By Delaware Governor Jack Markell

The future success of our state is dependent on how well we educate today’s youth – and their academic success is dependent, in part, on quality educators.

By Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker

I recently kicked off the commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War at a ceremony with Vietnam Veterans in our State Capitol.

By West Virginia Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin

During my service as your governor and as your longest serving senate president, I have had the great privilege of working on some very important legislation.

By Arkansa Governor Beebe

Trees are one of Arkansas’s most valuable, and visible, resources. Arkansas wouldn’t be the Natural State without the vibrant hardwoods of the Boston Mountains, our magnificent pines and dogwoods, and our beautiful flowering magnolias.

By Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman

Nebraskans support our military veterans. We owe our freedom to those who have served and sacrificed.

By Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe

Even with today’s sophisticated equipment, the life of a farmer is never easy. Despite technological advances, Arkansas’s farm families must still contend with the unpredictable variables of weather, pests, crop yield and commodity prices.

By South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard

Last year, I had the opportunity to join a Department of Defense trip to Kuwait and Afghanistan to visit South Dakota troops who were serving in those countries.

By Deleware Gov. Jack Markell

Over the last four years, I have visited dozens and dozens of schools here in Delaware. I am often so impressed with the work that is being done by our teachers and administrators.

By Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin

It’s the beginning of a New Year, which means that many Oklahomans have made resolutions and personal goals for themselves for 2013. A lot of those resolutions probably include plans to get in shape and become more physically active.

By West Virginia Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin

Joanne and I celebrated Joyful Night with West Virginians from throughout the state who traveled to Charleston to kick-off the holiday season. As we toured the capitol grounds to see the beautiful decorations, listen to musical selections and light the state’s Christmas trees, I asked visitors to pay special attention to a new tradition.

By Michigan Governor Rick Snyder

In Michigan, we have an educational crisis on our hands. Many of our students are being left behind, all at a time when they can least afford to stand still.

By Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe

Entering this holiday season, our thoughts turn even more frequently toward family. It is a time for gatherings, reunions and giving thanks for the love and blessings we share with those closest to us. It is also a time to remember that there are hundreds of children in Arkansas looking for permanent homes, with loving, supportive families.

By Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman

Veterans Day is November 11th and this provides a great opportunity to honor and remember those who have served our state and our country in uniform.

By Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker

This week the federal government verified the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages for the first quarter of 2012.  It showed Wisconsin created more than 37,000 private sector jobs from March 2011 to March 2012, including a gain of 12,138 jobs in the manufacturing sector.

By Delaware Governor Jack Markell

Education isn’t just happening in our classrooms. It’s happening in our communities. This week, I had the privilege of celebrating the grand opening of our new Dover Public Library.

By South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard

A few weeks ago, South Dakota received its average ACT scores for the 2011-2012 school year.

By Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe

This summer, Arkansas has begun putting in place our home-grown effort to transform the methods our state pays for health care.

By Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman
Last week, I led a trade mission to China that included stops in Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai. This was the 11th trade mission undertaken by my administration.

By West Virginia Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin
We have an abundance of natural gas right here in West Virginia. Now is the time for us to begin transitioning to the transportation fuel source of tomorrow.

By Michigan Governor Rick Snyder
When we look to the sky and see fireworks burst over our treetops, grab a hamburger from the grill, watch a parade travel down Main Street, and salute the Stars and Stripes, we do it for a reason.

By Governor Gary R. Herbert
Bill Cosby said, “Nothing I’ve ever done has given me more joys and rewards than being a father to my children.” I whole-heartedly echo his sentiment.

By South Dakota Gov. Dennis Daugaard

The month of May brings graduation ceremonies at all levels of education across South Dakota.

By Washington Governor Chris Gregoire

Along with Secretary of Health Mary Selecky, I have announced a series of new emergency efforts to help curb the state’s whooping cough epidemic. The bottom line is that adults and teens need to be vaccinated, or get a booster shot, to prevent additional infections.

By Guam Governor Eddie Baza Calvo
Just last month, we recorded the seventh highest tourist arrival numbers in our history. More than 126,000 visitors arrived on Guam in a one-month period.

By Missouri Governor Jay Nixon
Thank you. I can't think of a more appropriate place for a gathering of those who have served in our nation's military than here in this Capitol, the seat of state government.