/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:32:23 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/83588 83588 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:50:02 +0000 Quincy Memorial Bridge over Mississippi River closed for emergency repairs for four weeks Visitor (not verified) Tue, 02/17/2026 - 17:50 QUINCY – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that the Memorial Bridge (eastbound U.S. 24) over the Mississippi River in Quincy will be closed for emergency repairs for an estimated four weeks, weather permitting, due to the failure of an expansion joint impacting the driving surface. Once the issue was discovered Monday night, IDOT immediately closed the bridge. ​ The Bayview Bridge (westbound U.S. 24) will continue to accommodate two-way traffic to cross the river while the repairs are ongoing. ​ ​ The expansion joint, when functioning normally, allows the surface of the bridge deck to expand and contract. To expedite the repairs, they will be completed by IDOT’s in-house construction team. The project also will include replacement of concrete that needed to be removed to repair the expansion joint and other repairs as necessary. ​ “We apologize for any inconvenience to the traveling public while these essential repairs are being made,” said IDOT Region 4 Engineer Teresa Price. “Thank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to reopening the bridge as soon as safely possible.” ​ The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips across the Bayview Bridge. Drivers are urged to pay close attention and obey the posted speed limits. ​ The replacement of the Memorial Bridge is included in IDOT’s latest multi-year program as a joint project with the Missouri Department of Transportation, with construction tentative to begin in 2029. ​ For more information on IDOT projects, click here. Find traffic and road conditions at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. You also can follow IDOT on Facebook and X. Districts Involved Northeast Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 10:46 NE Customer Service Northeast District Email: necr@modot.mo.govPhone: 573-248-2490 | 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) https://www.modot.org/node/83587 83587 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:30:01 +0000 Now Open: Worth County Route W bridge Visitor (not verified) Tue, 02/17/2026 - 16:30 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Worth County Route W bridge over the West Fork Grand River is now open following a deck replacement project. Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, reopened the bridge Thursday, Feb. 12. This is a part of a two-bridge project. The Worth County Route 46 bridge over Marlowe Branch Creek is scheduled to be replaced beginning in March. All work is expected to be completed by mid-July 2026. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. When visiting modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or by connecting with us on social media.  Facebook |X  | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Traveler Information Map http://traveler.modot.org/ Districts Involved Northwest Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 09:23 NW Customer Service Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.govPhone: 816-901-4529 https://www.modot.org/node/83523 83523 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:00:01 +0000 REVISED: Jackson Co. Route F to close at Sni-A-Bar Creek for bridge replacement, Feb. 25 - June 2026 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 02/17/2026 - 15:00 JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will close Jackson Co. Route F at Sni-A-Bar Creek on Wednesday, Feb. 25 for a bridge replacement. The bridge is located approximately 2.9 miles north of U.S. Highway 50 and approximately 1.5 miles south of Colbern Rd. A signed detour will be in place and will utilize US-50, Missouri Highway 7, and Interstate 70. The new bridge is scheduled to be open in June 2026. All work is weather permitting. Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris form the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org.kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for work zone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 07:50 Matthew Rinehart Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: matthew.rinehart@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 282-4685 https://www.modot.org/node/83522 83522 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:00:01 +0000 MO-2 CLOSED at railroad crossing in Cass County, Feb. 19-20 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 02/17/2026 - 15:00 CASS COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will close Missouri Route 2 at the railroad crossing, just east of the Kansas state line at 7:00 am on Thursday, Feb. 19 until 5:00 pm on Friday, Feb. 20 for railroad maintenance. Please use an alternative route. 