MO.gov News Feed /news-rss MO.gov News Feed Fri, 10 May 2024 20:53:24 +0000 en-us Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, May 13-19 https://www.modot.org/node/46786 46786 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 15:30:01 +0000 Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, May 13-19 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 15:30 St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of May 13-19. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.   Andrew County Route RA – Resurfacing project from County Road 462 to County Road 405, May 13. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.). Atchison County Route 46 – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Little Tarkio Creek east of Fairfax, through mid-June 2024. (Contractor: North Central Bridge, LLC) https://www.modot.org/missouri-route-111-missouri-route-46-and-route-yy-bridge-replacement-atchison-and-gentry. U.S. Route 136 – Pavement repairs from Route O to Route N, May 13-15. Buchanan County U.S. Route 169 – Resurfacing project from Route FF in Buchanan County to the Clinton/Clay County line through August 2024 (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons). Route AC – Intersection and ADA improvements at Messanie Street through May 15, 2024 (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.). Loop 29 (Pear Street) - Drainage work from U.S. 169 (Belt Highway) to Easton Road, through mid-June. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.). Caldwell County Route 13 – CLOSED from Far West Drive to Kingston for a resurfacing project from the south city limits of Hamilton to just north of Route HH in Kingston through mid-June. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.) https://www.modot.org/13-pavement-resurfacing-caldwell-and-daviess. Route 13 – Pavement repairs from Mill Creek Drive in Hamilton to Route P, May 13-17 (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.). Carroll County Route D – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route W to County Road 220, May 13, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Route 41 – Resurfacing project from U.S. Route 24 near De Witt to the Missouri River, May 11-13. The road will be narrowed to one lane, with flaggers directing motorists through the work zone and a 10-foot width restriction. (Contractor: Capital Paving and Construction, LLC). Chariton County Route HH – CLOSED at the Bee Creek Bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project through mid-July. (Contractor: Capital Paving and Construction, LLC) https://www.modot.org/northwest-missouri-design-build-bridge-bundle. Route WW – CLOSED at the Old Channel Chariton River Bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project through August. (Contractor: Capital Paving and Construction, LLC) https://www.modot.org/northwest-missouri-design-build-bridge-bundle. Route C – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Saint Joseph Avenue to Siloam Avenue, May 13-14, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Route C – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Siloam Avenue to Route F, May 15-16, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Clinton County Route H – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project from NE Estep Road to U.S. Route 69 through November 2024. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.) https://www.modot.org/route-h-bridge-replacement-clinton. U.S. Route 169 – Resurfacing project from the Clinton/Clay County line to Route FF in Buchanan County through August 2024. (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons). DeKalb County U.S. Route 36 – On/Off RAMPS CLOSED intermittently for pavement repairs at the intersection of U.S. Route 69, May 11, 7 a.m. to noon. Grundy County I-35 – Seal coat project from Route N to U.S. Route 136 in Bethany through June. (Contractor: Vance Brothers, Inc.). Harrison County I-35 – Seal coat project north and southbound from Route N to U.S. Route 136 through June. (Contractor: Vance Brothers, Inc.). Holt County I-29 – Concrete replacement southbound, from mile marker 97.6 to mile marker 96.0, May 13-14. The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock. I-29 – Concrete replacement northbound, from mile marker 84.4 to mile marker 87.0, May 14-15. The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock. I-29 – Concrete replacement northbound, from mile marker 92.0 to mile marker 92.6, May 15-16. The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock. Route N – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route C to Route HH, May 16, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Linn County Route N – CLOSED around-the-clock for pavement repairs from Helm Street to Boston Street, May 13-14. Route DD – Resurfacing project May 13-15. The roadway will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers directing motorists through the work zone. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place (Contractor: Magruder Paving, LLC). Route Y – Resurfacing project May 16-25. The roadway will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers directing motorists through the work zone. