MO State News

TUSCUMBIA, Mo. — Understanding what your soil needs is one of the most important steps in improving crop production, pasture performance, garden success and nutrient-use efficiency. To help landowners make informed soil-management decisions, University of Missouri Extension is offering free educational workshops this fall on “Understanding Your Soil Needs.” The program is based on common […]

CAPITOL REPORTDALE WRIGHTDISTRICT 116MISSOURI HOUSE OFREPRESENTATIVESOctober 9, 2026 Dear Friends,As we look ahead to the November 3rd General Election, I want to share informationregarding the various constitutional amendments that will appear on the ballot. Theseamendments give us all an opportunity to have a direct voice in decisions that mayshape our state’s future. I encourage each

Households aged 65 and older have seen strong growth in net worth. COLUMBIA, Mo. – Older Americans today generally have more wealth than previous generations, giving many retirees the ability to keep spending, investing and supporting local economies long after leaving the workforce, according to a new Missouri Economy Indicators brief from University of Missouri

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, in coordination with the Missouri Department of Agriculture, announced lawsuits against two animal care operators who repeatedly disregarded Missouri’s animal welfare laws. These actions aim to stop ongoing animal mistreatment, compel full compliance with inspection and licensing requirements, and protect the welfare of animals in Missouri.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date: Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of Columbus Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Follow the Missouri State Highway Patrol on X @MSHPTrooperGHQ

ST. LOUIS – What happens in the winter to our vegetable gardens? “As temperatures cool, warm-season plants die and wildlife goes into hibernation. In our gardens, this means it is time to clean up crop residue and protect the soil,” says Eliza Pessereau, horticulture specialist for University of Missouri Extension’s urban east region. “Of course,

JEFFERSON CITY – Cooler, longer nights mean deer and other wild animals are on the move. Most deer strikes with vehicles occur during October and November between the hours of 6-7 a.m. and 6-9 p.m. The Missouri Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to be prepared and never drive distracted.   According to the Missouri State Highway

COLUMBIA, Mo. – While trees remain the jewel in the crown of fall foliage, don’t overlook their shorter relatives, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. In the home landscape as well as in the wild, woody shrubs also provide fall color to add beauty to the season. At a time when many summer

COLUMBIA, Mo. –Missouri is celebrating National 4-H Week, Oct. 4-10, 2026, with a proclamation from Gov. Mike Kehoe recognizing the week and the contributions of 4-H youths, volunteers and families across the state. From fairgrounds to classrooms, community gardens to robotics labs, Missouri 4-H youth are proving they are not just ready for the future