/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:25:11 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/84908 84908 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:30:01 +0000 Delayed: Putnam County Route FF and Mercer County Route E bridge deck replacements Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 10:30 Bridge deck replacement project in Mercer, Putnam and Sullivan counties ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation has contracted E&C Bridge, LLC to complete a bridge deck replacement project on four bridges in Mercer, Putnam and Sullivan counties. The closures of the Putnam County Route FF bridge over Shoal Creek, near Livonia, and the Mercer County Route E bridge over West Medicine Creek, near Harris, have each been delayed by two days due to weather. Traffic Impacts: The Putnam County Route FF bridge will now close on Wednesday, March 18, and the Mercer County Route E bridge will now close on Thursday, March 19. Motorists will need to seek an alternate route around the closures. Both bridges are scheduled to reopen in May 2026. Listed below are the two other bridges included in this project: The Mercer County Route JJ over West Honey Creek, near Spickard, closed through early April. Sullivan County Route OO over Locust Creek, near Milan, scheduled to begin in May. For more information about this project, visit: Route E, Route FF, Route JJ, and Route OO Bridge Deck Replacement in Multiple Counties | Missouri Department of Transportation. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phones down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org. Get project and work zone news straight to your email by signing up for eUpdates. Information is also available 24/7 by calling 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or visiting www.modot.org/northwest. Facebook | X | Instagram Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Project Webpage Route E, Route FF, Route JJ, and Route OO Bridge Deck Replacement in Multiple Counties | Missouri Department of Transportation. Districts Involved Northwest Published On Fri, 03/13/2026 - 05:29 NW Customer Service Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.govPhone: 816-901-4529 https://www.modot.org/node/84909 84909 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:30:01 +0000 Delayed: Striping to begin on U.S. Route 65 in Carroll and Livingston counties March 18 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 10:30 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Capital Paving and Construction, LLC, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, began a resurfacing project on U.S. Route 65 in Carroll and Livingston counties in April 2025. To complete the project, the contractor will be striping Route 65 from U.S. Route 36 in Chillicothe to north of County Road 368, north of Waverly. Striping was scheduled to begin on Monday, March 16 but has been delayed until Wednesday, March 18 due to weather. Traffic Impacts: Striping will be a moving operation. Motorists should expect delays. A 16-foot width restriction will be in place.   All work is expected to be complete by Wednesday, April 1. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phones down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org. Get project and work zone news straight to your email by signing up for eUpdates. Information is also available 24/7 by calling 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or visiting www.modot.org/northwest. Facebook | X | Instagram  Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Districts Involved Northwest Published On Fri, 03/13/2026 - 05:23 NW Customer Service Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.govPhone: 816-901-4529 https://www.modot.org/node/84907 84907 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:20:02 +0000 Ramp from St. Charles Road to eastbound I-70 temporarily closed Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 10:20 Closure associated with emergency pavement repairs on I-70 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The ramp to eastbound Interstate 70 from St. Charles Road in Columbia is now closed and is expected to reopen Friday evening, March 13. For the safety of the traveling public, construction crews working with the Missouri Department of Transportation closed the ramp as they make emergency pavement repairs to eastbound I-70 at the interchange. Motorists will need to use an alternate route.  Drivers are reminded to slow down and pay attention in work zones. Buckle Up. Phone Down.  For additional information about current and upcoming detours and project status, please visit the Improve I-70 project website at: Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City | Missouri Department of Transportation  For more information, call MoDOT at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or visit www.modot.org. To receive the latest statewide news and text alerts, signup for e-updates.  #ImproveI70  Follow MoDOT: Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTube  ### Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 03/13/2026 - 05:17 Links to related information Project Webpage AJ Shurr Senior Communications Specialist Central District Email: cdcr@modot.mo.govPhone: (573) 522-5178 https://www.modot.org/node/84906 84906 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:00:02 +0000 Various closures on MO 350 at I-435 by KC Water for utility work, TODAY, March 13 until 2 p.m. Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 10:00 REVISED: REVISED JACKSON COUNTY – KC Water is conducting urgent utility work resulting in a complete closure of WB MO 350 at 63rd Street to west to 55th Street and the closure of the ramp from NB I-435 to WB MO 350 beginning NOW, Fri., March 13 until approx. 2:00 p.m. 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 (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 03/13/2026 - 04:52 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/84905 84905 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:50:01 +0000 TRAFFIC ALERT: Various lane closures on MO 350 at I-435 by KC Water for utility work, TODAY Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 09:50 JACKSON COUNTY – KC Water is conducting urgent utility work on MO 350 at I-435 resulting in various lane closures beginning NOW, Fri., March 13 until 2:00 p.m. 