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place (Contractor: Magruder Paving, LLC). Livingston County Route D – CLOSED at the Rattlesnake Creek Bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project through mid-August. (Contractor: Capital Paving and Construction, LLC). https://www.modot.org/northwest-missouri-design-build-bridge-bundle. U.S. Route 36 – Resurfacing and pavement improvement project from the Coon Creek Bridge in Chillicothe to the Caldwell County line through June. One lane may be closed in either direction around-the-clock. A 15-foot width restriction will be in place with a 10-foot width restriction under the U.S. Route 65 bridge and the Kansas City Sub railroad bridge in Chillicothe (Contractor: Magruder Paving, LLC). U.S. Route 65 – Concrete replacement from County Road 216 to County Road 202, May 13-17. Route K – Sidewalk improvements on Route K in Chula, May 13-14 (Contractor: BRS Construction, LLC). Route B – Sidewalk improvements on Route B in Wheeling May 15-late June (Contractor: BRS Construction, LLC). Mercer County Route JJ – CLOSED for survey work from Route Y to Route C, May 13-23, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Nodaway County U.S. Route 71 – Resurfacing project northbound from Pumpkin Center to Maryville through early June. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.) Route NN – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Katydid Road to Route EE, May 13-16, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Worth County U.S. Route 169 – Resurfacing and slide repair project from the Iowa State line to just north of Route 46 through early July 2024 (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.).     --- ### Districts Involved Northwest Published On Fri, 05/10/2024 - 10:28 Kansas City area maintenance work for May 13-17 https://www.modot.org/node/46785 46785 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 15:20:01 +0000 Kansas City area maintenance work for May 13-17 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 15:20 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance work throughout the Kansas City region from May 13-17. All work is weather permitting. CLAY COUNTY US Highway 169 southbound ramp to westbound Missouri Highway 152: ramp closed on Tue., May 14, from approximately 10am until 1 pm for signage work. JOHNSON COUNTY Missouri Highway 13 between US Highway 50 and Missouri Highway 7: flagging operation on Mon., May 13 and Tue., May 14, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm, for shoulder work. MO-13 between US-50 and Route CC: flagging operation on Wed., May 15 and Thu., May 16, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm, for shoulder work. PETTIS COUNTY Route B between Ragar Rd. and Quisenberry Rd.: full closure on Tue., May 14, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm, for culvert replacement work. RAY COUNTY Route A at various locations: flagging operations from Mon., 13 until Fri., May 17, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm daily, for patching work. SALINE COUNTY Missouri Route 240: flagging operations for various projects, approximately 7 am until 4 pm each day: Mon., May 13: shoulder work east of Route P Tue., May 14: tube replacement at Primrose Rd. Wed., May 15 – Thu., May 16: shoulder work at Queens Trail Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 05/10/2024 - 10:13 TRAFFIC ALERT: Permit work will require closure on I-435 in Clay County, May 19 https://www.modot.org/node/46784 46784 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 15:20:01 +0000 TRAFFIC ALERT: Permit work will require closure on I-435 in Clay County, May 19 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 15:20 CLAY COUNTY – Permit work requires temporary closures of all lanes on I-435 near the NE Barry Road Bridge Overpass at Mile Marker 49.0 in Kansas City. The Kansas City Police Department will assist with traffic control with temporary rolling stops. Work will begin at approximately 7 a.m. on Sunday, May 19. This closure will last for 15 minutes or less.  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 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 Fri, 05/10/2024 - 10:15 Wehmeyer Drive at Route 94 in Jefferson City to close next week https://www.modot.org/node/46783 46783 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 14:20:01 +0000 Wehmeyer Drive at Route 94 in Jefferson City to close next week Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 14:20 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Construction crews will close Wehmeyer Drive at Route 94 in Jefferson City starting Wednesday, May 15. The roadway will remain closed around-the-clock for up to five days. Motorists will need to use an alternate route for the duration of the closure.   All work is weather-permitting and subject to change.  Wehmeyer Drive is being realigned with the entrance to Hitachi Energy and a left-turn lane is being added to westbound Route 94 to improve traffic safety and mitigate traffic back-ups during peak hours.    This work is part of the larger project that includes adding a third continuous lane of travel to eastbound U.S. Route 54 and adding auxiliary lanes on Route 94. The most up-to-date traffic restrictions and information about the ongoing work along the U.S. Route 54 corridor in Jefferson can be found at www.modot.org/guide-us-route-54-improvement-projects-jefferson-city.  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. Motorists are advised to use extra caution through work zones, obey all traffic signs, and avoid any distractions.    