MO State News

JEFFERSON CITY, MO. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is conducting its annual search for a large Christmas tree for use on the governor’s mansion lawn in Jefferson City. MDC is asking landowners, homeowners, businesses, and communities that may have possible candidate trees to contact the Department.     Each year thousands of people admire […]

COLUMBIA, Mo. — When humans or animals get infected, the body’s immune system tries to not only clear the infection but also build up a memory of the pathogen that caused it. So, when the pathogen comes around again for possible reinfection, the body has an army of memory T cells that can recognize and destroy it. These T

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has launched an investigation into Liberty Safe’s policies regarding the release of customer safe codes to third parties. This investigation comes on the heels of Liberty Safe providing the Federal Bureau of Investigation with the password to a customer’s safe at the law enforcement agency’s request. The

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is reminding hunters to follow regulations – including bag limits, shooting hours, and carrying all necessary permits – along with always hunt safely during migratory bird season.   Dove season in Missouri runs through Nov. 29. Seasons for other migratory birds include: Teal season: Now

WASHINGTON – Senator Eric Schmitt led Missouri’s congressional delegation in a letter of support of Governor Mike Parson’s request for a federal emergency disaster declaration. The declaration, which covers 33 Missouri counties, is in response to severe weather that began impacting Missouri in late July:    The letter states, “On August 4, an EF-2 tornado in Knox County destroyed or caused major

Sen. Rehder’s office JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Senator Holly Thompson fought for the protection of women’s sports and won!   She has empowered victims of domestic violence and pushed for protections for Missouri students all in the 2023 legislative session. Like many Missourians, Holly believes in protecting women’s sports. Senate Bill 39 focuses on keeping women’s

JEFFERSON CITY— Staying connected with family and friends, seeking emergency and government services as well as community resources is essential.   The Lifeline Program and the Affordable Connectivity Program can help eligible low-income customers access broadband and phone services. The Missouri Public Service Commission helps the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) administer the Lifeline program and