/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:05:38 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/82018 82018 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:00:02 +0000 Route J in Stoddard County Reduced for Drainage Repairs Visitor (not verified) Mon, 01/12/2026 - 15:00 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 Tower Drive to Route AA in Bloomfield, Missouri.  Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, Jan. 13 and Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.  The work zones will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near these areas.  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 Mon, 01/12/2026 - 07:52 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/82017 82017 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:30:02 +0000 Lane closures on WB I-70 at the I-670 and I-35 split in Jackson County for guardrail device repairs, Jan. 13 Visitor (not verified) Mon, 01/12/2026 - 13:30 JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct various lane closures on westbound I-70 at the I-670 and I-35 split for guardrail device repairs beginning at approx. 9 a.m. on Tues., Jan. 13 until 3 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. They 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 work zone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636).  Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Mon, 01/12/2026 - 06:22 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/82016 82016 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:20:02 +0000 Route O in Pemiscot County Closed for Culvert Replacement Visitor (not verified) Mon, 01/12/2026 - 13:20 SIKESTON—Route O in Pemiscot 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 560 to County Road 555. While work takes place, the road will be open to local traffic only.   Weather permitting, work will take place Monday. Jan. 26 through Friday, Jan. 30 from 7 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, 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 Mon, 01/12/2026 - 06:19 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/82015 82015 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:10:02 +0000 Lane closures on NB/SB I-435 in Jackson County to install traffic control, Jan. 15-16 Visitor (not verified) Mon, 01/12/2026 - 13:10 JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct various lane closures on northbound and southbound I-435 to install temporary traffic control signs for overhead sign truss operations. All work is weather permitting. See below for traffic modifications: Thurs., Jan. 15. at approx. 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. Crews will conduct various lane closures on NB and SB I-435 on the southside of Truman Road.  Fri., Jan. 16 at approx. 9 a.m. until 11 p.m. Crews will conduct various lane closures on SB I-435 near the Truman Road on-ramp. Fri., Jan. 16 at approx. 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. Crews will conduct various lane closures on NB I-435 near the Truman Road off-ramp. Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. They 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 work zone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636).  Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Mon, 01/12/2026 - 06:05 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/82014 82014 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:10:02 +0000 Buchanan County Gene Field Road Bridge replacement project awarded Visitor (not verified) Mon, 01/12/2026 - 12:10 St. Joseph, Mo. – The project to replace the Gene Field Road Bridge over Interstate 29 in St. Joseph was awarded on Friday, Jan. 9 to Clarkson Construction Company by the Missouri Department of Transportation for $5,564,370.23. MoDOT is working with the contractor to establish a project timeline. By contract, the notice to proceed date, the earliest construction may begin, is Friday, Jan. 16. More information can be found on the project webpage at: https://www.modot.org/projects/gene-field-road-bridge-replacement-over-interstate-29-buchanan-county.  Traffic Impacts: Gene Field Road is closed at the bridge over I-29. Motorists should seek an alternate route.    MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone 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 by connecting with us on social media. Facebook | X | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### http://traveler.modot.org/map/ Districts Involved Northwest Published On Mon, 01/12/2026 - 05:03 Katelyn Canon Sr. Communications Specialist Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.gov Phone:  816.387.2462 https://www.modot.org/node/82013 82013 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:20:02 +0000 TRAFFIC ALERT: Route AA CLOSED in Cedar Co. for Pipe Replacement Projects Jan. 20-22 Visitor (not verified) Mon, 01/12/2026 - 08:20 Where/When: Cedar County Route AA at these locations northwest of Stockton: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday, January 20 between Cedar County Roads 1170 and 1000 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday & Thursday, January 21 & 22 between Cedar County Route N and Cedar County Road 850 What: MoDOT crews replacing damaged pipe underneath the road Traffic Impacts: All lanes of Route AA 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 Mon, 01/12/2026 - 01:13 David Mitchell Senior Communications Specialist Southwest District E-mail: SWCR@MoDOT.mo.gov Phone: (417) 895-7600 https://www.modot.org/node/82012 82012 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:10:02 +0000 TRAFFIC ALERT: U.S. Route 160/North Fork Spring River Bridge CLOSED in Barton Co. Jan. 20-22 & 26-29 Visitor (not verified) Mon, 01/12/2026 - 08:10 Where: U.S. Route 160 over North Fork Spring River in Barton County north of Golden City When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday, January 20-22 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Thursday, January 26-29 What: Missouri Department of Transportation crews will do advance work in