Area citizens wow legislators

Allen Andrews

The Capitol came alive this past week as community leaders from around the region gathered for the annual Great Northwest Days in Jefferson City.

This day has become well known throughout the region and among legislators as one of the premier showcases of our 16 county region that makes up the Great Northwest counties of Missouri.

As always, District 1, consisting of Nodaway, Atchison, Holt, and Worth counties, made an impressive showing and captivated the attention of many legislators. Our district can be proud of the individuals from our area who worked so hard to pull off such an incredible impression.

After the event, I received numerous comments from other legislators and staff who were amazed with the level of professionalism and collaboration seen throughout our counties.

This form of camaraderie comes as no surprise to those of us who live here. This is why I love to call Northwest Missouri home.

It’s the way our neighbors care for each other, the way our communities rally to support our schools, and the way our churches reach out to meet the needs of our people.

It has become our way of life in Northwest Missouri and my fellow legislators saw this at the Capitol this week.

The qualities of our rural lifestyle and the genuineness of our people are noticed by many from other regions.

What our district lacks in comparative corporate revenue, we make up for in our most prized and valuable asset — our people.

I cannot emphasize enough the contribution each of you make in shaping our region into what many of us consider as Missouri’s greatest place to live, work, and raise our families.

Again, it is a privilege to represent you in Jefferson City and to be your voice at the Capitol. And, as always, never hesitate to contact me anytime I may be of further service to you.