/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:38:02 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/85696 85696 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000 Route B in Pemiscot County Reduced for Edge Rut Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 14:00 SIKESTON – Route B in Pemiscot County will be reduced to one with a 10-foot width restriction lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform edge rut repairs.     This section of roadway is located from Route 412 to Route A.   Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, March 30 through Thursday, April 2 from 7 a.m. to 4:30 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 Thu, 03/26/2026 - 08:51 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/85695 85695 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:20:01 +0000 Lane & ramp closures along I-29 in Clay & Platte Counties for guardrail operations, NOW - April 18 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 13:20 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 April 18. Traffic impacts will be shared as work is scheduled. Lane closures may vary between nights. All work is weather permitting. The following locations will experience intermittent lane and ramp closures NOW – April 18, Mon. – Sat. Overnight intermittent ramp closures for guardrail replacement on NB/SB I-29 7:00 PM until 6:30 AM: SB I-29 to NW. Barry Rd. ramp CLOSED, Fri., Apr. 3 EB US-152 to SB I-29 ramp CLOSED, Sat., Apr. 4 NW Prairie View Rd. to SB I-29 CLOSED, Tues., Apr. 7 to Fri., Apr. 10 SB I-29 to NW Gateway Ave/Riverside, Mon., Apr. 13 to Wed., Apr. 15 NB I-635 to SB I-29, multi-lane closure, Thurs., Apr. 16 Overnight intermittent lane closures for guardrail replacement on NB I-29 7:00 PM until 6:30 AM: SB/NB I-29 from Mexico City Ave. to NE 112th St., Wed., Apr. 1 to Thurs., Apr. 2 SB I-29 from NW Barry Rd. to US-169, Fri., Mar. 27 to Sat., Apr. 18 Overnight intermittent lane closures for pavement repair on SB I-29 7:00 PM until 6:30 AM: Lane closure Fri., Mar. 27 SB I-29 lane closures beginning Mon., Mar. 30 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, 03/26/2026 - 08:17 Macy Melton Communications Specialist Kansas City District Phone: (816) 789 - 9891Email: macy.melton@modot.mo.gov https://www.modot.org/node/85694 85694 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:30:01 +0000 REVISED: Pilot car operation on MO 2 in Harrisonville for resurfacing April 13- June 6 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 12:30 Between Independence Street and MO ZZ REVISED: CASS COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct a pilot car operation on eastbound and westbound MO 2 between Independence Street and MO ZZ in Harrisonville for resurfacing beginning on approx. Monday, April 13 (revised from April 6) at 6 a.m. until Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. This is not a complete closure, but motorist might experience delays. 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 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 work zone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT. Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 07:23 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/85693 85693 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:13:26 +0000 NEW Statewide Section 106 Programmatic Agreement keith.jennings Thu, 03/26/2026 - 12:13 MoDOT Historic Preservation has updated and executed the Statewide Section 106 Programmatic Agreement (PA). This Agreement delegates the authority to make determinations under Section 106 to MoDOT from FHWA. The Agreement also allows for certain project types to go through the Section 106 process with limited review as they are unlikely to affect historic properties.    Major changes to the PA are listed below but is not all inclusive, a more details summary is linked here as well as the PA linked here.   All historic preservation work needs to have direct, in-field supervision by SOI qualified individuals for the resource being considered moving forward.  Categories Excluded have been removed from the body of the PA and added to Appendices; activities listed under Categories Excluded have changed.  Projects that have undergone review under the previous PA will retain their clearance unless the project changes. Any project changes require a new assessment under the current PA and can go from cleared to pending if that activity is no longer covered. The buffer surrounding encountered human remains has increased. The timeline for notification of the tribes has decreased. There are new meeting and report requirements for MoDOT, FHWA and tribes. Reports sent to tribes will get 30-day review period, regardless of when the SHPO letter is received. Tribal and SHPO review will occur concurrently. Any Tribal comment on the reports will need to be addressed and will reset the 30-day review period.  Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 12:13 https://ltgov.mo.gov/lieutenant-governor-david-wasinger-calls-for-nominations-to-the-missouri-veterans-hall-of-fame/ https://ltgov.mo.gov/?p=5554 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:44:32 +0000 David Wasinger Lieutenant Governor | State of Missouri FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2026 Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger calls for nominations to the Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame  JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger is calling on citizens across the state to help recognize veterans who have continued to serve their communities […] https://www.modot.org/node/85692 85692 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:50:02 +0000 NB I-55 in New Madrid County Reduced for Pavement Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:50 SIKESTON—Northbound Interstate 55 in New Madrid County will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction as construction crews perform pavement repairs.   Work will take place from Mile Marker 52 to Mile Marker 52.2.   Weather permitting, work take place Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.   The work zones 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 Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:40 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://dci.mo.gov/node/2551 2551 at https://dci.mo.gov Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:40:25 +0000 State board revokes licenses of Butler County embalmer and funeral director katy.linnenbrink Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:40 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors has revoked the licenses of Andrew Trammel Moore, funeral director license number 2001012178 and embalmer license number 2002003610. This action was taken due to violations of Sections 333.330 and 193.145 RSMo, as Moore provided false statements on a death certificate related to final disposition for one individual and failed to file a death certificate for another individual. Moore’s conduct caused harm to the family members of the deceased individuals in Butler County. The revocation of these licenses means Moore can no longer represent himself as an embalmer or funeral director or perform functions that require an embalmer or funeral director license.The State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors is the state agency that regulates the funeral profession in Missouri. In addition, the board issues individual and entity licenses within the funeral profession, sets policy regarding the practice within the profession, investigates complaints concerning individuals and entities, and takes disciplinary action against funeral profession licensees when appropriate. Published Date Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:30 https://dci.mo.gov/node/2546 2546 at https://dci.mo.gov Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:32:45 +0000 State board revokes licenses of Jefferson County embalmer and funeral director katy.linnenbrink Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:32 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors has revoked the licenses of Robert E. Schaefer, funeral director license number 005566 and embalmer license number 007091. This action was taken due to violations of Sections 333.330 and 193.145 RSMo, as Schaefer failed to complete a death certificate accurately and in a timely manner for one deceased individual. The board also found Schafer was grossly negligent when he failed to maintain a deceased individual in a secure manner, failed to maintain his funeral establishment in a secure and sanitary manner, and failed to maintain required records for deceased individuals in his care. In addition to his failure to safeguard the deceased individual in his care, Schaefer’s conduct also jeopardized the public welfare. His failure to follow professional requirements violated the trust and confidence in him as a licensed professional while operating in Jefferson County.The revocation of these licenses means Schaefer can no longer represent himself as an embalmer or funeral director or perform functions that require an embalmer or funeral director license.The State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors is the state agency that regulates the funeral profession in Missouri. In addition, the board issues individual and entity licenses within the funeral profession, sets policy regarding the practice within the profession, investigates complaints concerning individuals and entities, and takes disciplinary action against funeral profession licensees when appropriate. Published Date Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:30 https://www.modot.org/node/85691 85691 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:30:02 +0000 U.S. Route 63 in Howell County Reduced for Pavement Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:30 SIKESTON—Route 63 in Howell County will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction as construction crews perform pavement repairs.   Work will take place from Gibson Avenue to McFarland Drive in West Plains, Missouri.   Weather permitting, work take place Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.   