/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:55:57 +0000 en-us https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-three-judicial-appointments 15986 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:35:11 +0000 Governor Kehoe Announces Three Judicial Appointments Madelyn.Warren… Fri, 02/13/2026 - 11:35 February 13, 2026 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced three judicial appointments to the 16th and 22nd Judicial Circuits.Michelle Cocayne, of Kansas City, was appointed as Circuit Judge in the 16thJudicial Circuit.Ms. Cocayne is an attorney at the Law Office of Joe Ramboldt, LLC, and previously practiced at Turney LG, LLC. Prior to entering private practice, she served as an assistant prosecutor for Clay County. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Religious Studies from Bradley University and earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law. Cocayne will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge J. Dale Youngs.Catherine Dierker, of St. Louis, was appointed as Circuit Judge in the 22nd Judicial Circuit.Ms. Dierker currently serves as an associate circuit judge in the 22nd Judicial Circuit. Before her appointment, she worked as a criminal prosecutor for the Missouri Attorney General's Office and the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from George Washington University, a Master of Arts in Anglo-Irish Literature and Drama from University College Dublin, and her Juris Doctor from Washington University School of Law in St. Louis. Dierker will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge David C. Mason. Karma Johnson, of St. Louis, was appointed as Associate Circuit Judge in the 22nd Judicial Circuit.Ms. Johnson is currently the owner of the Law Office of Karma Q. Edwards, Esq., and a municipal judge for the City of St. Louis. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Missouri – St. Louis and her Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri School of Law. Johnson will fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Judge Patrick E. Richmond to the circuit bench. ### https://www.modot.org/node/83423 83423 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:00:02 +0000 MoDOT to close northbound US 67 ramp to northbound I-55 overnight Monday Visitor (not verified) Fri, 02/13/2026 - 11:00 Project Interstate 55 Corridor Upgrades in Jefferson County JEFFERSON COUNTY- A ramp closure scheduled for tonight in Jefferson County has been rescheduled until next week. Monday, February 16, MoDOT will close the northbound US Route 67 loop ramp to northbound I-55. The ramp will be closed from 9 p.m. Monday to 4 a.m. Tuesday. Northbound US 67 traffic will access northbound I-55 by continuing on northbound US 67 to Route A, turning west on Route A to I-55 and using Route A entrance ramp to access northbound I-55. Detours will be signed.  For additional information about current and upcoming detours and project status, please visit the I-55 Corridor Improvement project website at: Interstate 55 Corridor Upgrades in Jefferson | Missouri Department of Transportation (modot.org). For up-to-date traffic and travel info, motorists can check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.                                                                                   ###   Districts Involved St. Louis Published On Fri, 02/13/2026 - 03:52 Steve Miller Communications Manager St. Louis District Phone: 314-453-1807E-mail: steve.miller@modot.mo.gov https://www.modot.org/node/83424 83424 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:00:02 +0000 Route J in Stoddard County Reduced for Drainage Repairs Visitor (not verified) Fri, 02/13/2026 - 11:00 SIKESTON—Route J in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform drainage repairs.   This section of roadway is located from County Road 413 to County Road 437 near Bloomfield, Missouri.   Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, Feb. 17 through Friday, Feb. 27 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.  The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.     ###    facebook.com/MoDOTSoutheast  twitter.com/MoDOTSoutheast  youtube.com/MoDOTSoutheast  Districts Involved Southeast Published On Fri, 02/13/2026 - 03:52 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/83421 83421 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:20:02 +0000 BUS 60 in Butler County Reduced for Bridge Maintenance Visitor (not verified) Fri, 02/13/2026 - 10:20 SIKESTON—Business 60 in Butler County will be reduced to one lane with a 13-foot width restriction as construction crews perform bridge maintenance.  This section of roadway is located from Riverview Drive to Old Highway B in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Weather permitting, the eastbound lanes will be worked on from Monday, March 9 at 7 a.m. through Friday, April 2 at 7 p.m. The westbound lanes will follow taking place from Friday, April 17 at 7 a.m. through Monday, May 18 at 7 p.m. The work zone will remain in place 24 hours a day until work is completed.   The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, please contact Resident Engineer Matthew Wilkerson at (573) 472-5235, MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT or visit www.modot.org/southeast.  ###    facebook.com/MoDOTSoutheast  twitter.com/MoDOTSoutheast  youtube.com/MoDOTSoutheast  Districts Involved Southeast Published On Fri, 02/13/2026 - 03:10 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/83419 83419 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:20:02 +0000 Upcoming Planned Roadwork for Northeast Missouri, February 17 - 27, 2026 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 02/13/2026 - 09:20 HANNIBAL – The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northeast Missouri region for the next few weeks. All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Clark County Route A – February 23 – 24, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 127 to CR 207 near Wyaconda between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Route A – February 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route D to CR 208 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Lincoln County U.S. Route 61 – February 18 - 19, LANE RESTRICTION for core drilling operations from Missouri Route 47 to Moscow Mills city limits between 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place at the location where crews are actively working daily. Route H – February 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route PP to Buck Creek Road near Silex between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route PP – February 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Lyon Road to Rattermann Road near Silex between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Macon County U.S. Route 63 (Northbound) – February 19 – 20, LANE RESTRICTION for shoulder work from Lake Street to Kale Road near Macon between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A 15-foot width restriction will be in place at the location where crews are actively working. Route V – February 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from First Street to Vine Street at Anabel between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route V – February 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 36 to North First Street at Anabel between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route V – February 19 – 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Oxford Street to Mahogany Street near Anabel between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Monroe County U.S. Route 24 (Eastbound) – February 17 – 18, LANE RESTRICTION for shoulder work from CR 519 to Route HH between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. U.S. Route 24 (Eastbound) – February 19 – 20 & 23 - 24, LANE RESTRICTION for shoulder work from CR 533 to CR 391 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. U.S. Route 24 (Eastbound) – February 25 - 26, LANE RESTRICTION for shoulder work from Route N to CR 591 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. U.S. Route 24 (Eastbound) – February 26 - 27, LANE RESTRICTION for shoulder work from CR 594 to Route W between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pike County Route PP – February 26, CLOSED  for culvert replacement operations from CR 326 to CR 327 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Scotland County Route H – February 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to CR 821 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Districts Involved Northeast Published On Fri, 02/13/2026 - 02:17 Karen Barbano Customer Service Representative Northeast District Adopt-A-Highway Coordinator Northeast District karen.barbano@modot.mo.gov 573-248-2584 https://newsroom.house.mo.gov/news/2423 https://newsroom.house.mo.gov/?p=2423 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:11:37 +0000 House Democrats spoke with reporters and fielded their questions about work on the next state budget and other issues from this week in the legislature. https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-missouri-among-first-states-join-trump 15981 at https://governor.mo.gov Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:44:08 +0000 Governor Kehoe Announces Missouri Among First States to Join Trump Administration's “A Home for Every Child” Initiative Gabrielle.Picard Thu, 02/12/2026 - 12:44 February 12, 2026 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe and the Missouri Department of Social Services Children’s Division (DSS-CD) announced the State of Missouri's participation in the “A Home for Every Child” initiative, launched by the United States Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF), reinforcing Missouri's commitment to protecting children and ensuring every child has access to a safe and loving home.ACF’s “A Home for Every Child” includes reimagining the federal child welfare accountability system to one that actually works and delivers improved outcomes for children and families. In late December, ACF offered states a choice to either remain on the traditional Program Improvement Plan (PIP) under the Child and Family Services Reviews (CFSR) or opt into a new PIP — connected to the “A Home for Every Child” initiative — designed to generate meaningful data and inform a comprehensive moderation of the CFSR.Missouri is the second state to opt into the new PIP, and ACF is partnering with DSS-CD to improve these outdated federal reporting requirements. ACF understands that when administrative red tape is removed, staff have more time to focus on helping children. Missouri shares these values and is proud to be a partner in this effort.“By joining the Trump Administration's 'A Home for Every Child’ initiative, Missouri is strengthening our child welfare system, supporting foster families, and reaffirming our commitment to protecting our most vulnerable children,” said Governor Kehoe. “We’re proud to be an early leader in this partnership and build on the work already underway in our state to cut out bureaucracy and help ensure more Missouri children grow up in environments where they feel safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.”Missouri’s participation in “A Home for Every Child” is part of ACF’s larger effort to achieve a foster-home-to-child ratio greater than 1:1 nationwide. This means not only increasing available homes for children who need them, but also working to safely reduce the number of children entering care through prevention and family-strengthening strategies. By joining ACF, Missouri will now have child welfare data – including their ratio of foster homes-to-children – published more frequently in hopes of informing decisions that lead to better outcomes for children and families.Governor Mike Kehoe and Children’s Division leadership welcomed ACF Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams and ACF officials to Jefferson City to commemorate the launch of this collaborative effort.Governor Kehoe and Assistant Secretary Adams together signed a Joint Proclamation, reflecting their shared intent to enter into the new PIP to advance continuous improvement in the child welfare system. View the Joint Proclamation at this link. “The Trump Administration is proud to partner with Governor Kehoe to remove red tape and reduce bureaucratic busywork in child welfare so caseworkers can spend more time actually serving children and families across Missouri,” said ACF Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams. “Through our partnership with Missouri on 'A Home for Every Child,' we hope to build a better child welfare system that delivers timely data to drive decisions centered around the best interest of children.”Missouri will collaborate with federal and legislative partners and multi-disciplinary teams to implement innovative practices that improve placement stability, reduce administrative burdens, and deliver better outcomes for children.Today's announcement marks a critical step forward in building a child welfare system that moves with urgency, supports families effectively, and delivers better outcomes for children across the state.