/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:54:45 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/85491 85491 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:50:02 +0000 Route 143 in Iron County Closed for Culvert Replacement Visitor (not verified) Tue, 03/24/2026 - 10:50 Sikeston—Route 143 in Iron County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway.  This section of roadway is located from County Road 161 to County Road 163 near Des Arc, Missouri. While work takes place, the road will be open to local traffic only.  Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, March 31 from 8 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 Tue, 03/24/2026 - 05:45 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/85490 85490 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:20:02 +0000 I-44 westbound off-ramp at Exit 172 to close at noon today Visitor (not verified) Tue, 03/24/2026 - 10:20 For vehicle and debris removal JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A towing company plans to begin the removal of a vehicle, its contents, and debris following a recent crash on Interstate 44 near Exit 172. The removal will take place over several days and is scheduled to begin at noon today, Tuesday, March 24, with the closure of the westbound off-ramp at Exit 172 (Route D/Jerome). The ramp will close at 12 p.m. today, March 24, and is scheduled to reopen by 7 a.m. Wednesday, March 25. During the closure, motorists will need to use an alternate route. While the removal is scheduled to take several days, this one-night ramp closure is the only expected impact to traffic. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones.  For more information about MoDOT projects, traffic updates, or other transportation-related matters, please visit our Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/ or call our 24-hour Customer Service Center at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636). 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Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Districts Involved Central Published On Tue, 03/24/2026 - 05:19 Links to related information Traveler Information Map Attachments Location Graphic CD Customer Service Central District Email: CDCR@modot.mo.govPhone: 573-522-5178 https://dhewd.mo.gov/news/mdhewd-moving-st-louis-county-job-center-new-location-free-services-available-job-seekers-and 7436 at https://dhewd.mo.gov Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:11:52 +0000 MDHEWD moving St. Louis County Job Center to new location; free services available to job seekers and employers Mr. Jason Strickland Tue, 03/24/2026 - 10:11 Date Tue, 03/24/2026 - 12:00 The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD) has announced that the St. Louis County Job Center, currently located at The Crossings at Northwest in St. Ann, will move to its new location on Plymouth Avenue in St. Louis as of Wednesday, March 25. Services will continue to be provided at the current location in St. Ann through Tuesday, March 24.The St. Louis County Job Center hours will remain 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday.The updated location and contact information for the new office will be:6347 Plymouth Ave., Room 206St. Louis, MO 63133314-377-0445The St. Louis County Job Center provides a full range of no‑cost employment and training services to all Missouri job seekers, including individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, changing careers, entering the workforce for the first time, or building new skills. Free services include:Résumé and application assistanceJob search supportWorkshops on interviewing, career exploration, networking, and digital skillsTraining opportunitiesMissouri employers can access no‑cost talent and workforce solutions to streamline hiring and build a skilled workforce through the job center, including:Job postings and candidate referrals, with applicant pre‑screeningCustomized recruitment, including hiring events and job fairsWork‑based learning and training support, such as on‑the‑job training and apprenticeship assistanceRapid Response support during layoffs or restructuringInformation on hiring incentives For more information about available services at Missouri Job Centers, visit jobs.mo.gov. https://www.modot.org/node/85489 85489 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:59:24 +0000 Informational Industry Meeting 3/24/2026 kellen.burns Tue, 03/24/2026 - 09:59 Please join MoDOT for an informational industry meeting about the Missouri 291 River Bridge Design-Build Project and the Forward 44: U.S. 50 Interchange Improvements Design-Build Project. Project Directors James Pflum and Stacey Smith will share more information about each project. They will also share the combined schedule for MoDOT’s Fall 2026 Design-Build procurements including Improve I-70: Kingdom City to Warrenton.   