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GOP state lawmakers want you to think they are reducing spending. Yet, spending is on the rise.
If you are a fan of the state spending more of your money, be sure and thank your state lawmakers for a job well done when you spot them out on the campaign trail this summer.
It is going to take more than a little grease to get things going, which means it is probably time for an overhaul.
While the economy across Missouri has shown a few signs of improvement, growth may be starting to slow down again and even preparing to stop.
While more people across the state are starting to return to work, the number of people in the labor force in St. Louis continues to dwindle.
From presidential politics on the national stage to the campaign for governor here in Missouri, the candidates are playing from the same playbook.
If the goal is to make it look like the state is hiding something every month regarding the latest jobs data, the press office at the Missouri Department of Economic Development is doing great work.
Christmas is All Year Long at Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service.
State lawmakers may have unwittingly helped the re-election campaign for Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon
Despite plenty of talk about budget cuts once again during this session, state lawmakers are on track to approve an increase in total spending.
First-grade teacher Bonnie Haarmann at St. Joseph School-Cottleville earns high marks from a parent.
The state is starting to get creative when it comes to promoting new job creation numbers, despite a dropping number of workers in the labor force.
The labor force across Missouri dropped by nearly 40,000 workers during the first quarter of this year, yet nearly 30,000 jobs were created.
The state has handed out millions of dollars in incentives to at least two large corporations for job training before the companies announced mass layoffs.
Whether it is battling big business or policing politicians, a good dose of skepticism is needed to report on the state's economy.
Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon never mentions the drop in the state's labor force when he is talking about the number of new jobs.
Even though the unemployment rate is lower, layoffs across Missouri are on the rise and the number of workers in the labor force is down.
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The unemployment rate may be at its lowest level since 2008 in Missouri. However, the number of people within the labor force has also dropped.
My kid, your kid, everyone of them pilfered in broad daylight of the opportunity to build snowmen, toboggan a hill, angel-ize a space in the snow, and gosh forbid—help shovel a driveway.
Daily economic news seems to be hurting more people across the St. Louis region than in other areas of Missouri.
Millions of dollars in funds can be restored to programs or departments and millions more can be cut from budgets, but total state spending is more likely to go up than down.
While employment numbers nationally may be improving, Missouri lags behind other states when it comes to putting people back to work.
The state ranks number one in a category that political and economic development leaders would rather you not know about.
While state lawmakers fret about budget cuts again this legislative session, total spending in Missouri is likely to increase this fiscal year. What changed?
What is the average weekly pay for employees in the St. Louis area? Plus, find out what areas of the economy are expanding, while others continue contracting.
While state lawmakers will soon be haggling over next year's spending plan, revenue collections for the current fiscal year are not hitting estimates. Plus, where are unemployment trends heading?
While it seems as if everyone gripes about paying too much in taxes, the complaints may have some truth to them for taxpayers in the St. Louis region. Plus, Missouri spent $1.2 million on 39 elk.
Job numbers announced by Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon are not matching with the totals released by the federal government. Plus, the state is looking for ways to make up for less federal funding.
Find out which counties are falling behind and which are getting ahead. Learn how much is being spent on health care. Plus, get tips on how to look up state expenditures.
If Europe dips into a recession, the St. Louis region may feel the impact. Plus, Missouri will save $3.6 million by refinancing debt, and why a comma matters when it comes to budget appropriations.
Revenue collections may be on the rise in Missouri, but not by enough if the state wants to hit its budget estimate for the fiscal year.
While economic activity increased across the nation, the St. Louis region lagged. What is holding the economy back? Plus, learn how to check online to see if the IRS owes you money.
Business leaders are nervous. Despite low interest rates and stimulus spending to boost the economy, few are hiring new employees. Are their concerns legitimate?
Business and political leaders are already looking toward next year. Expect to hear plenty of talk about turning I-70 into a tollway and making Missouri a right-to-work state.
The September meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Justice Center in St. Peters.
Two St. Peters drivers were involved in a crash on Route 370, but only one sustained any injuries.