MO State News

Missouri is 10th among U.S. states for risk of spousal homicide

By Simmrin Law Group, www.simmrinlawgroup.com BURBANK, Calif. – A new study reveals that Missouri has the tenth-highest rate of spousal and ex-spousal homicides in the United States.   The research by personal injury law firm Simmrin Law Group analyzed federal crime data on spousal and ex-spousal homicides from 2022 to 2024, using data from the FBI Crime […]

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Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority announces grants to grow dairy and beef industries

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority (MASBDA) has announced two grant programs to assist dairy and beef producers in Missouri. Grant amounts of up to $40,000 are available to established producers in the state for facilities, equipment and upgrades directly related to increasing production in the beef and dairy industries.

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Department of Natural Resources’ St. Louis Regional Office completes move to new address

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has completed moving its St. Louis Regional Office from its previous location at 7545 South Lindbergh in St. Louis to its new location at 1390 Timberlake Manor Parkway, Suite 200, in Chesterfield.   On Oct. 16, DNR hosted an open house for its new home with invitees,

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Deer hunters are asked to ‘share the harvest’

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) encourage deer hunters to share their harvests by donating venison to Missouri’s Share the Harvest (STH) program. The donated deer meat goes to local food banks and food pantries to help feed hungry Missourians all around the state.

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University of Missouri takes first step in exploring opportunities for commercial development on campus

COLUMBIA, Mo. — During the September Board of Curators meeting, University of Missouri leaders shared plans to pursue opportunities to utilize university land to provide meaningful revenue, boost the area’s economy and enhance game day experiences for fans.   Today, the university took the first step in this project and issued a formal Request for Information

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Missouri House Future Caucus sets first hearing on disaster mitigation

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri House Future Caucus will convene its first hearing in St. Louis on September 30, 10:00 am, 1520 Market Street, 2nd floor, main board room. This first hearing will concentrate on the future of disaster mitigation, emergency response, and recovery for Missouri, and how to increase state ability to build

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Missouri hosts Seventh Annual Show Me Excellence Summit

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –The State of Missouri held its seventh annual Show Me Excellence Summit Wednesday, Oct. 15. The annual summit is planned by a team of State of Missouri Operational Excellence Leaders and volunteers who coordinate the state’s efforts to improve how team members work together to deliver great service for Missouri citizens.  

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Missouri Department of Natural Resources seeks contractor to develop state energy plan

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Energy is partnering with the Environmental Improvement and Energy Resources Authority to secure a contractor to develop a new Comprehensive State Energy Plan. The request for proposals is open until 3 p.m. Oct. 28. The request seeks a contractor to perform quantitative modeling

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Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance urges consumers to be ready, have a plan for earthquake recovery

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) indicates fewer homes are insured against earthquakes in the New Madrid Seismic Zone. October’s Great ShakeOut Drill offers a good opportunity for consumers in the high-risk zone to prepare their families to recover following an earthquake. This plan should include financial preparations, including

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Lt. Gov. launches new recognition program for Mo Scouts

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger has announced the creation of the Missouri Lt. Governor’s Patch, a new recognition program developed in partnership with Scouting America to honor Scouts who exemplify leadership, service, and citizenship at the state level. The program encourages young Missourians to learn about their government, serve their communities, and

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