When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 1 pm Where: Microsoft Teams (information below)   Microsoft Teams meeting  Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/26592238296074?p=aJgmuWo7RZ9rxKF46U Meeting ID: 265 922 382 960 74  Passcode: Dj3eM7d8  Dial in by phone  +1 773-917-7763,,351624829# United States, Chicago  Find a local number  Phone conference ID: 351 624 829#      To request access to early release industry information for each project, email: KC 291 River Bridge: MO291RiverBridge@modot.mo.gov I-44/ U.S. 50 Interchange: SLForward44@modot.mo.gov Published On Tue, 03/24/2026 - 08:00 https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/colonel-josh-campbell-selected-march-2026-state-missouri-missouri-department-natural-resources-team-member-month 302121 at https://dnr.mo.gov Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:51:34 +0000 Colonel Josh Campbell selected as March 2026 State of Missouri and Missouri Department of Natural Resources Team Member of the Month Karen Kremer Tue, 03/24/2026 - 09:51 Release Date Tuesday, March 24, 2026 JEFFERSON CITY, MO, MARCH 24, 2026 – Josh Campbell, colonel of the Missouri State Park Rangers, is both the State of Missouri and Department of Natural Resources Team Member of the Month for March 2026. He was selected for his service to the department and for his actions immediately following a helicopter crash at Meramec State Park.On Jan. 29, 2026, a helicopter carrying three Missouri state parks team members and a private pilot crashed into the Meramec River. Everyone aboard was able to self-rescue and received medical care at Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital.Col. Campbell demonstrated outstanding leadership during and after the incident.“Col. Campbell provided a calm, stable presence at the scene,” said Laura Hendrickson, director of MoDNR’s Division of State Parks, who nominated Campbell for the award. “Situations such as this underscore the strength of the Missouri state parks team under stress and in difficult conditions.”Throughout the incident, Col. Campbell coordinated the response with multiple agencies and organizations, and he served as the department spokesperson at an impromptu news conference. His response ensured the prompt and accurate exchange of information internally and externally.Col. Campbell oversaw swift removal of the aircraft wreckage, coordinating the process with the aircraft owner, the insurance adjuster and the towing company. The prompt attention given to the cleanup of the crash site helped prevent the need for an extensive environmental cleanup of the river and surrounding area.“Col. Campbell’s work demonstrated the department’s ability to operate across bureaucratic boundaries to successfully communicate and calmly resolve what could have been an even greater disaster,” said Kurt Schaefer, director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, who also nominated Campbell for the award. “We are very grateful to him for his exceptional leadership, calm demeanor and outstanding management of a life-threatening situation and its aftermath.”Campbell joined the Missouri Department of Natural Resources in December 2017 and resides in Rolla. 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 https://www.modot.org/node/85488 85488 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:50:02 +0000 TRAFFIC ALERT: Route MM CLOSED in Barry Co. for Pipe Replacement March 31 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 03/24/2026 - 09:50 Where: Barry County Route MM between Farm Road 2191 and Farm Road 2205 south of Exeter When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Tuesday, March 31 What: MoDOT crews replacing damaged pipe underneath the road Traffic Impacts: All lanes of Route MM CLOSED where crews are working Drivers will have access to driveways and entrances on either end of the work zone but will not be able to travel through the work zone No signed detours Drivers urged to find alternate routes Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts Weather and/or scheduling conflicts could alter the work schedule.     For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest Follow MoDOT's Southwest District: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down Districts Involved Southwest Published On Tue, 03/24/2026 - 04:45 David Mitchell Senior Communications Specialist Southwest District E-mail: SWCR@MoDOT.mo.gov Phone: (417) 895-7600 https://www.modot.org/node/85487 85487 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:10:02 +0000 Lane closures on US-50 west of Knob Noster for bridge rehabilitation, March 30 - June 2026 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 03/24/2026 - 09:10 JOHNSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct lane closures on U.S. Highway 50 west of Knob Noster beginning on Monday, March 30 for bridge rehabilitation work on the US-50 westbound bridge over Clear Creek. Traffic on US-50 eastbound and westbound will be reduced to one lane. Crossovers will shift westbound traffic onto the eastbound lanes in a head-to-head configuration to cross the eastbound bridge before returning to the westbound lanes. The project is scheduled to be completed in June 2026. 