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 form the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for work zone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636).  Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 07:51 Macy Melton Communications Specialist Kansas City District Phone: (816) 789 - 9891Email: macy.melton@modot.mo.gov https://www.modot.org/node/83521 83521 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:40:02 +0000 Jackson Co. Route F to close at Sni-A-Bar Creek for bridge replacement, Feb. 25 - June 2026 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 02/17/2026 - 14:40 JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will close Jackson Co. Route F at Sni-A-Bar Creek on Wednesday, Feb. 25 for a bridge replacement. The bridge is located approximately 2.9 miles north of U.S. Highway 50 and approximately 1.5 miles south of Colbern Rd. A signed detour will be in place and will utilize US-50, Missouri Highway 7, and Interstate 70. The new bridge is scheduled to be open in June 2026. All work is weather permitting. Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris form the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org.kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for work zone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 07:31 Matthew Rinehart Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: matthew.rinehart@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 282-4685 https://www.modot.org/node/83520 83520 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:30:01 +0000 MoDOT to hold public meeting on Route 30 concerns March 3 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 02/17/2026 - 14:30 Project Missouri Route 30 (Gravois) Pavement Resurfacing and Safety Improvements in St. Louis City ST. LOUIS –People who live, work, travel or visit Route 30 (Gravois Avenue) in the city of St. Louis are invited to share their thoughts about the corridor in an upcoming public meeting. The meeting will take place on March 3, 2026, from 4-7 p.m. at the Five Star Senior Center, 2832 Arsenal St, St. Louis, MO, 63118. There is no formal presentation, so attendees are welcome to attend any time. The public meeting will share information about how Gravois in the City of St. Louis looks, functions, and feels today, and gather information from the public about safety concerns. Feedback from residents, businesses, and people who travel along Gravois will help shape the project by participating in the planning study, as part of a future pavement resurfacing project scheduled for 2029. “As MoDOT plans for repaving work, we want to make sure to understand the vision and goals of Gravois Avenue users and enhance safety for all,” said Jen Wade, MoDOT area engineer for the city of St. Louis. “This project opens a window to look in-depth at Gravois and consider a wider range of options. We encourage people on Gravois to be involved early and often to ensure that plans help meet the future roadway envisioned by the people who live, work, and play here.” Gravois Avenue is a 5.7-mile corridor through the city of St. Louis that serves many neighborhoods and users. This planning study will examine current roadway conditions, traffic patterns, and crash history to identify opportunities to reduce crashes and improve safety. Community involvement will be central to the process, with multiple opportunities for public input as the study moves forward. The meeting is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend. Project updates and information about future meetings will be shared as the study progresses. People who require reasonable accommodation to fully participate in this event can contact Andrew Gates before Thursday, February 26 at Andrew.Gates@modot.mo.gov or call or text 314-223-8003.  For those who are unable to attend the meeting in person, the information shared during the meeting as well as a survey form will be available at Missouri Route 30 (Gravois) Pavement Resurfacing and Safety Improvements in St. Louis City | Missouri Department of Transportation on the day of the meeting. People are welcome to view the information and provide comments about the project until Tuesday, March 17. # # #   Districts Involved St. Louis Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 07:21 Andrew Gates Senior Communications Specialist St. Louis District Email: slcommunications@modot.mo.govPhone: (314) 223-8003 https://www.modot.org/node/83519 83519 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:50:01 +0000 MoDOT closes lanes at Interstate 70/Interstate 64 for emergency bridge work TODAY, February 17 Visitor (not verified) Tue, 02/17/2026 - 13:50 Project Improve I-70: Warrenton to Wentzville ST. CHARLES COUNTY – At 1:15 p.m. TODAY, February 17, crews with the Improve I-70 Warrenton to Wentzville Project closed the right lane of eastbound Interstate 70 and the left lane of westbound I-64 at the I-70/I-64 interchange for emergency bridge work. These lane closures are expected to remain in place through the evening commute and potentially overnight. All work is weather permitting.   