Missouri Independent
Missouri Lawmakers Vow to Expand Child Care Access. Governor’s Speech May Lay Out the Plan
On Wednesday afternoon, Gov. Mike Parson is expected to lay out his vision for addressing what some legislators have framed as a child care crisis in Missouri.
Missouri Lawmakers Reconvene Focused on Sports Betting, Teacher Pay, Initiative Petitions
For a vocal slice of Missouri’s population, sports wagering is the most important item on the agenda as lawmakers begin their annual session.
Another Symptom of Missouri Teacher Shortage: 4-day School Weeks
Independence School District became the largest in the state last week to switch to an abbreviated school week in an attempt to improve teacher retention.
Environmental Group Gives Kansas, Missouri Utilities Low Marks for Clean Energy Transition
Kansas and Missouri’s largest utilities are not moving quickly enough to rid themselves of fossil fuels, according to a national environmental group.
Scattershot Polling Leaves Both Sides of Missouri Marijuana Campaign Optimistic
No clear picture emerges from recent polls on recreational marijuana in Missouri, though the pro-Amendment 3 campaign is facing questions from longtime legalization proponents.