/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:23:11 +0000 en-us https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-seven-gubernatorial-appointments-1 16066 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:51:38 +0000 Governor Kehoe Announces Seven Gubernatorial Appointments Madelyn.Warren… Fri, 03/06/2026 - 15:51 March 6, 2026 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced seven gubernatorial appointments to various boards and commissions.T Mark Elliott, of Joplin, was reappointed to the Missouri Southern State University Board of Governors.Mr. Elliott currently serves as an agency sales manager at Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance in Webb City and has been a licensed insurance broker since 1987. From 1986 to 2000, Elliott represented Jasper and Newton Counties as a member of the Missouri House of Representatives. He is a graduate of Carl Junction High School and attended Drake University and Missouri Southern State University.Mark Garnett, of West Plains, was appointed to the Missouri Air Conservation Commission.Mr. Garnett currently operates Garnett Company, LLC, a national distributor of machine-quality drive screw pallet nails serving the wooden pallet industry. He previously worked for his family's company, Garnett Wood Products, for over 40 years. He is an active member of his community, previously serving as president of the board of directors for the Missouri Forest Products Association and the National Wooden Pallet and Container Association. He currently sits on the board of directors for Community First Banking Company, which he co-founded in 1997. Garnett holds bachelor's degrees in business management and marketing from Missouri State University.Yulissa Gomez-Delgado, of Noel, was appointed as a student member to the Missouri Southern State University Board of Governors.Ms. Gomez-Delgado is currently involved in several university-sponsored organizations, including the Student Senate, the President’s Student Ambassadors, Global Leaders, and the Latin American Student Alliance. Off-campus, she works as a teller at Southwest Missouri Bank and volunteers with the Noel Housing Authority. Gomez-Delgado is pursuing a bachelor's degree in business administration at Missouri Southern State University.  Matt Klumper, of Jefferson City, was appointed to the Children’s Trust Fund Board.Mr. Klumper is a government accounts officer at Central Bank. Previously, he served as the superintendent of the Michael Prenger Family Center and was a functional unit manager for the Missouri Department of Corrections. Klumper holds a Bachelor of Science in Organization Management from Hannibal-LaGrange College and a Master of Business Administration from William Woods University. Benjamin Rosenberg, of Joplin, was reappointed to the Missouri Southern State University Board of Governors.Dr. Rosenberg is a retired pediatric dentist, having practiced in Joplin since 1968. He holds a strong record of civic service, including membership on the Joplin R-VIII School Board, the Joplin Zoning and Planning Board, and the Joplin Parks and Recreation Board. Dr. Rosenberg has also served as a member of the Joplin City Council. He earned his bachelor's degree in history from the University of Oklahoma and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.Roger Stottlemyre, of Lee's Summit, was appointed to the Missouri Gaming Commission.Mr. Stottlemyre is a retired colonel and former superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, serving in that role from 2001 to 2006. He also previously served as director of the Missouri Gaming Commission. He has held membership in several civic organizations, including Rotary International, Leadership Missouri, and the Missouri State Troopers Association. Stottlemyre is a former member of the U.S. Marine Corps, having earned the rank of corporal.Meridith Vogeler, DNP, of St. Peters, was appointed to the Missouri State Board of Nursing. Ms. Vogeler is a professor and nursing program director at Lindenwood University. Previously, she served as an emergency room nurse for SSM Health and as an instructor at St. Charles Community College. She holds a variety of leadership positions at Lindenwood University, including serving as chair of the Nursing Faculty Academic Council. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing, her master's degree in nursing education from Northwest Missouri State University, and her Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nursing Education from Arkansas State University.### https://www.modot.org/node/84547 84547 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:50:02 +0000 Kansas City area maintenance work for March 9-13 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 15:50 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance work throughout the Kansas City region from March 9-13. All work is weather permitting. JACKSON COUTNY Route FF: flagging operations for pavement repair between U.S. Highway 50 and Zumalt Rd. on Monday, March 9 and Tuesday, March 11, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. between SW 28th St. and J.W. Cummins Rd. on Wednesday, March 12 and Thursday, March 13, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. Interstate 435 at various ramps between Front St. and Eastwood Trfwy: various short-term ramp closures from Tuesday, March 10 until Friday, March 13, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. daily, for brush removal. Interstate 70 westbound on-ramp from Beardsley: ramp closed on Wednesday, March 11 and Thursday, March 12, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. daily, for drainage work. Interstate 29/Interstate 35 northbound on-ramp from The Paseo: ramp closed on Friday, March 13, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., for brush removal. JOHNSON COUNTY Missouri Highway 13 between Route OO and NW 525 Rd.: flagging