MO State News

Governor Parson Signs FY 2022 Supplemental Budget Bill 

JEFFERSON CITY– On Thursday, Governor Mike Parson signed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 supplemental budget bill, HB 3014, that was passed by the General Assembly yesterday morning. The bill allows for current operations of state government to continue through FY 2022.    “We are happy to sign the supplemental budget bill into law today,” Governor Parson said. […]

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PSC approves change to Relay Missouri surcharge

JEFFERSON CITY–The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved a recommendation made by the Public Service Commission Staff (PSC Staff) to adjust the current surcharge that appears on the monthly telephone bills of Missourians to fund Relay Missouri.   The surcharge is used to fund a statewide dual-party telephone relay service for qualifying Missourians who are

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National Guard training may now receive apprenticeship certification

JEFFERSON CITY – On Wednesday, in coordination with the Missouri National Guard (MONG) and the Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development (DHEWD), Governor Mike Parson announced the establishment of the Project Eagle Apprenticeship Program, to qualify military training and experience towards a federally-recognized apprenticeship certification.   “We are so proud of our military men and

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Missouri REALTORS® Market Statistics Report for January 2022

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri REALTORS® is pleased to share with you a monthly statistics report highlighting the Missouri real estate market for the month of January.   In January, Missouri REALTORS® sold 5,419 residential properties. Of those sales, the average residential property sold for $254,195. Compared to the average sale price of $234,973 in January 2021, there was an

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Governor Parson proclaims National FFA Week in Missouri

JEFFERSON CITY – On behalf of nearly 26,000 members of Missouri FFA, Governor Mike Parson has proclaimed February 19-26, 2022, to be National FFA Week in Missouri. Missouri FFA President Kaitlin Kleiboeker of Pierce City received the proclamation on behalf of the 2021-2022 Missouri FFA State Officer team. Nearly 300 Missouri FFA members joined the

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Expanded bicycle use on MDC areas starts Feb 28

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will begin allowing the expanded use of bicycles and electric bicycles on many department-area service roads and multi-use trails starting Feb. 28.   Bicycles and electric bicycles will now be allowed on many MDC conservation-area service roads and multi-use trails starting Feb. 28. Shown is Canaan

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Treasurer Fitzpatrick recognizes America Saves Week

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick today recognized America Saves Week, an annual call to action for Americans to save for the future.   This year, in addition to daily social posts highlighting resources to help Missourians reach their financial goals, the Treasurer is partnering with the Office of Administration to share

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Time to buy MDC 2022 annual hunting and fishing permits

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds Missouri hunters and anglers that related annual permits expire at the end of February, including 2021 permits for small game, fishing, trout fishing, and combination hunting and fishing.   Buy Missouri hunting and fishing permits from one of many vendors around the state, online at mdc.mo.gov/buypermits,

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Motorists warned to watch out for ice, snow

JEFFERSON CITY – A mixed bag of wintry precipitation will move into Missouri beginning today and continue through Thursday. The Missouri Department of Transportation urges drivers to be cautious of slick roads beginning with tonight’s commute and continuing through both commuting periods Thursday.   “The amount and kind of winter precipitation will vary depending on where

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