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Oklahoma has been recognized as one of the top 10 states in the U.S. for education choice and parental empowerment, according to the 2025 Parent Power! Index released by the Center for Education Reform (CER). This annual report evaluates how well each state supports educational opportunities, focusing on laws and policies that allow families to … Read more
The Missouri School Funding Modernization Task Force, formed by Governor Mike Kehoe, has turned its focus toward inequities in property tax revenues that affect how public schools are funded. During its second official meeting, the group explored how the current formula, in place since 2005, creates funding disparities among districts with varying property values. Outdated … Read more
A recent breakthrough in steel manufacturing has been achieved by Dr. Kingsley Amatanweze, a 2025 Ph.D. graduate from Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). His research offers innovative solutions to reduce cracking and distortion during the heat treatment phase — issues that have long plagued industries like automotive, defense, and heavy manufacturing. Focus … Read more
Texas, Oklahoma, and Nevada have taken significant legislative steps to attract corporate incorporation and litigation business, challenging Delaware’s long-standing position as the top state for incorporation. These changes come amid what many are calling a potential “Dexit” — a growing trend of companies reconsidering Delaware as their legal home. Strategic Reforms in Rival States In … Read more
The Missouri Foundation for Health has honored five trailblazing individuals with its newly launched “Spark Prize,” granting each recipient $200,000 in unrestricted funding to support their efforts to advance health equity across Missouri. This award recognizes community leaders with bold visions and proven dedication to addressing systemic disparities in health outcomes. Unlike conventional grants, the … Read more
The Missouri Legislature concluded its 2025 session with several key victories for the agricultural community, including a new health insurance option for farmers and ranchers. Among the most impactful measures was Senate Bill 79, which allows the Missouri Farm Bureau (MOFB) to provide low-cost health plans tailored to its members. Ben Travlos, policy director at … Read more
Comcast has officially completed a two-year broadband expansion project in rural Paola and Hillsdale, Kansas, connecting around 4,000 homes and businesses to its Xfinity internet and television services. Community leaders gathered in Miami County to celebrate this milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. According to Jennifer Dameron, Comcast’s director of external affairs, the project—fully funded by … Read more
A Los Angeles protest took a violent turn when a man allegedly punched a border patrol officer, prompting swift action from federal authorities. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed the arrest of Christian Damian Cerna-Camacho, who is accused of attacking a federal agent during the demonstration. Details of the Arrest According to an official … Read more
Ruben Alonso, CEO of AltCap, a community development financial institution (CDFI) based in Kansas City, Missouri, is working to improve access to capital for entrepreneurs and small businesses in underserved Kansas communities. In a recent Kansas Reflector podcast, Alonso emphasized the role of CDFIs in reaching those overlooked by traditional lenders, such as minority-owned businesses, … Read more
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has announced a groundbreaking move to introduce an online tracking system for sexual assault evidence kits—commonly known as rape kits—starting in early 2026. This step aims to empower survivors, while improving transparency and collaboration across medical, legal, and law enforcement systems. How the Tracking System Works According to KBI … Read more