operation on Monday, March 9 and Wednesday, March 11, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for ditch work. U.S. Highway 50 eastbound and westbound between Missouri Highway 23 and Route D: intermittent lane closures scheduled from Monday, March 9 until Friday, March 13, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for brush cutting. RAY COUNTY Route O: flagging operations with pilot cars for drainage work (approximately 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily): Monday, March 9 until Wednesday, March 11: between Shach Creek Rd. and Reynolds Thursday, March 12 and Friday, March 13: between Shach Creek Rd. and Missouri Highway 10 SALINE COUNTY U.S. Highway 65 northbound between Interstate 70 and Marshall: intermittent lane closures from Monday, March 9 until Wednesday, March 11, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for pavement work. MoDOT maintenance crews often perform other tasks throughout the work week such as pothole patching, litter pick-up, sign repairs, brush cutting, and other operations that are not included above as they pose limited impacts to traffic. 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, 03/06/2026 - 08:49 Matthew Rinehart Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: matthew.rinehart@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 282-4685 https://www.modot.org/node/84546 84546 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:40:01 +0000 Upcoming Planned Roadwork for Northeast Missouri, March 9 - 20, 2026 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 14:40 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 CC – March 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 20 to CR 21 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route NN – March 10, CLOSED  for culvert replacement operations from Route K to CR 42 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route NN – March 11 – 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 12 to CR 42 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Route NN – March 13, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 37 to CR 44 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. 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, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 56 to CR 72 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Lincoln County Route Z – March 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route HH to Kuntz Road between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 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. Pike County Route PP – March 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 325 to CR 339 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 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 6th at 4:00 p.m.   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, 03/06/2026 - 07:33 Karen Barbano Customer Service Representative Northeast District Adopt-A-Highway Coordinator Northeast District karen.barbano@modot.mo.gov 573-248-2584 https://www.modot.org/node/84545 84545 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:40:02 +0000 Dent County Route B bridge now closed after inspection Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 13:40 Dry Creek Bridge scheduled for replacement this year JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Dent County Route B is now closed at the Dry Creek Bridge after inspectors found a sinkhole developing near one of the supporting structures of the 86-year-old bridge, which is scheduled to be replaced this year. Route B will remain closed over Dry Creek until that project is completed, as it is no longer safe for vehicular traffic. Concrete barriers have been placed at either end of the bridge to prevent motorists from utilizing the damaged roadway. During the closure and bridge replacement project, motorists may use Missouri Routes 19, 32 and 72 as a detour route. To learn more about the planned bridge replacement project, visit https://www.modot.org/projects/route-b-bridge-replacement-over-dry-creek-dent-county. For the safety of all travelers, NEVER move or drive around barricades. Our crews place them for your safety and that of motorists who may come after you. Moving barricades not only puts yourself in danger, but other drivers who may come through later and drive into floods or onto damaged roadways without warning. This can be especially dangerous at night. 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). While at modot.org, sign up for work zone updates sent directly to your inbox. Information is also available 24/7 by connecting with us on social media: Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 03/06/2026 - 06:38 Links to related information Dry Creek Bridge project webpage CD Customer Service Central District Email: CDCR@modot.mo.govPhone: 573-522-5178 https://www.modot.org/node/84544 84544 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:30:02 +0000 Reminder: Buchanan County U.S. Route 169, SE Riverside Terrace project to begin March 9 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 13:30 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Buchanan County U.S. Route 169 and Southeast Riverside Terrace intersection improvement project south of St. Joseph will begin Monday, March 9. Contractors from Hoy Excavating, LLC, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation planned to close the roadway and begin construction today, March 2, but delayed the project start by one week due to weather. Traffic Impacts: Route 169 will be closed between Route AC and Southeast 70th Street beginning Monday, March 9 at approximately 9 a.m. A signed detour will be in place guiding motorists from Route 169 to Missouri Route 31 to U.S. Route 36 to Interstate 29, then back to Route 169. The roadway is expected to reopen in July 2026. This intersection improvement project will shift the U.S. Route 169 roadway slightly north from Summerhill Drive to just east of Southeast Riverside Terrace and realign both the north and south entrances of Southeast Riverside Terrace at the intersection of Route 169 to improve sight distance. For more information, visit https://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-169-intersection-improvements-buchanan. 