MO State News

Pansies bring bright colors to fall

A ‘flower for all seasons.’ Source: David Trinklein, 573-882-9631 COLUMBIA, Mo.—As you read this article, somewhere in North America pansies are blooming prolifically in a garden, much to the enjoyment of those observing them, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. That’s true no matter when you are reading this: This delightful garden plant […]

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Treasurer Vivek Malek makes over $510 Million in Investment Earnings on State Portfolio in FY26

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri State Treasurer’s Office under the leadership of Treasurer Malek made $510,565,063.61 in investment earnings in Fiscal Year 2026. As the state’s Chief Banking and Investment Officer, Treasurer Malek is responsible for investing funds in the state treasury. “Missouri taxpayers deserve to know that state funds are being wisely managed,” said Treasurer

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Missouri Department of Agriculture Awards Funding for Spay and Neuter Programs

Department awards $26,000 in funding.   (JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) – Today, the Missouri Department of Agriculture Animal Care Facilities Act (ACFA) Program announces recipients of spay and neuter grants. Grant funds are awarded to eligible organizations that provide low-cost spaying and/or neutering of dogs and cats for individuals who could not normally afford the services.

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Missouri Attorney General Hanaway Orders Unlicensed Prediction Markets To Cease And Desist Unlawful Sports Wagering

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that her office has issued cease-and-desist letters to multiple prediction market operators offering sports “event contracts” to Missourians.  Facilitating such “event contracts” constitutes unlicensed sports wagering under Missouri law. The Attorney General’s Office sent cease-and-desist letters to six companies: Polymarket, Kalshi, Crypto.com, Novig, Underdog, and Robinhood. “Missourians

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Ameren offers simple ways to save energy and manage bills during unusually high September heat

ST. LOUIS (Sept. 18, 2026) – With unseasonably hot September temperatures driving up energy usage, Ameren is encouraging its Missouri and Illinois customers to use energy conservatively and efficiently. Simple steps, such as raising the thermostat a few degrees or using certain appliances later in the evening, can help reduce electric demand and save on monthly

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Rep. Brad Christ Announces Bill to Put Missouri’s License Plate Cameras Under State Law for the First Time

SUNSET HILLS, Mo. — State Rep. Brad Christ (R-Sappington) announced today that he will support legislation next legislative session to regulate automated license plate reader cameras in Missouri, which currently operate under no state law. More than 3,400 of the cameras are in use across the state, according to community mapping projects, including in Sunset

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Congressman Smith Hosts Annual Academy Day for High School Students

HILLSBORO, Mo. – Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08), joined by members of the Missouri delegation, recently hosted an Academy Day event at Jefferson College in Hillsboro, where hundreds of high school students and parents came to hear from admissions representatives from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force

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Attorney General Hanaway Charges 17 Defendants in Statewide Medicaid Fraud Enforcement

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced felony charges against 17 defendants in Medicaid fraud cases involving more than $450,000 in illegal schemes across Missouri. The cases allege a range of fraud involving identity theft, personal care attendant (PCA) fraud, and adult daycare billing abuses that diverted taxpayer funds intended for vulnerable

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Missouri’s Division of Cannabis Regulation announces recall for cannabis products

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR), in partnership with CCMRB Processing, LLC, issued a marijuana product recall today for marijuana product M00002615049: Juicy – Juicy J’s – Infused Pre Rolls – 2.5g – 5ct. – CHERRY LIMEADE source tag 1A40C0300005E25000004098 produced by CCMRB Processing, LLC, MAN000103. Pursuant to 19 CSR

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Soybean Crush Growth is Reshaping Acres, Prices and Exports

Columbia, Mo. — Expanding domestic soybean crush is becoming a larger driver of U.S. soybean acreage and prices as biofuel demand reshapes how the crop is used, according to FAPRI’s September baseline update.   Soybean acreage rises 5.4 million acres in 2026/27 to 86.8 million acres and remains above 87 million acres through much of

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