MO State News

Missouri’s Electoral College cast votes for Donald Trump

JEFFERSON CITY, MO–Missouri’s Electoral College Members met in the Missouri State Capitol yesterdat to cast their votes for President and Vice President of the United States. Each of Missouri’s ten electors cast their votes unanimously for President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance.  “All Missourians can be confident in the legitimacy of their vote and take

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Missouri sees first significant decline in drug overdose deaths in nearly a decade

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – While the opioid epidemic is not over, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reports the first significant year-over-year decrease in the number of deaths due to drug overdose since 2015. Down from Missouri’s all-time high of 2,180 overdose deaths in 2022, 1,948 were reported in 2023. Over 73% of

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MDC sets deer and turkey hunting dates for 2025-2026 seasons

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recently set turkey and deer hunting dates for the 2025-2026 seasons. The hunting dates were approved by the Missouri Conservation Commission at its Dec. 13 open meeting at the MDC St. Louis Regional Office in St. Charles. The Commission also gave initial approval to recommendations related

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MDC reports 14,607 deer harvested during late antlerless portion

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows deer hunters harvested 14,607 deer during the late antlerless portion of firearms deer season, Dec. 7-15. Top harvest counties were Pike with 477 deer harvested, Callaway with 391, and Lincoln with 382. This year’s harvest total was down from last year’s late

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Governor Parson announces $5 Million in grants for 13 Missouri Colleges and Universities

JEFFERSON CITY, MO–Missouri Governor Mike Parson has announced $5 million in grant funding has been approved for 13 Missouri colleges and universities to continue enhancing nursing education programs statewide. “From the early days of our administration, we set out to invest in workforce and education to ensure that the American Dream stays alive in Missouri,” Governor

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Missouri Conservation Commission Action – December 2024

ST. CHARLES – The Missouri Conservation Commission met Dec. 12 for a closed executive session and Dec. 13 for its regular open meeting, both at the MDC St. Louis Regional Office in St. Charles. Commissioners attending the open meeting in person or online were: Margaret F. (Margy) Eckelkamp, Chair Mark L. McHenry, Vice Chair Raymond T. (Ray)

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Missouri Farm Bureau partners with Mizzou on Center for Rural Energy Security

JEFFERSON CITY – A new University of Missouri research center will tackle the intersection of energy security, food security, and private property rights. This week, Missouri Farm Bureau (MOFB) announced its support for the Center for Rural Energy Security (CRES) at Mizzou. The center aims to be a nationally recognized leader on rural energy issues.

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Justice Matters-Reflections of Missouri Chief Justice Mary R. Russell

  I love this time of year, as I get to enjoy so many fun moments with my grandchildren. Whether it is decorating gingerbread houses, baking cookies or attending their school holiday programs, I cherish seeing their eyes light up and the sparkle in their smiles during this season.   I recognize how lucky my

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