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 U.S. Route 169 Intersection Improvements in Buchanan | Missouri Department of Transportation Districts Involved Northwest Published On Fri, 03/06/2026 - 06:20 NW Customer Service Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.govPhone: 816-901-4529 https://www.modot.org/node/84543 84543 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:20:01 +0000 Various lane closures along NB/SB US 169 for pavement resurfacing, Mar. 9 - June 1 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 13:20 CLAY COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation is conducting various single lane closures along northbound/southbound US Route 169 from the Buck O’Neil bridge to Interstate 29 for pavement resurfacing, beginning at 8:00 am on Mon., March 9 until 8:00 am on Mon., June 1. Motorist may 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 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 Fri, 03/06/2026 - 06:10 Macy Melton Communications Specialist Kansas City District Phone: (816) 789 - 9891Email: macy.melton@modot.mo.gov https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/modnr-looks-future-new-state-energy-plan-state 301166 at https://dnr.mo.gov Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:48:47 +0000 MoDNR Looks to the Future with a New State Energy Plan for the State Karen Kremer Fri, 03/06/2026 - 12:48 Release Date Friday, March 6, 2026 JEFFERSON CITY, MO, MARCH 6, 2026 – This week, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources embarked on an intensive six-month project to develop Missouri’s next State Energy Plan.Guidehouse, the contractor for the new plan,  will work with the department’s State Energy Program to conduct economic and power sector modeling, and demand forecasting. The team will also develop policy recommendations. “Missouri’s energy landscape has changed dramatically over the past 10 years, and state policymakers sit at a crossroads as to how they can shape Missouri’s energy resources to benefit Missourians for decades to come,” said Kurt Schaefer, director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.Missouri’s current electricity generation portfolio is a diverse mix of fossil fuels, nuclear and renewable energy sources, with a recent significant shift to natural gas. The new plan will address Missouri’s drift away from net electricity exporting to becoming increasingly reliant on imported electricity. In 2025, Missouri relied on generation from other states for over 15 percent of its electricity needs.Furthermore, massive growth in energy demand driven by data centers and manufacturing onshoring poses a new challenge, but a potentially unmissable opportunity for local Missouri economies.  “The ambitious new plan will go above and beyond previous plans,” said Schaefer. “It will forecast future demand and model multiple tailor-made scenarios for the state to evaluate the costs and benefits of meeting Missouri’s energy needs. This includes investments in specific energy technologies and correcting Missouri’s reliance on electricity imports.”The department’s State Energy Program has conducted various forms of statewide energy planning and analysis since the 1990s to recommend plans for Missouri’s energy future to policymakers. The last Comprehensive State Energy Plan was published in 2015.Learn more about MoDNR’s vision of the energy future at Division of Energy | Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Members of MoDNR and Guidehouse met in Jefferson City this week to kick off development of the new Comprehensive State Energy Plan.   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://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-signs-executive-order-26-08-activating-state-emergency 16061 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:28:04 +0000 Governor Kehoe Signs Executive Order 26-08 Activating State Emergency Operations Plan for Threat of Severe Weather Gabrielle.Picard Fri, 03/06/2026 - 12:28 March 6, 2026 Jefferson City Governor Mike Kehoe has signed Executive Order 26-08, declaring a State of Emergency in Missouri in preparation for potentially dangerous severe weather forecasted across the state. Under this Order, the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan has been activated, which enables state agencies to coordinate directly with local jurisdictions to expedite assistance.“The National Weather Service has cautioned that the threat of severe storms throughout the state tonight may produce damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes,” said Governor Kehoe. “I urge all Missourians to pay attention to their local weather forecasts, follow official warnings, and have multiple ways to receive alerts – especially overnight.”Widespread thunderstorms are nearly certain, with the highest threat for severe thunderstorms across western into north central Missouri, mainly in the evening. Storms are expected to weaken as they move east through the night, although how quickly they will weaken remains uncertain. High winds of 70+ mph, hail over two inches in diameter, and strong tornadoes are all potential threats. Localized flash flooding may also occur during the overnight hours, due to the significant rainfall over the past 24 hours.