For traffic updates or other transportation-related matters, please call 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit our Traveler Information Map. Information is also available 24/7 via social media. Follow the MoDOT Central Missouri District on social media:  Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram    Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down   ### Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 05/10/2024 - 09:14 Governor Parson to Embark on Trade Mission to Italy to Promote Missouri as Ideal Business Location https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-embark-trade-mission-italy-promote-missouri-ideal-business 12311 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 10 May 2024 13:57:47 +0000 Governor Parson to Embark on Trade Mission to Italy to Promote Missouri as Ideal Business Location johnathan.shiflett Fri, 05/10/2024 - 13:57 May 10, 2024 From May 18 - 25, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson will travel to Italy for an international Trade Mission. Italy is a top source of foreign direct investment and a key trade partner for Missouri, with more than $169 million in exports in 2023. Jefferson City From May 18 - 25, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson will travel to Italy for an international Trade Mission. Italy is a top source of foreign direct investment and a key trade partner for Missouri, with more than $169 million in exports in 2023.Consistent with Governor Parson’s infrastructure and economic development priorities, the goal of the Trade Mission is to build relationships with key international figures to promote Missouri’s strong capacity for trade. Governor Parson will meet with various government officials, diplomats, and business leaders to promote Missouri as a prime destination for business investment and expansion.“Given the importance of international trade to our economy, we're excited to again promote Missouri as an ideal business location,” Governor Parson said. “Italy is home to several leading companies that have already invested in our state while growing and creating jobs for Missourians. We look forward to thanking Italian business leaders for their partnerships while demonstrating to others that our state has what it takes to support their success.”The Trade Mission will include stops in Milan and Rome to meet with companies with an existing presence in Missouri and companies without a presence in the state to encourage future investment. In Milan, Governor Parson will meet with the U.S. Consul General and the U.S. Commercial Services team. Governor Parson will also meet with the U.S. Ambassador in Rome.The $169 million in goods exported to Italy in 2023 show the importance of international trade to the state’s economic success. Among the goods exported, leather, machinery, and chemicals were among those in highest demand.This will be Governor Parson's eighth Trade Mission since becoming Governor.Italy HighlightsGovernor Parson will take part in meetings with executives of several leading companies, including PIVA Group, Leonardo DRS, TAB, Buzzi Unicem, Principe Foods, Serioplast, and Reply - all of which have existing relationships with Missouri.Governor Parson will also participate in discussions with key Italian business organizations, including the Council of Regions in Rome.The Trade Mission is funded by the Hawthorn Foundation, a Missouri nonprofit organization. For updates on the trip, follow @GovMikeParson on Facebook and @GovParsonMO on Twitter. Crawford County Route 19, H, & F bridges over I-44 scheduled for rehabilitation https://www.modot.org/node/46782 46782 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 13:40:01 +0000 Crawford County Route 19, H, & F bridges over I-44 scheduled for rehabilitation Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 13:40 Route F and H bridges to close beginning June 3, 2024 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – A bridge rehabilitation project on Crawford County Routes 19, H, and F over Interstate 44 is set to begin the first week of June. Construction crews plan to close Route F to all traffic on Monday, June 3, and will then close Route H on June 4. A signed detour will be in place for both routes, which are anticipated to be complete in early July. When Route F is completed, Route 19 construction will begin as staged construction: one lane will remain open with temporary signals guiding motorists through the work zone. Route 19 is expected to reopen to two lanes in September 2024. These bridges were all built in 1966. While the supporting structures are in good condition, the driving surface has deteriorated, and the guardrail need updated to current standards. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. For more information, or to sign up for project-specific updates, visit the project’s webpage at https://www.modot.org/missouri-route-19-route-f-and-route-h-bridge-rehabilitation-over-interstate-44-crawford. 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. Motorists are advised to use extra caution through work zones, obey all traffic signs, and avoid any distractions.   For traffic updates or other transportation-related matters, please call 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit our Traveler Information Map. Information is also available 24/7 via social media. Follow the MoDOT Central Missouri District on social media: Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down  ### Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 05/10/2024 - 08:37 Plans to Resurface Parts of Routes 160 & 97 in Three Counties Focus of Virtual Public Meeting https://www.modot.org/node/46781 46781 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 13:30:01 +0000 Plans to Resurface Parts of Routes 160 & 97 in Three Counties Focus of Virtual Public Meeting Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 13:30 Southwest District – The public is invited to a virtual (online) public meeting starting Sunday, May 19, to learn more about plans for resurfacing and improving sections of U.S. Route 160 and Missouri Route 97 in Barton, Dade and Lawrence counties, the Missouri Department of Transportation said. The meeting will be available for two weeks from Sunday, May 19, through Sunday, June 2, and can be accessed at the project webpage here. Beginning the spring of 2025, contractors will resurface three (3) locations along U.S. Route 160 and Missouri Route 97 in Barton, Dade and Lawrence counties. The project includes adding two-foot shoulders and rumble strips on both highways. In addition, the work includes extending a total of 12 culverts on Route 160 between Lockwood and Missouri Route 39, as well as making some repairs and resurfacing the U.S. Route 160/North Fork Spring River bridge north of Golden City. The bridge will remain a one-lane bridge, until 2027 when it is scheduled to be replaced with a new two-lane structure. Those unable to access the online meeting are encouraged to contact MoDOT’s Southwest District Office at 417.895.7600 and accommodations will be made to share the information and gather feedback. The project’s estimated total cost is $10.8 million.   