Only one eastbound I-70 lane will remain open just beyond the eastbound I-64 exit ramp. Only one westbound I-64 lane will remain open at the interchange.   This work is part of the Improve I-70 Warrenton to Wentzville Project covering the eastern portion of I-70. It was awarded in November 2024. Construction is tentatively set to take place 2025-2028.   Missouri’s FY2024 budget, approved through the state legislative process and signed into law by the 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.     ###   Districts Involved St. Louis Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 06:48 Jack Wang Senior Communications Specialist St. Louis District Email: slcommunications@mdoot.mo.govPhone: (314) 648-9783 https://www.modot.org/node/83518 83518 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:32:44 +0000 PLEASE REGISTER: Local Public Agency (LPA) Basic Training – Person of Responsible Charge Three-Part Series Training keith.jennings Tue, 02/17/2026 - 13:32 In partnership with MoDOT, LTAP is hosting a Local Public Agency (LPA) Basic Training – Person of Responsible Charge Three-Part Series Training, April 7th (12:30pm-2:00pm), April 8th (12:30pm-3:00pm), and April 16th (12:30pm-3:00pm). Projects administered by local agencies using Title 23 federal funds require the local agency to have a “qualified person of responsible charge” who is a public employee accountable for the project. This training, approximately 5-6 hours total, will provide the attendee the basic knowledge of the federal-aid process to perform the following duties and functions: Administer federal-aid project activities, including those dealing with cost, time, adherence to contract requirements, construction quality, and scope; Maintain familiarity with day-to-day project operations, including project safety issues; Make or participate in decisions about changed conditions or scope changes requiring change orders or supplemental agreements; Visit and review the project on a frequency commensurate with the magnitude and complexity of the project; Review financial processes, transactions, and documentation to ensure safeguards are in place to minimize fraud, waste, and abuse; and Direct project staff, agency or consultant, to carry out project administration and contract oversight, including proper documentation. Be aware of the qualifications, assignments, and on-the-job performance of the agency and consultant staff at all stages of the project. Must sign all project documents including but not limited to agreements, certifications, plans, change orders, etc.   Participants must attend all 3 sessions and pass a test to be certified as a Person of Responsible Charge. If multiple employees are attending from one agency/registration and from different devices, in order to get credit, you MUST sign in to the meeting with the name of the person actually attending OR if they are not from different devices you must email this SIGN-IN SHEET to training@mltrc.org no later than 3 days following the last/final session.   Session overview can be found below and a registration link (one link for all 3 sessions) can be found here: LPA Basic Training - Virtual - Missouri Local Training and Resource Center              PART I TOPICS COVERED:  April 7, 2026 - 12:30pm to 2:00pm Getting Started Audits and Reviews Planning a Project Hiring a Consultant   PART II TOPICS COVERED:  April 8, 2026 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm Environmental and Cultural Requirements Developing Plans, Specifications, and Project Estimate Buying Right of Way   PART III TOPICS COVERED:  April 16, 2026 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm Bidding a Project Construction of a Project Final Close Out of a project Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 13:33 https://www.modot.org/node/83514 83514 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:30:02 +0000 Northbound U.S. Route 59 in Andrew County closed due to water main Visitor (not verified) Tue, 02/17/2026 - 12:30 St. Joseph, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation has closed northbound U.S. Route 59 from Route DD to County Line Road just north of St. Joseph today, Tuesday, Feb. 17, for water main work. Traffic Impacts: Northbound Route 59 is closed from Route DD to County Line Road until further notice. Traffic will be directed east on County Line Road to Route 169 (the Belt Highway). 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 visiting www.modot.org/northwest. Facebook | X | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Traveler Information Map http://traveler.modot.org/map/ Districts Involved Northwest Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 05:29 Katelyn Canon Sr. Communications Specialist Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.gov Phone:  816.387.2462 https://www.modot.org/node/83516 83516 at https://www.modot.org Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:28:53 +0000 REGISTRATION OPEN: Live In-Person LPA Basic Training keith.jennings Tue, 02/17/2026 - 12:28 MoDOT is offering two, live in-person LPA Basic Trainings.  