“This Executive Order is a proactive step to ensure our emergency management teams are fully prepared should these storms warrant immediate action to protect Missourians. The state’s emergency operations center will be activating this afternoon to support coordination efforts," continued Governor Kehoe.Missourians are strongly encouraged to postpone outdoor activities and avoid being on the road when storms hit. Nighttime severe weather is particularly dangerous because visibility is severely reduced, and many people are asleep. It is critical to identify a safe place in advance and be prepared to take shelter quickly. Remember, the safest place to be during a tornado is an interior room with no windows on the lowest floor of sturdy structure, preferably in a basement. Do not shelter in a mobile home – consider staying with a friend, family member or at local storm shelter and plan to arrive well before storms move into your area. Never attempt to drive through floodwaters, even if the water appears shallow.Executive Order 26-08 will expire on April 5, 2026. To view the order, visit this link.### https://www.modot.org/node/84542 84542 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:00:02 +0000 RESCHEDULED: Traffic shift on U.S. Route 54 in Kingdom City set for March 9 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 12:00 Road, all ramps expected to remain open Project Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A traffic shift on U.S. Route 54 in Kingdom City is now planned for overnight Monday, March 9, after being delayed due to weather.    On Monday night, March 9, westbound U.S. Route 54 will be moved to the newly constructed bridge to the west of the existing structures and eastbound U.S. Route 54 will shift onto the current westbound lanes. All ramps are expected to remain open during this phase of construction, which is expected to continue for a month.    Motorists are advised to slow down, use extra caution, and follow posted signs and traffic control devices.  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.    This work is part of the first project in MoDOT’s Statewide Improve I-70 Program, Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City, which will add a third lane of travel in each direction to the 20-mile stretch of I-70 between Columbia and Kingdom City. This $405 million fixed-cost contract includes new pavement on all three lanes of I-70 and will also make interchange improvements to the I-70 interchanges at U.S. Route 63 and U.S. Route 54.   Missouri’s FY2024 budget, approved through the state legislative process and governor provides, $2.8 billion in General Revenue to build a third lane of I-70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add a third lane in each direction on nearly 200 miles of I-70, from Blue Springs to Wentzville. For more information on the Improve I-70 Program and to sign up for program e-mails, visit http://www.modot.org/improvei70.  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.  ### Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 03/06/2026 - 04:56 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/84541 84541 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:50:01 +0000 Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, March 9-15. Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 11:50 Access to/from Messanie Street at Belt Highway restored St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of March 9-15. There may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Andrew County U.S. Route 169 – Shoulder work from County Line Road to Route D, March 9-13. Atchison County U.S. Route 136 – Resurfacing project March 10 through July 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane, and a 10-foot width restriction will be in place. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)   Buchanan County Gene Field Road Bridge – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project through July 2026. https://www.modot.org/projects/gene-field-road-bridge-replacement-over-interstate-29-buchanan-county U.S. Route 59/Route 752/Route U – Intersection improvement project through spring 2027. (Contractor: Amino Bros. Co., Inc.) https://www.modot.org/projects/route-u-missouri-route-59-and-missouri-route-752-intersection-improvements-buchanan-county. U.S. Route 169 – CLOSED for an intersection improvement project at Southeast Riverside Terrace beginning March 9 at approximately 9 a.m. through mid-July 2026. (Contractor: Hoy Excavating, LLC) https://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-169-intersection-improvements-buchanan-county. Route 759 – Shoulder work from Cedar Street to Lower Lake Road, March 9-13. U.S. Route 169 – Utility/permit work at Route FF, March 9-22. The road will be narrowed to one lane during daytime hours with flaggers guiding motorists through the work zone. Carroll County Route 10 – Pavement repair and resurfacing project from Route FF to Route C in Ray County, through May 15. The road will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers guiding motorists through the work zone. (Contractor: Emery Sapp and Sons LLC). Chariton County Route PP – CLOSED at the Mid-Fork Chariton River Overflow Bridge for replacement projects through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through March 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Route KK – CLOSED at the Puzzle Creek Bridge for a replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through mid-March 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Route O – CLOSED at the Bee Creek Bridge for a replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through April 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Route KK – CLOSED at the Little Chariton River Bridge for a deck replacement project through March 2026. (Contractor: E&C Bridge, LLC.) https://www.modot.org/projects/route-b-route-d-route-jj-and-route-kk-bridge-deck-replacement-multiple-counties. Daviess County Route F – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 330th Street to Southwest 90th Ave, March 13, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Harrison County Route N – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from East 280th Avenue to East Diamond Road, March 9, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Route N – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from East Diamond Road to Route O, March 11-13, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. Linn County Route 11 – CLOSED at the Badger Creek Bridge, north of New Boston, for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through May 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Route 139 – CLOSED at the Parson Creek Bridge, north of Meadville, for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through May 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Route U – CLOSED at the Long Branch Bridge, northwest of Bucklin, through early May for a deck replacement project. (Contractor: Louis-Company, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/route-b-route-e-and-route-u-bridge-deck-replacement-grundy-and-linn-counties-0 Livingston County Route K – CLOSED at the North Fork Crooked Creek Bridge for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through April 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Route W – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from County Road 506 to County Road 508, March 9, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mercer County Route JJ – CLOSED at the West Honey Creek Bridge for a deck replacement project through early April 2026. (Contractor: E&C Bridge, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/route-e-route-ff-route-jj-and-route-oo-bridge-deck-replacement-multiple-counties Route E – CLOSED at the West Honey Creek Bridge for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through July 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin)*1 Nodaway County U.S. Route 71 – Shoulder work from U.S. Route 136 to the Iowa state line, March 9-13. The road will be narrowed to one lane, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Route EE – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 210th Street to 220th Street, March9, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Route EE – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 220th Street to 230th Street, March 10-11, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Route EE – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 245th Street to 250th Street, March 12, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.   Route EE – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 250th Street to U.S. Route 136, March 13, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.   Putnam County Route N – CLOSED at the Turkey Creek Bridge through July 2026, for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through April 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Sullivan County Route PP – CLOSED at the West Locust Creek Bridge through June 2026, for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through April 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Route T – CLOSED at the East Locust Creek bridge through July 2026, for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through April 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1 Worth County Route 46 – CLOSED at Marlowe Branch Creek for a bridge replacement project March 11 through May 2026. (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons) https://www.modot.org/projects/missouri-route-46-and-route-w-bridge-replacement-worth-county. --- *1 This bridge is part of the NWBB (Northwest Bridge Bundle) program. The design-build team is Capital-Horner & Shifrin. More info: NWBB program web page.   ### Districts Involved Northwest Published On Fri, 03/06/2026 - 04:48 Links to related information Traveler Information Map NW Customer Service Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.govPhone: 816-901-4529 https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/missouri-advisory-council-historic-preservation-meets-march-20 301161 at https://dnr.mo.gov Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:36:46 +0000 Missouri Advisory Council on Historic Preservation meets March 20 Karen Kremer Fri, 03/06/2026 - 11:36 Release Date Friday, March 6, 2026 Council will consider will consider Arena Building for National RegisterJEFFERSON CITY, MO, MARCH 6, 2026 –The Missouri Advisory Council on Historic Preservation will hold its quarterly meeting at 10 a.m., Friday, March 20, at the O’Fallon Municipal Centre, 100 N. Main St., O’Fallon. Remote participation is available.At the meeting, the council will consider one nomination to the National Register of Historic Places: the Arena Building, 410 Kiwanis Drive, Cape Girardeau, Cape Girardeau County.The Missouri Advisory Council on Historic Preservation is a group of historians, architects, archaeologists and citizens with an interest in historic preservation. The council is appointed by the governor and works with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources' State Historic Preservation Office, which administers the National Register of Historic Places program for Missouri. The council meets quarterly to review Missouri property nominations to the National Register, the nation's honor roll of historic properties. The council forwards approved nominations to the Keeper of the National Register in Washington, D.C., for final approval.More information, including a remote participation link, draft nomination and meeting agenda, is online at dnr.mo.gov/commissions-board-councils/advisory-council-historic-preservation. 