“The least government is the best government. We should have just as little as we can get along with.” Those are the wise words of Harry S Truman, a proud Missouri native and … more

For Thanksgiving this year, many Americans will travel to be with family and enjoy a feast. It truly is one of our country’s best holidays, where we get to spend cherished time with family and … more

The American people have spoken. One-party Democrat rule in Washington will officially come to an end on January 3, 2023, when the newest members of the U.S. House of Representatives are sworn in. We … more

I’m not a good mover. I hate it. From the start, the idea of packing everything you own into scavenged boxes and bags to stuffing those boxes and bags — along with your furniture, which … more

Every November, millions of Americans fulfill an over 200-year-old civic duty: casting a ballot on Election Day. Like many of you, I’ll never forget the first time I walked into the voting … more

Last week, I wrote about how glad I am to be home. Now I need one.Much like the first time I moved to Perryville, the first item on my agenda has been finding a place to live. Also, like that first … more

Across America, a surge in violent crime is plaguing our communities. Roaming 80-person gangs of criminals are ransacking businesses in broad daylight. Domestic terrorist groups like Antifa are … more

It’s good to be home.Nearly two years ago, I left Perry County after a nearly four-year stint as managing editor of the Republic-Monitor. I didn’t want to leave, and — as I’ve … more

Americans are fed up with Washington Democrats’ never-ending pursuit to grow the power of government. Under one-party Democrat rule of Congress and the White House, the Left has made … more

U.S. Representative Jason Smith (Mo.), Republican Leader of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after the Consumer Price Index showed inflation remains at a 40-year high of … more