MO State News

Sedalia, MO (September 8, 2026)—The public is invited to enjoy a special evening on the Missouri Prairie Foundation’s 40-acre Friendly Prairie on Saturday, October 3. Located 11 miles south of Sedalia, Friendly Prairie was purchased in 1969 and named for the historic use of the site as an informal stop for travelers. This welcoming legacy […]

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri State Treasurer’s Office under the leadership of Treasurer Malek made $510,565,063.61 in investment earnings in Fiscal Year 2026. As the state’s Chief Banking and Investment Officer, Treasurer Malek is responsible for investing funds in the state treasury. “Missouri taxpayers deserve to know that state funds are being wisely managed,” said Treasurer

Department awards $26,000 in funding.   (JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) – Today, the Missouri Department of Agriculture Animal Care Facilities Act (ACFA) Program announces recipients of spay and neuter grants. Grant funds are awarded to eligible organizations that provide low-cost spaying and/or neutering of dogs and cats for individuals who could not normally afford the services.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that her office has issued cease-and-desist letters to multiple prediction market operators offering sports “event contracts” to Missourians.  Facilitating such “event contracts” constitutes unlicensed sports wagering under Missouri law. The Attorney General’s Office sent cease-and-desist letters to six companies: Polymarket, Kalshi, Crypto.com, Novig, Underdog, and Robinhood. “Missourians

ST. LOUIS (Sept. 18, 2026) – With unseasonably hot September temperatures driving up energy usage, Ameren is encouraging its Missouri and Illinois customers to use energy conservatively and efficiently. Simple steps, such as raising the thermostat a few degrees or using certain appliances later in the evening, can help reduce electric demand and save on monthly

SUNSET HILLS, Mo. — State Rep. Brad Christ (R-Sappington) announced today that he will support legislation next legislative session to regulate automated license plate reader cameras in Missouri, which currently operate under no state law. More than 3,400 of the cameras are in use across the state, according to community mapping projects, including in Sunset