Show-Me State Times

For pregnant women dealing with opioid use disorder, discussing their condition with clinicians, family, or friends can be challenging due to stigma.

Eureka resident wins Greater St. Louis Marathon amidst impactful weekend

Amid a weekend filled with sporting events, the Greater St. Louis Marathon was a highlight, taking place last Saturday and attracting 20,000 runners from across the United States to the streets of St. Louis.

St. Louis Development Corporation appoints Otis Williams as Interim CEO

Otis Williams has been appointed as the Interim CEO of the St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC), as announced in a statement by Greater St. Louis, Inc. Interim CEO Dustin Allison.

Senator Hawley targets big tech's power, proposes legislative action to empower citizens

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has expressed strong opinions on the influence of Big Tech, challenging major corporations like Meta and Google over their dominant positions.

Missouri's Q4 2024 individual income tax revenue up 8.3% from previous quarter

The fourth quarter of 2024 brought in $1.9 billion in individual income tax revenue for Missouri, an 8.3% increase from the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Business owner on Durbin-Marshall bill: ‘Small businesses like mine cannot afford policies that will drain our resources’

Ashley Nordman, owner of AN Skin & Beauty, expressed concerns about the potential impact of the Credit Card Competition Act on small businesses.

Missouri manufacturer urges reform of Proposition A for better competitiveness

Haake Manufacturing Company, a long-standing sheet metal job shop in De Soto, Missouri, has voiced concerns regarding the implications of recent legislative changes.

Missouri businesses voice concerns over Proposition A's impact on operations

Many Missouri businesses are struggling to understand and comply with the requirements outlined in Proposition A. House Bill 567 proposes removing minimum wage indexing and repealing the mandated paid sick leave provision.

SLU students develop emergency response flyer for improved disaster aid

In St. Louis, students from the AirCRAFT Lab at Saint Louis University are engaged in creating an emergency response flyer designed to enhance disaster relief efforts.

Rural Missouri business adapting to Prop A's sick pay requirements

My small business in rural Missouri, which employs 65 people, is preparing to implement a sick pay plan.

Business leader voices concerns on Proposition A's impact on Missouri businesses

Kevin Hampton of The Lipco Group has expressed concerns over the potential impact of Proposition A on businesses.

Business owner voices concerns over mandated sick leave policy

Alicia Seidler, the owner of Revision Christian Counseling in Saint Louis, has expressed her concerns over the implications of Proposition A, set to take effect on May 1.

Concerns rise for small businesses due to Proposition A sick leave policy

Susan Lakebrink-Nemish, co-owner of MotoTireUSA, has expressed concerns regarding Proposition A, a recently mandated sick time policy.

Missouri's farm income projected to recover in 2025, forecasts show

The Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center (RaFF) at the University of Missouri has published its Spring 2025 Missouri Farm Income Outlook, projecting a recovery in net farm income for the state after two years of decline.

Missouri businesses call for clarity on Proposition A's impact and execution

The recently enacted Proposition A in Missouri, designed to enhance workers' rights by mandating paid sick leave and raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2026, is receiving mixed feedback from the business community.

Sculpture in Pius XII Library reflects on significant histories and truths

Fred P. Pestello, Ph.D., soon to step down as president of Saint Louis University, and First Lady Fran Pestello, Ph.D., have donated a sculpture titled "Land, Labor, Legacy" to the university.

E15 fuel sales approved year-round in Missouri by EPA

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced a victory for local farmers and drivers with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) now permitting the sale of E15 gasoline year-round.

Missouri Supreme Court's ruling on Proposition A met with criticism from Chamber

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry addressed the recent decision by the Missouri Supreme Court concerning Proposition A. Kara Corches, the President and CEO of the Chamber, expressed frustration with the court's decision in the case of...

NFIB hosts annual Small Business Day in Missouri's Jefferson City