Governor Michael L. Parson has appointed two new members to the State Board of Education, Tawni Hunt Ferrarini, Ph.D. from St. Charles, and Thomas G. Prater, M.D. from Springfield. Dr. Ferrarini and Dr. Prater are now awaiting confirmation by the Missouri Senate in the coming weeks.Dr. Ferrarini, the Robert W. Plaster Professor of Economic Education at Lindenwood University's Hammond Institute, has been actively involved in creating programs to enhance economics education statewide. Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven expressed excitement about their appointment,...
On April 11, 2024, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-MO) and Congressman Ritchie Torres (D-NY) introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at fortifying U.S. markets from potential Chinese military aggression towards Taiwan.Luetkemeyer emphasized the need for preparedness, stating, "America is unprepared for the catastrophic economic impact of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan." He highlighted the interconnectedness of economies and the need for a strategic plan to address the potential fallout.Torres echoed this sentiment, stressing the importance of maintaining a fair...
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Callaway County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Moniteau County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Callaway County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Cole County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.
On April 9, 2024, Congressmen Blaine Luetkemeyer of Missouri and Bill Foster of Illinois raised concerns about market volatility attributed to short selling in a letter addressed to Chair Gary Gensler of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).In the letter, the Congressmen highlighted the importance of short selling in supporting market integrity and accurate price discovery. They acknowledged the impact of false information on stock prices, stating, "However, we are aware of assertions that some issuers have experienced falling stock prices due to...
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Callaway County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Osage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Cole County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Callaway County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.