Fisher named American Legion Legislator of the Year

Rep. Barney Fisher

The American Legion, Department of Missouri, recently announced the selection of Missouri State Representative Barney Fisher, R-125, as the American Legion Legislator of the Year for 2008.

Fisher, a veteran himself -- he's retired from the U. S. Marine Corps -- Fisher regularly champions veterans' causes and assists or officiates at many local veterans' events.

On July 11 and 12. Rep. Fisher and his wife, Mary, will be the guests of the American Legion at their annual meeting in Jefferson City.