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 Fri, 05/10/2024 - 08:26 MoDOT's Southeast District Markets Exit 99 Property in Jackson, MO https://www.modot.org/node/46780 46780 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 13:20:01 +0000 MoDOT's Southeast District Markets Exit 99 Property in Jackson, MO Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 13:20 Currently Accepting Bids via GovDeals SIKESTON—In an effort to bring in extra funds for roadway and bridge projects, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Southeast District is currently marketing a property through GovDeals. The 3.66-acre property is located off Interstate 55 at Exit 99 on Route 61 in Jackson, Missouri. The property is located at the most eastern city limits of Jackson but is also 1,000+/- feet from Cape Girardeau city limits. “This location provides prime commercial real-estate opportunities with the recent development of new hotels, a gas station and the Cape Girardeau SportsPlex,” said Right of Way Liaison Mendy Sundermeyer. “The Cape Girardeau SportsPlex provides year-round events and attracts many visitors to the area. This location is also the main thoroughfare between the City of Cape Girardeau and the City of Jackson.” A utility easement for an overhead powerline encumbers 0.80 acres of the property. The property is accessible from a state-owned access road. The primary frontage is along Jackson Boulevard/Highway 61, but it's inaccessible from this roadway. The site is currently not zoned but is surrounded by sites that are predominantly zoned C-2, General Commercial District. Electricity, sewer and water are all available for the parcel. Interested buyers must submit their bids through GovDeals for the potential purchase of the property prior to 3:45 p.m. Friday, June 28, at which time the online auction will close. Please visit https://www.govdeals.com/asset/1/21245 for more information or to bid on the property. Bidding starts at $625,000 and must be placed in $5,000 increments. For more information, please contact Sundermeyer at (573) 508-2229 or MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll free at 1-888-ASK MoDOT (275-6636). ###   Districts Involved Southeast Published On Fri, 05/10/2024 - 08:10 Upcoming Planned Roadwork for Northeast Missouri, May 13 - 24 https://www.modot.org/node/46779 46779 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 13:20:01 +0000 Upcoming Planned Roadwork for Northeast Missouri, May 13 - 24 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 13:20 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. Adair County Missouri Route 11 (Northbound) – May 15 – 21, 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. Adair County Missouri Route 11 (Northbound) – May 15 – 21, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Rock Way to Steer Creek Way between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. Route D – May 9 – 14, CLOSED for patching operations from Route O to Missouri Route 149 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. Audrain County Missouri Route 15 – May 16, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from Route D to CR 9824 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. Missouri Route 22 – May 15, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Leach Lane to Switzler Street between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. Knox County Missouri Route 6 – May 7 - 9, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from 0.50 mile before and after the bridge over the North Fork South Fabius River between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Lewis County Route O – May 13 – 14, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 6 to Route V between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. Route O – May 15, CLOSED for seal coat operations from Missouri Route 6 to Route V between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Lincoln County Route D – May 13 - 14 LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route E to Missouri Route 47 between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily. Route D – May 22 – 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Norton Road to Palmer School Road between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Route E – May 13 -15, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from 0.50 mile before and after the bridge over Mill Creek in Silex between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily. Route TT – May 15 – 16, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route D to Mary Joe Road between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily. Macon County U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – May 16, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from 0.50 west of Atlantic Loop to the Macon County line between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. A 14-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. Route J – May 21, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 149 to Ballpark Avenue between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Route