Jessica Catron, a native of Warrenton, has announced plans to file to run for state representative to replace term-limited Rep. Bart Korman.“Warren County is my home and I have a passion to fight for our families and our communities,” Catron said.“A strong representative who will work aggressively with the state Legislature on behalf of the district is vital to the necessary growth and progress,” said Catron, who has worked within the Legislature for almost eight years.“I know what it takes to be effective and how to work with people to get things done,” she said.Rural values and agriculture issues will be a focus of her campaign.Catron said a lack of representation for the rural way of life in Missouri had a strong influence on her decision to run.“There will be a true vacuum of rural and agriculture knowledge after this year,” she said. “I believe I can offer that to the state as a whole. I have a track record of working for the issues facing our region in the state Legislature. That experience will allow me to get right to work on day one for the people in our district.”The House seat has been held for the last eight years by Korman. The 42nd House District encompasses all of Montgomery County, the western and southern areas of Warren County, and a portion of rural St. Charles County.

Jessica Catron