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Tthe Missouri Department of Natural Resources embarked on an intensive six-month project to develop Missouri’s next State Energy Plan. Guidehouse, the contractor for the new plan,  will work with the department’s State Energy Program to conduct economic and power sector modeling, and demand forecasting. The team will also develop policy recommendations. “Missouri’s energy landscape has

A beautiful yard takes hard work, and sometimes you need to call in the experts. When choosing a lawn care professional, BBB recommends looking for a responsive company with a strong track record of trustworthy business practices. Complaints to BBB about lawn or landscaping companies include subpar work, failure to communicate or failure to complete

By Mark Alford What’s Going On in Washington—America has always been a nation of action, of opportunity, of doing the right thing at the right time. And right now, we are on the edge of our next big act. One that ensures our elections are secure, our voices are heard, and our future stays in

This week was extremely busy. Three of my bills were heard in committee. Senate Bill 1543 was heard in the Insurance and Banking Committee. This bill strengthens consumer protections, reduces fraud, and makes meaningful investments to improve the resilience of Missouri homes by updating key provisions of homeowner’s insurance. Senate Bill 1575 makes a technical

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,