BY MIA POHLMAN The Show Missouri Film and Digital Media Act seeks to generate new revenue for the state We all know: in 2013, the cast and crew of “Gone Girl” graced the streets, bars and riverfront of Cape Girardeau for six weeks. Here in Cape Girardeau, the film’s economic impact looked like this: 116 […]
Legislative Update, Jan. 2013
Legislative Update, Jan. 2013 By Mary Anne McCollum, Vice-President, and Chair – Legislative Committee The 97th General Assembly convened Wednesday, January 9, 2013, with the swearing in of House and Senate members. Tim Jones (R-Eureka) was elected Speaker of the House and Tom Dempsey (R-St. Charles) was elected Senate President pro tempore. Both Houses have veto proof majorities. Committee chairs […]