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Lawmakers returned to the State Capitol on January 3rd for the start of the 2024 legislative session. A new year brings renewed optimism of working toward the best interests of my constituents and all Missouri citizens. I want to thank you for your continued support and look forward to serving the 28th Senatorial District for

Returns are rarely fun or convenient, especially in the rush after the holidays. Insider Intelligence predicts that US retail returns will total over $625 billion this year, and over half of small to medium retail businesses anticipate they will receive more returns this year than in 2022. Stores have unique return policies and often adjust

by Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center As we make our way past the busy winter holidays, and look toward the new year, let’s all remember to stop, take a breath, and enjoy the moment. It’s an accomplishment to make it through another year, and now we can enjoy the promise of 2024. For

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is reminding Missourians that mercury still poses contamination hazards from improper handling and potential health risks from exposure. People should know what mercury is and the risks of unsafely handling the toxic material. They should also understand how to prevent spills, how to safely dispose of mercury-containing devices and

Over 1⁄4 of consumers reported to McKinsey that they intend to shop online more this holiday season compared to last year. With more online shopping comes more shipping – which means more delivery scams and theft. Delivery scams can happen at any time of year, but during the holidays, shoppers may be busy or distracted

The Missouri Champion of Children Coalition is applauding legislative efforts to address the ongoing childcare and early education accessibility and affordability crisis impacting Missouri families and businesses. Recent polling shows that Missourians overwhelmingly support investments in childcare and early education. Polling from October showed 86% of Missourians believed early childhood education supports kids’ success in

The custom of making New Year’s resolutions has been around for thousands of years, but it hasn’t always looked the way it does today. The ancient Babylonians are said to have been the first people to make New Year’s resolutions, some 4,000 years ago. They were also the first to hold recorded celebrations in honor

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Energy Loan Program has awarded more than $377,000 in low-interest loans to assist the Glasgow School District and the City of Rich Hill with energy efficiency projects. “Communities are eager to trim monthly expenses and be better financial stewards,” said Dru Buntin, director of the Department of Natural Resources.

On Tuesday, the State Board of Education approved an emergency rule and proposed rulemaking to allow more education pathways for lead teachers in pre-kindergarten programs receiving state grant funds. Last year, the legislature approved $26 million in new funding for grants to childcare programs to provide pre-K to 4-year-olds, prioritizing funding for children who qualify

Throughout the holiday season, many people travel to visit friends and loved ones or enjoy a winter vacation. According to Deloitte’s 2023 holiday survey, nearly half of Americans intend to travel for the holidays in 2023, up from last year. Travelers also reported they had fewer concerns about health, finances and flight delays compared to