JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. David Pearce, R-Warrensburg, will be touring Hope Haven Industries in Chillicothe today at 10 a.m. Hope Haven Industries, 304 Clay St., is a sheltered workshop that, “provides dignified and meaningful employment for people with disabilities,” according to the company’s website. Since 1967, the company has offered sheltered employment positions at their recycling plant, pallet shop and warehouses, and today employs over 58 developmentally disabled individuals.

Following the tour, Sen. Pearce will be giving a joint legislative update at noon with Representative Mike Lair, D-007, to the Chillicothe Rotary Club. The Rotary meets at the Chillicothe Country Club, 800 Arch St.