GWYNETHICS




As a nation founded on the ideals of ‘life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,’ we must recognize that simply declaring these values does not make them authentic. An effective way to prevent tyranny is to understand it within ourselves.


  • Missouri Ballot Measures: 2026 Midterm Election

    Midterms are coming up November 3rd! If you’re in Missouri, here’s what you need to know. There are five ballot measures you’ll decide on. You might have already heard about Amendment 3, which would…

    Missouri Ballot Measures: 2026 Midterm Election
  • Missouri is Getting More Data Centers.

    More data centers are coming to Missouri. Franklin County just approved two new hyper-scale data center sites despite public outcry. Here’s what the risk looks like in Southeast Missouri.

    Missouri is Getting More Data Centers.
  • The Pond that Built Shelby

    There’s a small slice of heaven where you’ll find Shelby Perrien. Tucked away by trees and a field of soybeans, a little pond holds her memory dearly. Shelby’s brother, Lane Kesler, invited me to…

    The Pond that Built Shelby
  • Scott County Fire Chief & Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested in Wife’s Murder

    April 20, 2025: Scott County Fire Chief and Sheriff’s Deputy Jeremy Perrien sent a string of messages to his wife, Shelby Perrien “You 100% will need a body bag if I stay with you.…

    Scott County Fire Chief & Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested in Wife’s Murder
  • Nurse Practitioner Outlines Struggles in Southeast Missouri

    “Our village is segmented, and really it’s been severed for most families. They don’t have a village.” Sheila Armbruster is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Southeast Missouri. She runs her clinics free of charge.…

    Nurse Practitioner Outlines Struggles in Southeast Missouri
  • Sikeston Protestors Back Ricardo Montes

    Folks gathered in Sikeston on August 16 to protest ICE operations in our area. Ricardo Montes was arrested by ICE at the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo on August 8th. He is now being held…

    Sikeston Protestors Back Ricardo Montes
  • Ride-Along with Sikeston Police

    August 3, I went on my first ride-along with Sikeston Police. I wanted to highlight an individual officer’s experience on the job and learn more about what its like being an officer. Sergeant Tanner…

    Ride-Along with Sikeston Police
  • ICE and the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo

    Editorial by Gwyneth Pearson A man named Ricardo Montes was arrested by ICE August 8 at the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo. At least 3 other people are reported to have been arrested by ICE…

  • Missouri’s 2026 Primary Election Shows a Breakage of the Partisan Lens

    Editorial by Gwyneth Pearson The 2026 Missouri Primary Election shows that when voters make decisions on policy instead of party – unity can be found. Missourians cast their votes on four ballot measures August…

    Missouri’s 2026 Primary Election Shows a Breakage of the Partisan Lens
  • Tennessee’s Law Requiring Gun Safety Education

    In 2024, Tennessee signed a law requiring all public and charter schools to educate students on gun safety. We are heading into the state’s second year with this curriculum. It was made in partnership…