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The Missouri Secretary of State invites the public to attend a demonstration of election equipment by a current certified vendor. This event aims to showcase the voting system seeking certification for sale and use in Missouri elections. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Time:…

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Secretary of State Denny Hoskins today announced the 2025 William E. Foley Research Fellowship. This prestigious fellowship, offered by the Friends of the Missouri State Archives, supports scholarly research that utilizes the extensive holdings of the Missouri State Archives and its…

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins has issued a proclamation recognizing February 7-14, 2025, as National Marriage Week, emphasizing the importance of strong marriages and families in building a thriving society. “Marriage is the foundation for strong families,” said Secretary Hoskins. “My…

In the world of politics, money often dictates priorities, and nowhere is this more evident than in the case of Missouri State Senator Rusty Black. While Black presents himself as a champion of rural communities and small businesses, a deep dive into his financial backing…

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Secretary of State Denny Hoskins announced a program about the 25th Infantry Regiment Bicycle Corps. Part of the Friends of the Missouri State Archives Thursday Evening Speaker Series, the event will occur at the Missouri State Archives, a division of Hoskins’…

Land banks, often hailed as a solution for revitalizing communities by managing tax-delinquent and vacant properties, may seem like a promising tool. However, for rural areas like Chariton County, Missouri, their implementation could introduce significant challenges that outweigh their potential benefits. Senate Bill 388, sponsored…