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 MoDOT E-Updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Tue, 03/24/2026 - 04:05 Matthew Rinehart Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: matthew.rinehart@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 282-4685 https://ded.mo.gov/press-room/metrobloks-announces-plans-14-billion-data-center-liberty 5636 at https://ded.mo.gov Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:32:16 +0000 Metrobloks announces plans for $1.4 billion data center in Liberty Chase Lindley Tue, 03/24/2026 - 08:32 March 24, 2026 Liberty Metrobloks, a data center developer focused on AI-ready low-latency infrastructure, announced today its plans to invest $1.4 billion in Liberty for a new, state-of-the-art, high-density data center campus. The facility will span 568,800 square feet across three buildings and represents one of the largest capital investments ever made in Missouri.“Missouri continues to compete and win on a global stage, and Metrobloks’ $1.4 billion investment in Clay County is a powerful example of that momentum,” said Governor Mike Kehoe. “This project brings 30 high-quality jobs while strengthening our state’s position as a leader in next-generation infrastructure. We are proud to support innovative companies choosing Missouri to grow, invest, and create opportunity for our communities.”Metrobloks’ new investment will bring increased tax revenues, at least 30 jobs with an average annual wage of $95,649, and hundreds of construction jobs to the Liberty area. The company’s data center features a very low water use design and low impact operations, with limited demands on schools, emergency services, and municipal resources.“Metrobloks is proud to expand in Liberty, where we found the ideal combination of infrastructure, talent and community partnership to support our next phase of growth,” said Ernest Popescu, CEO of Metrobloks. “This investment reflects our confidence in the Liberty area as a rising digital economy and innovation hub, and we look forward to building a facility here in the Kansas City region that delivers long-term value for both our customers and the community.”Metrobloks is known for delivering high-performance data centers in strategic U.S. markets, helping companies scale cloud and AI for last mile data delivery for latency sensitive applications. The company’s Liberty campus will leverage the Kansas City region’s central location, robust fiber network and reliable, cost-effective power - providing low-latency connectivity and the infrastructure needed to support rapidly expanding digital demand.“This transformative investment reflects the strength of Missouri’s collaborative approach to economic development,” said Michelle Hataway, Director of the Department of Economic Development. “With the support of regional, local, and state incentives, and strong partnerships with organizations like Missouri Partnership, the City of Liberty, Liberty Economic Development Corporation, KCADC and Evergy, Clay County is well-positioned to create an environment where companies can invest with confidence and communities can benefit from lasting economic growth.”For this expansion, Metrobloks will benefit from the Data Center Sales Tax Exemption Program.What others are saying“Metrobloks’ investment is another powerful signal that the Kansas City region is well-positioned for the next phase of the digital economy,” said Tim Cowden, President and CEO of the Kansas City Area Development Council. “Data infrastructure powers every aspect of modern life. With decisions like Metrobloks’, KC will remain at the nexus of our most critical sectors, including healthcare, fintech and defense, as the region continues to serve as a hub for this revolutionary economic transition.”“Metrobloks’ decision to invest in Liberty highlights Missouri’s strength as a destination for advanced technology and digital infrastructure,” said Subash Alias, CEO of Missouri Partnership. “With our strategic location, reliable energy assets, and growing tech workforce, Missouri is ready to support the evolving demands of data-driven industries.”“The City of Liberty is excited to partner with Metrobloks to bring the most significant digital economy project in Liberty’s history,” said Liberty Mayor Greg Canuteson. “We believe this is the first step in building a high tech foundation to our city’s economy going forward.”About MetrobloksMetrobloks develops high-density, low-latency data centers in major metropolitan areas across North America, purpose-built for AI, advanced workloads, and enterprise colocation. With roots in cloud, hyperscale, and large-scale real estate development, Metrobloks delivers modern infrastructure closer to where users live, compute, and interact.To learn more about Metrobloks, visit metrobloks.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. https://www.modot.org/node/85486 85486 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:10:02 +0000 Ramp and lane closures on U.S. 71 NB over 11th Street in Jackson Co for bridge work, May 28 - May 29 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 03/24/2026 - 08:10 JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be conducting bridge deck pavement operations on U.S. 71 northbound over 11th St. in Kansas City on the SE corner of the downtown loop resulting in ramp and lane closures. All work is weather permitting. See below for traffic modifications: 6 a.m. on Sat., May 28 until 6 p.m. on Sun., May 29 Closure of the right lane of I-70 WB at Brooklyn Ave.                                