Supreme Court of Missouri Chief Justice Mary R. Russell delivered the annual State of the Judiciary address, emphasizing the dedication of the state’s judicial staff and the ongoing efforts to improve court operations statewide.Russell began by acknowledging the sacrifices made by legislators and their families, sharing a personal anecdote about her late husband, Jim, who served in the Missouri House of Representatives.“My late husband Jim spent many years working in this incredible building, including four terms representing northwest Missouri in this very chamber,” she said Russell. “He used to tell me, if I ever ran for office, he’d run for the state line.”Russell then took a moment to introduce other family members, recognizing the sacrifices often made when everyone can’t gather together. She expressed heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, highlighting their unique ...