The work zones 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 Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:22 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/85690 85690 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:30:02 +0000 MoDOT public meeting for Harrison County U.S. Route 69 bridge replacement project, April 9 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:30 Project U.S. Route 69 Bridge Replacement in Harrison County ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation will host a public meeting in Eagleville on Thursday, April 9, to discuss a bridge replacement project on the Harrison County U.S. Route 69 bridge over Zadie Branch, north of Eagleville, at the Iowa state line. The meeting will be held at the Eagleville Community Center (10028 10th St., Eagleville, MO 64442). Attendees are welcome to come any time between 4-6 p.m. No formal presentation will be made. The meeting will allow the public to share their thoughts and concerns about the project and to provide comments, either directly to the engineers or through a comment form. If you are unable to attend the open house meeting, two other opportunities for public comment are available through Thursday, April 23, 2026. View the project webpage: https://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-69-bridge-replacement-harrison-county While there, sign up to receive updates about this project via email and/or leave comments. Mail your comments to:             U.S. Route 69 bridge replacement in Harrison CountyMissouri Department of Transportation3602 North Belt HighwaySt. Joseph, MO 64506 All comments must be postmarked by Thursday, April 23, 2026. MoDOT is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation or translation services, please contact Northwest District Communications at 816-901-4529 by Friday, April 3. Facebook | X | Instagram ### Project Webpage U.S. Routhttps://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-69-bridge-replacement-harrison-countye 69 Bridge Replacement in Harrison County | Missouri Department of Transportation Districts Involved Northwest Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:29 NW Customer Service Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.govPhone: 816-901-4529 https://www.modot.org/node/85689 85689 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:10:02 +0000 NB I-55 in Scott County Reduced for Concrete Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:10 SIKESTON—Northbound Interstate 55 in Scott County will be reduced to one lane with a 15-foot width restriction as contractor crews perform concrete repairs.   This section of roadway is located from mile marker 87.2 to mile marker 87.3.    Weather permitting, work will take place Friday, April 10 through Friday, April 17 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.   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 Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:01 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/85688 85688 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:10:02 +0000 Route V in Stoddard County Closed for Bridge Maintenance Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:10 SIKESTON—Route V in Stoddard County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform bridge maintenance.     This section of roadway is located from County Road 234 to County Road 232.   Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, April 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.   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 Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:09 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://ltgov.mo.gov/lt-governor-david-wasinger-joins-u-s-department-of-education-to-highlight-civic-education-and-missouris-rich-history/ https://ltgov.mo.gov/?p=5546 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:38:27 +0000 David Wasinger Lieutenant Governor | State of Missouri FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2026 Lt. Governor David Wasinger Joins U.S. Department of Education to Highlight Civic Education and Missouri’s Rich History JEFFERSON CITY, MO – This week, Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger joined officials from the U.S. Department of Education and state education leaders to emphasize […] https://www.modot.org/node/85589 85589 at https://www.modot.org Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:40:02 +0000 Route 153 in Dunklin and Pemiscot Counties Closed for Culvert Replacement Visitor (not verified) Wed, 03/25/2026 - 15:40 SIKESTON—Route 153 in Dunklin and Pemiscot counties will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway.   This section of roadway is located from Route EE in Pemiscot County to Route EE in Dunklin County. Additionally, Route M from Route 25 to Route 153 in Dunklin County will be closed while this work is underway.  Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, April 6 and Tuesday, April 7 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The road will be open to local traffic only.   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 Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:37 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://ded.mo.gov/press-room/hertzog-meat-co-expand-butler-creating-22-new-jobs 5641 at https://ded.mo.gov Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:10:47 +0000 Hertzog Meat Co. to expand in Butler, creating 22 new jobs Chase Lindley Wed, 03/25/2026 - 15:10 March 26, 2026 Butler Hertzog Meat Co. to expand in Butler, creating 22 new jobsHertzog Meat Co., a Missouri-based meat processor, announced today that it is expanding in Butler, creating 22 new jobs. The company’s expansion includes the opening of Hertzog South, a new retail and further processing facility that will feature expanded protein processing capabilities, a new retail meat market, and additional value-added production for sliced, marinated, and ready-to-cook products.