October 2021

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – On September 29, Governor Mike Parson signed a proclamation declaring October as Show Me Excellence Month in the State of Missouri.  The Governor was joined by Operational Excellence Leaders from all state agencies for a presentation in his office.  “Our Cabinet is committed to making real change in state government,” said Governor Mike Parson. “As a state

CAPE GIRARDEAU — This Fire Prevention Week (October 3-9), the American Red Cross of Southeast Missouri urges you to test your smoke alarms before the threat of home fires increases with cold weather. Locally, the Missouri and Arkansas Red Cross region responds to 34% more home fires in November-March than in warmer months. According to

JEFFERSON CITY — Farming plays a vital role in Missouri’s economy, history, and identity. Our farmers are hard at work harvesting their crops and will be for the coming weeks. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds drivers to share the road. Expect to see an increase in farm machinery traffic–especially on rural highways. Please obey

JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date: Monday, October 11, 2021, in observance of Columbus Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. Too many people die in traffic crashes each year