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Missouri awards contracts for Southeast District infrastructure projects

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 5, 2025

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission has awarded several contracts for projects in the Southeast District.

2025: Measles cases in Missouri up as of week ending Feb. 1

By P. T. Askew | Feb 4, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Missouri for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Jan. 25.

Super Bowl menu sees mixed pricing trends amid economic challenges

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 4, 2025

Super Bowl Sunday is recognized as a significant food event in the United States, second only to Thanksgiving.

Boone County interchange improvement project set to begin soon

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 4, 2025

A project aimed at improving the interchange at Boone County Route AC (Grindstone Parkway) and U.S. Route 63 in Columbia has been awarded and is set to commence soon, according to a recent announcement from Jefferson City, Missouri.

Kansas City announces public meeting for South Loop Project environmental assessment

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 4, 2025

The City of Kansas City, Missouri, has announced a public meeting to discuss the Environmental Assessment for the South Loop Project.

Greater St. Louis CEO criticizes aldermen's inaction on Rams settlement funds

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 4, 2025

Greater St. Louis, Inc. Interim CEO Dustin Allison has expressed disappointment following a Board of Aldermen meeting in St. Louis concerning the allocation of funds from the Rams settlement.

Missouri's Route B in Butler County reduced for shoulder maintenance

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 4, 2025

Route B in Butler County will be reduced to a single lane due to shoulder work conducted by the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT).

Hawley and Sanders propose bill to cap credit card interest rates

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 4, 2025

U.S. Senators Josh Hawley and Bernie Sanders have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at capping credit card interest rates at ten percent for five years.

Missouri announces awards for Regional Bridge Program in FFY 2026

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 4, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced the award of projects under the Regional Bridge Program for federal fiscal year 2026.

Work zone sign packages available for Missouri local agencies

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 4, 2025

Missouri LTAP and the Safety Circuit Rider Program have secured a State Transportation Innovation Council (STIC) Incentive grant to enhance work zone safety in Missouri.

U.S. Route 36 pavement repairs postponed until spring

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 3, 2025

Pavement repairs on U.S. Route 36 in Livingston County, initially scheduled to commence on February 4, have been delayed until spring.

Culvert replacement closes Route Y in Wright County temporarily

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 3, 2025

Route Y in Wright County, Missouri, will undergo a temporary closure due to culvert replacement work by the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT).

NFIB Missouri discusses optimism index rise with KMOX

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 3, 2025

In a recent discussion on KMOX's Total Information with Megan Lynch, NFIB State Director Brad Jones shared insights from the latest Small Business Economic Trends (SBET) report.

Traffic adjustments announced for northbound U.S. Route 63 in Columbia

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 3, 2025

In Jefferson City, Missouri, adjustments are planned for northbound U.S. Route 63 to enhance traffic flow.

Researchers reveal structure of key protein linked to heart disease

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 3, 2025

Low-density lipoproteins (LDL), often referred to as bad cholesterol, have been identified as a significant factor in heart disease.

MoDOT announces lane reduction on Route 21 for repairs

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 3, 2025

Route 21 in Iron County, Missouri, will undergo a reduction to one lane with an 8-foot width restriction as contractor crews work on curve widening, shoulder, and drainage repairs.

Route D lane reduced for bridge maintenance in New Madrid County

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 3, 2025

Route D in New Madrid County will experience a lane reduction due to bridge maintenance conducted by the Missouri Department of Transportation.

MoDOT schedules public meeting for Route 67 safety improvements

By Show-Me State Times | Feb 3, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is set to conduct a public meeting to discuss proposed safety improvements for Route 67 in West Alton, St. Charles County.