MO State News

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – This week, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed two amicus briefs defending students’ right to free speech at school. “There is currently a movement by far-left progressives who, in an attempt to force their ideology onto Americans,  are working to stamp out free speech. We’re not standing for it,” said Attorney General Bailey. “They’re censoring […]

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – This week, the FDA authorized an updated Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 12 years of age and older. This authorization provides an additional COVID-19 vaccine option that meets the FDA’s standards for safety, effectiveness and manufacturing quality. Although authorized, distribution plans are still under way at the federal level. Many vaccine providers in Missouri are

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – From thrills and chills to treats and eats, you can find all sorts of fun Halloween activities at Missouri state parks and historic sites.   Saturday, Oct. 21: Spooktacular at Meramec State ParkMeramec State Park will host its annual Spooktacular Halloween event Saturday, Oct. 21. Meramec State Park is located at 115

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premier law enforcement agency, is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and will offer testing at nine different locations in Missouri. Those who successfully complete testing will be eligible to continue in the selection process for the

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Now that archery season for deer and turkey is underway, fall turkey firearms season has begun (now through Oct. 31), and other firearms hunting opportunities are approaching, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) wants to remind hunters of procedures they must follow before and after harvesting game.   “Violations our conservation agents

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Department of Economic Development’s Office of Broadband Development has announced support for Missouri ACP Act Now, an initiative led by national nonprofit EducationSuperHighway (ESH). Missouri ACP Act Now aims to increase awareness of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a long-term federal benefit that helps eligible households pay for high-speed internet.  

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Budget Director Dan Haug announced today that net general revenue collections for September 2023 declined 4.2 percent compared to those for September 2022, from $1.26 billion last year to $1.21 billion this year.   Net general revenue collections for 2024 fiscal year-to-date decreased 2.9 percent compared to September 2022, from $3.24

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson have announced that the sixth annual Parson Family Fall Festival and Trick-or-Treating at the People’s House will be held at the Missouri Governor’s Mansion on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. The outdoor event will feature several vendors, children’s activities, and

JEFFERSON CITY – Across the U.S., interest in cooking and testing out new recipes in the kitchen have risen dramatically in recent years. The fire service says it’s time to see a similar increase in interest in preventing kitchen fires, and that’s why the theme for Fire Prevention Week this year is “Cooking safety starts