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General Assembly convenes, NFIB urges app download for business legislative updates

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 13, 2025

Last week, the Missouri General Assembly convened in Jefferson City.

Lawmakers urge FTC for new report on pharmacy benefit managers' practices

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 13, 2025

Senators Josh Hawley and Elizabeth Warren, along with Representatives Diana Harshbarger and Jake Auchincloss, have urged the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to release a second interim report on pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).

Missouri: Biologics companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Missouri in Q4 2024

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 12, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Biologics companies from Missouri in the fourth quarter of 2024.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on device companies in Missouri during Q4 2024

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one device company from Missouri in the fourth quarter of 2024.

Josh Hawley reflects on legislative achievements at end of first Senate term

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 10, 2025

In 2024, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) continued his legislative efforts and advocacy for Missouri as he concluded his first term in the Senate and prepares for a second term during the 119th Congress.

St. Louis aldermen back $95M Washington University project in Cortex district

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 10, 2025

Earlier today, the St. Louis Board of Aldermen approved a significant redevelopment initiative by Washington University.

2023: Missouri ranks 12th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $11,433,177

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Missouri received $11,433,177 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 12th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

Hawley introduces bill on healthcare workers' conscience rights

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 9, 2025

Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri has introduced the Defense of Conscience in Healthcare Act.

Saint Louis Art Museum announces dates for annual Art in Bloom festival

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 9, 2025

The Saint Louis Art Museum (SLAM) is set to host its annual "Art in Bloom" festival from February 28 to March 2.

NFIB reports easing labor costs and hiring challenges for small businesses

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 9, 2025

NFIB's December jobs report reveals that 35% of small business owners reported unfilled job openings, a slight decrease from the previous month.

GSL launches partnership with local chambers across 15-county metro

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 9, 2025

Greater St. Louis, Inc. (GSL) has introduced the Affiliate Chamber Program to extend the influence of local chambers of commerce across the 15-county metro area.

St. Louis organizations unite in support of Brickline Greenway project

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 9, 2025

Great Rivers Greenway has announced significant support for the Brickline Greenway project from BJC Health System, Washington University, and Greater St. Louis, Inc. These contributions have pushed the $245 million public-private partnership...

131st Bomb Wing announces its Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2025

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 8, 2025

The 131st Bomb Wing has announced its Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2025.

Lower property tax revenue in Missouri during Q3 2024

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 7, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $1 million in property tax revenue for Missouri, a 66.7% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

SLU receives $5 million grant to enhance geriatric workforce

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 7, 2025

Saint Louis University (SLU) has been awarded a five-year Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) grant amounting to $5 million from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).

Missouri sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 6, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $1.7 billion in individual income tax revenue for Missouri, a 27.8% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Analysis: Missouri one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Show-Me State Times shows that Missouri is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.