Jason Sears
Jason Sears is the founder, editor and lead reporter of The Chariton Beacon, a news site created to provide much-needed local coverage for Chariton County, Missouri. Recognizing the lack of accessible, reliable news in the area, Jason launched the site with the goal of keeping his community informed about the events and issues that matter most. With a deep understanding of small-town life, he is dedicated to ensuring that Chariton County has a trustworthy and comprehensive source for local news, strengthening connections within the community.
Reclaiming America: A Reagan-Style Path Beyond Division and Danger
America’s institutions—our schools, government agencies, and media—are undeniably broken. Many who identify with the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement rightly call for serious reform or even wholesale replacement of systems that no longer serve the people. But beneath the surface of these calls lies…
Missouri Freedom Caucus Faces Scrutiny Over False Narratives and Internal Contradictions
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Once hailed as the voice of Missouri’s grassroots conservatives, the Missouri Freedom Caucus is now facing growing scrutiny—not only from Democrats and establishment Republicans, but from frustrated conservatives who say they were sold a lie. At the center of this mounting…
We Stole Reality from Our Kids — and We’re Too Lazy to Give It Back
Let’s stop pretending this is all a mystery. Kids today are anxious, fragile, and disconnected—not because the world is scarier, but because we took away the very things that used to make kids strong. They don’t ride bikes around town anymore. They don’t build forts…
Burn the Party System to the Ground — and Rebuild the Republic
A few weeks ago, I listened to a neighbor say he’s “just done with politics.” He’s not apathetic—he’s angry. He works hard, loves his family, pays taxes, and tries to do right by his community. But when it comes to elections, he says it feels…
Legal Weed, Legal Worries: Missouri’s Marijuana Equity Engine Under Scrutiny
Missouri’s 2022 constitutional Amendment 3 legalized recreational marijuana, but it also embedded a complex and controversial regulatory structure directly into the state constitution. Critics argue this system is tailor-made for abuse, centralizing control and creating opportunities for insider favoritism, exploitation by bad actors, and even…
Profiting Off the Second Amendment: The Grift Behind the Missouri Firearms Coalition
They claim to be Missouri’s fiercest defenders of the Second Amendment. But a close look at the Missouri Firearms Coalition (MFC) reveals something darker: a professionalized fundraising machine built not on protecting rights, but on perpetuating outrage, concealing where the money goes, and manipulating well-meaning…
When America Pressures Israel, Judgment Often Follows
As Texas reels from the devastating floods that claimed dozens of lives—including children—many are asking why. While some will chalk it up to “just the weather,” others see a deeper spiritual warning in the timing. Just days before the floodwaters rose, President Donald Trump made…
Missouri Is One of the Most Dangerous States in America — and Our Politicians Are Still Pretending Everything’s Fine
Missouri politicians love to talk tough on crime. Whether they’re standing behind a podium at the state capitol or pushing out glossy campaign mailers, they boast about making Missouri safer. But behind all the speeches and slogans lies a hard truth: Missouri is one of…
Should Christians Vote for the Lesser of Two Evils? A Biblical Look at Elections and Political Discernment
As elections approach, many Christians feel the pressure to “do their civic duty” and head to the polls. Church leaders encourage political involvement. Social media influencers equate patriotism with discipleship. But what if voting—meant to reflect our values—is quietly compromising our faith? I want to…
Why Christians Must Reconsider Supporting MAGA’s Leading Voices
As a Christian rooted in rural Missouri, I’ve valued the MAGA movement’s promise to champion faith, family, and freedom. Yet, its leading voices—Candace Owens, Tucker Carlson, Steve Bannon, and Marjorie Taylor Greene—have embraced MAGA unbiblical rhetoric that contradicts scripture and sows division. Their recent statements,…
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