MO State News

MDC asks deer hunters to Share the Harvest and follow CWD regulations

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages deer hunters to share their harvests to help feed hungry Missourians. MDC also reminds deer hunters of mandatory and voluntary chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing opportunities and other CWD regulations. Missouri’s deer season opened with archery hunting on Sept. 15 and runs through the close […]

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Governor Mike Parson Proclaims Sept. as Rice Month

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – On behalf of Missouri rice producers, Governor Mike Parson proclaimed Sept. to be Rice Month in Missouri. The proclamation was presented to Missouri Rice Research & Merchandising Council members. “Missouri is growing food for a growing world, and Missouri rice producers are proof,” Governor Mike Parson said. Ranking fourth in the nation for

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Applications are now open for a free virtual training program designed for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities

JEFFERSON CITY – Adults with disabilities are invited to take their leadership and advocacy skills to the next level through a free virtual training program.   The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC) is now accepting applications for the 2025 Missouri Partners in Policymaking class.   Adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) are eligible to

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Murray to succeed Judge Sechrest in 24th Judicial Circuit

JEFFERSON CITY, MO– Missouri Governor Mike Parson has announced three judicial appointments including on in the 24th Judicial Circuit. Joseph A. Murray III, of Farmington, will be appointed as Associate Circuit Judge for St. Francois County in the 24th Judicial Circuit. Murray owns Murray Law LLC. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history and a Bachelor of Science in finance

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MDC Day on the River set for Sept. 28 at Cape Girardeau’s Riverfront Park

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Day on the River event showcasing the mighty Mississippi River is set for 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sept. 28 at Riverfront Park in Cape Girardeau. All ages and groups are welcome at this free event, and no registration is required.     MDC Naturalist

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Governor Parson highlights successes of 2024 Missouri State Fair

SEDALIA – Missouri Governor Mike Parson and Missouri State Fair Director Jason Moore announced today that 345,643 visitors attended the annual State Fair in Sedalia, which was held August 8-18, 2024. The Missouri State Fair is the state’s largest agriculture showcase, bringing people together each summer from across the state. “The Missouri State Fair is

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Governor Parson awards Missouri Public Safety Medals to first responders and civilians for heroic actions in 2023

JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Governor Mike Parson has awarded Missouri Public Safety Medals to 28 first responders for heroic and life-saving actions during 2023. The awards – the Medal of Valor, the Governor’s Award, and the Red, White and Blue Heart Award – are Missouri’s highest recognitions for first responders acting during critical incidents. Two of the

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