/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:35:26 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/77912 77912 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 16:50:02 +0000 MoDOT KC will host Public Meeting #2 for I-70 Environmental Assessment: I-435 to 470 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 16:50 Meeting is scheduled for 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 at Truman High School Project Interstate 70 Environmental Assessment in Jackson County JACKSON COUNTY - The Missouri Department of Transportation Kansas City (MoDOT KC) is hosting a public meeting for I-70 Environmental Assessment: I-435 to I-470 as an opportunity for community engagement during the study. The project study area includes Interstate 70 (I-70) in the Kansas City metropolitan area in Jackson County between Manchester Trafficway/Interstate 435 and Interstate 470. The meeting will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at Truman High School, 3301 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055.      In conjunction with MoDOT and in coordination with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the project team will be sharing the draft recommended alternative for the project and seeking public input. The intent of the project to is to address challenges along the I-70 corridor by:     Improving safety  Restoring and maintaining existing infrastructure  Improving accessibility and goods movement  Reducing congestion  Following the public meeting, a self-guided virtual presentation and an online survey will be available on the project webpage at https://www.modot.org/projects/interstate-70-environmental-assessment-jackson. The online survey will close on November 30, 2025.  MoDOT is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you require translation services or need special assistance for the meeting, please contact the team at least 48-hours in advance of the meeting, at i70_ea_i435_i470@modot.mo.gov.  Estamos comprometidos a proporcionar igualdad de acceso a este evento para todos los participantes.  Si necesita servicios de traducción o necesita asistencia especial para la reunión, por favor comuníquese con el equipo al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión:  i70_ea_i435_i470@modot.mo.gov.  For more information, please contact the project team at i70_ea_i435_i470@modot.mo.gov.   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 Tue, 10/07/2025 - 11:41 Brooke Rohlfing Communications Manager Kansas City District 816-607-2153 Brooke.rohlfing@modot.mo.gov   https://www.modot.org/node/77910 77910 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:40:02 +0000 Overnight turn lane closures from MO 45 to Chatham Ave. in Platte Co for pavement work, Oct. 8-9 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 15:40 PLATTE COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will CLOSE both left turn lanes to Chatham Ave from Missouri Route 45 for overnight pavement work beginning tomorrow, Wed., Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. until Thurs., Oct. 9 at 6 a.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. 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 for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Tue, 10/07/2025 - 10:32 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/77911 77911 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:40:02 +0000 NB Route 51 Perry County Reduced for Roadside Work Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 15:40 SIKESTON—Northbound Route 51 in Perry County will be reduced as contractor crews perform roadside work.   This section of roadway is located at the intersection Route 51 and Route 61 in Perryville, Missouri.  Weather permitting, work will take place Friday, Oct. 17 through Friday, Oct. 24 from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.   The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, contact Resident Engineer Kevin Plott at (573) 472-9034 or 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, 10/07/2025 - 10:38 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/77909 77909 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:30:02 +0000 TRAFFIC ALERT: All Glenstone Ave. Lanes OPEN in Springfield Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 15:30 Where: Northbound Glenstone Avenue (Business 65) outside lane between Bergman Street and Pythian Street near Evangel University in Springfield What: All northbound Glenstone Avenue (Business 65) lanes OPEN to traffic      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, 10/07/2025 - 10:24 David Mitchell Senior Communications Specialist Southwest District E-mail: SWCR@MoDOT.mo.gov Phone: (417) 895-7600 https://www.modot.org/node/77907 77907 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:00:02 +0000 TRAFFIC ALERT: Northbound Glenstone Reduced to One Lane in Springfield for Pavement Repair Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 15:00 Where: Northbound Glenstone Avenue (Business 65) outside lane between Bergman Street and Pythian Street near Evangel University in Springfield When: 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 7 until further notice What: MoDOT crews making repair to pavement Traffic Impacts: Northbound Glenstone Avenue (Business 65) reduced to one lane (outside/driving lane CLOSED) for duration of work All southbound Glenstone Avenue lanes OPEN 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     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, 10/07/2025 - 09:58 David Mitchell Senior Communications Specialist Southwest District E-mail: SWCR@MoDOT.mo.gov Phone: (417) 895-7600 https://www.modot.org/node/77908 77908 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:00:02 +0000 NB Route 51 in Perry County Impacted for Roadside Work Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 15:00 SIKESTON—Northbound Route 51 in Perry County may be impacted as contractor crews perform roadside work.   