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Follow the money: Who’s bankrolling Missouri’s final election push? (Deeper Dive with Missouri Independent)
(The following article comes courtesy of MissouriNet, via Ashley Byrd.) Missouri Democrats confidently predict voter discontent will deliver victories in tight legislative races, but campaign finance reports show Republicans well provisioned for defense. And Republicans are using that financial advantage to shape how voters see their candidates.
MDC Postpones Winter Trout Stocking Due to Warm Temperatures
(The following is a press release from the Missouri Department of Conservation.) Unseasonably warm temperatures have prompted the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) to postpone its annual winter trout stocking. Fisheries staff stock rainbow trout in urban-area lakes across Missouri beginning the first week of November. However, warm water temperatures have pushed stocking efforts to the second week.
Campers will need permits to camp on MDC areas starting in March
Trashed and abandoned campsites such as this one on an MDC conservation area have prompted MDC to require new camping permits starting in March. (The following is a press release from the Missouri Department of Conservation.) The Missouri Conservation Commission gave final approval at its Oct. 23 open meeting in Cape Girardeau to regulation changes from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) that would require campers to purchase a permit to camp on MDC areas starting in March 2027.
Missouri Education Board Divided Over A-F School Grades: ‘People Respond Better To Inspiration Than Threats’
(The following article comes courtesy of MissouriNet via Mathew Pilger.) Missouri’s plan to give every public school and district an A-through-F grade is drawing differing views from members of the State Board of Education as the state works toward rolling out the new system. During Tuesday’s board meeting, St. Louis County board member Vincent Schoemehl Jr. questioned whether the grading system would help struggling schools improve or simply put more pressure on them. “DESE’s got a lot of sticks.
Auditor Fitzpatrick calls on United States Department of Agriculture officials to help crack down on wasteful and fraudulent spending here in Missouri
(The following is a press release from the office of the Missouri State Auditor.) Jefferson City, MO.
MDC officials confirm northern snakehead fish in Oregon County’s Eleven Point River
(The following is a press release from the Missouri Department of Conservation.) Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) officials recently removed a northern snakehead from a Missouri tributary to the Eleven Point River in Oregon County. The recent discovery suggests the species is becoming more established in Missouri and highlights the importance of anglers reporting any suspected encounters with this invasive fish.
American bumblebee observed buzzing around in Springfield, MDC confirms
An American bumble was observed in Springfield over the summer during an Urban Pollinator Survey. MDC’s Assistant Natural History Biologist Lauren Dirth holds an American bumblebee. (The following is a press release from the MDC.) What’s the buzz in Greene County? A Species of Conservation Concern was spotted in Springfield over the summer. An American bumblebee, a Species of Conservation Concern, was observed in July in a native plant garden participating in Yard Ethic.
MDC encourages awareness of “bird flu” as fall migration begins
(The following is a press release from the MDC.) As fall waterfowl migration gets underway, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hunters and the public to watch for signs of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), commonly called “bird flu,” in wild birds. MDC is aware of some positive cases in Missouri.
Tax Bites - October 2026
Welcome to the latest edition of RPC's Tax Bites – providing monthly bite-sized updates from the tax world. HMRC publishes Guidance on identifying abusive tax arrangements HMRC has published Guidance on how the General Anti-Abuse Rule (GAAR) Advisory Panel's opinion on Disguised Remuneration arrangements using dual payments can be used to determine when arrangements may be considered abusive tax arrangements. Read the Guidance on identifying abusive tax arrangements.
Many Missouri Seniors Won’t Qualify For Trump’s Medicare Payment, Aging Advocate Says
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet, via author Mathew Pilger.) President Donald Trump’s plan to send some Medicare recipients a one-time $90 payment could leave out a large number of older Missourians, according to the Missouri Council on Aging. The payment is intended to help eligible Medicare recipients cover Part B premiums. Anna Thompson with the Missouri Council on Aging said the proposal may sound helpful, but many beneficiaries will not qualify.
Missouri Democrats Raise Concerns About Anonymous Donations Funding Education Commissioner Search
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet via Matthew Pilger.) Democratic lawmakers are questioning the use of anonymous private donations to help fund Missouri’s search for its next commissioner of education. Columbia Rep. Kathy Steinhoff, the ranking Democrat on the Missouri House Elementary and Secondary Education Committee, said the public should know who is contributing money to a process she views as one of government’s most important responsibilities.
FEMA Delivers Additional $10.5 Million to Help Fire Departments and Other First Responder Organizations in Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska
This week, FEMA awarded more than $10.5 million in grant funding to fire departments, first responder organizations, and other institutions focused on firefighter safety and fire prevention in Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. These awards will enable agencies to get the equipment, staff and support they need to carry out their critical, life-saving missions. This week’s fire grant funding brings the total amount awarded to Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska this year to $25.4 million.
