Tuesday, January 31, 2012
International flights possible from Missouri
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| The new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on Tuesday's Fox 2 News This Morning |
Boeing's 787 Dreamliner aircraft, which was designed by 50 St. Louis engineers, visited St. Louis as part of its six-month Dream Tour, according to KTVI's Fox 2 New This Morning.
Boeing's Web site, newairplane.com, says the energy-efficient Dreamliner uses 20 percent less fuel and costs 30 percent less to maintain than aircrafts of similar size. Fifty percent of the aircraft is made of new plastic composites, which makes long-range flights possible due to the excellent fuel efficiency.
"The 787 is designed to be more environmentally progressive throughout the product life cycle," says the Web site. "The airplane is manufactured using fewer hazardous materials, consumes less fuel and produces emissions. The 787 is also quieter for airport communities than any previous airplane."
Fuel efficiency in an airplane that seats fewer passengers is key in bringing international flights to cities like St. Louis.
"Now you can open up a 200-seat market that you couldn't have opened up before. You put a bigger airplane on [the market], you take more business risk; you got to fill all the seats," Michael Sinnett, a 787 project engineer for Boeing, told Fox 2 News. "...You could see from here to Europe — from here to the Far East. ... With close to 8,000-miles range it's almost unlimited what you can do."
Boeing's Web site says the Dreamliner is available to airline companies in two versions. The 787-8 can seat between 210 and 250 passengers and can travel between 7,650 to 8,200 nautical miles; the 787-9 seats between 250 and 290 passengers with a travel range up to 8,500 nautical miles.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Missouri Says "Not So Fast Romney"
On a day when hopeful Republican Presidential candidate Rick Santorum makes a stop in the Show-Me State, there is some polling news that indicates the road to the GOP nomination may not be smooth sailing for Governor Romney, at least in Missouri. While it appears that Florida is preparing to set the former Massachusetts governor as the Republican Presidential candidate frontrunner tomorrow, a poll currently being conducted by Public Policy Polling in Missouri says that the Show-Me State isn't jumping on that bandwagon.
While official polling results will not be out until tomorrow, the organization's Twitter account indicates that Romney is currently in 3rd place behind Gingrich and Santorum among likely GOP caucus goers in the state. It remains to be seen if sentiment will change in the coming weeks. In the meantime, however, this poll indicates discontentment among conservatives with Romney.
Recent polls in other states, such as Minnesota and Arizona, indicate a sharp divide within the Republican party over who the nominee should be as well.
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Veteran Joplin Broadcaster Enters Politics
Veteran local broadcaster Jim Jackson is set to announce his candidacy for Newton County Commissioner, Second District, during a press conference Friday, February 3, 11 a.m., at the Big Springs Best Western Inn, Neosho.
Jackson began his broadcast career in 1977 at KCTE Radio in Southwest City. He joined KTVJ TV-16 in 1980. KTVJ became KSNF in 1982. Jackson has served as the station’s main 6 and 10 pm news anchor for more than 30 years.
“I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished as a news broadcaster, and I’m looking forward to this new challenge that will allow me to make an even bigger contribution to the community.”
A graduate of Missouri Southern State University, Jackson is honored in the Media Hall of Fame. Jackson served as an adjunct instructor of communications for 11 years at Crowder College.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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Stickers Resembling Gun Sights Prompt Outrage
Today Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords resigned from her position as member of the House of Representatives. This resignation was in response to her need to continue to recovery from an assassination attempt last year.
Earlier this week, news surfaced that the Democratic campaign manager for the 3rd Congressional District candidate in Arkansas had his cat killed with the word "liberal" spray painted on it.
A startling sight greeted some Missouri lawmakers as they walked into the capitol offices. Approximately six legislators had gun sight stickers over their names outside their rooms. The Missouri Net has more on reaction from those targeted.
Earlier this week, news surfaced that the Democratic campaign manager for the 3rd Congressional District candidate in Arkansas had his cat killed with the word "liberal" spray painted on it. A startling sight greeted some Missouri lawmakers as they walked into the capitol offices. Approximately six legislators had gun sight stickers over their names outside their rooms. The Missouri Net has more on reaction from those targeted.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Teacher Tenure Under Attack
When debating education reform, one of the most contentious and controversial topics is that of teacher tenure. There has been a flurry of recent activity regarding this issue in Jefferson City.
First, an iniative has been filed with the secretary of state which could go to voters in November. This would create a constitutional amendment banning tenure if passed by Missouri voters. Additionally, movement is underway in the state legislature to, at the bare minimum, reform the system. Representative Scott Dieckhaus intends to file legislation that would change the way teachers are evaluated, including the phased elimination of the tenure system. This idea has the support of the Missouri School Board Association.
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has spoken out against such changes and opposes the proposed amendment. The Missouri State Teachers Association and Missouri National Education Association, which often are on opposite ends of issues related to education, both are against the elimination of teacher tenure as well.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch has an in-depth look at the controversy, which can be read by clicking this link.
While there is much disagreement among all parties involved as to what should be done regarding the issue of teacher tenure one thing is for sure -- this issue is not going away any time soon. It is highly possible the fate of the program could be in the hands of voters in November.
First, an iniative has been filed with the secretary of state which could go to voters in November. This would create a constitutional amendment banning tenure if passed by Missouri voters. Additionally, movement is underway in the state legislature to, at the bare minimum, reform the system. Representative Scott Dieckhaus intends to file legislation that would change the way teachers are evaluated, including the phased elimination of the tenure system. This idea has the support of the Missouri School Board Association.
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has spoken out against such changes and opposes the proposed amendment. The Missouri State Teachers Association and Missouri National Education Association, which often are on opposite ends of issues related to education, both are against the elimination of teacher tenure as well.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch has an in-depth look at the controversy, which can be read by clicking this link.
While there is much disagreement among all parties involved as to what should be done regarding the issue of teacher tenure one thing is for sure -- this issue is not going away any time soon. It is highly possible the fate of the program could be in the hands of voters in November.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Just Getting Started
Here at the Missouri Scoop we are working to assemble a great blog team for you that will be working to keep you updated on the latest going on across the state. As we progress through the upcoming weeks and months, watch as our blog continues to grow and expand with something for everyone. And as we do just that, please feel free to comment and let us know what you think.
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Romney Gets Backing Of Top Tier Missouri Republicans
As Mitt Romney engages in a fight to finish to solidify his role as presumptive Republican nominee for the presidency, he has some allies from the Show-Me State on his side. Missouri's Republican Senator, Roy Blunt, publicly endorsed Governor Romney back in September. Last week 7th Congressional District Representative Billy Long officially endorsed him, too. Additionally, a press release from the Romney campaign on Thursday touted the growing list of Missouri politicians on his side. That list can be seen here. 
Today, a former Missouri senator jumped into the headlines as a surrogate who has been called upon to help the Romney campaign fight off a late surge by former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich. The ad, which can be seen here, features Jim Talent and discusses the "unreliable leadership" displayed by Gingrich during his tenure in DC. Additionally, PoliticMo reports on a conference call held earlier today by Talent where the former Missouri senator called Gingrich "outrageous" (among other things). South Carolina votes on Saturday. If the fight for the nomination continues beyond the Palmetto state, it will be interesting to see what role, if any, these Missouri leaders play.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
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