Community feedback shapes plan for northern Missouri energy transformation

Published on September 04, 2025.

The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) recently approved a coalition proposal for a 200-mile transmission power line route across northern Missouri. Intended to support a more reliable and resilient energy grid, the project will primarily follow existing transmission corridors. As a result of strong community input, the project will include 140 miles worth of transmission lines in a double-circuit configuration. 

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Ameren Missouri CTGs played a critical role during summer heat wave

Published on September 04, 2025.

Ameren Missouri relies on a balanced mix of energy generation to serve its customers. Baseload energy from coal-fired facilities and nuclear power from the Callaway Energy Center do much of the heavy lifting, while other generation sources, including hydropower, make up the company's generation fleet. On a typical day with comfortable temperatures, this mix of generation is often enough to meet the energy needs of the company's customers.

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Ameren Missouri customers may qualify for up to $1,400 in bill payment assistance

Published on September 04, 2025.

Ameren Missouri customers who typically qualify for energy assistance may now be eligible to receive up to $1,400 in bill payment support across various programs. This follows the company's recent $4 million donation to community action agencies in Missouri and Illinois. The support is in addition to the $1 million in assistance for victims of the May 16 tornado. These assistance funds are still available and are being distributed by local area agencies.

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Power Profile: Phillip James

Published on September 04, 2025.

When a massive transformer was installed just a few miles from WEG Transformers USA’s Washington, Missouri, factory, it was one of the shortest deliveries the company had ever made. And, for Vice President Phillip James, it symbolized the strength of local manufacturing and the direct impact of Ameren Missouri’s Smart Energy Plan.

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Amazon to build new delivery station in Scott City

Published on July 31, 2025.

Amazon is planning to build a new 61,000-square-foot, last-mile delivery station in the new SEMO Industrial Park in Scott City, Missouri. The new facility will streamline the company’s logistics in southeast Missouri, enhancing delivery services in Cape Girardeau, Scott and surrounding counties. Through the project, Amazon will invest $15 million in capital and create 70 new jobs for the area. This will be Amazon’s 17th operational facility in Missouri and the first in the southeast part of the state.

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The Wall That Heals visits St. Louis

Published on July 31, 2025.

The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., and its accompanying Mobile Education Center, visited Jefferson Barracks Park in St. Louis County from July 24-27. A program of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, this powerful tribute honors the more than 3 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War and memorializes the 58,281 names of those who made the ultimate sacrifice — giving their life for their country.

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Power Profile: Representative Keri Ingle

Published on July 31, 2025.

For Rep. Keri Ingle, energy policy is deeply personal.

Before her election to the Missouri House of Representatives in 2018, Ingle built her career as a licensed master social worker, helping children, families and medically vulnerable people navigate some of life’s hardest challenges, an experience she said continues to shape her work in public office. Now representing the 35th District in the Missouri House, which includes parts of Lee’s Summit and southern Kansas City, she serves as ranking member of the House Utilities committee, where she’s become a strong voice for balancing energy reliability, affordability and innovation.

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