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 (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 03/13/2026 - 04:40 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/84904 84904 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:40:01 +0000 One lane of eastbound I-70 in Columbia closed for emergency pavement repairs Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 08:40 Lane expected to open Friday evening, March 13 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – For the safety of the traveling public, construction crews working with the Missouri Department of Transportation have closed one lane of eastbound Interstate I-70 in Columbia. The lane closure at St. Charles Road, near mile marker 131, is for emergency pavement repairs and is anticipated to remain in place until Friday evening, March 13.  Drivers traveling in Columbia on eastbound I-70 should consider alternate routes. Motorists are encouraged to give themselves extra time to travel through this area as backups are expected.  Drivers are reminded to slow down and pay attention in work zones. Buckle Up. Phone Down.  For additional information about current and upcoming detours and project status, please visit the Improve I-70 project website at: Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City | Missouri Department of Transportation  For more information, call MoDOT at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or visit www.modot.org. To receive the latest statewide news and text alerts, signup for e-updates.  #ImproveI70  Follow MoDOT: Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTube  ###  Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 03/13/2026 - 03:32 Links to related information Project Webpage AJ Shurr Senior Communications Specialist Central District Email: cdcr@modot.mo.govPhone: (573) 522-5178 https://www.modot.org/node/84903 84903 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:10:01 +0000 Route V in Stoddard County Reduced for Bridge Maintenance Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 08:10 SIKESTON—Route V in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane with an 8-foot width restriction as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform bridge maintenance.     This section of roadway is located from County Road 232 to County Road 234.   Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, March 24 and Wednesday, March 25 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 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 Fri, 03/13/2026 - 03:08 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/84902 84902 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:00:02 +0000 Route V in Stoddard County Closed for Bridge Maintenance Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 08:00 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 232 to County Road 234.   Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, March 24 and Wednesday, March 25 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, 03/13/2026 - 02:58 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/84901 84901 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:50:02 +0000 Lane closures on Bannister Road and U.S. 71 for bridge replacement work, TODAY Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 07:50 Project U.S. Route 71 Bridge Replacements over Bannister Road in Jackson County JACKSON COUNTY- The Missouri Department of Transportation will be replacing bridges on U.S. Route 71 over Bannister Road (Route W). While safe to travel on, the bridges are reaching the end of their service life. All work is weather permitting. Friday, March 13 TODAY 9:00am-3:00pm Crews will close the left lane on eastbound Bannister Road from Parkwood to east of U.S. 71. Crews will close the inside left turn movement from the southbound U.S. 71 off ramp to eastbound Bannister Road. Additional work for project: Ramp and lane closures on U.S. 71 at Bannister Road for bridge replacement work. NOW - April 10 | Missouri Department of Transportation This will be an ongoing project and will also include widening of U.S. 71 to develop an additional lane across the new bridges and to the north on U.S. 71 with the new lane ending just south of the Hickman Mills Drive interchange. The project will also improve pedestrian safety and connectivity along Bannister Rd. under U.S. 71. In addition, this project also involves the rehabilitation of culverts to the north and east of the U.S. 71 interchange. Visit the project page for additional information: U.S. Route 71 Bridge Replacements over Bannister Road in Jackson 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 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 (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 03/13/2026 - 02:46 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/84900 84900 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:40:01 +0000 Upcoming Planned Roadwork for Northeast Missouri, March 16 - 27, 2026 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/13/2026 - 07:40 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 NN – March 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 45 to Route AA between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route NN – March 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route AA to CR 55 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route NN – March 18 - 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 56 to CR 72 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Macon County Route UU – March 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Fortune Street to Foghorn Avenue near Callao between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Marion County Route K – March 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route CC to CR 214 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Ralls County Route J – March 13 – June 6, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from Route EE continuing south to the end of the Clarence Cannon Dam bridge beginning Friday, March 13th at 7:00 a.m. through Friday, June 5th at 4:00 p.m. However, the bridge will be open to traffic beginning at 12:00 p.m. Friday, May 22nd until 7:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 26th for the Memorial Day weekend. Work with us in the work zone!  Please remember to obey all work zone signs and personnel.  With an increased number of highway work zones in Missouri, we urge all drivers to pay attention every second while driving, especially through a work zone.  Be informed of your route by checking the MoDOT Traveler Information Map before you leave to see if you will encounter any work zones. Districts Involved Northeast Published On Fri, 03/13/2026 - 02:33 Karen Barbano Customer Service Representative Northeast District Adopt-A-Highway Coordinator Northeast District karen.barbano@modot.mo.gov 573-248-2584 http://dor.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/ef504c9f-de25-47f9-8ec0-df830b421571 http://dor.