UU – May 13 – 17, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from end of state maintenance to Fathom Place between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. Route UU – May 20 – 24, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Fathom Place to U.S. Route 36 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily. Marion County U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – May 13 – 17, LANE RESTRICTION for clean-up following a recent traffic incident beginning 10 feet south of CR 361 to 600 feet south of CR 361 between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. Monroe County Missouri Route 15 – May 15 - 16, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route MM to U.S. Route 24 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Missouri Route 107 – May 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1.0 mile north or Missouri Route 154 to Route U between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Missouri Route 151 – May 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route YY to CR 946 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Missouri Route 151 – May 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 1191 to Route K between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route C – May 17, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from 1.75 miles north of Route AA to CR 962 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. Montgomery County Route K – May 13 – 16 & 20 - 23, CLOSED for core drilling operations from Missouri Route 19 to Route P at Loutre River between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. I-70 (South Outer Road/Tree Farm Road) – May 13 – 16, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Missouri Route 19 to Route F between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Schuyler County U.S. Route 136 (Eastbound) – May 16 - 17, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from the City of Lancaster to Scotland County line between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily. Scotland County Route H – May 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 361 to CR 363 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route BB – May 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Bethal Cemetery Road to CR 811 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route BB – May 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Bethal Cemetery Road to CR 819 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route BB – May 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 553 to CR 804 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route EE – May 13, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to CR 817 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Shelby County Missouri Route 15 – May 13 - 14, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from U.S. Route 36 to Route MM between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Missouri Route 15 – May 21, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from East Beech Street to West Elm Street in Shelbina between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Missouri Route 15 – May 22, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from Route WW to CR 458 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. An 11-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily. U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – May 20, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from CR 471 to Route T between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. U.S. Route 36 (Eastbound) – May 15, LANE RESTRICTION for clean-up following a recent traffic incident 1,600 feet east of Route PP, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.  A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily. Route T – May 20, CLOSED for patching operations from U.S. Route 36 to Missouri Route 168 between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Route W – May 21 – 22, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 168 to the end of state maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Route AA – May 17, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 15 to Route T between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route TT – May 17, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from CR 428 to CR 416 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. Warren County Missouri Route 47 (Overpass) – May 12 - 14, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coat operations from I-70 eastbound to I-70 westbound beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 12th through 6:00 a.m. Monday, May 13th and 7:00 p.m. Monday, May 13th through 6:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 14th. 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 Fri, 05/10/2024 - 08:18 Intersection Improvements will require CLOSURES on U.S. 169 and 188th street, May 28 - July https://www.modot.org/node/46778 46778 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 13:00:01 +0000 Intersection Improvements will require CLOSURES on U.S. 169 and 188th street, May 28 - July Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 13:00 MoDOT will close the intersection at U.S. 169 and 188th St. in all directions   CLAY COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be conducting intersection improvements resulting in the traffic modifications below. All work is weather permitting. MoDOT has closed 188th street to the west of U.S. 169 in Smithville starting at 7 a.m. on Mon., May 6 until July 12. MoDOT will close the intersection at U.S. 169 and 188th St. in all directions starting at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28 until July 12. Detour information: Motorists