JEFFERSON CITY – Portions of Missouri have already been impacted by winter weather. With more winter weather impacting a significant portion of the state, the Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind travelers to practice safe driving behaviors. Before traveling, pay attention to weather conditions and make smart decisions regarding travel. Motorists may check […]
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites people to discover nature through Eagle Days events and by watching bald eagles around the state. From December through February, Missouri’s winter eagle watching is spectacular. Because of Missouri’s big rivers, many lakes, and abundant wetlands, the Show-Me state is one of the leading lower
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by Caleb Jones cjones@amec.coopThere ain’t nothing better than a good dog. For me, that dog was Tuffy. He might’ve been a mutt, but the majority of his breed was “best friend.” Tuffy could round up cattle, chase off snakes and bark at any truck he didn’t recognize. But more than anything, he was my companion
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By Jason Smith, member of Congress Thanks to President Trump, the United States now has the most secure border in modern history. After years of chaos and record-breaking illegal crossings under President Biden, President Trump has taken action to restore order, strengthen enforcement, and put the safety of the American people first. The results
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JEFFERSON CITY – As the first snow of the winter season makes its way out of the state, the Missouri Department of Transportation is urging drivers to keep their guard up for lingering impacts. The National Weather Service does not expect temperatures to rise above freezing in the coming days, which can result in refreeze
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JEFFERSON CITY – Step back in time and into the spirit of the season at Missouri state parks and historic sites! From festive candlelight tours to traditional German, French and Ozark customs, Missouri State Parks has it all. Whether you’re looking for a historical old-fashioned Christmas, a visit with Santa or carolers, state parks and historic
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MissouriNet provided the information for this story JEFFERSON CITY – The drought alert in Missouri isn’t ending anytime soon. The governor has extended the alert originally issued on September 22nd, which was set to expire today. The new expiration date is April 1st, 2026. When the alert was first declared, 85 counties
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – December provides ample opportunity to gather with friends and family during the holidays. This year, consider taking time to enjoy Missouri’s natural world with those close to you. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is holding many free, age-inclusive events throughout the month of December. Events in southeast Missouri include: Flavorful
JEFFERSON CITY, – First reported by a riverboat captain on the Mississippi River in 1833, the annual Geminid meteor shower has been captivating viewers for nearly two centuries, and it keeps getting better. Due to the gravitational influence of Jupiter, the meteor shower’s brilliant streaks are becoming visibly brighter with each passing year
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has announced that Missouri has filed an amicus brief, leading twenty-one states, in urging the U.S. Supreme Court to block a federal district court’s ruling that threw out Texas’s congressional map and handed five seats to the plaintiffs’ preferred political party. The brief explains that the lower
