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This week saw the first committee hearings of the 2021 legislative session. It normally takes a little time to get things moving in a new year, because of new senators and new committee assignments. Now that we are hearing legislation, things will start to proceed more quickly, with the first discussion of legislation on the

As COVID-19 vaccinations roll out across the country, a variety of scams are likely to appear in response to the vaccine initiative. Consumers should guard against fraudsters peddling phony treatments, phishing schemes, and other attempts to steal your money or personal information. Be particularly vigilant about phishing messages and robocalls impersonating government agencies and organizations

Free online events on Jan. 23 and Feb. 6 will focus on our national bird. Missouri’s Eagle Days events have become much-anticipated mid-winter routines for many families in the Show-Me State. This year, COVID-19 health concerns have changed Eagle Days to an online event, but that doesn’t diminish the ongoing efforts to celebrate our national

Missouri state park and historic site indoor spaces, including visitor centers, nature centers, museums and offices, will remain closed through Sunday, Feb. 28. Outdoor spaces and amenities, including day-use areas, lodging, campgrounds, boat ramps and trails, will remain open and available under normal offseason status, unless otherwise designated. While saety, stewardship and service are all

by Cassie Downs, Christian Blogger “You will not believe this; the transmissions out,” Dustin said. Seriously? I thought for sure he was kidding. We had just left from picking up a friend for our son, and his mom was having the same issue. Had she rubbed off on us? That’s what I went with. Honestly,

by Pastor Larry Sorrells, Rockville, Trinity UMC The Christian author and pastor Joyce Hollyday wrote a story about a school teacher assigned to visit children in a large city hospital to help them keep up with their lessons while they are recovering. One day, she received a routine call requesting she visit a particular child.

by Jordan Sillars published on www.themeateater.com For every American, 2020 will be remembered for COVID-19 and an insane presidential election. In addition to that, gun owners will recall 2020 (and spoiler alert, 2021) for more: the worst ammunition shortage in recent memory. Desperate gun owners have driven hours to pick up just a few boxes

With tax season just getting under way, some consumers rush to file taxes as soon as their employers provide a W-2. While you may get your refund fast that way, you could be missing important deductions or leave yourself in a position where you need to file an amended return. Better Business Bureau advises consumers

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (MO-04) issued the following statement as Congress undergoes the Constitutional process of certifying the 2020 presidential election results: “The assault on the United States Capitol building was appalling and something one would expect from a third world coup – not from people who consider themselves patriots. It was thuggery, plain and simple,