should follow the signed detour to navigate around the closure. Northbound traffic is directed to take U.S. 169, to MO 92, to Route C, to Route W, and then back to U.S. 169. Southbound traffic is directed to take U.S. 169, to Route W, to Route C, to MO 92, and then back to U.S. 169. For more information visit the project page: www.modot.org/us-169-and-188th-street-improvements Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They 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 Fri, 05/10/2024 - 07:50 Planned Road Work for Mid-Missouri https://www.modot.org/node/46776 46776 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 10 May 2024 12:10:01 +0000 Planned Road Work for Mid-Missouri Visitor (not verified) Fri, 05/10/2024 - 12:10 May 13 - 19, 2024 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work planned in the mid-Missouri area May 13 - 19, 2024. Weather conditions may postpone scheduled work. Many projects will include lane closures which could cause delays.    All Counties  Moving operations such as pothole patching, brush cutting, and pavement repair continue in various locations. Motorists should travel with care and be alert for slow-moving equipment.      Boone County  Sontag Drive – Culvert replacement planned May 13 - 14. All lanes will be CLOSED in multiple locations between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Motorists will need to seek an alternative route.  Missouri Route 763 (College Avenue) – Utility work planned May 14 - 16. One lane will be closed between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Work is being done by Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., under a MoDOT-issued permit.   Missouri Route 124 – Upgrades to pedestrian facilities continue in the city of Hallsville. One lane will remain open in each direction, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.    Route B – Upgrades to pedestrian facilities continue in the city of Hallsville. One lane will remain open in each direction, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.    Missouri Route 163 (Providence Road) – Pavement repairs begin May 6 starting at Route K/Old Plank Road, progressing north to Interstate 70. One lane will be closed between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. The project is scheduled for completion in August 2024.  I-70 – Bridge construction continues for the new Rocheport Bridge near mile marker 115. The project is scheduled for completion in December 2024.        Callaway County  Route B – Pavement repair planned May 13 - 16 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Wehmeyer Drive – Intersection improvements planned May 15-20. All Lanes will be CLOSED around-the-clock. Motorist will need to use an alternate route.  Eastbound U.S. Route 54 – Widening continues on eastbound U.S. Route 54 from the Missouri River Bridge to the U.S. Route 63 interchange. Work is on the left shoulder behind a temporary barrier. A 10-foot width restriction is in place. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Missouri Route 94 – Shoulder work continues from the U.S. Route 54 interchange to Wehmeyer Drive. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Route H – Bridge rehabilitation continues over U.S. Route 54 in Fulton. One lane will remain open and temporary traffic signals are in place to guide motorists through the work zone. A 17-foot width restriction is in place. The project is scheduled for completion in July 2024.  Camden County  Routes O and EE – Pavement repair planned May 13 - 16. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  U.S. Route 54 – Bridge painting continues at the Grand Glaize Arm of Lake of the Ozarks Bridges. Ramp closures are possible from U.S. Route 54 to Osage Beach Parkway.  Message boards will direct motorists to use an alternate route. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.  Cole County  U.S. Route 50 – Bridge maintenance planned May 13 - 15 over Lafayette Street. One lane will remain open in each direction.   U.S. Route 50 – Bridge maintenance planned May 15 - 16 at the Monroe River bridge. One lane will remain open in each direction.   Business U.S. 50 (Missouri Boulevard) – Upgrades to pedestrian facilities continues in the city of Jefferson in multiple locations. One lane will remain open in each direction. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.      Cooper County  Routes K and Z – Pavement repair planned May 13 - 14 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  I-70 – Bridge construction continues for the new Rocheport Bridge near mile marker 115. The project is scheduled for completion in December 2024.        Crawford County  Missouri Route 19 – Pavement repair continues May 13 - 16 from Winn Road to the city limits of Cuba. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route 19 – Shoulder work continues May 13 - 16 from Grand Road to McCormick Road and from the City of Cuba to the Gasconade County line. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route 8 – Shoulder work continues May 13 - 16 from Butts Road to Route Y. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route M – Shoulder work continues May 13 - 16 from Route 8 to Route YY. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route VV – Shoulder work continues May 13 - 16 from Route M to Route 19. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  I-44 – Pavement repair continues from just west of Cuba to the Franklin County line. One lane will remain open. The project, which includes resurfacing, is scheduled for completion in July 2024.  Gasconade County  Route P – Pavement repair planned May 13 - 16 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Routes T and V– Road resurfacing continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2024.   