preparation for replacing the bridge in the future Traffic impacts: All lanes of U.S. Route 160 CLOSED where crews are working during daytime hours All lanes of U.S. Route 160 OPEN during nighttime hours No signed detour Drivers will have access to all entrances and driveways on either end of the bridge but will not be able to drive through the work zone Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone Drivers encouraged to find alternate routes 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 Mon, 01/12/2026 - 01:05 David Mitchell Senior Communications Specialist Southwest District E-mail: SWCR@MoDOT.mo.gov Phone: (417) 895-7600 https://ltgov.mo.gov/lieutenant-governor-david-wasinger-launches-student-essay-contest-to-celebrate-americas-250th-anniversary-and-inspire-patriotism-in-missouris-youth/ https://ltgov.mo.gov/?p=5495 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:00:49 +0000 David Wasinger Lieutenant Governor | State of Missouri FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2026 Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger Launches Student Essay Contest to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary and Inspire Patriotism in Missouri’s Youth JEFFERSON CITY, MO – As our great nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, […] https://www.modot.org/node/81978 81978 at https://www.modot.org Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:00:02 +0000 Route FF in Butler County Closed for Culvert Replacement Visitor (not verified) Mon, 01/12/2026 - 08:00 SIKESTON—Route FF in Butler County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway.   This section of roadway is located between County Road 624 and County Road 622 near Fisk, Missouri. While work takes place, the road will be open to local traffic only.  Weather permitting, work will take place Thursday, Jan. 15 from 8 a.m. to 3 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 Mon, 01/12/2026 - 00:50 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://newsroom.house.mo.gov/news/2403 https://newsroom.house.mo.gov/?p=2403 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:00:11 +0000 As the Missouri House began its 2026 regular session, Representatives Lane Roberts (R-Joplin) and Jim Schulte (R-New Bloomfield) were presented with pins recognizing their service in Vietnam. They received their pins from fellow veteran and Chairman of the House Veterans and Armed Forces Committee, Representative Dave Griffith (R-Jefferson City), who was introduced by Representative Don … Continue reading "Reps. Roberts and Schulte receive pins honoring service in Vietnam War Era" https://www.modot.org/node/81930 81930 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:40:02 +0000 Route Z in Laclede County to close daily next week Visitor (not verified) Fri, 01/09/2026 - 15:40 Local crews to replace culvert Jan. 12-16 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Local crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation plan to close a short segment of Laclede County Route Z next week to replace a culvert. From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, Monday, Jan. 12, through Friday, Jan. 16, Route Z will close roughly 1 mile south of the junction with Missouri Route 32.   During the closure, local property owners will be able to access driveways, but through traffic will need to seek an alternate route.  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. 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 Fri, 01/09/2026 - 08:30 Links to related information Traveler Information Map AJ Shurr Senior Communications Specialist Central District Email: cdcr@modot.mo.govPhone: (573) 522-5178 https://www.modot.org/node/81929 81929 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:30:02 +0000 Kansas City area maintenance work for Jan. 12-16 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 01/09/2026 - 15:30 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance work throughout the Kansas City region from Jan. 12 until Jan. 16. All work is weather permitting. CLAY COUNTY Route EE between Missouri Highway 210 and Missouri City Rd.: flagging operations on Thursday, Jan. 15, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m., for shoulder repair. CLAY & RAY COUNTY Route Y between Missouri Highway 10 and King Rd.: flagging operations from Monday, Dec. 12 until Wednesday, Dec. 14, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for shoulder repair. JACKSON COUNTY U.S. Highway 50 westbound over 3rd St.: intermittent lane closures on Monday, Jan. 12, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., for pavement repair. Ramp from Bowlin Rd. to Interstate 470 southbound: ramp closed on Tuesday, Jan. 13, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., for pavement repair. I-470 westbound ramp to Interstate 435 southbound: right lane closed on Tuesday, Jan. 13 and Wednesday, Jan. 14, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., for bridge work. Interstate 49 northbound ramp to I-435 westbound: left lane closed on Tuesday, Jan. 13 and Wednesday, Jan. 14, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., for bridge work. Interstate 70 eastbound at Missouri Highway 7: daily right lane closures from Wednesday, Jan. 14 until Friday, Jan. 16, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. daily, for ditch work and drainage repair. Interstate 35 northbound at The Paseo Blvd.: left lane closed on Friday, Jan. 16, from approximately 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., for ditch work. JOHNSON COUNTY Route B between SE 1150 Rd. and Henry Co. line: flagging operations from Monday, Jan. 12 until Tuesday, Jan. 13, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for brush cutting. Rotue PP between SE 251 Rd. and SE 371 Rd.: flagging operations from Monday, Jan. 12 until Wednesday, Jan. 14, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for brush cutting. Missouri Highway 131 between US-50 and NW 430 Rd.: flagging operations from Wednesday, Jan. 14 until Friday, Jan. 16, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for