by admin | Mar 24, 2011 | Politics / Govt
A major issue hangs over the heads of state lawmakers, waiting for them next week when they return from spring break. House Speaker Steven Tilley, a Republican from Perryville, admits he was too optimistic when he stated at the beginning of the session that he wanted...
by admin | Mar 8, 2011 | Politics / Govt
A member of the House says “good bye” as she prepares to move on to the Senate. Rep. Shalonn “Kiki” Curls, a Democrat from Kansas City, won a special election to the 9th Senate District last month. She will replace Democrat Yvonne Wilson, who resigned last...
by admin | Jan 19, 2011 | Politics / Govt
Governor Nixon delivers his third State of the State address tonight. The theme of this State of the State likely will resemble the themes the past two years: the state budget. It seems the contents of the speech might focus on the same issues the governor has during...
by admin | Jan 7, 2011 | Politics / Govt
Republicans have firm control of the Missouri House this legislative session and might tap a rarely used power during budget proceedings. House Speaker Steven Tilley, a Republican from Perryville, is proud of the gains made by Republicans and made that clear as he...
by admin | Jan 5, 2011 | Politics / Govt
Governor Nixon agrees voters sent a strong message November 2nd, but disagrees on how some have interpreted that message. Nixon believes the anger expressed Election Day was aimed more at Washington than Jefferson City. “We listen to the voters, but I think they spoke...
