MO State News

ROLLA, Mo., —Mark Twain National Forest is recruiting people to serve on the Eleven Point Resource Advisory Committee (RAC). This committee was established by the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act. The USDA Forest Service is seeking 15 individuals, representing a wide range of Forest connections, to volunteer to serve on this meaningful committee. More […]

COLUMBIA, Mo. — The University of Missouri is a growing hub for cancer researchers. From animal scientists and biologists to immunologists and oncologists, Mizzou is home to a multi-disciplinary team of experts who investigate the building blocks of the disease with the ultimate goal of finding a cure. Among Mizzou’s cancer researchers are Haval Shirwan

JEFFERSON CITY – One of the simplest steps Missourians can take to protect their families is to install smoke alarms in their homes. Installing smoke alarms reduces the risk of dying in a home fire by more than 50%. That’s why this year’s theme for Fire Prevention Week is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!”

CLARKSDALE, Miss. – The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) has awarded more than $500,000 to four communities across Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee in its sixth round of funding through the Strategic Planning Program. Funding for this program is made available by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law signed by President Biden — a key part of his Investing in America agenda

SPRINGFIELD, MO– The American Red Cross is pleased to announce a generous donation of $25,000 from the O’Reilly Automotive Foundation. The money will support multiple disaster relief efforts following the devastating impacts of everything from wildfires to hurricanes. This contribution underscores the foundation’s commitment to helping communities in need during times of crisis.   Natural disasters

JEFFERSON CITY – Fall has arrived, which means deer and other wild animals are on the move as temperatures cool and nights become longer. Most deer strikes with vehicles occur during October and November and between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Missouri Department of Transportation reminds motorists

BOSTON — Average gasoline prices in Missouri have fallen 1.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.85/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,940 stations in Missouri. Prices in Missouri are 17.9 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 66.0 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.   According