“This initiative strengthens the work already underway in Missouri to ensure children are placed in safe, supportive homes as quickly as possible,” said Sara Smith, DSS-CD Director. “By targeting efforts to expand our network of foster families and increase support for caregivers, we are building a more responsive child welfare system – one that prioritizes stability and helps children and families succeed.”### https://www.modot.org/node/83376 83376 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:00:02 +0000 REMINDER Closure of MO 7 in Pleasant Hill for Bridge Replacement, Feb. 16 - Dec. 2026 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 02/12/2026 - 09:00 Project Missouri Route 7 Bridge Replacement over Big Creek and the Rock Island Trail in Cass County REMINDER: CASS COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will CLOSE the Missouri Route 7 bridge over Big Creek and the Rock Island Trail in Pleasant Hill for replacement beginning on Monday, February 16 at 7:00 a.m. until December 2026. Official signed detours: Northbound Traffic: Missouri Route P to MO 291 and MO 58 Southbound Traffic: MO 58 to MO 291 The current truss bridge (Dr. Fred L Seevers Memorial Bridge) was built in 1948 and is nearing the end of its service life. This project will require the closure of MO 7 during construction and intermittent impacts to the Rock Island Trail. The bridge will be replaced with a girder-style bridge. Details on the project can be found here: Missouri Route 7 Bridge Replacement over Big Creek and the Rock Island Trail in Cass County | Missouri Department of Transportation Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Thu, 02/12/2026 - 01:50 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/83375 83375 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:10:02 +0000 Various lane closures on NB and SB I-35 in Jackson County for barrier wall repairs, Feb. 17-18 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 02/12/2026 - 08:10 REVISED: JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct various lane closures on northbound and southbound I-35 between 17th Street and 21st Street for barrier wall repairs beginning on approx. Tues., Feb. 17 until Wed.., Feb. 18 (revised from Feb. 16-17) between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. All work is weather permitting. Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Thu, 02/12/2026 - 01:09 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/83374 83374 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:50:02 +0000 Lane & ramp closures along I-29 in Clay & Platte Counties for guardrail operations, NOW - March 31 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 02/12/2026 - 07:50 CLAY AND PLATTE COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing guardrail replacement resulting in various traffic modifications, on Interstate 29 from just south of Mexico City Ave. to U.S. 69. This project will take place over the winter months and motorists may experience delays through March 31. Traffic impacts will be shared as work is scheduled. All work is weather permitting. The following locations will experience intermittent lane and ramp closures NOW – March 31, Mon. – Fri. Overnight intermittent lane closures for guardrail replacement on NB I-29 7:00 PM until 6:30 AM: NB I-29 from Mexico City Ave. to NW 112th St, Thurs., Feb. 13 until Fri. Feb. 20 SB I-29 from Mexico City Ave. to US-152, Tues., Feb. 24 until Fri., Mar. 6 SB I-29 at I-635, Mon., Mar. 2 until Fri., Mar. 6 Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris form the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org.kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Thu, 02/12/2026 - 00:47 Macy Melton Communications Specialist Kansas City District Phone: (816) 789 - 9891Email: macy.melton@modot.mo.gov https://www.modot.org/node/83373 83373 at https://www.modot.org Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:20:02 +0000 Eastbound I-70 Traffic Shifts Planned February 16 Near Warrenton Visitor (not verified) Wed, 02/11/2026 - 20:20 Work Begins on Another Portion of the Improve I-70: Warrenton to Wentzville Project HANNIBAL – Beginning February 16, traffic shifts are scheduled in Warren County on eastbound I-70, between Warrenton Blvd/Route MM (mile marker 191.4) and Missouri Route 47 (mile marker 194.2) in Warrenton, as work begins on another portion of the Improve I-70: Warrenton to Wentzville project. Construction crews, in coordination with the Missouri Department of Transportation, will perform striping operations and begin placing the temporary concrete barrier wall to accommodate the traffic shift. Eastbound I-70 will be reduced to one lane between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. I-70 Eastbound traffic will be shifted to the left and this traffic pattern is expected to remain through this Fall to allow for the full reconstruction of the permanent eastbound shoulder. While two lanes of traffic will be maintained during peak travel times, the eastbound lanes will be narrowed to 11 feet. Nightly lane closures between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. may occur throughout the project to support ongoing pavement work. Initial work in this segment will occur west of MO 47.  