MO State News

State Treasurer Michael Frerichs returns $27,000 to the Salvation Army

SPRINGFIELD, ILL. – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs on Wednesday returned $27,100 in I-CASH missing money to The Salvation Army, the charitable organization widely known for its iconic Red Kettle Christmas fundraising campaign. The Salvation Army is the largest non-governmental provider of social services in the world.     Treasurer Michael Frerichs with Salvation Army […]

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MO judge blocks safety protections for women under abortion amendment

JEFFERSON CITY, MO. – Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America issued the following statement this evening in response to a Jackson County’s judge decision on Planned Parenthood’s Amendment 3 lawsuit. Amendment 3 was approved by 51 percent of Missouri voters in November with pro-abortion activists outspending the pro-life side 8-1. “Before Election Day, voters were told pro-abortion amendments

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Missouri nonpoint source management symposium

JEFFERSON CITY – A virtual meeting will be held January 21, 2025. Virtual Meeting via WebexJanuary 21, 202510:00 a.m. to noonJoin Webex MeetingTeleconference Call Number: 1-650-479-3207 WebEx Meeting number (Access Code): 2864 935 7498Meeting password: XZsTmTnm598 NOTICE: This public symposium may be subject to audio and video recording. This a continuation of the Missouri Department of

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Livestock exhibitor camping reservations for the 2025 Missouri State Fair will be accepted starting April 2

SEDALIA – Missouri State Fair livestock exhibitor campsite reservation request opportunities will open at 9 a.m. on April 2. More information regarding online reservations and paper forms will be available closer to time. Requests are processed in the order they are received. Site availability and specialized requests can be made but are not guaranteed. If you

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Let’s not change

by Caleb Jones  |  cjones@amec.coopNew Year’s resolutions come around like clockwork. Every year, folks decide they’re going to make big changes: eat healthier, exercise more or finally tackle that overflowing garage. But if you’ve been around long enough, you know what usually happens. By Valentine’s Day, those resolutions are little more than a fond memory. Oddly

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Governor-Elect Kehoe announces Kurt Schaefer as Director of Missouri Department of Natural Resources

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe has announced the the appointment of Kurt Schaefer as Director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Schaefer will assume the role of DNR Director effective January 13, 2025, and await Missouri Senate confirmation. “I am proud to have Kurt on our team as we work to make

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Department of Public Safety highlights 2024 accomplishments to advance public safety in Missouri

JEFFERSON CITY – In 2024, the Missouri Department of Public Safety team continued to innovate to deliver improved programs and services in a changing public safety environment. As always, DPS’s exceptional team members worked closely with our public safety partners to respond to evolving needs, always driven by our commitment to serving Missourians with integrity.

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Court strikes down Missouri’s total abortion ban, criminal provisions, several medically unnecessary restrictions

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A circuit court judge struck down Missouri’s total abortion ban and most medically unnecessary restrictions including bans based on gestational time, the use of telemedicine for medication abortion, and burdensome State-mandated waiting periods and biased counseling requirements. These anti-abortion restrictions were enjoined because a majority of Missouri voters passed Amendment 3 in

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Attend MDC waterfowl workshops to give input on upcoming seasons

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites waterfowl hunters to a series of public workshops around the state to gather hunter input about duck season dates and zone boundary locations for the 2026-2030 seasons. Participants will have the opportunity to review long-term waterfowl data about weather, migration, habitat use, harvest, and hunter

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Representative Brad Christ announces legislative priorities for 2025 session

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Representative Brad Christ today announced his slate of bills for the 2025 legislative session, focusing on public safety, economic growth, and consumer protection. The comprehensive legislative agenda reflects Rep. Christ’s commitment to addressing critical issues impacting Missouri residents.   “These bills represent solutions to some of the most pressing challenges

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