MO State News

Governor Kehoe Announces Appointment to 21st Judicial Circuit

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced a judicial appointment to the 21st Judicial Circuit. Tom Smith, of Warson Woods, was appointed as Associate Circuit Judge in the 21st Judicial Circuit. Mr. Smith currently serves as an assistant prosecuting attorney for the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. He previously served as an […]

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Buy Your State Fair Concert and Event Tickets Now!

Tickets to all Missouri State Fair concerts and events are on sale to the public now, while supplies last. This includes all concerts and events in the State Fair Grandstand, presented by CFM Insurance, the Governor Michael L. Parson Arena, and the Governor’s Ham Breakfast. These tickets will be available through Etix.com and by phone 1-800-514-ETIX/1-800-514-3849. Tickets are available for

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Launching the Live Life Mission

Helping Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families Improve Wellness [Jefferson City, MO] – The Department of Mental Health’s Veterans Services Program has launched the Live Life Mission, a new statewide wellness campaign created to help Missouri service members, veterans, and their families improve overall well-being through simple, realistic daily efforts. Military-connected individuals often face stress,

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Attorney General Hanaway Urges Congress to Strengthen Federal Penalties for ATM Attacks

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Today, Attorney General Hanaway announced that she has joined a 15-state coalition in urging Congress to pass S. 3798, the Safe Access to Cash Act. The legislation would strengthen efforts to prosecute organized crime rings that are robbing automated teller machines (ATMs) nationwide. “Organized criminal networks are targeting ATMs in our

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Speaker Patterson Names Rep. Bill Owen as House Budget Committee Chair

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –Speaker of the House Jon Patterson, R-Lee’s Summit, proudly announces the appointment of State Rep. Bill Owen, R-Springfield, to serve as Chair of the House Budget Committee, effective immediately.   “Representative Owen is a proven champion for fiscal responsibility and a steady hand when it comes to stewarding taxpayer dollars,” Speaker Patterson

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Chester Parks and Rec to meet

Chester Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Agenda 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois  62233   August 11, 2026 @ 6 P.M.   Call to order   Roll Call   Pledge of Allegiance   Reading and approval of minutes of previous meeting.   Public Comment   Old Business   New Business             1.Election of Officers             2.Discuss

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MU to kick off 2026 Missouri State Fair with Mizzou Day

SEDALIA, Mo. – The University of Missouri will kick off the 2026 Missouri State Fair with Mizzou Day on Thursday, Aug. 13, bringing a full day of traditions, celebrations and family-friendly activities to fairgoers. Visitors can hear from University of Missouri President Mun Choi, celebrate ribbon cuttings for the Governor Michael L. Parson Arena and

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State Releases July 2026 General Revenue Report

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –State Budget Director Dan Haug announced today that 2027 fiscal year-to-date net general revenue collections increased 5.0 percent compared to July 2025, from $839.0 million last year to $880.8 million this year.  GROSS COLLECTIONS BY TAX TYPE Individual income tax collections Increased 1.9 percent for the year, from $501.6 million last year to $510.9 million this year.  Pass through entity tax collections Increased 3.3 percent for the year, from

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MoDOT Celebrates 70 Years of I-70, where Interstate System Began

Missouri holds a unique place in our nation’s transportation history as the birthplace of the Interstate Highway System. Seventy years ago, construction began on I‑70 in St. Charles, creating the first segment of what would grow into one of America’s most transformative transportation networks. To commemorate this occasion, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is hosting an anniversary event, Celebrating 70 Years of I-70.    When:  Friday,

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