UT Remits £880m Loan Relationship Dispute Back To The FTT
In Barclays Bank plc v HMRC [2026] UKUT 212, the Upper Tribunal (UT) held that the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) had erred in law when determining that £3 billion was paid wholly for reserve capital instruments (RCIs) and not partly for warrants issued by Barclays plc (BPLC), the taxpayer's parent company. Background In 2008, at the height of the financial crisis, the Financial Services Authority instructed the major UK banks to increase their Tier 1 capital ratios.
Tax Bites - September 2026
Adam Craggs’s articles from RPC are most popular: in United Kingdom RPC are most popular: with readers working within the Banking & Credit industries Welcome to the latest edition of RPC's Tax Bites – providing monthly bite-sized updates from the tax world.
Governor Kehoe Signs Executive Order Establishing Safeguards on Automated License Plate Readers
Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 26-18, establishing strict safeguards on the use of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology, including Flock Safety cameras, to prevent the misuse of the personal location data of Missourians while preserving legitimate law enforcement uses of the technology. “Protecting citizens also means protecting their constitutional rights,” said Governor Kehoe.
Governor Kehoe Announces Appointments to Missouri Child Welfare Task Force
Last Thursday, Governor Mike Kehoe announced a slate of 18 members appointed to the newly formed Missouri Child Welfare Task Force. Established by Executive Order 26-17, the Missouri Child Welfare Task Force is charged with establishing a common framework grounded in objective assessments of safety threats, child vulnerability, and parental or caretaker protective capacity.
Leonardo DRS Awarded $96 Million in Contracts to Provide Critical MK 41 Vertical Launching System Electronics Hardware
(This article is a press release from Leonardo DRS.) Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRS) announced today that it has been awarded contracts totaling $96 million to provide critical electronics hardware for the MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS). The MK 41 VLS is the U.S. Navy’s premier shipborne missile launching system and is also fielded by 14 allied navies worldwide. The awards reinforce Leonardo DRS’s role in supporting naval combat system readiness with trusted, mission-critical electronics.
Secretary Hoskins corrected his actions, avoided contempt
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet, published on 9/10/16.) In a decision today’s afternoon, Secretary of State Denny Hoskins avoided contempt punishment.
Secretary Hoskins corrected his actions, avoided contempt
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet.) In a decision this afternoon, Secretary of State Denny Hoskins avoided contempt punishment.
MDC asks public to report hemorrhagic disease in deer
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is beginning to receive some reports of hemorrhagic disease (HD) in deer this summer and is asking the public to help determine the extent of the disease by reporting suspected cases. HD is a general term for two related viruses: epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) and bluetongue (BTV).
Competing Court Rulings Leave Missouri Election Officials Waiting for Congressional Map Decision
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet.) Missouri election officials are facing uncertainty ahead of the November midterm election as state and federal courts have issued conflicting rulings on which congressional map should be used. The Missouri Supreme Court has ruled that the state’s 2025 congressional map cannot take effect while a voter referendum challenge is pending.
Federal courts conflict on GOP effort to revive gerrymandered Missouri congressional map
(This article comes courtest of MissouriNet.) A federal judge in St. Louis on Tuesday ordered Missouri to use the gerrymandered congressional map drawn during a 2025 special session, giving a direction to Secretary of State Denny Hoskins and other election officials that conflicts with an order issued last week by the Missouri Supreme Court.
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Join MDC for birding, fishing, and more throughout September in the Ozark Region
West Plains, MO. – Whether it’s making nature art or birding, there’s much fun to be had in the Ozark Region with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) throughout the month of September. Tune in to the virtual Hummingbirds of Missouri from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11. Discover more about these tiny fliers and learn how to help them with their fall migration.
Mandatory Testing Brings Missouri School Drug Program Statewide
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet.) Missouri’s school wastewater drug-testing program is expanding from a voluntary pilot effort to a statewide initiative after lawmakers approved legislation making participation mandatory. The program, administered through the Missouri Department of Public Safety, will eventually include school districts across the state and is expected to begin sampling in mid-September.
Governor Kehoe Announces Kurt Schaefer as Commissioner of Missouri Office of Administration
(This is a press release from the office of Governor Mike Kehoe.) Jefferson City, MO. – Yesterday, Governor Mike Kehoe announced the appointment of Kurt U. Schaefer as commissioner of the Missouri Office of Administration (OA). Schaefer currently serves as director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR), a position he has held since the start of the Kehoe administration.
