/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:35:13 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/85698 85698 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:00:02 +0000 U.S. Route 50, multiple ramps in Jefferson City to close April 10-12 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 16:00 No-longer-used trilevel bridge to be demolished JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – U.S. Route 50 and several ramps in Jefferson City are set to close in mid-April for the demolition of a no-longer-used bridge. Detours will be in place, and motorists are advised to plan extra time as backups are anticipated. From 9 p.m. on April 10, 2026, to 9 p.m. on April 12, 2026, construction crews working with the Missouri Department of Transportation plan to demolish and remove the trilevel bridge over U.S. Route 50 that is no longer in use. Since closing in 1991, this bridge has deteriorated, and there are concerns about potential debris. It makes more sense economically to remove it than to spend funds repairing and maintaining it. For the safety of the traveling public and construction workers, U.S. Route 50 and multiple ramps at the trilevel will be closed throughout the demolition. All ramps will be closed, except the ramp from westbound U.S. Route 54 to westbound U.S. Route 50. All work is weather-permitting and subject to change.  MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones.   For more information about MoDOT projects, traffic updates, or other transportation-related matters, please visit our Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/ or call our 24-hour Customer Service Center at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636). 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 Thu, 03/26/2026 - 10:55 Links to related information Project Page Attachments Location Graphic CD Customer Service Central District Email: CDCR@modot.mo.govPhone: 573-522-5178 https://www.modot.org/node/85697 85697 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:10:02 +0000 Upcoming Planned Roadwork for Northeast Missouri, March 30 - April 10, 2026 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 15:10 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. Macon County Route F – April 6, CLOSED for asphalt pavement repairs from Route J to Eureka Place between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Route F – April 7 – 8 & 10, CLOSED for asphalt pavement repairs from Eureka Place to Missouri Route 149 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. Marion County U.S. Route 61 (Northbound) – April 7 – 10, LANE RESTRICTION for core drilling operations from Huckleberry Drive to Route MM between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. Missouri Route 168 – April 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route C to Breckenridge Avenue in Palmyra between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route K – April 6 – 9, CLOSED for patching operations from U.S. Route 36 to Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. Route CC – April 10, CLOSED for patching operations from Route K to Route Z between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Montgomery County I-70 North Outer Road – April 6 – 8, CLOSED for patching operations from Route F at High Hill to the Warren County line, east of Jonesburg, between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily. Route V – April 9 – 10, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 161 to Route E between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. 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 5th at 4:00 p.m. However, the bridge will be open to traffic beginning at 12:00 p.m. Friday, May 22nd until 7:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 26th for the Memorial Day weekend. Scotland County Route N – April 7, CLOSED for asphalt pavement repairs from Route K to Route H between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Route Z – April 6, CLOSED for patching operations from the Iowa state line to Route H between 8:00 a.m. to 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 Thu, 03/26/2026 - 10:04 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/85696 85696 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000 Route B in Pemiscot County Reduced for Edge Rut Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 14:00 SIKESTON – Route B in Pemiscot County will be reduced to one with a 10-foot width restriction lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform edge rut repairs.     This section of roadway is located from Route 412 to Route A.   Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, March 30 through Thursday, April 2 from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.    The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.    ###  facebook.com/MoDOTSoutheast  twitter.com/MoDOTSoutheast  youtube.com/MoDOTSoutheast  Districts Involved Southeast Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 08:51 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/85695 85695 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:20:01 +0000 Lane & ramp closures along I-29 in Clay & Platte Counties for guardrail operations, NOW - April 18 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 13:20 CLAY AND PLATTE COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing guardrail replacement resulting in various traffic modifications, on Interstate 29 from just south of Mexico City Ave. to U.S. 69. This project will take place over the winter months and motorists may experience delays through April 18. Traffic impacts will be shared as work is scheduled. Lane closures may vary between nights. All work is weather permitting. The following locations will experience intermittent lane and ramp closures NOW – April 18, Mon. – Sat. Overnight intermittent ramp closures for guardrail replacement on NB/SB I-29 7:00 PM until 6:30 AM: SB I-29 to NW. Barry Rd. ramp CLOSED, Fri., Apr. 3 EB US-152 to SB I-29 ramp CLOSED, Sat., Apr. 4 NW Prairie View Rd. to SB I-29 CLOSED, Tues., Apr. 7 to Fri., Apr. 10 SB I-29 to NW Gateway Ave/Riverside, Mon., Apr. 13 to Wed., Apr. 15 NB I-635 to SB I-29, multi-lane closure, Thurs., Apr. 16 Overnight intermittent lane closures for guardrail replacement on NB I-29 7:00 PM until 6:30 AM: SB/NB I-29 from Mexico City Ave. to NE 112th St., Wed., Apr. 1 to Thurs., Apr. 2 SB I-29 from NW Barry Rd. to US-169, Fri., Mar. 27 to Sat., Apr. 18 Overnight intermittent lane closures for pavement repair on SB I-29 7:00 PM until 6:30 AM: Lane closure Fri., Mar. 27 SB I-29 lane closures beginning Mon., Mar. 30 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 workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 08:17 Macy Melton Communications Specialist Kansas City District Phone: (816) 789 - 9891Email: macy.melton@modot.mo.gov https://www.modot.org/node/85694 85694 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:30:01 +0000 REVISED: Pilot car operation on MO 2 in Harrisonville for resurfacing April 13- June 6 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 12:30 Between Independence Street and MO ZZ REVISED: CASS COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct a pilot car operation on eastbound and westbound MO 2 between Independence Street and MO ZZ in Harrisonville for resurfacing beginning on approx. Monday, April 13 (revised from April 6) at 6 a.m. until Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. This is not a complete closure, but motorist might 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 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. Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 07:23 Katie Majors Senior Communications Specialist Kansas City District Email: katelynn.majors@modot.mo.govPhone: (816) 607-2027 https://www.modot.org/node/85693 85693 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:13:26 +0000 NEW Statewide Section 106 Programmatic Agreement keith.jennings Thu, 03/26/2026 - 12:13 MoDOT Historic Preservation has updated and executed the Statewide Section 106 Programmatic Agreement (PA). This Agreement delegates the authority to make determinations under Section 106 to MoDOT from FHWA. The Agreement also allows for certain project types to go through the Section 106 process with limited review as they are unlikely to affect historic properties.    Major changes to the PA are listed below but is not all inclusive, a more details summary is linked here as well as the PA linked here.   All historic preservation work needs to have direct, in-field supervision by SOI qualified individuals for the resource being considered moving forward.  Categories Excluded have been removed from the body of the PA and added to Appendices; activities listed under Categories Excluded have changed.  Projects that have undergone review under the previous PA will retain their clearance unless the project changes. Any project changes require a new assessment under the current PA and can go from cleared to pending if that activity is no longer covered. The buffer surrounding encountered human remains has increased. The timeline for notification of the tribes has decreased. There are new meeting and report requirements for MoDOT, FHWA and tribes. Reports sent to tribes will get 30-day review period, regardless of when the SHPO letter is received. Tribal and SHPO review will occur concurrently. Any Tribal comment on the reports will need to be addressed and will reset the 30-day review period.  Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 12:13 https://ltgov.mo.gov/lieutenant-governor-david-wasinger-calls-for-nominations-to-the-missouri-veterans-hall-of-fame/ https://ltgov.mo.gov/?p=5554 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:44:32 +0000 David Wasinger Lieutenant Governor | State of Missouri FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2026 Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger calls for nominations to the Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame  JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger is calling on citizens across the state to help recognize veterans who have continued to serve their communities […] https://www.modot.org/node/85692 85692 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:50:02 +0000 NB I-55 in New Madrid County Reduced for Pavement Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:50 SIKESTON—Northbound Interstate 55 in New Madrid County will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction as construction crews perform pavement repairs.   Work will take place from Mile Marker 52 to Mile Marker 52.2.   