Upon completion of this training, you will be added to the LPA Basic Training Roster and could be designated as a “Person in Responsible Charge” of a project.    Training details and registration links are found below:   Southwest District Training Title:  In-Person LPA Basic Training Day:  April 23, 2026 Times:  8:30am-3:30pm  Location:  Southwest District Office, SW Conference Room 2 & 3, 3025 East Kearney St., Springfield, MO 65803 Registration is limited so register soon. External Partners click here to register To create an account, click "Click Here" in the phrase "If you are NOT a MoDOT employee and have not yet created a Guest User Account, Click Here." at the bottom of the MoDOT U homepage.  When creating an account make sure to add your Agency (City, County, Consultant name) in the Organization field. MoDOT Staff click here to register     Central District Training Title:  In-Person LPA Basic Training Day:  May 20, 2026 Times:  8:30am-3:30pm  Location:  Central Office Lab, Conference Rooms 201 E/201W, 1617 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, MO 65109 Registration is limited so register soon. External Partners click here to register To create an account, click "Click Here" in the phrase "If you are NOT a MoDOT employee and have not yet created a Guest User Account, Click Here." at the bottom of the MoDOT U homepage.  When creating an account make sure to add your Agency (City, County, Consultant name) in the Organization field. MoDOT Staff click here to register Published On Tue, 02/17/2026 - 12:34 https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/catch-keep-trout-season-opens-march-1-0 300121 at https://dnr.mo.gov Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:33:26 +0000 Catch-and-keep trout season opens March 1 Karen Kremer Tue, 02/17/2026 - 11:33 Release Date Tuesday, February 17, 2026 JEFFERSON CITY, MO, FEB. 17, 2026 – Every March 1, hundreds of die-hard anglers line the banks at one of Missouri’s trout parks for opening day of catch-and-keep trout season. In past years, anglers have faced frigid winter temperatures, snow, sleet and ice, as well as sunshine and springlike weather, all in the attempt to catch an elusive lunker trout. This Missouri tradition creates lasting memories, along with some of the biggest fish stories you’ve ever heard!This year, Sunday, March 1, at 6:30 a.m. marks the opening of the season that runs through Oct. 31. To participate, Missouri residents ages 16 to 64 and nonresidents 16 and older are required to purchase a fishing permit. In addition to a fishing permit, trout anglers must also purchase a daily trout tag. Tags can be purchased at the trout parks: Roaring River State Park near Cassville, Bennett Spring State Park near Lebanon and Montauk State Park near Salem.A daily trout tag at the three state parks costs $5 for adults and $3 for youth 15 years and younger. Daily fishing permits are $9. The daily limit is four trout, and the possession limit is eight. For more information on fishing at trout parks, visit mdc.mo.gov/fishing/species/trout/trout-parks. Anglers are encouraged to purchase their fishing permits ahead of time from any of numerous vendors throughout Missouri, online at mdc-web.s3licensing.com/ or through the Missouri Department of Conservation’s free MO Fishing mobile app.Stores at the trout parks also will be open for purchasing trout tags:Montauk State Park:Friday, Feb. 27 Store - 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.Restaurant - 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 28Store - 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. (new this year)Restaurant – 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.Sunday, March 1Store - 5 a.m. - 9 p.mRestaurant - 7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.Bennett Spring State Park:Friday, Feb. 27 Store - 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.Restaurant - closedSaturday, Feb. 28 mStore - 9 a.m. – remains open all nightRestaurant – noon to 9 p.m.Sunday, March 1 Store - Closing at 9 p.m.Restaurant - 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.Roaring River State Park:Friday, Feb. 27Store – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.Restaurant – 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 28 Store – 8 a.m.