This section of roadway is located at the intersection Route 51 and Route 61 in Perryville, Missouri.  Weather permitting, work will take place Friday, Oct. 17 through Friday, Oct. 24 from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.   The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, contact Resident Engineer Kevin Plott at (573) 472-9034 or 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, 10/07/2025 - 09:53 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/77906 77906 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:00:01 +0000 MoDOT KC to host Public Meeting for U.S. Route 40 Intersection Improvements in Grain Valley, Oct. 22 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 14:00 Project U.S. Route 40 Intersection Improvements in Jackson County REMINDER JACKSON COUNTY - The Missouri Department of Transportation Kansas City (MoDOT KC) will hold an open house style meeting to discuss intersection improvements on U.S. Route 40 in Grain Valley, at Sni-A-Bar Blvd, Barr Rd, and Kirby Rd.   The meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 22 from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm at Mid-Continent Public Library (Grain Valley Branch), 400 SW Buckner Tarsney Road, Grain Valley, MO 64029. The meeting will provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions, learn more about the project, and leave a comment. MoDOT is committed to providing access to this event for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation or translation services, please contact Kansas City District Communications at kccr@modot.mo.gov by Wednesday, October 8. The meeting will be an open house meeting with no formal presentation. In addition to the public meeting on Oct. 22, there will also be an opportunity to view project displays and exhibits and leave comments on the project webpage beginning at 4 p.m. on Weds., Oct. 22 until 4 p.m. on Weds., Nov. 5. Please visit the project webpage for more information to view project displays and exhibits or to leave a comment: U.S. Route 40 Intersection Improvements in Jackson County | Missouri Department of Transportation. For those unable to attend the meeting or access the project information online, project materials are available by request at the MoDOT district office located at 600 NE Colbern Rd. in Lee’s Summit, MO. Customers may contact Project Manager Thankam Mathew at thankam.mathew@modot.mo.gov. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at https://www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at ww.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 Tue, 10/07/2025 - 08:56 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/77905 77905 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:00:02 +0000 Short-term ramp closures scheduled for I-229 resurfacing project in St. Joseph Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 13:00 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Herzog Contracting Corp., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, has scheduled several short-term ramp closures while a portion of Interstate 229 is resurfaced in St. Joseph. The following ramps are scheduled to be closed Thursday, Oct. 9 and Tuesday, Oct. 14: Northbound I-29 to northbound I-229. Southbound I-229 to southbound I-29. The following ramps are scheduled to be closed Friday, Oct. 10, Monday, Oct. 13 and Wednesday Oct. 15: Southbound I-29 to northbound I-229. Southbound I-229 to southbound I-229. As a part of this resurfacing project, the ramps from I-229 to Buchanan County Route A, Missouri Route 752 and 22nd Street in St. Joseph will be closed temporarily as the paving operation moves through the intersection. Traffic Impacts: The ramps will be closed temporarily during the paving operation. Motorists should use an alternate route. Crews are scheduled to work Monday-Saturday during daylight hours. The resurfacing is scheduled to be completed by November 2025. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phones down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org. Get project and work zone news straight to your email by signing up for eUpdates. Information is also available 24/7 by calling 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or visiting www.modot.org/northwest. Facebook | X | Instagram  Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Districts Involved Northwest Published On Tue, 10/07/2025 - 07:55 Katelyn Canon Sr. Communications Specialist Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.gov Phone:  816.387.2462 https://oa.mo.gov/commissioners-office/news/state-releases-september-2025-general-revenue-report 55871 at https://oa.mo.gov Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:13:39 +0000 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –State Budget Director Dan Haug announced today that net general revenue collections for September 2025 decreased 9.2 percent compared to those for September 2024, from $1.24 billion last year to $1.13 billion this year. Net general revenue collections for 2026 fiscal year-to-date decreased 0.6 percent compared to September 2024, from $3.01 billion last year to $3.00 billion this year. GROSS COLLECTIONS BY TAX TYPE Individual income tax collections https://www.modot.org/node/77903 77903 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:10:02 +0000 Atchison County Route F bridge over Rock Creek scheduled to close Oct. 20 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 12:10 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Rock Creek Bridge on Atchison County Route F near Westboro is scheduled to close on Monday, Oct. 20 for a deck replacement project. The Missouri Department of Transportation has contracted Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. to replace the decks of two bridges in Holt County and one in Atchison County. Traffic Impacts: During construction, Route F will be closed at the Rock Creek Bridge. Motorists will need to seek an alternate route. Route F is scheduled to reopen by December 2025. As a part of this project, the decks were replaced on the Mill Creek Bridge on Holt County Route T and the U.S. Route 59 Bridge over Interstate 29 in Holt County. For more information about this project, visit: https://www.modot.org/projects/missouri-route-59-bridge-rehabilitation-atchison-and-holt. All work is expected to be completed by December 2025. 