February 2024

Driver examination stations to close statewide for upcoming holidays

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 dates: Monday, February 12, 2024, in observance of Lincoln’s birthday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Washington’s birthday. […]

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Fans don’t let fans drive drunk

KANSAS CITY, Mo.— Super Bowl LVIII is February 11th this year and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Region 7, comprised of Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska, is teaming up with local law enforcement to remind Chiefs fans and football fans everywhere that Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk. This year,

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Flammable liquids burn; OSFM focuses on safety and prevention

SPRINGFIELD, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) wants to raise awareness about the importance of safety around flammable liquids as burn injuries can create life altering impacts. National Burn Awareness Week is February 4-10 with this year’s theme of “Flammable Liquids Burn.”   National Burn Awareness Week is a window of opportunity

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FOP issues statement regarding vehicle stop bill

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) State Lodge has issued a statement regarding Illinois House Bill 4603, proposed legislation that would prohibit law enforcement officers from stopping vehicles for infractions such as speeding, improper lane usage, obstructed windshields, defective headlights, expired registration stickers, or failure to wear safety belts. Evidence obtained in any

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Illinois Bankers now accepting scholarship applications for aspiring bankers 

Illinois Bankers now accepting scholarship applications for aspiring bankers  SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Bankers Association is currently accepting applications for its annual scholarship program, which is aimed at promoting excellence in the field of banking and developing a vibrant talent pool of future banking leaders.   The Illinois Bankers Scholarship Fund awards scholarships in the amount

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Illinois state Senator Terri Bryant will participate in Sen. Rezin’s ‘Safe Screens, Health Minds’ forum in Mt. Vernon

SPRINGFIELD, Ill.  – Continuing upon her desire to gather input from parents, educators, and mental health professionals throughout the state regarding her “Safe Screens, Healthy Minds” initiative, Senate Minority Deputy Leader Sue Rezin (R-Morris) has announced two new locations and dates for her roundtable series, as well as the launch of an online survey.   “Illinois

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John and Jayne Simmons make $10M gift to SIU’s law school

Historic donation will expand, enhance opportunities for students, faculty CARBONDALE, Ill. – A $10 million gift from John and Jayne Simmons will impact generations of Southern Illinois University Carbondale law students and strengthen the law school’s ability to serve its students and the region. In honor of their generosity, the law school will be named

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llinois Manufacturers’ Association welcomes new board members

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) has named four new members drawn from various sectors of the industry to its Board of Directors, further strengthening its advocacy efforts on behalf of manufacturers across the state.   “I am proud to welcome these manufacturing leaders to our Board of Directors. The diversity of their expertise and

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Missouri observes Earthquake Awareness Month with emphasis on preparedness

JEFFERSON CITY – Each February, the state of Missouri observes Earthquake Awareness Month to emphasize the chance of a major earthquake occurring in the New Madrid Seismic Zone (NMSZ) and the importance of being prepared.   Located in Southeast Missouri, the NMSZ generated some of the most powerful earthquakes to ever jolt the nation. A

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