Pike County’s representatives in Washington joined the overwhelming and bipartisan majorities in Washington by voting in favor of a $2 trillion dollar effort to hedge against the economic consequences of COVID-19.

Editor’s Note: Jim Hansen, who represents Pike County in the Missouri House, reports on his activities and the activities of the legislature.

Editor's Note: This "Capitol Report" from Pike County's representative in the Missouri House Jim Hansen (R-Frankford) was issued on Thursday, Jan. 23.

By State Auditor Nicole Galloway (D-Columbia)

Suzanne Howland’s kindergarten class at Louisiana Elementary School gives advice of "How to Cook a Thanksgiving Turkey"  (Recipes are not kitchen tested). Recipes from Daloris Picone's class were published earlier this month.

“I appreciate your invitation,” said my friend. “But I really can’t come back to the church.  That’s quite impossible.”

“People can be so cruel,” said my friend.  “It’s like they take some twisted pleasure in saying or doing something that will make someone suffer.  If God is really so good, why does he allow that?”

NOTE: Bethany Cemetery is located on HWY UU near the HWY 54 intersection behind Ben’s Auto Salvage.

I have attended several functions over the past few weeks in our district. I met with MODOT to discuss dangerous intersections, met with Pike County mayors to discuss local issues of importance, and attended a Rotary Club meeting with Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe. The Lieutenant Governor g…

Auditor Nicole Galloway is heralding the news that the CEO of a small north-Missouri hospital will be held accountable for over $90 million in alleged suspicious insurance payments uncovered by her office.

Marriage is a tradition that exists on every continent and in nearly every country. Having a partner not only means creating a family unit, it means sharing things like a home and other property. Understanding how your future retirement might affect your spouse is important. When you’re plan…

Pike County’s representative in the U.S. House is heralding the passage of a new flood recovery bill through committee — and highlighting the role played by Clarksville Mayor Jo Anne Smiley in pushing for its passage.

In the wake of the anticipated announcement that he plans to seek to stay in the Governor’s Mansion, Mike Parson announced the endorsement of 125 Republican officials from the state last Wednesday, Sept. 11.

A legal decision from Missouri’s Attorney General throws doubt on Gov. Mike Parson’s claim that the First Amendment allows him to withhold certain records from the public.

These remarks were prepared for a meeting of the Mississippi River Commission in Caruthersville, Mo., on Aug. 19.

Missourians deserve a level playing field when it comes to the taxes they pay. They’re rightly upset by the thought that the system is being rigged in someone else’s favor.

I hope you all had a great summer, enjoy this last weekend and if you plan on traveling, make sure to keep an eye out for road conditions and drive safe! I look forward to serving you in the future.

“I just don’t feel like I fit in,” said my friend.  “The way that everybody says it’s supposed to happen doesn’t seem to be happening for me.  I work hard to take care of my home and family, I participate in community activities.  Everyone says they think of me as a model wife and mother.  B…

The decision of agribusiness behemoth Bunge to move its headquarters to St. Louis should help Missouri build its agricultural sector, Gov. Mike Parson said in a statement announcing the move last week.

Back-to-school

It is unclear what compels some motorists to drive along our many gravel county roads in excess of 20-25 mph. Many reasons occur as to why motorists should slow down.

Democratic state auditor Nicole Galloway — Missouri’s only state-wide elected democrat — is running for governor.

“There was a moment,” said my friend, “when I know that I really believed.  I suppose I was 10 or 11.  Then I went through confirmation classes, and even though my buddies and I clowned around a lot and gave the teacher headaches, I think I mostly still believed it then.  But then we went be…

I was honored this week to learn that I have been recognized as one of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Business Champions for my work during the 2019 legislative session. Business Champions are recognized for being leaders for Missouri businesses and advocating for pro-jobs p…

From Jeff Salois,

“No,” said my friend.  “I appreciate the invitation.  I used to enjoy church a lot.  But that was so many years ago, and I really don’t feel like I belong there any more.”

Compiled for the Louisiana Press-Journal and the Bowling Green Times

Board of Aldermen is considering annexing subdivision south of city

By State Rep. Jim Hansen

Conversations About Believing

“Going to church,” said my friend. “It just seems so hypocritical. I mean, the people who attend regularly aren’t any better than the rest of us. I guess I’ve always felt it’s more honest to admit that I’m not a Christian — not that I think I’m particularly evil, but I’m no saint, either. Th…

The opinions, beliefs, and viewpoints expressed in the following editorial do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs, and viewpoints of the Bowling Green Times, official policies of the Bowling Green Times or its parent company, Lakeway Publishers, nor does it necessarily reflect the …

I’m Taylor Lockard, new editor and reporter for the Louisiana Press-Journal.

I am back for the last time.

If you have not already done so, pick up a copy of the July 4, 2018 edition of the Bowling Green Times or the Louisiana Press-Journal to obtain your hard copy of the Traveler Magazine.

Save net neutrality.

Georgia Street is in need of repair. And it is not just the street’s surface – the water distribution, sanitary sewer, and stormwater infrastructure that is under and adjacent to Georgia Street needs critical attention as well. This is not news to anyone. It has been a long journey to line u…

Earlier this month marked my first full year at the Louisiana Press-Journal and in Pike County.