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Capitol Report- Randy Asbury

Submitted — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 19:02:35 +0000

Likewise, for those of us who are in position to do something to combat human slavery, however small our contribution, neutrality is a sin.” – Inspector General Joseph E. Schmitz, Department of Defense

Human Trafficking (HB 214): We worked this week to put a stop to horrific crimes that many Missourians believe happen only

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News for the Ninth

Submitted — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:55:20 +0000

By Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer

As I continue to travel our district, I continue to hear comments from hard-working folks like you who want Congress to continue our efforts to stop recklessly spending your taxpayer dollars.

House Republicans have already sent a bill to the Senate that would keep the government running through

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Legislative Column – District 19 by Kurt Schaefer

Submitted — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:54:35 +0000

Legislative Column

By Sen. Kurt Schaefer, District 19

I filed my final bill of the session this week on Tuesday, which was the last day for the Missouri Senate to file legislation. Senate Bill 384 would make pharmacy benefit managers civilly liable to a patient for damages done to them as a

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McCaskill Column

Submitted — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:53:21 +0000

Washington Needs Some ‘Show-Me State’ Common Sense

U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill

One of the most important parts of my job is visiting with and hearing from Missourians across the state. That’s why I love coming home to Missouri every weekend, and it’s why I enjoyed a recent opportunity to spend an

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Boonslick Clio

Submitted — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 22:13:10 +0000

Finding Your Family at the Moberly Library

by Joe Barnes

The 1977 television mini-series “Roots” encouraged many to discover their genealogical roots. Two new programs again are raising interest in family history and genealogy. “Who Do You Think You Are?” (originally aired by the BBC in 2004) is now broadcast on Friday and Sunday… Read the rest

Capitol Report- Randy Asbury

Submitted — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 22:11:50 +0000

“Agriculture is our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end contribute most to real wealth, good morals, and happiness.” – Thomas Jefferson
Legislative activity has dramatically increased this week. We are handling more bills each day and have begun afternoon sessions to address the increased workload. Legislative efforts continue to revolve around creating… Read the rest

Remembering: Great Moments in Christian History

Submitted — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 22:09:00 +0000

One of the great second century apologies – that is, defenses – of the Christian faith is the Epistle to Diognetus. No one knows who wrote it, or the Diognetus to whom it was written, but it is an eloquent piece of early Christian literature.

In a section where this letter goes to the heart… Read the rest

Capital Report from Randy Asbury

Submitted — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 20:32:26 +0000

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9

As Joshua was preparing to step into a new leadership role, he was confronted with the possibility of allowing fear and discouragement

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Remembering…great moments in Christian history

Submitted — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 20:31:05 +0000

Remembering

Great Moments in Christian History

During the second century, various Christian voices were raised in defense of the faith. These Christians were and are called “apologists” because they gave an “apology” for Christianity. This word means an answer or defense. The apologists were hardly saying that they were sorry for being Christians.… Read the rest

Leaving you in stitches

Submitted — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 20:24:45 +0000

KEEPING YOU IN STITCHES

By Sandy and Elaine

Need? Or Want?

We have both exhibited dairy animals at sanctioned shows and State Fairs, and truthfully we know all we really needed were the registration papers, the animals, a bucket, and a bale of hay. But then there’s grain and something to measure it and feeders… Read the rest