MO State News

Missouri Job Openings and Labor Turnover – July 2024

KANSAS CITY – The Southwest Information Office of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics today released Missouri Job Openings and Labor Turnover – July 2024. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted these Missouri highlights: Missouri had 143,000 job openings in July, compared to 161,000 job openings in June. The job openings rate for Missouri […]

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Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland receives $2,500 donation from the Enterprise Mobility Foundation

SPRINGFIELD – The Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland recently announced a $2,500 donation from the Enterprise Mobility Foundation. The donation will accelerate Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland’s initiative to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. The Donation Impact This generous gift will enable us, Girl

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Delta Regional Authority recognizes 2024 Leadership Class with graduation ceremony

CLARKSDALE, Miss. – The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) is proud to recognize 29 new graduates of its Delta Leadership Institute (DLI) Executive Academy — an extensive leadership development program that brings together public, private and nonprofit sector leaders from the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions   Representing the 2024 DLI Executive Academy

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Autumn activities abound throughout St. Louis area state parks and historic sites

JEFFERSON CITY – As the seasons begin to change, it’s time to check out some of the many activities available at state parks and historic sites in the St. Louis region. Thursdays, Sept. 26 and Oct. 10 at 10 a.m.: Toddler Thursday at Mastodon State Historic SiteCome learn, create and play at Mastodon State Historic Site!

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Missouri Department of Natural Resources opens2024-2025 Bus Grant Program

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Division of State Parks has opened the Bus Grant Program for the 2024-2025 school year. This is a noncompetitive grant that is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified applicants. The deadline to apply is May 23, 2025.  The Bus Grant Program is available to public

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Judges, lawyers, legislators honored for advancing administration of justice in Missouri

ST. LOUIS – At an annual ceremony honoring service to Missouri and the state’s judiciary, 11 judges, two lawyers, 12 legislators and a team of staff members were honored for their contributions to protecting and improving the effective administration of justice in Missouri. The ceremony was held Thursday morning, September 19, 2024, as part of

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2022-2032 Industry and Occupational Projections available for Missouri and Regions

JEFFERSON CITY – The 2022-2032 Industry and Occupational Projections have been completed for Missouri and regions. Industry ProjectionsNew 2022 to 2032 industry projections for Missouri estimate employment in the state to grow by 4.3 percent, or more than 136,000 in employment, during the decade. Health Care and Social Assistance; Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services; and

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Cong. Jason Smith continues to press for investigation of USPS

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, Eighth District Congressman Jason Smith called on the USPS Office of Inspector General to immediately launch an investigation into the unacceptable mail delays in rural Missouri and provide a detailed plan on what – if any – steps the agency is taking to improve service.   “The USPS’s rural mail

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Assassination attempts cannot become the norm in America

By Jason Smith, member of Congress WASHINGTON, D.C. – On September 15, an absolute tragedy was prevented when a vigilant Secret Service agent fired at an armed lunatic who was determined to assassinate former President Donald Trump. I thank God that President Trump is safe. And I’m incredibly grateful for that Secret Service agent as

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