Closure of WB I-70 at exit 2K (Harrison St/Troost Ave). Closure of ramp from Paseo to I-70 WB.                                    Closure of ramp from I-670 EB to I-70 WB.                               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 MoDOT E-Updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Tue, 03/24/2026 - 03:00 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/85485 85485 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:10:02 +0000 Route 102 in Mississippi County Closed for Culvert Replacement Visitor (not verified) Tue, 03/24/2026 - 08:10 SIKESTON—Route 102 in Mississippi County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway.   This section of roadway is located from the County Road 528 to County Road 526 near East Prairie, Missouri. The road will remain closed to the public until the work is completed.  Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, March 24 through Monday, March 30 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.  During this time, 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 Tue, 03/24/2026 - 03:07 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/85373 85373 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:40:02 +0000 EXTENDED: Lane closures on Bannister Road near U.S. 71 for bridge replacement work, March 18-26 Visitor (not verified) Mon, 03/23/2026 - 15:40 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. Wed., March 18 at 9:00 a.m. until Thur., March 26 at 3:00 p.m. (Extended from March 24) Crews will close the right lane on eastbound Bannister Road west of Parkwood to U.S. 71. 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 Mon, 03/23/2026 - 10:38 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/85372 85372 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:50:02 +0000 MoDOT: Christian County Route CC Intersection Improvements Project In Nixa To Begin Construction regan.mitchell Mon, 03/23/2026 - 13:50 Week of April 6 Project Route CC Intersection Improvements in Christian County Nixa, Christian County – A project to build a roundabout at Christian County Route CC, North Main Street, and West Cedar Street in Nixa, is scheduled to start the week of April 6, the Missouri Department of Transportation said. The MoDOT held three public meetings—in July 2023, September 2024, and March 2026—to share project information and solicit public feedback. Project Summary: Build a roundabout at Christian County Route CC, North Main Street & West Cedar Street in Nixa to improve safety and traffic flow Installing storm sewer Roundabout improvements will tie into the City of Nixa’s Main Street project Pedestrian facilities are part of the intersection Traffic Impacts: Intersection closures will be in place during construction Signed detour includes: Route 160, Route 14, and Route 65 Access to businesses will be provided at all times Drivers urged to use alternate routes during construction to avoid the work zone Electronic message boards and news releases will warn the public of closures Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closures/traffic impacts Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule. Contractor: KCI Construction Co, Springfield The estimated project construction cost is $5.7 million. The project is scheduled for completion in Fall 2027. END For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest Follow MoDOT's Southwest District: Facebook | X | Instagram |YouTube Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down Districts Involved Southwest Published On Mon, 03/23/2026 - 08:44 Regan Mitchell Senior Communications Specialist Southwest District Missouri Department of Transportation 3025 East Kearney, Springfield, MO 65803 Phone: (417) 895-7600 Email: swcr@modot.mo.gov website: www.modot.org/sw https://www.modot.org/node/85371 85371 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:40:01 +0000 Bolivar Street bridge over U.S. Route 50 in Jefferson City to close April 6 Visitor (not verified) Mon, 03/23/2026 - 13:40 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – Bolivar Street in Jefferson City is set to close in early April for rehabilitation work on the overpass bridge over U.S. Route 50. The traveling public will need to use an alternate route during the roughly 4-month closure. On Monday, April 6, construction crews working with the Missouri Department of Transportation plan to close the Bolivar Street bridge over U.S. Route 50. Rehabilitation work will include deck repairs, overlaying the driving surface, and applying a protective coating on the substructure. The non-continuous sidewalk on the north side of the bridge will be removed, and the sidewalk on the south side of the bridge will be enhanced. There will be no signed detour during the closure, which is anticipated to last 113 calendar days, with the bridge reopening to traffic in mid-August. