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Free events include Outdoor Cooking, Compass and Map, and a Guided Trail Hike. The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Meramec Conservation Area near Sullivan offers over 4,000 acres … more
America’s system of self-government is often called a great experiment —one built not on force, but on faith. Faith that our neighbors will show up. Faith that the rules will be followed. Faith … more
In February, I welcomed a few hundred electric cooperative friends to Jefferson City for our 2026 State Legislative Conference. They came from every corner of the state with one shared purpose - to … more
If someone asked us to name five ways to improve our health and lower the risk of illness, “eat a healthy diet” would probably land on most of our lists. And it certainly belongs there. Research … more
Happy National FFA Week! If you’re not familiar, FFA chapters are participating in and hosting a variety of activities throughout their communities this week. The annual event gives members an … more
The Missouri General Assembly convened Wednesday in Jefferson City for the start of the 2026 Regular Session, beginning the second regular session of the 103rd General Assembly. The National Anthem … more
It is a cool 57 degrees outside and raining slightly. Tomorrow it should be sunny and no rain. We could sure use more rain. The community is getting back to normal after last week. Our … more
As an adult, distance running has become a passion of mine, and over time I’ve collected a small stack of race medals. Training for 10ks and half-marathons has taught me a vital lesson: always … more
Every Thanksgiving, after the farm chores are done, the turkey is consumed and the football games have been both played and watched, I bask in the silence for just a few moments. In years past, … more
Good Friday morning. The temperature here in Sligo is 52 degrees. It says there is going to be rainy days ahead. We could use some more rain but hope it doesn't freeze or snow. I am not ready for … more
I've figured out the best medicine for a long day at the office isn't found in a bottle - it's found on a lettered two-lane blacktop. There's something about taking the long way home, rolling the … more
Now that kids are back in school, families are settling into their new routines after a long summer break. It can certainly be a busy time for everyone. But this transition can also be a great … more
By Caleb Jones  Fall in Missouri means a lot of things - cool mornings, combines rolling through fields and leaves changing colors. It also means football, and on Saturdays, you'll find me … more
A recent column in the Kansas City Star suggested that my office is taking a “second bite at the apple” in drafting ballot language for a constitutional amendment. That is factually … more
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