Members of the Ways and Means Committee of Missouri’s House of Representatives are scheduled to discuss several bills that would make diapers and feminine hygiene products more affordable in the state Wednesday.
House Bill 1679, sponsored by Kansas City area Representative Mark Sharp, and House Bill 2859, sponsored by Rep. Dottie Bailey of the St. Louis area, are similar and would exempt the purchase of diapers from sales tax.
Christmas Events This Weekend in the Lakes Region
A weekend full of Christmas events are happening in the region.
Drought Levels Steady in Lakes Region
The latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows the Lakes Region in a holding pattern.
Nixa to Host Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and Community Cocoa Night on Dec. 5
The Nixa Parks and Recreation Department is inviting residents to kick off the holiday season with the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and Cocoa with the Community, according to a post on the department’s Facebook page.
Stone County Authorities Ask for Help in Locating Missing Teen
The Stone County Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance in locating a missing juvenile from the Viola/Carr Lane/Shell Knob area.
Green Forest Woman Faces Missouri Drug Charges
An Arkansas woman is caught after allegedly trying to transport drugs into Missouri.
