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Route 142 in Butler County closed for culvert replacement on February 3

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 31, 2025

Route 142 in Butler County, Missouri, will undergo a temporary closure due to culvert replacement work by the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT).

Ramp closure scheduled for guardrail repair in Greene County

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 31, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced a temporary closure for repairs in Greene County.

Missouri considers reducing personal injury claim filing period from five years to two

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 31, 2025

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is advocating for changes to the state's statute of limitations on personal injury claims.

Lane closures on E. 6th Street in Jackson County for permit work

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 31, 2025

Permit work for utility operations will necessitate various lane closures on E. 6th Street in Jackson County, Missouri.

Missouri House reviews bills aimed at addressing state's energy demand

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 31, 2025

A pair of bills introduced in the Missouri House aim to ensure the state can meet its growing energy demands, which are partly driven by the onshoring of large manufacturing facilities and increased internet usage.

Missouri Chamber backs bill easing criminal record expungement

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 31, 2025

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has expressed its support for legislative efforts aimed at reducing recidivism by simplifying the process of expunging criminal records.

Bridge work closes Route K in Newton County on February 3

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

Route K in Newton County will be closed on February 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for railroad bridge work conducted by BNSF crews.

Bridge replacement closes Route E in New Madrid County from Feb. 17 to May 18

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

Route E in New Madrid County, Missouri, will be closed to traffic as contractor crews work on replacing the bridge over Otter Slough.

Hawley discusses key social issues with HHS nominee RFK

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

In a recent hearing, Senator Josh Hawley engaged with Department of Health and Human Services nominee Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., on several significant social issues.

Public hearings set for Improve I-70 project between Warrenton and Wentzville

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced public hearings for the Improve I-70 project, which will extend from Warrenton to Wentzville.

Hawley opens hotline for Missourians after DCA plane crash

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

Last night, a flight from Wichita, Kansas, crashed into the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri is closely following the situation and has issued statements regarding the incident.

Missouri Department of Transportation announces ramp closure for repairs near St. Joseph

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

Crews from the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) are set to close the ramp and bridge connecting I-229 southbound to I-29 northbound, located south of St. Joseph, on Wednesday, February 5.

I-35 lane closures in Clay County set for mid-February

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

Permit work for utility operations will lead to lane closures on both northbound and southbound I-35 in Clay County.

Chariton County Route D bridge replacement delayed until February

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

The Chariton County Route D bridge over Mussel Fork Creek in Missouri, initially scheduled to close on February 3, will now commence its replacement project on February 17.

Hawley secures commitment from Patel on addressing alleged FBI abuses

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has secured a commitment from Kash Patel, the nominee for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director, to address concerns about alleged abuses during President Biden's administration.

MoDOT KC announces public meeting on culvert replacement in Platte County

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 30, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation Kansas City (MoDOT KC) is organizing a public meeting to discuss the upcoming culvert replacement operations on Missouri Route H and Route E in Platte County.

Hawley pushes new legislation following Trump's executive order on child protection

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has reintroduced the Protecting Our Kids from Child Abuse Act, a legislative effort aimed at allowing individuals who underwent gender-transition procedures as minors to file lawsuits against those involved in these...

Hawley proposes bill to separate US AI development from China

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced new legislation aimed at severing the ties between American artificial intelligence (AI) development and China.

Route 25 in Stoddard County set for pavement repairs on February 3

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 29, 2025

Route 25 in Stoddard County, Missouri, will undergo a temporary reduction as the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) conducts pavement repairs.