a standard hotel room. However, keep in mind that short-term rentals often have different fees, policies and cancellation terms than hotels. They may have different expectations for guests or different amenities