JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — For 40 years, Bill Reiboldt has operated a farm north of Neosho, and until he recently sold 125 Holsteins, Reiboldt said his favorite part of farming was running a dairy operation. “My farming operation was always…
General Assembly
In first half of session, legislature has passed six bills
by Eli Yokley •
– During the first ten weeks of this year’s legislative session, the General Assembly has delivered just six bills to Gov. Jay Nixon’s desk.
Executive Branch
Missouri Housing Development Commission approves tax credits delayed by Boeing deal
by Eli Yokley •
COLUMBIA, Mo. – After a three-month delay, the Missouri Housing Development Commission released funding for $137 million in low-income housing tax credits that were withheld last year as a part of a deal orchestrated by Gov. Jay Nixon to pass…
Blog, Politics
Latinos mull growing influence during visit to Jefferson City
by The Joplin Globe •
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Hispanic advocates gathered Wednesday at the state Capitol, urging lawmakers to remember their voices and their growing clout when voting on key issues. Adolfo Castillo, of Joplin, joined dozens of activists in Jefferson City. Castillo, who…
General Assembly
Heading into spring break, legislative leaders reflect on first half of session
by Eli Yokley •
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – After nine full weeks in Jefferson City, the Missouri General Assembly left town on Thursday for their annual spring break. The legislature as a whole placed just six bills on the governor’s desk, but each chamber…
Politics
Nieves forgoes reelection campaign, clearing way for potential Jones-Schatz primary
by Eli Yokley •
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Sen. Brian Nieves, R-Washington, has withdrawn his paperwork to seek reelection, clearing the avenue for House Speaker Tim Jones, R-Eureka, to enter the race. Nieves, who currently represents the 26th Senatorial District, indicated over the weekend…