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/ef504c9f-de25-47f9-8ec0-df830b421571 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-signs-fy-2026-supplemental-budget-bill 16086 at https://governor.mo.gov Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:29:33 +0000 Governor Kehoe Signs FY 2026 Supplemental Budget Bill Gabrielle.Picard Wed, 03/11/2026 - 16:29 March 11, 2026 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 supplemental budget bill, HB 2014, that was passed by the General Assembly last week. The bill allows for current operations of state government to continue through FY 2026. "This supplemental budget ensures that critical services continue uninterrupted for Missourians, while also providing important spending authority for public safety and disaster response," said Governor Kehoe. "I appreciate the members of the General Assembly in getting this bill to my desk."HB 2014 totals over $3.1 billion, including $516.8 million in general revenue, $1.9 billion in federal funds, and $670.3 million in other funds. The supplemental budget bill includes funding for several high priority areas:$180,000 for child physical abuse forensic examination claims$3.7 million to provide high-quality, specialized care for children and youth with intensive needs$10.4 million for employment services to assist individuals with physical or mental disabilities$73.8 million for World Cup Federal Grants, including $14.2 million for the counter-unmanned aircraft systems grant program$86 million for St. Louis Tornado Disaster Relief$132 million for HR 1 implementation$830 million for SEMA disaster spending authorityFor more information on HB 2014, click here. Governor Kehoe Signs FY 2026 Supplemental Budget Bill### https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-butler-county-fire 16081 at https://governor.mo.gov Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:38:24 +0000 Governor Kehoe Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Butler County Fire Protection District Shift Commander Jackson Warren Gabrielle.Picard Wed, 03/11/2026 - 15:38 March 11, 2026 Jefferson City Today, in honor of Butler County Fire Protection District Shift Commander Jackson Warren, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered the U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at government buildings in Butler County, the Fire Fighters Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City, and firehouses statewide on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from sunrise to sunset.“At an early age, Jackson Warren committed his life to public service and answered the call to join the fire service, despite the risks and the sacrifices it required,” Governor Kehoe said. “For the last four and a half years, Shift Commander Warren bravely responded, at all hours, to fires, automobile collisions, and other emergencies in service to his community. Sadly, he died while responding to a call to help others. Claudia and I are keeping Jackson’s loved ones and the Butler County community in our prayers. Shift Commander Warren will be remembered for his selfless service to others and devotion to creating a safer community.”On the afternoon of Friday, March 6, Shift Commander Warren died when the brush truck he was driving responding to a grass fire crashed and overturned. Another firefighter who was injured was treated at a hospital and released.The flags will be held at half-staff on the day of Shift Commander Warren’s funeral. To view the Governor’s proclamation, please visit the link below.Governor Kehoe Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Butler County Fire Protection District Shift Commander Jackson Warren### http://mvc.dps.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/b27f8935-e40a-4c36-9441-1bfbf2f1c2dd http://mvc.dps.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/b27f8935-e40a-4c36-9441-1bfbf2f1c2dd Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/spring-events-offered-throughout-missouri-state-parks-historic-sites 301306 at https://dnr.mo.gov Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:12:28 +0000 Spring events offered throughout Missouri state parks and historic sites Karen Kremer Tue, 03/10/2026 - 09:12 Release Date Tuesday, March 10, 2026 JEFFERSON CITY, MO, MARCH 10, 2026 – Has spring fever got you wanting to get outside and explore nature? Well, look no further! Missouri state parks and historic sites have got just the events for you.Tuesdays, March 17, 24, and 31,at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. – Toddler Tuesdays at Crowder State Park.Looking for a fun activity for your children? Bring your toddlers and other preschool-aged children to Crowder State Park for a Toddler Tuesday program. Starting March 17 at 9 a.m. and again at 1 p.m., toddlers can participate in activities such as crafts, book readings, nature walks and experiments. All programs begin at the Camp Grand River recreation hall. Crowder State Park is located at 76 NW Highway 128 in Trenton. Friday, March 20, from 8-10 p.m. – Dark Sky Program at Thousand Hills State Park.Thousand Hills State Park is hosting a series of dark sky programs, starting in March. The park team and representatives from Truman State University will meet at the Point Shelter to explore the stars and sky above. Telescopes will be set up, but participants are welcome to bring their own, along with chairs, blankets and binoculars. This program is weather permitting. Thousand Hills State Park is located at 20431 State Highway 157 in Kirksville.  Saturday, March 21, at 8:30 p.m. – Starry Sky Night at Onondaga Cave State Park.Onondaga Cave State Park is hosting a series of night sky viewing events starting in March. Join astronomy enthusiast Joe Parish in the visitor center parking lot to view the cosmos with a high-powered telescope. Although a telescope is provided, visitors are welcome to bring viewing devices of their own. In the event of poor viewing conditions, the program will be pushed back one week. Onondaga Cave State Park is located at 7556 Highway H in Leasburg.  Thursday, March 26, at 10 a.m. – Toddler Thursday: Turtles at Mastodon State Historic Site.Come learn, create and play at Mastodon State Historic Site at 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive in Imperial. This program is designed for toddlers and their grown-ups, and will focus on learning about For detailed information on any of these activities, please visit mostateparks.com/events. For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.. For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Contact Information Tisha Holden Division Information Officer Address Missouri State Parks P.O. Box 176 Jefferson City, MO 65102 United States Office 573-751-6510 Toll-free 800-334-6946 Email tisha.holden@dnr.mo.gov