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 Missouri Route 59 Bridge Rehabilitation in Atchison and Holt | Missouri Department of Transportation Districts Involved Northwest Published On Tue, 10/07/2025 - 07:00 Katelyn Canon Sr. Communications Specialist Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.gov Phone:  816.387.2462 https://www.modot.org/node/77901 77901 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:02 +0000 Buchanan County Route DD scheduled to close Oct. 20 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 10/07/2025 - 12:00 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Buchanan County Route DD bridge over Jenkins Creek is scheduled to close on Oct. 20. Capital Paving & Construction, LLC, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, plans to make repairs to the bridge approaches following a bridge deck replacement earlier this year. Traffic Impacts: Route DD will be closed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 20. Motorists should seek an alternate route. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phones down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org. Get project and work zone news straight to your email by signing up for eUpdates. Information is also available 24/7 by calling 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or visiting www.modot.org/northwest. Facebook | X | Instagram  Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Project Webpage Route B, Route DD, and Route H Bridge Rehabilitation in Andrew and Buchanan | Missouri Department of Transportation Districts Involved Northwest Published On Tue, 10/07/2025 - 06:59 Katelyn Canon Sr. Communications Specialist Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.gov Phone:  816.387.2462 https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MODSS/bulletins/3f60eb6 https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MODSS/bulletins/3f60eb6 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:12:00 +0000 Effective August 28, 2025, a new law is now in effect which represents a significant step to safeguard the benefits of children in the state’s care. HB 737, which was sponsored by Rep. Melissa Schmidt and handled by Sen. Jamie Burger, amends Section 210.560 RSMo and protects these funds, reserving them for the child’s unmet needs beyond standard provisions. Previously, federal funds could be used for a child’s cost of care. ........ https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-recommended-updates-missouris-parole-process 15201 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:43:55 +0000 Governor Kehoe Announces Recommended Updates for Missouri's Parole Process Madelyn.Warren… Fri, 10/03/2025 - 16:43 October 3, 2025 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced the release of recommended rule updates for Missouri's parole process, following a comprehensive review of existing rules by a working group of stakeholders.Under the direction of Governor Kehoe's Executive Order 25-07, signed during the Safer Missouri launch on day one of his administration, the Missouri Department of Corrections and the Missouri Parole Board assembled a working group to develop proposed rule changes. The working group consisted of representatives of law enforcement, corrections, the judiciary, and the public.“Parole plays a crucial role in the Missouri criminal justice system, balancing offender rehabilitation with public safety,” said Governor Kehoe. “We will now review these recommendations to see how Missouri can continue to refine its approach to offender management and increase accountability, with the goal of safeguarding public safety while also promoting successful reintegration and reducing recidivism.”The executive order directed the working group to provide the Missouri Parole Board with recommendations for amendments to the existing rules and any proposed new rulemakings with the goal of providing clarity, transparency, and accountability for the parole process.The review found that several updates were needed to comply with state statute, including updating minimum parole eligibility requirements to reflect the current “blue book.”The working group's review also includes recommendations to:Remove unnecessary and outdated regulations.Update the hearing process to allow for up to two delegates, who may provide additional information on rehabilitation efforts or barriers to release.Clarify that, under the updated rule, alleged violators have the right to attorney representation and to mitigation witnesses chosen by the individual.Introduce a new grid procedure, allowing release without a parole hearing for certain non-violent Class C, D, and E offenses, as well as drug offenses with sentences of up to 20 years. Decisions will be based on validated risk and needs assessments, while cases involving weapons, resisting arrest, parole violations, and similar offenses will continue to require a hearing.