All construction will be completed in carefully planned phases to minimize disruptions and maintain safe traffic flow during the bridge replacement at MO 47/I-70. Upon completion of the MO 47 bridge over I-70, work will advance to include EB I-70, east of MO 47. Motorists are encouraged to pay attention in work zones, drive the posted work zone speed limit, and allow extra time for travel. All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.  This work is part of the Improve I-70 Warrenton to Wentzville Project covering the eastern portion of I-70. It was awarded in November 2024. Construction is tentatively set to take place 2025-2028. Missouri’s FY2024 budget, approved through the state legislative process and signed into law by the governor, provides $2.8 billion in General Revenue to build a third lane of I-70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add a third lane in each direction on nearly 200 miles of I-70, from Blue Springs to Wentzville. For more information on the Improve I-70 Program and to sign up for program e-mails, visit http://www.modot.org/improvei70.   Districts Involved Northeast Published On Wed, 02/11/2026 - 13:10 Links to related information Traveler Information Map https://dese.mo.gov/sbe-feb-meeting-recap 33181 at https://dese.mo.gov Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:04:38 +0000 State Board of Education February Meeting Recap Nicholas Luebrecht Wed, 02/11/2026 - 16:04 Read more about State Board of Education February Meeting Recap JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –  The State Board of https://www.modot.org/node/83371 83371 at https://www.modot.org Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:10:02 +0000 MoDOT to Host Route AC (New Halls Ferry Rd.) Public Meeting on Feb. 25 Visitor (not verified) Wed, 02/11/2026 - 15:10 NORTH ST. LOUIS COUNTY -- Staff and consultants with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) will host a public meeting for its Route AC (New Halls Ferry Rd.) Safety and Operational Improvements project on Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 4-6 p.m.  The meeting will be held at the James J. Eagan Community Center, 1 James J. Eagan Dr., 63033. This is the second of two public meetings. The meeting is open house-style and individuals may attend at any time during the indicated hours to view conceptual designs for the project and share their thoughts with team members. The Route AC Safety and Operational Improvements project, which covers the corridor between Route 67 (Lindbergh) and I-270, will provide improvements to address rising crash patterns and improve safety for motorists and pedestrians. Improvements may include pavement resurfacing, as well as sidewalk, signal and other safety upgrades. For further information on the Route AC Safety and Operational Improvements project, visit Route AC Safety and Operational Improvements in St. Louis County | Missouri Department of Transportation. ### Districts Involved St. Louis Published On Wed, 02/11/2026 - 08:08 Charlene Goston Senior Communications Specialist St. Louis District Email: slcommunications@modot.mo.govPhone: (314) 624-3765 https://www.modot.org/node/83368 83368 at https://www.modot.org Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:40:01 +0000 Route 142 in Oregon County Closed for Bridge Maintenance Visitor (not verified) Wed, 02/11/2026 - 14:40 SIKESTON– Route 142 in Oregon County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform bridge maintenance.  This section of roadway is located from Route U to Route Y near, Billmore,Missouri.  Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, March 2 through Thursday, March 5 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, please contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT, or visit www.modot.org/southeast..    ###  facebook.com/MoDOTSoutheast  twitter.com/MoDOTSoutheast  youtube.com/MoDOTSoutheast  Districts Involved Southeast Published On Wed, 02/11/2026 - 07:34 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/department-natural-resources-now-accepting-entries-drinking-water-week-poster-contest 299581 at https://dnr.mo.gov Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:26:09 +0000 Department of Natural Resources now accepting entries for Drinking Water Week poster contest Karen Kremer Mon, 02/09/2026 - 16:26 Release Date Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Contest is open to 5th graders; entry deadline is Feb. 28JEFFERSON CITY, MO, FEB. 10, 2025 – In recognition and celebration of Drinking Water Week, May 3-9, 2026, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the Missouri Section American Water Works Association are holding a poster contest for students in the fifth grade. The department is now accepting entries, which must be postmarked by Feb. 28, 2026.This year’s poster theme is “Save It, Don’t Waste It!” Posters should show ways to save and conserve our drinking water. Entries should be no larger than 11 x 17 inches, and artists may draw with any color or physical media, such as crayon, marker or pencil to create their posters. Digital media submissions will not be accepted. Entries will be judged on three criteria: How original the entry is, how well the concept is executed and how well the poster relates to public water supplies.Judges will choose a first, second and third place winner. Prizes include $300 for first place, $200 for second place and $100 for third place. The American Water Works Association provides the prize money. The department will feature winning entries on its social media platforms and website. Posters will not be returned after the contest.Posters should be submitted to Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Public Drinking Water Branch, Attention: Tena Hale, P.O. Box 176, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0176.For more information or for questions about the contest, contact Tena Hale of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources at 573-526-2180 or Twilia.Hale@dnr.mo.gov or visit dnr.mo.gov/water/get-involved/drinking-water-week. Contact Information Communications Office Address Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 176 Jefferson City, MO 65102 United States Main 573-751-1010 Toll-free 800-361-4827 Email communications@dnr.mo.gov