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JEFFERSON CITY—Native pollinating insects are a diverse group that includes bees of all sizes, flies, wasps, beetles, butterflies, and moths. Without them, life as we know it would cease to exist.   The State of Missouri recently joined a growing list of entities acknowledging and educating others on the vital role of pollinators to life

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A new report from Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick gives the Office of Lieutenant Governor while it was under the watch of current Governor Mike Kehoe a “good” rating. The audit is one regularly conducted by the State Auditor’s Office when a statewide officeholder leaves office. The review of Kehoe’s time

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has released the following statement after Judge Zhang issued a ruling in Comprehensive Health v. Missouri: “My heart is broken by today’s ruling. This is exactly the Pandora’s box we warned of, and the women of Missouri will pay the price.  “This radical decision gives abortion providers a free pass to

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Long walks, crowded midway lines and hours spent outdoors can turn a summer fair into a risky place during high heat. University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch says a little planning can help fairgoers stay safe and enjoy the day.   “It’s not cool to be hot,” Funkenbusch

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Missouri Geological Survey is partnering with the Environmental Improvement and Energy Resources Authority and Guidehouse, a global consulting firm, to develop a new Missouri Critical Minerals Plan. The department and the authority will work with Guidehouse to develop a plan that will align collaborations among state, federal, university