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. This work is part of a multi-bridge project that included deck repairs and overlays for 11 bridges in Jefferson City – most of which was completed in 2025. More information about the multi-bridge project is available here: https://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-50-and-us-route-54-bridge-rehabilitations-cole-county MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones. Motorists are advised to use extra caution through work zones, obey all traffic signs, and avoid any distractions.   For traffic updates or other transportation-related matters, please call 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit our Traveler Information Map. Information is also available 24/7 via social media. Follow the MoDOT Central Missouri District on social media: Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down  ### Districts Involved Central Published On Mon, 03/23/2026 - 08:30 Links to related information Project Webpage Attachments Location Graphic CD Customer Service Central District Email: CDCR@modot.mo.govPhone: 573-522-5178 http://mvc.dps.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/ce476a89-4c91-4f24-819c-c3875cd21a1b http://mvc.dps.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/ce476a89-4c91-4f24-819c-c3875cd21a1b Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/department-natural-resources-seeks-comments-draft-hazardous-waste-permit-modification-international-paper-company 301986 at https://dnr.mo.gov Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:06:24 +0000 Department of Natural Resources seeks comments on draft hazardous waste permit modification for International Paper Company Rachel Bruemmer Fri, 03/20/2026 - 17:06 Release Date Friday, March 20, 2026 JEFFERSON CITY, MO, MARCH 20, 2026 –The Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Waste Management Program invites the public to review and offer written comments on a draft hazardous waste permit modification for the International Paper Company until May 4, 2026. International Paper operated a commercial wood treating facility at the site, located at 2609 Rangeline Road in Joplin. International Paper currently is performing long-term monitoring, maintenance activities and remediation activities at the site under a department-issued Missouri Hazardous Waste Management Facility Part I Permit and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-issued Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments Part II Permit. On June 16, 2025, International Paper submitted a permit modification request to the department, requesting to modify their Part I Permit to remove a 0.48-acre access road from the permit, and to remove 13 semi-volatile organic constituents from the annual monitoring requirements.After a thorough technical review of the permit modification request, the department prepared a draft Part I Permit Modification for the International Paper facility. The draft permit modification proposes to allow International Paper to remove the 0.48-acre access road from the permit, as well as remove 13 semi-volatile constituents from the annual monitoring requirements. The permit modification request, draft Part I Permit Modification and a fact sheet are available online at dnr.mo.gov/waste-recycling/what-were-doing/public-involvement/notices-comments. Some supporting documents are not available online due to their file size. The public can review and copy the documents listed above and other supporting documents at the Joplin Public Library, 1901 East 20th Street, Joplin during their normal business hours, or at the department’s Elm Street Conference Center in Jefferson City. To review or obtain copies of the department’s files, please submit a sunshine request at dnr.mo.gov/open-records-sunshine-law-requests.Comments on the draft permit modification are more effective if they point out legal or technical issues or provide information that is not in the record. Only the conditions being modified are open for public comment. All other conditions of the existing permit will remain in effect for the length of the permit, until the department or International Paper propose another permit modification, or until a new permit is issued. Please send written comments to Abby Sawyer, Missouri Department of Natural Resources, 1390 Timberlake Manor Parkway, Suite 200, Chesterfield, MO 63017, or by email at abby.sawyer@dnr.mo.gov. During the public comment period, anyone can request a public meeting or public hearing about the draft permit modification. For more information, please contact Abby Sawyer by telephone at 573-526-5397 or 800-361-4827.You may call or write the department at any time to request to have your name placed on International Paper’s facility mailing list. You will receive written notice from the department or International Paper on any major permitting and cleanup activities at the facility.For more information about the draft Part I Permit modification, or to obtain a written copy of the draft permit modification for review, please contact Sawyer by telephone at 573-526-5397 or 800-361-4827. Hearing- and speech-impaired individuals may reach Sawyer through Relay Missouri at 800-735-2966.### 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