Love note from Jeff City

Greetings, My Fellow Missourians

Saluting our Nation’s heroes on Veterans Day:

It was renowned journalist and radio broadcaster, Elmer Davis, who so famously said our nation “will remain the land of the free only as long as it is the home of the brave.” These words echo as a reminder on a day like Veterans Day when we pause as a nation to recognize the service and the sacrifices of our nation’s heroes.   We are this great nation because of the dedication, passion and patriotism of the heroic individuals who have stood in defense of the American dream.  We must always remember that freedom isn’t free, and we must never forget our veterans are the ones who have paid the price to defend the freedoms we too often take for granted.   For these reasons, it is imperative that we all take time to pay our respects and show our gratitude to all veterans.  Veterans Day is not one day out of the year to say thank you, but a reminder that we should remember and appreciate our veterans each and every day that America remains the land of the free and the home of the brave.

It has been a busy week of activities in District 125.  Last Thursday, I enjoyed attending the El Dorado Springs Christian School Chili and Soup Supper Benefit.   On Friday, the El Dorado Springs Chamber of Commerce hosted the “Excellence in El Dorado Springs” Awards Gala and Dinner.  We enjoyed a delicious dinner and great entertainment with dueling pianos.  I would like to extend hearty congratulations to all the award recipients.

Missouri Chamber award:

This year, 20 representatives and senators had perfect voting records on the biggest pro-business bills of the 2017 Missouri Legislative Session.  I am honored to be one of these 20 legislators listed in the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry 2017 100% Club Winners.  This is my second consecutive year to receive this award.  Business and policy leaders from across the state will gather on Nov. 16 for the annual Missouri Business Awards to be held in St. Louis.

Opportunity to serve in Cedar County:

The Cedar County MU Extension Council is accepting nominations for the 2018 public election of new council members.  Nominations will be reviewed at the Dec. 4 council meeting, so please contact the extension office as soon as possible.  Elections will take place for new council members during the third week of January.  For questions, please call 417-276-3313.