“It is critical to establish uniform policy in parole decision-making, while also allowing for individual case considerations," said Director Trevor Foley, Missouri Department of Corrections. “Our department looks forward to working with the Governor's Office in updating parole rules and bringing greater transparency to parole hearing and revocation processes."For more information on the parole board licensing and regulation findings, click. Executive Order 25-07 Updates for Missouri's Parole Process Report.pdf### https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/fall-fun-flourishes-st-louis-area-state-parks-historic-sites 292121 at https://dnr.mo.gov Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:05:25 +0000 Fall fun flourishes in St. Louis area state parks and historic sites Karen Kremer Fri, 10/03/2025 - 15:05 Release Date Friday, October 3, 2025 JEFFERSON CITY, MO, OCT. 3, 2025 – St. Louis area state parks and historic sites have planned fun fall events for the entire family.Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Fall Harvest Fest at Washington State Park.Washington State Park will hold its annual Fall Harvest Fest on Saturday, Oct. 4. This event includes a handmade item and craft fair featuring a variety of vendors from throughout the state, as well as fall crafts and activities for the kids. Food and concession items will be available for purchase. All activities are scheduled to take place in and around Shelter #2 in the Big River Day-Use Area; however, this is subject to change due to weather. Admission is free and does not require registration. Washington State Park is located at 13041 State Highway 104 in De Soto. Saturdays, Oct. 4, and 18, at 10 a.m. – Parallel Pasts Walking Tour at Felix Vallé House State Historic Site.History is never just one story – it’s a collection of perspectives shaped by time, experience, and who gets to tell it. “Parallel Pasts: Two Sides to Every Story” tour take you through the streets of Ste. Genevieve while uncovering local history from multiple viewpoints. Each tour begins at the Ste. Genevieve Welcome Center and goes through the town’s historic district before ending back at the welcome center. There are several stops along the way, including one at the Felix Vallé House. At each stop, discussions will include how different people experienced events in different ways and how our understanding has evolved over the years. This free program is in collaboration with the National Parks Service. Registration is required, and space is limited to 15 people per tour. Registration can be completed at icampmo1.usedirect.com/MSPWeb/Activities/Search.aspx?search_text=parallel%20pasts. The tour begins and ends at Ste. Genevieve Welcome Center, located at 66 S. Main St. The tour travels approximately one-half mile through the historic district. Thursdays, Oct. 9, and 23, at 10 a.m. – Toddler Thursdays at Mastodon State Historic Site.Come learn, create and play at Mastodon State Historic Site! The Toddler Thursday programs are designed for toddlers and their grownups. Each session focuses on a different topic and includes a story and craft. There is no need to register; just show up and enjoy! Mastodon State Historic Site is located at 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive in Imperial.Oct. 9 – Autumn Leaves.Oct. 23 – Spiders. Saturday, Oct. 11, at 7 p.m. – Giving a Hoot: An Owl’s Life at Washington State Park.Join the park team at the campground amphitheater at 13041 State Highway 104 in De Soto, to learn about the owls that live within the park. See an interesting display showcasing owls’ special abilities and habits. Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. – Spooktacular at Meramec State Park.Join the park team in the campground Saturday, Oct. 18, for the annual Spooktacular event! Celebrate with Halloween pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating, a scary movie and more. Campers are encouraged to provide candy for trick-or-treaters, and everyone is encouraged to wear a costume. Popcorn will be provided for the movie. Regular camping fees apply, but the event itself is free.Coloring contest: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Coloring sheets will be available in the field across from the booth starting at 9 a.m. and are due by 3 p.m.Scavenger hunt: 1:30 p.m. – Meet in the field across from the booth.Naturalist station: 2-4 p.m.Jack-o’-lantern contest: carved pumpkins due by 4 p.m. Place carved pumpkins at the station near the coloring contest.Trick-or-treating: 5-7 p.m. throughout the campground. Campground roads will be closed from 4:45 – 7:15 p.m.Movie: 7:30 p.m. at the amphitheater.Meramec State Park is located at 115 Meramec Park Drive in Sullivan. Saturday, Oct. 18, noon to 3:30 p.m. – Archaeology Day and Public Meeting at First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site.Join the team at First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site for a fun day of archaeology and history. The third Saturday of October is International Archaeology Day, and October 2025 marks the 199th anniversary of the capital’s move from St. Charles to Jefferson City. We will be commemorating both occasions with free self-guided tours of the First Capitol and family-friendly archaeology activities in the backyard. These activities will be held in conjunction with the historic site’s annual public meeting. The meeting will be held in an open house format and feature information on recent projects and events. Visitors are encouraged to provide feedback, ask questions and learn more about the site. Meanwhile, the city of St. Charles will be hosting its Legends and Lanterns Halloween festival. Be sure to check it out too. First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site is located at 200 S. Main St. in St. Charles. Friday, Oct. 24, at 2 p.m. – Outdoor Classroom: The Language of Animals at Washington State Park.Join the team for a fun outdoor learning experience, where participants will learn about different forms of communication used in the animal kingdom. Meet at the campground amphitheater at the park located at 13041 State Highway 104 in De Soto. Saturday, Oct. 25, 1- 9 p.m. – Wicked Washington Halloween Celebration at Washington State Park.Regular camping fees apply, but the event itself is free. Washington State Park is located at 1341 State Highway 104 in De Soto.