“We’re always proud to see a Missouri-made employer like Hertzog Meat Co. continue to grow and succeed,” said Governor Mike Kehoe. “This company’s expansion in Butler is a welcome addition to the community that will further support our state’s agriculture industry. We commend the Hertzog family for their commitment to quality products, local farmers, and economic growth.”Hertzog Meat Co.’s new facility will allow for continued growth of its foodservice capabilities, expanded production of premium beef, and further processing capabilities for beef, pork, chicken, and value-added products. It will also expand the company’s retail space and product assortment, giving local customers greater access to high-quality and specialty proteins, such as premium dry-aged beef.“Our family is thrilled to expand our footprint in Butler and keep building something truly special for this community,” said Jim Hertzog of Hertzog Meat Co. “Hertzog South marks the exciting next chapter in our growth, enabling us to deliver even more premium, locally sourced protein to our customers while creating new opportunities to support our local farmers and agriculture.”Hertzog Meat Co.’s project represents a multi-million-dollar investment in the Butler community and will support its continued growth as a vertically integrated meat company that raises, sources, processes, and distributes high-quality proteins throughout the United States. The expansion is expected to create additional jobs in the Butler area while strengthening demand for Missouri-raised livestock and supporting regional agriculture.“We’re deeply grateful for the unwavering support from Butler, Bates County, and the State of Missouri,” said Todd Hertzog of Hertzog Meat Co. “This expansion opens significant doors for our dedicated team and the broader community. We have come a long way. Our relentless commitment to quality and doing things the right way is paying dividends - and I couldn’t be prouder of what this incredible group has accomplished.”Hertzog South is expected to begin operations in late April 2026 with a grand opening celebration planned for April 24. The event will include a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m., a community event featuring Steakhouse Burgers served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and other activities. Hertzog Meat Co. will provide additional details as the opening date approaches.“DED is excited to support Hertzog Meat Co.’s expansion in Butler,” said Michelle Hataway, Director of the Department of Economic Development. “These new jobs will boost Bates County’s economy while allowing the company to expand into new product lines and further strengthen its existing operations. Another example of Missouri businesses growing and succeeding.”For this expansion, Hertzog Meat Co. will benefit from the Missouri Works program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation. What others are saying“Hertzog is a homegrown Bates County company, and we’re glad to see them growing right here in Butler,” said Butler Mayor Jim Henry. “This expansion means more jobs, stronger support for our ag community, and a growing local economy. They’re the kind of company we want here in Butler, one that’s dedicated to our community for the long term. We appreciate everyone who helped make this project happen and what it means for the future of Butler and the region.”About Hertzog Meat Co.Hertzog Meat Co. is a Missouri-based meat processor specializing in premium beef and high-quality proteins. The company operates a vertically integrated model, raising and sourcing cattle through Hertzog Farms and processing products under USDA inspection to ensure consistent quality and safety.Known for its premium all-natural, hormone- and antibiotic-free Angus beef, Hertzog Meat Co. dry-ages whole sides of beef for a minimum of 14 days to deliver exceptional flavor and tenderness. The company serves retail customers, restaurants, and foodservice partners throughout the Midwest, while continuing to expand its operations and product offerings.To learn more about Hertzog Meat Co., visit hertzogmeatco.com.About the Missouri Department of Economic DevelopmentThe Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) works to create an environment that encourages economic growth by supporting Missouri’s businesses and diverse industries, strengthening our communities, developing a talented and skilled workforce, and maintaining a high quality of life. As one team built around the customer and driven by data, DED aspires to be the best economic development department in the Midwest. Through its various initiatives, DED is helping create opportunities for Missourians to prosper.For the latest updates on DED’s current or future programs and initiatives, visit DED’s website.About the Missouri Works ProgramAs the state’s number one incentive tool for expansion and retention, the Missouri Works Program helps businesses access capital through withholdings or tax credits to embark on facility expansions and create jobs. This program can also help businesses purchase equipment to maintain its facility in Missouri.