Missouri Sheriffs Back Data Limits, Misuse Penalties for License Plate Reader Cameras
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet.) Missouri sheriffs are supporting additional safeguards for automated license plate reader systems as debate continues over the use of Flock cameras across the state. Missouri Sheriffs’ Association President Matt Oller said law enforcement leaders recognize concerns about misuse and support measures to address them.
Patrol Launches ‘Show-Me Shield’ Suspicious Activity Reporting Site
The Missouri Department of Public Safety and the Missouri State Highway Patrol today announced the launch of a new site for the public to report suspicious activity in Missouri: “Show-Me Shield” has replaced the Missouri SafeNation app. Show-Me Shield, which can be accessed here, or by visiting www.showmeshield.mo.gov, is now available for the public to file suspicious activity reports (SAR) online.
Full-Time Whistle Blown In Football Referees Employment Status Case
In Professional Game Match Officials Ltd v HMRC [2026] UKFTT 654 (TC), the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) allowed the taxpayer's appeal and held that football referees' individual match engagements were contracts for their services and not contracts of employment and therefore the referees were self-employed.
Missouri Primary Sees Surge In Nonpartisan Ballot Requests
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet via Mathew Pilger.) One of the more notable trends from Missouri’s August 4 primary election was the number of voters who requested nonpartisan ballots rather than choosing a Republican or Democratic ballot. Secretary of State Denny Hoskins said voter interest in the statewide constitutional amendments drove many Missourians to cast ballots focused solely on those issues.
Auditor Fitzpatrick initiates petition audit of the City of Salem
(This article is a press release from the Missouri State Auditor’s Office.) Jefferson City, MO. – Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick will answer the call of concerned citizens of the City of Salem by launching a petition audit that will provide a thorough review of the governmental operations in the southern Missouri municipality. Auditors officially began field work on the performance audit on Monday, July 20.
Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger Honors Inductees for the 2026 Class of the Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame
(Below is a press release from the office of Lt. Gov. David Wasinger.) Jefferson City, MO. – Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger and the Board of the Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame are proud to announce the 2026 class of inductees into the Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame. To be eligible for induction, veterans must possess a strong connection to Missouri, have served honorably in the military, and demonstrated exceptional post-service contributions to their community, state, or nation.
Missouri Healthcare Law Expands Doula Services, Tracks Tick-Borne Illness
(The following comes courtesy of MissouriNet, via Matthew Pilger.) Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed a wide-ranging healthcare bill that expands access to doula services for pregnant women and requires Missouri to begin tracking cases of Alpha-Gal Syndrome, a tick-borne syndrome that causes allergies to mammal products. The new law increases Medicaid-covered doula visits for low-income mothers and adds free childbirth education classes for women enrolled in Missouri’s Show-Me Healthy Babies program. Sen.
New report from Auditor Fitzpatrick finds significant issues need to be addressed with controls and procedures in several Wright County government offices
(The following article is a press release from the Missouri State Auditor’s Office.) JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (June 30, 2026) — Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick has issued a new report that finds the Wright County Commission put the county in debt in violation of state law because of a poorly managed jail expansion project that ended in a costly legal settlement.
Governor Kehoe Announces Two Judicial Appointments
Jefferson City, MO. – Yesterday, Governor Mike Kehoe announced two judicial appointments to the Southern District Court of Appeals and the 22nd Judicial Circuit. Joseph L. Hensley, of Joplin, was appointed as a Judge for the Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District. Judge Hensley currently serves as a Circuit Judge in Division 1 of the 29th Judicial Circuit in Jasper County.
Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt Joins Bipartisan Effort to Change College Sports Landscape
(This article comes courtest of MissouriNet, written by Mathew Pilger.) Changes could be coming to college athletics that impact Missouri schools and student-athletes. U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., is backing a bipartisan proposal aimed at setting new national rules for transfers, eligibility and how college sports generate revenue. Schmitt said the goal is to restore stability after years of legal challenges that have limited the NCAA’s authority.
Missouri Conservation Commission considers rules on camping, shooting ranges, out-of-state deer hunters
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet, written by Marshall Griffin.) The Missouri Conservation Commission has given initial approval to several proposed rule changes and finalized one new rule about deer hunting. Camping on public land First, free camping may soon no longer be allowed on lands managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation. During the panel’s May 29 meeting, commissioners gave first-round approval to begin charging fees to campers.
Many Missourians Still Waiting For 2025 Insurance Checks
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet, written by Sue Danielson.) Thousands of Missourians continue to wait for insurance checks related to 2025 severe weather. Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Director Angela Nelson says over a quarter of million insurance claims were filed last year related to severe weather. She says so far, insurance companies have paid out $2.9 billion dollars in claims, mostly for private property damage.
