MO State News

More than 1,780 to receive degrees from Mizzou

More than 1,780 to receive degrees from MizzouCOLUMBIA, Mo. — The University of Missouri will soon celebrate the accomplishments of 1,780 students with more than 1,900 degrees at MU’s winter commencement ceremonies. “The MU community is proud of what our graduates have accomplished,” said University of Missouri President Mun Choi. “These students are well-prepared to […]

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Attorney General Bailey warns consumers about gift card scams during the holidays

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – In an effort to inform and protect consumers during the holidays, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has warned Missourians to be wary of gift card scams. “As we enter the holiday season, I want to educate the public on potential scams, including those involving gift cards,” said Attorney General Bailey. “The

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Senator Elaine Gannon pre-files bill requiring AEDs in Missouri schools

JEFFERSON CITY — Public school students and faculty will have easier access to lifesaving automated external defibrillators (AED) under a proposal sponsored by State Sen. Elaine Gannon, R-De Soto. Senate Bill 773 will require every public school to install AEDs and appropriately train staff to operate and maintain the devices.   “Requiring our schools to

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Rolla man charged with rape and sodomy in ongoing investigation

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces additional criminal charges filed in the investigation of Justin B. Durham, 42, of Rolla, Missouri.   On September 14, 2023, Durham was formally indicted by a Phelps County Grand Jury with first degree rape, first degree sodomy, possession of child

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MU researcher uses artificial intelligence to determine how autistic people experience their environment

COLUMBIA, Mo. — Many people associate virtual reality headsets with interactive video games, but a researcher at the University of Missouri is using them for something far more important — helping autistic people navigate public transportation on college campuses.     MU researcher Noah Glaser — in collaboration with Matthew Schmidt, an associate professor at

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MU Board of Curators meets Friday

COLUMBIA – The MU Board of Curators will meet in regular session Friday.   Public Meeting Notice: University of Missouri Board of Curators Finance Committee   12:30 P.M. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2023   ALL TIMES LISTED ARE APPROXIMATE   Zoom Webinar Link: https://umsystem.zoom.us/j/99197394966   Webinar ID: 99197394966   Public Session Dial-In Number: +13017158592,,99197394966#   Friday,

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Mo attorney general sues Washington University over transgender issue

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – On Thursday, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed suit against Washington University in St. Louis for failing to hand over documents they had previously agreed to provide to his office amidst his investigation into their pediatric transgender clinic. General Bailey launched the investigation in February after a whistleblower came forward with

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Marquand couple wins MOFB Young Farmer Excellence in Agriculture Award

JEFFERSON CITY – Kyla and Dustin Estes, of Marquand, were named the winners of the Missouri Farm Bureau (MOFB) Young Farmers and Ranchers (YF&R) Excellence in Agriculture Award during the organization’s 109th annual meeting on December 5 at the Lake of the Ozarks.     The Excellence in Agriculture Award is designed to recognize young

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WIC participation is on the rise in Missouri as WIC celebrates 50 years of service

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.– October marked the start of the 50th year of WIC services in the United States. Missouri WIC begins this celebration with an overall increase of 7.7% in participation over the last federal fiscal year (FFY). WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. The program provides quality nutrition education,

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Senator Elaine Gannon’s pre-filed legislation will assist homeless youth

JEFFERSON CITY — It will be easier for homeless and unaccompanied youth to start rebuilding their lives under a proposal pre-filed by State Sen. Elaine Gannon, R- De Soto. Senate Bill 772 permits homeless or unaccompanied youth and emancipated minors to obtain a free driver’s license or non-driver identification card, while simplifying the verification process

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