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 https://dese.mo.gov/missouri-vocational-rehabilitation-seeks-public-input-goals-priorities 33291 at https://dese.mo.gov Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:35:07 +0000 Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation Seeks Public Input for Goals & Priorities Nicholas Luebrecht Fri, 03/06/2026 - 11:35 Read more about Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation Seeks Public Input for Goals & Priorities JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education https://www.modot.org/node/84540 84540 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:10:01 +0000 RESCHEDULED: North Outer Road 70 to close at Cedar Creek on March 16 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 11:10 Project Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The planned closure of the north outer road at the Boone/Callaway County line has been rescheduled for March 16 due to weather. The closure to replace two bridges on Interstate 70 near mile marker 136.6 is expected to be in place for 10 months, though January 2027.  On March 16, crews working with the Missouri Department of Transportation plan to close North Outer Road 70 at Cedar Creek, west of Callaway County Route J. There will be no designated detour, but signs located well ahead of the closure will alert motorists to use an alternate route.   This closure is necessary to replace the west and eastbound I-70 bridges over Cedar Creek. Crews will first replace the westbound structure, shifting westbound I-70 traffic onto the north outer road. Then crews will replace the eastbound bridge, shifting eastbound I-70 traffic onto the newly reconstructed westbound bridge. These bridge replacements are anticipated to be completed in January 2027.   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.    This work is part of the first project in MoDOT’s Statewide Improve I-70 Program, Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City, which will add a third lane of travel in each direction to the 20-mile stretch of I-70 between Columbia) and Kingdom City. This $405 million fixed-cost contract includes new pavement on all three lanes of I-70 and will also make interchange improvements to the I-70 interchanges at U.S. Route 63 and U.S. Route 54.   Missouri’s FY2024 budget, approved through the state legislative process and governor provides, $2.8 billion in General Revenue to build a third lane of I-70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add a third lane in each direction on nearly 200 miles of I-70, from Blue Springs to Wentzville. For more information on the Improve I-70 Program and to sign up for program e-mails, visit http://www.modot.org/improvei70.  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.  ### Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 03/06/2026 - 04:04 Links to related information Project Webpage AJ Shurr Senior Communications Specialist Central District Email: cdcr@modot.mo.govPhone: (573) 522-5178 https://oa.mo.gov/commissioners-office/news/state-releases-february-2026-general-revenue-report 56711 at https://oa.mo.gov Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:48:18 +0000 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -State Budget Director Dan Haug announced today that net general revenue collections for February 2026 decreased 2.5 percent compared to those for February 2025, from $879.1 million last year to $856.9 million this year. Net general revenue collections for 2026 fiscal year-to-date increased 1.0 percent compared to February 2025, from $8.30 billion last year to $8.38 billion this year. GROSS COLLECTIONS BY TAX TYPE Individual income tax collections https://www.modot.org/node/84539 84539 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:40:01 +0000 RESCHEDULED: Segment of I-70 Drive Southeast in Columbia to close starting March 16 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 03/06/2026 - 09:40 All businesses to remain accessible Project Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Due to weather, the planned closure of a short segment of I-70 Drive Southeast is now set to begin March 16. During the 10-month closure for the construction of a new underpass beneath Interstate 70, a signed detour will be in place, and all businesses will remain accessible.  On March 16, 2025, construction crews working with the Missouri Department of Transportation anticipate closing I-70 Drive Southeast from just west of Woodridge Drive to Glenstone Drive for approximately 300 days. The entrance to Woodridge Drive from I-70 Drive Southeast will also be closed. The roadways are expected to reopen in January 2027. Motorists will be directed around the closure via Keene Street and St. Charles Road.   This closure will enable crews to shift traffic on I-70 to construct two new bridges on I-70. This will allow the construction of the new underpass connecting Hanover Boulevard (north of I-70) to I-70 Drive Southeast (south of I-70). See a rendering of the new design here: https://www.modot.org/media/47390.  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.    This work is part of the first project in MoDOT’s Statewide Improve I-70 Program, Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City, which will add a third lane of travel in each direction to the 20-mile stretch of I-70 between Columbia and Kingdom City. This $405 million fixed-cost contract includes new pavement on all three lanes of I-70 and will also make interchange improvements to the I-70 interchanges at U.S. Route 63 and U.S. Route 54.   Missouri’s FY2024 budget, approved through the state legislative process and governor provides, $2.8 billion in General Revenue to build a third lane of I-70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add a third lane in each direction on nearly 200 miles of I-70, from Blue Springs to Wentzville. For more information on the Improve I-70 Program and to sign up for program e-mails, visit http://www.modot.org/improvei70.  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.  ###  Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 03/06/2026 - 02:34 Links to related information Project Webpage AJ Shurr Senior Communications Specialist Central District Email: cdcr@modot.mo.govPhone: (573) 522-5178