MO State News

Missouri Conservation Commission Action – July Meeting

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Conservation Commission met July 9 for a closed executive session at Dunn Ranch in Eagleville and July 10 for its regular open meeting at Harrison County Community Hospital in Bethany. Commissioners attending the open meeting in person were: Margaret F. (Margy) Eckelkamp, Chair Raymond T. (Ray) Wagner Jr., Vice Chair and Secretary Edward […]

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Governor Kehoe signs Missouri Innovation, Public Safety And Accountability Act into law

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – On Monday, Governor Mike Kehoe signed House Bill (HB) 3231 into law, a priority piece of legislation impacting economic development efforts across the State of Missouri.   “Missouri is open for business, growth, and opportunity,” said Governor Kehoe. “The passage of House Bill 3231 was critical in our efforts to continue revitalizing Missouri’s main

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Gov. Kehoe signs healthcare bills

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has signed House Bills (HB) 2372 and 2974 and Senate Bills (SB) 878, 999, 1019, and 1233 into law, reflecting Missouri’s commitment to improving healthcare access, transparency, and protections for vulnerable populations.    “I was proud to sign six bills into law today that will improve healthcare services

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Beat the burn: Planting trees and shrubs in July

COLUMBIA Mo.—Just because July has arrived, there is no need to stop planting trees and shrubs, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. Early spring and late fall are the traditional times for planting woody ornamentals. “However, with the development of different methods of growing nursery stock and modern transplanting equipment, planting at other

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Stars, Stripes and Live Entertainment at the Mo State Fair

SEDALIA – The Missouri State Fair has many things to offer for entertainment – from music to circus acts, and more, all included in the price of admission! Listed below are some of the entertainment options that will be performing at this year’s Fair. Visit the Fair’s website for full details on all the different stages, entertainers

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Reporting missing or found livestock in historic Southeast Missouri flooding

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –In light of the recent historic flooding in Southeast Missouri, local residents are encouraged to report missing or found livestock.   To report missing or found (live or deceased) livestock, contact the Missouri Department of Agriculture Animal Health Division by reporting online or call at (573) 751-3377. Be prepared to report with the following

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New MDC hunting booklets available for deer, turkey, dove, waterfowl

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds Missouri deer, turkey, waterfowl, and dove hunters that new booklets for upcoming hunting seasons are now available. Hunters and others can get the most current information on upcoming fall hunting from the MDC 2026 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet and the MDC Migratory Bird and

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Missouri updates movement requirements for animals from New World Screwworm-adjacent surveillance zone

(JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) –Today, the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and State Veterinarian Steve Strubberg, DVM updated animal movement requirements for animals coming into Missouri from New World Screwworm (NWS) adjacent surveillance zones, regardless of movement purpose. Effective immediately, animals from NWS-adjacent surveillance zones require additional documentation. All other movement restrictions remain the same.  

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