MO State News

JEFFERSON CITY – Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces 39 recruits signed their final offers at General Headquarters, Jefferson City, on March 28, 2026, to join the 126th Recruit Class.   The class began their training at the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy on April 20, 2026, and will conclude […]

Artists, Little Big Town and Walker Montgomery will perform Saturday, August 22 at 7:30 pm at the Missouri State Fair Grandstand, presented by CFM Insurance     Tickets are $65 – $80 (includes potential fees).   State Fair concert ticket presale starts at 9 am, Tuesday, May 12 through Etix.com.   Public on sale starts

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – In an effort to safeguard children from the harms of dangerous, psychoactive substances, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that Pressure STL will immediately halt operations and destroy all products, including intoxicating cannabinoids that deceptively mimic well-known candy and snack brands enjoyed by children. “This is a win for Missouri consumers. Pressure STL

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — ServMO held its 24th Annual Show Me Service Awards today at the Missouri State Capitol to recognize the impact of service and volunteerism throughout the state.   “Missouri is home to many extraordinary citizens who lend their time and talents to strengthen communities,” said Michelle Hataway, Director of the Department of

JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri crime victim survivors, victim advocates, prosecutors and law enforcement officers will observe National Crime Victims’ Rights Week with a ceremony today in the state capital. This year’s theme, “Listen. Act. Advocate. Protect victims, serve communities,” calls attention to the need to elevate victims’ voices to ensure their rights are upheld throughout

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO), in partnership with Jefferson City Medical Group (JCMG), will host the Community Care Celebration 2026. This free, inclusive event is open to the public and designed to connect individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) to vital health, educational, employment, and financial resources.   The event will feature health

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – In a fight for election integrity across our country, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway led a coalition of 12 states in a motion to intervene to defend a presidential executive order that provides resources to verify voter-registration lists. “The lawsuits filed by left‑wing states and activists against President Trump’s common-sense election integrity

ST. LOUIS – The Missouri Arts Council is now accepting applications for FY2027 Express Grants. These grants feature a simpler application and rolling deadlines to fund arts projects, educational initiatives, and community touring taking place between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027. We encourage organizations to apply early, since funding is limited.   Express

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Five agricultural leaders were celebrated April 14 during the third annual Missouri Agricultural Hall of Fame ceremony at the Capital Bluffs Event Center in Jefferson City.   Governor Mike Kehoe met with the honorees during a private reception at the Missouri Governor’s Mansion before addressing the 400 industry leaders gathered for