“Ghosts of Washington’s Past” Trail Walk: 1 p.m. – Meet at the campground entrance for a 1-mile guided stroll to the special-use area and back. The park team will share narratives that haunt the history of Washington State Park. The trail walk will be followed by a campfire and refreshments.Costume Parade: 4 p.m. – Kids 12 and under are invited to show off their cool costumes at the host site prior to trick-or-treating. All participants receive a ribbon.Kids Trick or Treat: 5-6 p.m. – Children are welcome to trick or treat through the campground. Participating campsites will be marked with signs and may include basic and electric sites. Campers who would like to provide candy should contact the park office or notify the campground host.Campsite Decorating Contest Voting: 8-9 p.m. – Registered campers are encouraged to decorate their campsites with family-friendly Halloween décor. All campers will have the opportunity to vote on the best-decorated site. Voting will take place at the campground host site. After the ballots are counted, the winners will be announced, and prizes will be awarded for the top three sites. Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Rural Heritage Day at Felix Vallé House State Historic Site.Felix Vallé House State Historic Site, located at 198 Merchant St., is participating in Ste. Genevieve’s annual Rural Heritage Day festival. This annual event celebrates the rural traditions of Ste. Genevieve and St. Genevieve County from the mid-1700s to the mid-1900s. Through live demonstrations and hands-on activities, guests will discover the importance of rural crafts, trades and entertainment. This is a community-wide event with multiple locations in downtown Ste. Genevieve hosting public programs. Cosponsors include the Foundation for Restoration of Ste. Genevieve, the Ste. Genevieve Museum and Learning Center, the National Park Service, the Ste. Genevieve County Library and the Centre for French Colonial Life. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2-7:30 p.m. – Jack-o’-Lantern Jubilee at St. Joe State Park.Registered campers are invited to join in the Halloween fun at St. Joe State Park’s Jack-o’-Lantern Jubilee! Activities will take place in the campgrounds and at nearby Missouri Mines State Historic Site.Off-Road Saunter to Missouri Mines: 2-4:30 p.m. At 2 p.m., park team members will lead an off-road vehicle ride from Campground 1 showerhouse to Missouri Mines State Historic Site. Activities there begin at 2:30 p.m. with an extended trick-or-treat tour, during which the site team will hand out candy at various stops. Guests should bring a bucket or bag to collect candy. After the tour, pumpkin painting and mine cart photo booth will be available from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Drivers of licensed vehicles are also welcome. If you choose to drive a licensed vehicle, please use the main roads and park in the historic site’s gravel parking lot.Campground Trick-or-Treating: 6 p.m. Campground trick-or-treating at St. Joe State Park will last until 7 p.m. Campers are responsible for providing the candy, but participation is voluntary. Participating campsites will be given a Halloween placard at the time of registration to post. Trick-or-treaters should wear costumes and bring a bucket or bag. Trick-or-treating is only open to registered campers and their guests.Best-Decorated Campsite Awards Presented: 7:30 p.m. Registered campers may participate in a Halloween-themed campsite decorating contest. Campsites will be judged by the park team during the trick-or-treating. Awards for the top three sites will be presented.St. Joe State Park is located at 2800 Pimville Road in Park Hills.For detailed information on any of these activities, please visit mostateparks.com/events. For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. 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://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-two-judicial-appointments-0 15196 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:02:27 +0000 Governor Kehoe Announces Two Judicial Appointments Madelyn.Warren… Fri, 10/03/2025 - 15:02 October 3, 2025 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced judicial appointments to the 24th and 32nd judicial circuits.Julia Koester, of Cape Girardeau, was appointed as Circuit Judge in the 32nd Judicial Circuit.Ms. Koester currently serves as an Associate Circuit Judge in the 32nd Judicial Circuit. She previously worked for 13 years as an assistant prosecuting attorney in Cape Girardeau County. She earned her Juris Doctor from St. Louis University School of Law and holds a bachelor's degree in finance from Creighton University. She currently serves on the board of directors for Mercy Hospital Southeast and the Cape West Rotary Club. Koester will fill the vacancy created by RSMO 478.710, established under Senate Bill 218.Joseph Murray III, of Farmington, was appointed as Circuit Judge in the 24th Judicial Circuit.Mr. Murray is an Associate Circuit Judge in the 24th Judicial Circuit. He was previously the principal and owner of Murray Law, LLC. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law and holds bachelor's degrees in history and finance and banking from the University of Missouri. He is an active member of his community, currently serving on the Farmington Regional Chamber of Commerce and Farmington Elks Lodge. Murray will fill the vacancy created by RSMO 478.690, established under Senate Bill 218.###