JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A former lawmaker-turned-county executive-turned-head of a Christian advocacy group has announced his retirement from public life. Joe Ortwerth is stepping down as…
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Meet Sallie Hemenway, Nexus Group’s new economic development finance advisor
Sallie Hemenway is bringing her decades of experience with public service — particularly with economic development projects — to the Nexus Group. Hemenway joins Nexus…
Missouri’s Title IX bill gains momentum
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The contentious debate over how Missouri colleges handle sexual assault and misconduct investigations continues after spring break as the state’s Title…
Moms Demand Action Missouri leader speaks for gun safety
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Several hundred Missourians entered the state’s Capitol building to rally for what they consider common sense gun laws. Moms Demand Action,…
Missouri Chamber releases 2019 Legislative Agenda
Press release JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released its 2019 pro-business agenda as lawmakers prepare to build on…
GPS Impact expanding to provide fully-integrated TV and digital voter contact
Press release GPS Impact announced today a new division dedicated to providing strategic, creative production and buying services for broadcast and cable TV to expand…
Parson ups executive ethical standards through executive order
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The ethics standard to which employees of the executive branch have to adhere were increased through an executive order on Tuesday.…
Marrs remembered as legislative institution and strong advocate for southwest Missouri
Leading lobbyist Scott Marrs passed away Friday evening after a short illness, leaving the legislative community remembering his successful career advocating on behalf of southwest…
Arts advocates applaud Holsman, Hoskins for leading legislative successes
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Citizens for the Arts, a nonprofit statewide grassroots advocacy group supporting funding for the arts, recognized two state senators…
Beloved CEO Barry Hart reflects on 42 years with Missouri Association of Electric Co-ops
BRANSON, Mo. – After working 42 years, full-time, for the electric cooperatives of Missouri and Kansas, CEO Barry Hart says he is “leaving with a…