Politics of the Cross
Today there is only one Democrat left in the House of Representatives who opposes abortion. There are no antiabortion Democrats left in the Senate. There are few other issues that have united Democrats more than support for abortion rights. The Democratic Party spent more money for ads on abortion than for adverting on any other issue in both 2022 and 2024, NPR recently reported. But this year, the Democratic Party is mentioning abortion a lot less in its advertising.
Once‑Broad MSHSAA Bill Narrowed as Missouri Governor Reviews Final Measure
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet via Matthew Pilger.) A bill dealing with oversight of high school athletics in Missouri has been significantly scaled back from its original form as Gov. Mike Kehoe reviews whether to sign the legislation before the 2026 session ends. The proposal centers on the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA), which governs 22 interscholastic activities statewide and has been a priority issue for Kehoe this year.
Appeals court rewrites ballot summary for referendum on Missouri’s new congressional districts
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet, through writer Marshall Griffin.) A Western Missouri State Appeals Court panel has rewritten the summary for a ballot measure asking voters to decide Missouri’s new congressional district boundaries. Before Thursday’s ruling, the proposal asked Missouri voters if they approved of House Bill 1, which repeals the “existing gerrymandered” plan that “protects incumbent politicians” and replaces it with a plan that keeps more cities and counties intact.
MDC encourages motorists to give turtles a brake!
The three-toed box turtle is a species often seen crossing roads in Missouri during April and May. MDC encourages motorists to slow down when they see a turtle in the road and check to be sure they can safely steer around it.
Governor Mike Kehoe Proclaims May as Beef Month
(This article is a press release from the Missouri Department of Agriculture.) Jefferson City, MO. – Tuesday, on behalf of cattlemen and cattlewomen throughout the state, Governor Mike Kehoe proclaimed May as Beef Month in Missouri. Governor Kehoe presented the proclamation to members of the Missouri Beef Industry Council (MBIC), Missouri Cattlemen’s Association (MCA) and local beef producers during a ceremony at America’s Heartland Packing in Wright City.
MSU-WP honors students at Celebration of Leaders
(This article is a press release from MSU-West Plains.) West Plains, MO. –Awards and accolades abounded when faculty, staff and students at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) gathered April 23 for the Celebration of Leaders student awards ceremony at the West Plains Civic Center.
Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance advises tornado victims on filing storm damage claims
DCI Consumer Affairs Specialists assisting a storm victim at a Multi-Agency Resource Center in 2025. Used with permission from Mo. Dept. of Commerce and Insurance (This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet, via Marshall Griffin.) Last Friday’s round of tornadoes hit several Missouri communities and the state agency that oversees insurance says it’s a good reminder for residents to review their homeowners’ policies.
Chinese national pleads guilty to illegally filming and photographing Whiteman AFB
An Airman assigned to the 393rd Bomber Generation Squadron gestures toward a B-2 Spirit at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, May 9, 2025. The B-2 is capable of penetrating heavily defended air spaces and delivering conventional and nuclear munitions anywhere on the globe.
Missouri House committee considering Senate bill on driver’s license offices
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet, via Marshall Griffin.) A Missouri House committee is considering a bill designed to keep driver’s license offices open in rural areas. The sponsor, State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, described the challenge rural counties face to keep license offices open. “Our Missouri license offices operate under contracts that are awarded through a competitive bidding process,” she told the Mo. House Commerce Committee.
Missouri House Democratic Leader Calls Out Senate Colleagues Over Tax Vote
Kansas City Rep. Ashley Aune (Photo by Tim Bommel, House Communications) (This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet via Mathew Pilger.) Missouri House Democratic Leader Ashley Aune, D-Kansas City, is publicly criticizing members of her own party in the State Senate after Republicans narrowly pushed through a proposal that would eliminate the state income tax and expand sales taxes.
Missouri Senate committee weighs bill that would require 3rd graders be held back if they’re not reading at 3rd-grade level
Rep. Cathy Jo Loy, R-Carthage (Photo by Tim Bommel, House Communications) (This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet.) Third graders in Missouri’s public schools could be held back one year if they’re not reading at a 3rd-grade level under legislation in a Missouri Senate committee. HB 2872 has already passed the Missouri House. The sponsor – State Rep. Cathy Jo Loy, R-Carthage – said not being able to read at a 3rd-grade level can block a student’s ability to learn other subjects.
Missouri Bill Prioritizing Grandparents in Child Custody Decisions Heads to Senate
(This article comes courtesy of MissouriNet.) Legislation that would give grandparents priority in certain child placement decisions is moving forward after receiving unanimous support in the Missouri House. House Bill 2505 is sponsored by State Rep. David Dolan, R‑Sikeston, and would change how courts determine where children are placed when they cannot remain with their parents. Dolan said the legislation reflects the growing role grandparents play in raising children.
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