KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Missouri ranks last in the nation paying starting teaching salaries an annual average salary of roughly $33,000 according to the National Education Association.
A bill filed in the U.S. House of Representatives would raise minimum teacher starting pay to $60,000 a year.
According to the Missouri State Teachers Association half of all teachers often consider leaving the profession. Former substitute teacher Iris Simmons understands why.
Storms Give Way to Quiet Weekend
Showers and thunderstorms have cleared the area making way for a quiet weekend with a cooler start.
Major Fishing Event Underway on Table Rock Lake
Table Rock Lake is hosting a major fishing tournament this weekend.
Severe Storms Ramp Up Today
Weather Forecasters say today is the best chance for storms to turn severe in the lakes region.
Drought Minimal in Missouri, Major in Arkansas
The latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows a major difference between the Missouri and Arkansas Lakes Region.
Area Police Department Warns of Another Scam
The Harrison Police Department takes to Social Media to warn of another scam.
