Saving Missouri’s Family Farms: Future Policies to Protect Chariton County’s Rural Heritage
In the heart of Chariton County, Missouri, family farms define the landscape and spirit of towns like Keytesville, Salisbury, Mendon, and Brunswick. These small operations, passed down through generations, face relentless threats: soaring input costs, unaffordable land prices, and corporate agribusinesses dominating markets. Brian Reisinger,…
Secretary Hoskins Marks First 100 Days in Office with Results-Driven Reforms for Missouri
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins marked his first 100 days in office by highlighting major accomplishments that prioritize election integrity, government transparency, and support for hardworking Missourians and local governments. “From day one, I made a commitment to safeguard our…
The Missouri Register celebrates 50 years of transparent rulemaking
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins is proud to announce the 50th anniversary of the Missouri Register, a twice-monthly publication produced by the Administrative Rules Division of the Missouri Secretary of State’s Office. Since its first issue on May 3, 1976,…
Missouri Secretary of State’s Office Concludes Review of Sora App; Urges Continued Local Engagement on Parental Protections
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Following a thorough review prompted by parental concerns, the Missouri Secretary of State’s Office has concluded its investigation into the Sora reading app and is satisfied that adequate parental protection resources are currently available for use by Missouri school districts. The…
Missouri’s Education Crisis: Karla Eslinger and DESE’s Abysmal Failure
Missouri’s public education system is crumbling, and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), under Commissioner Karla Eslinger, is at the epicenter of the collapse. Tasked with overseeing nearly 900,000 students across 550 school districts, DESE is mired in bureaucratic excess, funding chaos,…
Highway Safety During Planting Season in Chariton County, Missouri: Protecting Farm Equipment Operators and Drivers
As planting season brings Chariton County, Missouri’s rural highways to life in April and May, tractors, planters, and other farm equipment crisscross roads like Route 5 and Highway 24, moving between fields to sow crops. This critical period, driven by tight weather windows, increases the…
Secretary of State Hoskins Identifies Top 5 Threats to Missouri Investors
From the Missouri Securities Division, a division of Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins’ Office Scams Involving Digital Assets and Cryptocurrency Scammers often use Facebook, Telegram, WhatsApp, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and other social media apps to find victims. Be cautious if someone asks you to…
Natural Disaster-Proofing Your Life: What to Do Before and After the Worst Happens
From the Missouri State Archives, a division of Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins’ Office When disaster strikes – whether a tornado, fire, or flood – our first thoughts are of safeguarding lives, finding shelter, and securing essential supplies. But once the immediate danger passes,…
Missouri Leaders Applaud President Trump’s Executive Order on Election Integrity
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – All Missouri statewide officials and legislative leaders in both chambers express their gratitude to President Donald J. Trump for his recent Executive Order titled “Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections,” signed on March 25, 2025. This landmark directive introduces…
Missouri’s Rural-Urban Income Divide: Rusty Black and Tim Taylor’s Urban Bias Leaves Chariton County Behind
Missouri’s rural communities, including Chariton County, face a persistent income gap compared to urban centers like Kansas City and St. Louis, threatening the heartland’s way of life. From 2005 to 2023, rural median household incomes in Missouri rose from roughly $35,000 to $55,000–$60,000, while urban…