Group to recommend energy policy

A state task force to develop a long-term energy policy for Missouri has been formed by Governor Holden, who has named former Public Service Commission chairman Karl Zobrist of Kansas City to head it. He’s joined by 9 other people, none of whom work for utility...

Teacher urges drive for certification

A mid-Missouri teacher says national certification pushed her beyond normal professional development. 8th Grade Math Teacher Karen Strope of Jefferson City is working on the certification advocated by Governor Holden. The governor proposes the state give nationally...

Holden testifies in Washington

Governor Holden tells the Senate Commerce Committee in Washington it is essential the American Airlines buyout of TWA go ahead, without delay. The committee is looking into the impact airline mergers and buyouts have on competition in the industry. But Holden says the...

Holden balks on road plan

Governor Holden says he wants to lead. But he doesn’t appear willing to step forward on solving the state’s transportation problems. Some legislators were hoping Governor Holden would suggest some ideas for meeting the state’s transportation needs....

Holden proposes tobacco deal

Governor Holden today announced his proposal to handle the hundreds of millions coming to the state from the national tobacco settlement. Holden made the announcement to a joint session of the legislature during his state-of-the-state address. The new governor says he...