May 2026

Governor Kehoe announces partnership with CMS to strengthen Medicaid integrity

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has announced that the State of Missouri has officially notified the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of its intent to launch an accelerated, off-cycle re-validation of high-risk Medicaid providers. This initiative, part of a coordinated “War on Fraud” alongside federal partners, reinforces Missouri’s longstanding commitment […]

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ICC recommends tips for hiring intrastate household goods movers

CHICAGO – With the spring moving season approaching, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) is reminding Illinoisans to look for red flags before handing over their belongings to a potential moving company.    “Before packing up your household, check the ICC website for a company’s complaint history, and confirm the mover holds a valid state license. A

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Illinois engineering firms win industry excellence awards 

CHICAGO – Six American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC Illinois) member firms will receive national recognition at the 2026 American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC National) Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) to be held May 5 in Washington. The national Engineering Excellence Awards are an annual celebration of engineering excellence, honoring projects worldwide that demonstrate innovation, creative problem-solving,

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Illinois Housing Development Authority seeks public input to help guide future of housing

CHICAGO – The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is asking local community members, residents, and leaders to participate in the development of the 2027 Illinois Housing Blueprint (Blueprint) through two opportunities: (1) take the resident survey and/or (2) attend a Community Listening Session. The Blueprint is a forward-thinking, grassroots planning initiative designed by IHDA to provide a deeper

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Local students receive honors at Southeast Health College of Nursing and Health Sciences

CAPE GIRARDEAU — Several students from the River Region have earned a place on the Southeast Health College of Nursing and Health Sciences President’s and Dean’s Lists during the fall 2025 semester.   Students on the President’s List achieved an outstanding GPA of 3.89 or higher, while those on the Dean’s List earned a GPA

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MDC reminds hunters and other shooters to practice range safety

JEFFERSON CITY– Beautiful spring weather prompts people to get outside for a variety of recreational activities – including shooting sports. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) offers hunters and recreational shooters five staffed shooting ranges and more than 35 unstaffed shooting ranges around the state. MDC’s five staffed shooting range and outdoor education centers have trained

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Mickey Soltys, ‘silent wizard’, receives SIU’s Civil Service Staff Excellence Award

CARBONDALE – Described by colleagues as a “silent wizard of the institution,” Mickey Soltys works quietly in the background at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, fixing problems before anyone realizes they could become problems.     Mickey Soltys (center) receives the 2026 Staff Excellence Award from Nick Wortman, assistant vice chancellor of human resources, (left) and

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Missouri Soybeans names Carley Esser McLean associate director of policy and market development

JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Soybeans has named Carley Esser McLean as its new associate director of policy and market development, bringing nearly a decade of federal policy and agricultural leadership experience to the organization.   Originally from Boonville, Missouri, McLean most recently served on the professional staff of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition,

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MoDOT’s Sponsor-A-Highway program now available statewide

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Transportation’s Sponsor-A-Highway program, previously exclusive to the St. Louis and Kansas City areas, is now available statewide, providing an expanded opportunity to help keep roadsides cleaner and safer across the state.   Businesses, organizations, community groups and individuals can sponsor one-mile highway sections statewide through a MoDOT-certified service provider, Adopt-A-Highway

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