Jun 30, 2015 | Legislation
by State Sen. Dan Hegeman In just a few days, millions of Americans will join in celebration as we observe our nation’s 239th birthday. Although the America of today might look different than the one our Founding Fathers knew, the celebration of our independence on...
Feb 2, 2015 | City/Local Government, Legislation, Opinion
Dear Fellow NW Missourians, Today concludes another productive week for legislators at the Missouri capitol, and the weeks to come are sure to get even busier. The Senate has followed the lead of the House and rejected a proposed pay increase for House Members,...
Jan 12, 2015 | Legislation, Opinion, Regional News
Editor’s note: Senator Dan Hegeman represents the 12th Senate District, which includes the counties of Andrew, Atchison, Clinton, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, Mercer, Nodaway, Putnam, Sullivan, Worth and part of Clay County. by State Sen. Dan...
Dec 26, 2014 | Legislation, Opinion
by State Sen. Brad Lager In November of 1863, President Abraham Lincoln shared his belief that our nation’s democracy would not perish as long as we have a “government of the people, by the people, and for the people.” It has always been my belief that our...
Dec 22, 2014 | Legislation, Opinion
by State Sen. Brad Lager In the spirit of the holiday season, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a healthy, happy, and Merry Christmas. This year, Stephanie and I feel blessed as we experience the joys of Christmas through the eyes of...
