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MSHP invites job seekers to Career Expo

JEFFERSON CITY – Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, invites those interested in exploring employment with the agency to attend a career expo. In addition to the position of trooper, the Patrol workforce includes over 60 civilian career paths. Divisions with current openings will have representatives available to answer questions […]

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Missouri State Parks is now accepting nominations for representatives on Missouri Trails Advisory Board

JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri State Parks is accepting nominations for a water trail-use representative and an equestrian-use representative, each to serve three-year terms on the Missouri Trails Advisory Board. Members must be Missouri residents and must participate in the trail user group they represent.   New board members are appointed based upon experience with trail use and trail

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MDC’s ‘Day on the River’ set for Sept. 16 at Cape Girardeau’s Riverfront Park

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) “Day on the River” event showcasing the mighty Mississippi River is set for 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sept. 16 at Riverfront Park in Cape Girardeau. MDC’s Day on the River event showcasing the mighty Mississippi River is set for 10 a.m. – 2

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MDA says organic certification funding is available

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced money is available to assist Missouri farmers and food processors in obtaining organic certification for their businesses.   Through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Certification Cost Share Program, producers may be reimbursed for up to $750 of their certification costs during the program year.  

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Illinois State Police expands pathways for new troopers

SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to build its ranks, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is updating the pre-employment requirements for people applying to become a trooper.  Recently signed into law, Public Act 103-0312 makes changes to the Illinois State Police Act, effective January 1, 2024.  The new “Option Three” allows for current law enforcement officers with three years

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Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie issues statement on International Overdose Awareness Day

SPRINGFIELD — In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day last week, Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie renewed her call for bipartisan cooperation to address the opioid epidemic impacting communities all across Illinois and highlighting recent progress she led that will help prevent fentanyl-related deaths.   “Every death resulting from fentanyl poisoning or opioid abuse

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MDC invites landowners to Sept. 12 webinar on using data to inform deer management

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the National Deer Association (NDA) invite landowners and others interested in managing deer on their properties to join a free, live webinar via Zoom on using data to inform deer management on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 6 p.m. MDC and NDA staff will discuss

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Have fun sewing and learning about birds at Sept. 13 MDC program

WINONA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is providing an opportunity to practice your sewing skills and, at the same time, learn about backyard birds.   If you’re looking for an opportunity to use your stitching skills in a creative and conservation-oriented way, be sure to sign up for “Birds: Recycled Bird Bags” a

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Eighteen state parks and historic sites will hold public meetings in September

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri State Parks representatives will be on hand to provide information and answer questions that the public may have during a series of open houses and town hall meetings to be held this month at state parks and historic sites throughout the state.   The following parks and historic sites will

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