Weather permitting, work take place Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.   The work zones will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.     ###  facebook.com/MoDOTSoutheast  twitter.com/MoDOTSoutheast  youtube.com/MoDOTSoutheast  Districts Involved Southeast Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:40 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://dci.mo.gov/node/2551 2551 at https://dci.mo.gov Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:40:25 +0000 State board revokes licenses of Butler County embalmer and funeral director katy.linnenbrink Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:40 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors has revoked the licenses of Andrew Trammel Moore, funeral director license number 2001012178 and embalmer license number 2002003610. This action was taken due to violations of Sections 333.330 and 193.145 RSMo, as Moore provided false statements on a death certificate related to final disposition for one individual and failed to file a death certificate for another individual. Moore’s conduct caused harm to the family members of the deceased individuals in Butler County. The revocation of these licenses means Moore can no longer represent himself as an embalmer or funeral director or perform functions that require an embalmer or funeral director license.The State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors is the state agency that regulates the funeral profession in Missouri. In addition, the board issues individual and entity licenses within the funeral profession, sets policy regarding the practice within the profession, investigates complaints concerning individuals and entities, and takes disciplinary action against funeral profession licensees when appropriate. Published Date Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:30 https://dci.mo.gov/node/2546 2546 at https://dci.mo.gov Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:32:45 +0000 State board revokes licenses of Jefferson County embalmer and funeral director katy.linnenbrink Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:32 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors has revoked the licenses of Robert E. Schaefer, funeral director license number 005566 and embalmer license number 007091. This action was taken due to violations of Sections 333.330 and 193.145 RSMo, as Schaefer failed to complete a death certificate accurately and in a timely manner for one deceased individual. The board also found Schafer was grossly negligent when he failed to maintain a deceased individual in a secure manner, failed to maintain his funeral establishment in a secure and sanitary manner, and failed to maintain required records for deceased individuals in his care. In addition to his failure to safeguard the deceased individual in his care, Schaefer’s conduct also jeopardized the public welfare. His failure to follow professional requirements violated the trust and confidence in him as a licensed professional while operating in Jefferson County.The revocation of these licenses means Schaefer can no longer represent himself as an embalmer or funeral director or perform functions that require an embalmer or funeral director license.The State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors is the state agency that regulates the funeral profession in Missouri. In addition, the board issues individual and entity licenses within the funeral profession, sets policy regarding the practice within the profession, investigates complaints concerning individuals and entities, and takes disciplinary action against funeral profession licensees when appropriate. Published Date Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:30 https://www.modot.org/node/85690 85690 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:30:02 +0000 MoDOT public meeting for Harrison County U.S. Route 69 bridge replacement project, April 9 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:30 Project U.S. Route 69 Bridge Replacement in Harrison County ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation will host a public meeting in Eagleville on Thursday, April 9, to discuss a bridge replacement project on the Harrison County U.S. Route 69 bridge over Zadie Branch, north of Eagleville, at the Iowa state line. The meeting will be held at the Eagleville Community Center (10028 10th St., Eagleville, MO 64442). Attendees are welcome to come any time between 4-6 p.m. No formal presentation will be made. The meeting will allow the public to share their thoughts and concerns about the project and to provide comments, either directly to the engineers or through a comment form. If you are unable to attend the open house meeting, two other opportunities for public comment are available through Thursday, April 23, 2026. View the project webpage: https://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-69-bridge-replacement-harrison-county While there, sign up to receive updates about this project via email and/or leave comments. Mail your comments to:             U.S. Route 69 bridge replacement in Harrison CountyMissouri Department of Transportation3602 North Belt HighwaySt. Joseph, MO 64506 All comments must be postmarked by Thursday, April 23, 2026. MoDOT is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation or translation services, please contact Northwest District Communications at 816-901-4529 by Friday, April 3. Facebook | X | Instagram ### Project Webpage U.S. Routhttps://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-69-bridge-replacement-harrison-countye 69 Bridge Replacement in Harrison County | Missouri Department of Transportation Districts Involved Northwest Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:29 NW Customer Service Northwest District Email: nwcr@modot.mo.govPhone: 816-901-4529 https://www.modot.org/node/85691 85691 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:30:02 +0000 U.S. Route 63 in Howell County Reduced for Pavement Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:30 SIKESTON—Route 63 in Howell County will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction as construction crews perform pavement repairs.   Work will take place from Gibson Avenue to McFarland Drive in West Plains, Missouri.   Weather permitting, work take place Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.   The work zones will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.     ###  facebook.com/MoDOTSoutheast  twitter.com/MoDOTSoutheast  youtube.com/MoDOTSoutheast  Districts Involved Southeast Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:22 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://www.modot.org/node/85689 85689 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:10:02 +0000 NB I-55 in Scott County Reduced for Concrete Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:10 SIKESTON—Northbound Interstate 55 in Scott County will be reduced to one lane with a 15-foot width restriction as contractor crews perform concrete repairs.   This section of roadway is located from mile marker 87.2 to mile marker 87.3.    Weather permitting, work will take place Friday, April 10 through Friday, April 17 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.   The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.  For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.                                                                                                                 ###  facebook.com/MoDOTSoutheast  twitter.com/MoDOTSoutheast  youtube.com/MoDOTSoutheast  Districts Involved Southeast Published On Thu, 03/26/2026 - 04:01 SE Customer Service Southeast District Email: SECRRep@modot.mo.gov Phone: (573) 472-5333 https://ltgov.mo.gov/lt-governor-david-wasinger-joins-u-s-department-of-education-to-highlight-civic-education-and-missouris-rich-history/ https://ltgov.mo.gov/?p=5546 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:38:27 +0000 David Wasinger Lieutenant Governor | State of Missouri FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2026 Lt. Governor David Wasinger Joins U.S. Department of Education to Highlight Civic Education and Missouri’s Rich History JEFFERSON CITY, MO – This week, Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger joined officials from the U.S. Department of Education and state education leaders to emphasize […] https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/department-natural-resources-awards-50000-grant-mountain-grove 302206 at https://dnr.mo.gov Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:37:52 +0000 Department of Natural Resources awards $50,000 grant to Mountain Grove Karen Kremer Wed, 03/25/2026 - 15:37 Release Date Thursday, March 26, 2026 City will evaluate wastewater system improvementsJEFFERSON CITY, MO, MARCH 25, 2026 – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded a $50,000 Clean Water Engineering Report Grant to the city of Mountain Grove to evaluate its wastewater system.Through its Clean Water Engineering Report Grant program, the department offers funding to qualified small communities to help with evaluating public wastewater system improvements. The city will use the grant to identify wastewater system improvements needed to continue reliable service to the area and to reduce stormwater inflow and infiltration into sewer collection pipes. The city should complete its facility plan in November 2027.“Improving our water infrastructure is essential for building safe and healthy Missouri communities,” said Kurt Schaefer, director of the Department of Natural Resources.Wastewater systems are essential infrastructure that support every community’s health and economic vitality. Through this grant, qualified communities like Mountain Grove can thoroughly assess their wastewater systems and identify improvements for better efficiency, effectiveness and service. During the assessment, communities can determine what actions are needed to address current needs and also plan for future growth and development.The department is committed to assisting Missouri communities with water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects. Through its Financial Assistance Center, the department provides funding opportunities for qualified communities with water quality, wastewater and drinking water infrastructure needs. This project will be funded wholly or in part with monies received from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.For more information on wastewater and drinking water funding opportunities, visit dnr.mo.gov/water/what-were-doing/state-revolving-fund-srf. 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