brush cutting. Route EE between SE 371 Rd. and SE 771 Rd.: flagging operations on Thursday, Jan. 14 and Friday, Jan. 15, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for brush cutting. LAFAYETTE COUNTY Missouri Highway 224 between Giblin Rd. and County Farm Rd.: road closed from Monday, Jan. 12 until Friday, Jan. 16 from approximately 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for brush cutting. SALINE COUNTY Missouri Highway 127: flagging operations from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for shoulder repair. Monday, Jan. 12 until Wednesday, Jan. 14: between Missouri Route 20 and I-70 Thursday, Jan. 15 until Friday, Jan. 16: between MO-20 and U.S. Highway 65 Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. They 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 work zone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 01/09/2026 - 08:25 Matthew Rinehart Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: matthew.rinehart@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 282-4685 https://dese.mo.gov/communications/missouri-submits-justification-federal-child-care-payments 33071 at https://dese.mo.gov Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:22:15 +0000 Missouri Submits Justification for Federal Child Care Payments Mrs. Gabrielle… Fri, 01/09/2026 - 13:22 Read more about Missouri Submits Justification for Federal Child Care Payments Jefferson City, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) Offi https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-approval-more-814-million-expand-broadband-access 15751 at https://governor.mo.gov Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:23:52 +0000 Governor Kehoe Announces Approval of More Than $814 Million to Expand Broadband Access Gabrielle.Picard Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:23 January 8, 2026 Jefferson City Governor Mike Kehoe and the Department of Economic Development’s (DED) Office of Broadband Development (OBD) announced today that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved Missouri’s plan to award more than $814 million to bring high-speed internet to more than 200,000 unserved and underserved locations across the state.“High-speed internet is no longer a luxury—it’s essential infrastructure,” said Governor Mike Kehoe. “We thank the Trump Administration and NTIA for approving Missouri's plan to invest more than $814 million to expand broadband access to over 200,000 of the most difficult to serve locations in our state. This investment strengthens our economy, supports rural communities, and creates new opportunities for families and businesses across Missouri.”The NTIA, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, approved Missouri’s Final Proposal for projects under the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program on January 6. This approval will allow OBD to enter into agreements with awarded internet service providers to extend high-speed broadband networks. Providers will then have four years to complete their obligations under the program.“I want to congratulate and applaud our broadband team for their extraordinary work to reach this milestone,” said Michelle Hataway, Director of the Department of Economic Development. “Their dedication, expertise, and tireless collaboration with partners across the state made NTIA’s approval possible. This achievement reflects their commitment to expanding connectivity and improving the lives of Missourians in every corner of our state.”OBD published a summary of provisional awards before submitting its Final Proposal for review. NTIA’s approval process resulted in loss of eligibility for approximately 7,200 locations due to removal from the Federal Communication Commission’s National Broadband Map or providers reporting plans for service during the State’s challenge process.“We’re thrilled to have reached this significant point in the process of connecting all Missourians,” said BJ Tanksley, Director of the Office of Broadband Development. “Our team has worked tirelessly alongside providers and stakeholders statewide to prepare a proposal that benefits as many locations as possible. We sincerely appreciate the contributions of all our partners who helped make this approval a reality.”Types of awards by technology in the approved Final Proposal:End-to-end fiber: 166,750 locations (82%)Low-earth orbit satellite: 23,378 locations (12%)Fixed wireless: 11,494 locations (6%)Co-axial cable: 2,212 locations (1%)In line with the Restructuring Policy Notice, OBD was able to award all eligible locations while saving $900 million of Missouri’s $1.7 billion BEAD allocation. OBD will look to NTIA guidance on how these funds can be used to advance plans for crucial investments in Missouri’s economic competitiveness.A table showing the number of locations awarded by provider is available at this link. The final award for each eligible location, searchable by address, will be available at broadbandmap.mo.gov in early January.About the Office of Broadband DevelopmentThe Office of Broadband Development (OBD) is focused on addressing broadband availability and non-infrastructure barriers to full participation in the digital economy in Missouri by working with providers, communities, and stakeholders to expand and accelerate broadband deployment across the state. OBD’s Connecting All Missourians initiative includes an extensive public engagement process to inform plans for programs funded by the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, part of the Infrastructure, Investment, and Jobs Act (IIJA).To learn more about the Office of Broadband Development or its programs and initiatives, visit DED’s website.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. 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.### http://dor.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/4d734c57-3547-4fde-b06d-14e93f3b5ede http://dor.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/4d734c57-3547-4fde-b06d-14e93f3b5ede Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000