DESE was in the hot seat Wednesday afternoon as legislators inquired about everything from recruitment efforts to the digital divide.
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"Planning is put in jeopardy when federal tax codes are changed by people thousands of miles away who don’t understand the impact on farmers."
"This decision is ultimately led by science, which has shown us that vaccinations are the way we can end this pandemic."
The General Assembly may need to become involved in school mask mandates in the future, Gov. Mike Parson said.
State Rep. Kurtis Gregory trotted away from the Missouri State Fair’s celebrity draft horse hitch show with the prize.
"I’m excited about this opportunity and the chance to bring everything I’ve learned with me into this next chapter."
"We all want to provide good quality food at a sustainable price while building strong and healthy people and communities."
"We loved Steve for his enormous heart, passion for life, and the joy he brought to everyone who was lucky enough to meet him."
With the State Fair about to begin, Missourians are ready to get back to their favorite fair foods — and elected officials are no exception.