MO State News

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – According to a new report released last week by State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, a change in Missouri law meant to ensure taxpayers have an increased opportunity to recover sales and use tax overpayments has instead resulted in a significant increase in the number of overpayments being held by the state while […]

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – As Winter Weather Preparedness Week begins across Missouri, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is reminding consumers to prepare their homes and to stay alert for scams that often spike when the temperatures drop. “Winter brings more than snow and ice; it brings scammers looking for an easy target,” said Attorney General Hanaway. “Whether it’s

By Linda Geist COLUMBIA, Mo. – No.   It’s a tiny word that can make a big difference, says University of Missouri Extension assistant professor Karen Funkenbusch.   Yes.   It’s another little word, one that causes stress, burnout and exhaustion.   Learn when to say “no” and when to say “yes,” says Funkenbusch.  

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Following five years of success, the Missouri Grown program will again offer the much-anticipated holiday gift boxes for the 2025 Christmas season. Each box is full of unique food and home products from small agribusinesses across Missouri.       “The Missouri Grown holiday gift box is a fun and unique

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has issued a statewide health advisory warning Missourians about the serious health risks associated with 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a potent psychoactive compound increasingly found in unregulated consumer products.   7-OH, a synthetic derivative of the kratom plant, is being sold in Missouri in forms such as gummies, candies,

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A minimum wage of $15 an hour takes effect January 1, 2026.     On July 10, 2025, Governor Kehoe signed into law HB 567 (2025), modifying provisions to the Missouri minimum wage law.     Visit the department’s Minimum Wage page at https://labor.mo.gov/dls/minimum-wage to learn more or download summary posters, which are

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri Soybeans is proud to announce the promotion of Brady Lichtenberg to associate director of conservation agronomy. In this role, Lichtenberg will lead efforts at the intersection of conservation and agronomic innovation, helping Missouri farmers adopt practices that increase productivity while improving soil, water and wildlife health.     Brady Lichtenberg  

BOSTON, Mass. – Average gasoline prices in Missouri have fallen 2.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.67/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,940 stations in Missouri. Prices in Missouri are 14.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 8.4 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.  

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — As fans begin purchasing tickets for designated matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Missouri Department of Revenue, in coordination with the Governor’s Office, is reminding buyers of the no-tax provision on official FIFA ticket purchases. “It’s not often that such purchases are untaxed, but Missouri is committed to making the

Missourians urged to review coverage options carefully, plan ahead for the coming year   JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) has announced the release of final health insurance rates for Missouri’s 2026 individual and small group markets. “First and foremost, Missourians need to know our state continues to have a competitive market,