– remains open all nightRestaurant – 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.Sunday, March 1 Store - Closing at 8 p.m.Restaurant. – 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. The parks’ campgrounds, lodging units and restaurants will be busy. Visitors should be prepared with their own water and snacks, and dress appropriately for the weather.Opening day photos and trout tag sales information from all three state trout parks will be available on the trout season opening day webpage. Anglers can share their photos from opening day through social media by tagging @MoStateParks or using #MOTrout on Facebook, X and Instagram.Trout season in Missouri is a cooperative effort of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Division of State Parks managing the state parks and the Missouri Department of Conservation operating the hatcheries and stockng the streams with trout.To help prevent the spread of the invasive alga didymo or “rock snot,” the use of shoes, boots or waders with porous soles of felt, matted or woven fibrous material is prohibited at all trout parks, trout streams, Lake Taneycomo and buffer areas.For more information on trout season opening, visit mostateparks.com or call Roaring River State Park at 417-847-2539, Bennett Spring State Park at 417-532-4338 or Montauk State Park at 573-548-2201.    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://dci.mo.gov/node/2486 2486 at https://dci.mo.gov Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:46:56 +0000 Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance encourages consumers to plan ahead, consider earthquake insurance as coverage availability increases statewide katherine.rodriguez Tue, 02/17/2026 - 09:46 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – February is Earthquake Awareness Month, and the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) is encouraging Missourians to review their preparedness plans, including insurance, as more earthquake coverage options are becoming available across the state.DCI’s latest earthquake survey shows a growing number of insurance companies are offering earthquake coverage in Missouri, including in communities near the New Madrid Seismic Zone (NMSZ), one of the highest-risk seismic areas in the central U.S.“It’s not something we like to think about, but Missouri has a significant risk for another major earthquake. Being prepared means having a plan for how you will recover when the next one occurs – not just hoping one won’t happen,” DCI Director Angela Nelson said. “Insurance is critical to the recovery process, and this year’s survey shows meaningful progress in earthquake coverage availability, giving Missourians more options to consider as they review their preparedness plans.”Standard homeowners and renters insurance policies do not cover earthquake damage. Coverage must be added through an endorsement or purchased as a separate policy, and availability and cost can vary by location.DCI’s annual earthquake survey collects information from insurance companies about their average premiums in five Missouri regions – St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia, Kansas City and Caruthersville. Overall, the 2025 survey shows that coverage availability is improving for consumers who want to consider purchasing earthquake insurance, including in higher-risk areas:More companies writing new business statewide: The percentage of insurers reporting they are writing new earthquake insurance policies in Missouri increased from 32% in 2024 to 37% in 2025. Improved access in the New Madrid region: Among companies actively writing earthquake insurance, the percentage of companies that do not offer coverage in the New Madrid area dropped from 19% in 2024 to 14% in 2025.New market participation: Three insurers that reported not writing earthquake insurance anywhere in Missouri in 2024 reported actively offering new policies in 2025. Only one insurer reported exiting the market.In DCI’s latest residential earthquake coverage report, insurers also report offering more flexible options, with about 85% of the market now offering deductibles of less than 10% of the property’s value.Despite increasing availability, coverage levels among Missouri homeowners remain low. In the seven-county New Madrid region, the percentage of residences with earthquake insurance declined from 18.3% in 2015 to 10.4% in 2024. Statewide, fewer than 20% of residences in 101 of Missouri’s 115 counties have earthquake coverage.“Insurance is not about predicting when or if an earthquake will happen. It’s about being prepared when it does,” Director Nelson said. “Earthquake Awareness Month is a good reminder for Missourians to take a fresh look at their coverage, ask questions and understand the options now available to them.”Missourians with insurance questions or concerns are encouraged to call DCI’s Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 or visit insurance.mo.gov/consumers for more information and resources.DCI is charged with protecting Missouri consumers through oversight of the insurance industry, banks, credit unions, utilities and various professional licensees operating in the state. For more information about the department, please visit our website at dci.mo.gov. Published Date Tue, 02/17/2026 - 10:00 https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-five-gubernatorial-appointments-1 15991 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:31:19 +0000 Governor Kehoe Announces Five Gubernatorial Appointments Madelyn.Warren… Fri, 02/13/2026 - 15:31 February 13, 2026 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced five gubernatorial appointments to various boards and commissions.Brian Eyestone, of St. Louis, was appointed to the Credit Union Commission.Mr. Eyestone is the longtime president and CEO of Members 1st Credit Union in St. Louis. He previously served as chair of the Missouri Credit Union Association and is currently a member of America's Credit Unions' Small Union Committee. He holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Illinois State University.Michael Flagg, of Columbia, was appointed to the Credit Union Commission.Mr. Flagg currently serves as vice president of strategic isotope development and distribution at AZIsotopes, and previously worked as director of strategic relationships for BWXT Medical Ltd. He also previously served as the hazardous materials manager for Missouri Task Force One. Flagg earned a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology and a bachelor's degree in history from the University of Missouri-Columbia.Fred Kostecki, of St. Louis, was reappointed to the Missouri State Board of Accountancy.Mr. Kostecki currently serves as the managing partner of RubinBrown LLP in St. Louis and previously held the role of partner and chairman of RubinBrown's Assurance Services Group. He previously served as a board member and North American regional chair of Baker Tilly International. He currently serves on the board for the Missouri Baptist Medical Center. Kostecki earned a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.Jason Napuli, DC, of Wildwood, was appointed to the Missouri State Board of Chiropractic Examiners.Dr. Napuli is the chief of chiropractic and complementary and integrative health at the VA St. Louis Health Care System, where he also directs the Chiropractic Integrated Practice Residency Program. He also serves as a major in the United States Air Force Medical Services Corps. He holds an adjunct faculty appointment at Logan University. Napuli holds a Doctor of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College, a Master of Business Administration from Binghampton University, and a bachelor's degree in psychology from Brooklyn College.Jenna Sweeney, of Nixa, was appointed to the Credit Union Commission.Ms. Sweeney currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer of TelComm Credit Union in Springfield. She previously worked as the vice president at Ozark Bank. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to civic engagement as co-founder of 100 Fold of Christian County. Sweeney holds a Master of Business Administration and a bachelor's degree from Western Governors University.### https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-three-judicial-appointments 15986 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:35:11 +0000 Governor Kehoe Announces Three Judicial Appointments Madelyn.Warren… Fri, 02/13/2026 - 11:35 February 13, 2026 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced three judicial appointments to the 16th and 22nd Judicial Circuits.Michelle Cocayne, of Kansas City, was appointed as Circuit Judge in the 16thJudicial Circuit.Ms. Cocayne is an attorney at the Law Office of Joe Ramboldt, LLC, and previously practiced at Turney LG, LLC. Prior to entering private practice, she served as an assistant prosecutor for Clay County. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Religious Studies from Bradley University and earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law. Cocayne will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge J. Dale Youngs.Catherine Dierker, of St. Louis, was appointed as Circuit Judge in the 22nd Judicial Circuit.Ms. Dierker currently serves as an associate circuit judge in the 22nd Judicial Circuit. Before her appointment, she worked as a criminal prosecutor for the Missouri Attorney General's Office and the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from George Washington University, a Master of Arts in Anglo-Irish Literature and Drama from University College Dublin, and her Juris Doctor from Washington University School of Law in St. Louis. Dierker will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge David C. Mason. Karma Johnson, of St. Louis, was appointed as Associate Circuit Judge in the 22nd Judicial Circuit.Ms. Johnson is currently the owner of the Law Office of Karma Q. Edwards, Esq., and a municipal judge for the City of St. Louis. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Missouri – St. Louis and her Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri School of Law. Johnson will fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Judge Patrick E. Richmond to the circuit bench. ### https://newsroom.house.mo.gov/news/2423 https://newsroom.house.mo.gov/?p=2423 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:11:37 +0000 House Democrats spoke with reporters and fielded their questions about work on the next state budget and other issues from this week in the legislature.