Jones is executive vice president of the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives and member of Boone Electric Cooperative.
My Missouri Top 10
This month marks one of my favorite editions of Rural Missouri. Every year our members decide what is the best of the best in the Show-Me State. So, I thought I would give you my list of top things...
Dad of the Year?
Some buddies and I have a contest called “Dad of the Year.” Before you question my parenting skills, let me explain the game. There are no rules, judges or winner. The theory behind “Dad of the Year” is straightforward.
Easy to forget
Turns out it is easy to forget something you’ve done for years and take it for granted. Likewise, it’s easy to forget where your electricity comes from today. We all know the luxury of just flipping a switch or plugging in a cord. But it wasn’t long ago those of us who lived in rural America were in the dark.
New year, new day
Front-row parking at the grocery store, stopping at the gas station and finding my cellphone on the tailgate of my truck or catching the biggest trout at fish camp opening day — if you ask my wife or any of my buddies, I’m a pretty lucky guy. I’m going to let you in...