Missouri Route 28 – Road resurfacing continues from Route EE in Owensville to U.S. Route 50. One lane will remain open, and flaggers with a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Work will be conducted during the night from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.   The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.     Laclede County  Route O – Pavement repair planned May 13 - 16 from Route AD to Route Z. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Routes F and BB – Culvert pipe extension continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.          Maries County   Route 133 – Road resurfacing continues from U.S. Route 63 (Osage County) to Missouri Route 17 (Pulaski County). One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.  Route C – Bridge deck replacement continues at the Peavine Creek Bridge. The road is CLOSED to all traffic.  Motorists need to use an alternate route. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2024.       Miller County  Route A – Pavement repair planned May 13 - 16. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.  Moniteau County       Route Y – Pavement repair planned May 14 - 15 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route N – Pavement repair planned May 14 - 16 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route A – Pavement repair planned May 15 - 16 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.    Osage County       U.S. Route 50 – Bridge maintenance planned May 13 – 16 at Maries River bridge. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   Routes K and FF – Roadside work planned May 13 - 16. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   Route D – Pavement repair planned May 13 - 16 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route 133 – Road resurfacing continues from U.S. Route 63 to Route 17 (Pulaski County). One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Routes E and U – Roadside work continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2024.  Route Z – Road resurfacing continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2024.     Phelps County       Routes T and P – Roadside work planned May 13 - 16. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.    Route NN – Pavement repair planned May 13 - 16. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   I-44 – Road resurfacing and reconstruction continues from Exit 186 in Rolla to Exit 195 in St. James. Expect around-the-clock lane closures from U.S. Route 63 to Missouri Route 68. An 11-foot width restriction is in place. The project is scheduled for completion in late fall 2024.           Pulaski County   I-44 – Shoulder work planned May 15 at mile marker 159. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   I-44 – Bridge rehabilitation continues at the Roubidoux Creek Bridge near mile marker 158.4 and the Big Piney River Bridge near mile marker 165.8. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.  Route 133 – Road resurfacing continues from U.S. Route 63 (Osage County) to Route 17. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.  Washington County  Route A – Bridge replacement continues at the Cyclone Hollow Bridge. The road is CLOSED to all traffic and motorists will need to use an alternate route. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   MoDOT reminds motorists to buckle up, slow down, follow posted signs, and drive safely through work areas. For more information about a project, please contact MoDOT at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map. You can also follow MoDOT’s Central Missouri District on Twitter and Facebook at https://twitter.com/MoDOT_Central and MoDOT Central Missouri District.        ###      Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 05/10/2024 - 07:09 Missouri State Parks honors military service https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/missouri-state-parks-honors-military-service-0 257231 at https://dnr.mo.gov Thu, 09 May 2024 17:31:34 +0000 Missouri State Parks honors military service Karen Kremer Thu, 05/09/2024 - 17:31 Release Date Friday, May 10, 2024 Several parks and historic sites participate in Blue Star Museum initiative JEFFERSON CITY, MO, MAY 10, 2024 – Missouri State Parks values the tremendous contributions and sacrifices made by members of the military and their families. To show appreciation to active service members, Missouri State Parks is joining the nationwide Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that offers free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel and their families. The program kicks off on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 18, and ends on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2.The Blue Star Museums program is a collaborative effort of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the U.S. Department of Defense and more than 2,000 museums across the nation. Those currently serving in the United States military and their families receive free admission to museums and historic sites that are part of the Missouri State Parks system by showing their military ID. For more information about participating locations, visit mostateparks.com/page/69416/blue-star-museums-program or for a nationwide list of participating museums, visit arts.gov/BlueStarMuseums.In addition to the Blue Star Museums program, Missouri State Parks also offers a military camping discount. Military members and veterans receive a $2 discount year-round at state parks campgrounds. The military discount will be given to retired, veteran and active-duty military personnel, as well as family members of active-duty military personnel, by showing a military ID. For additional information about the military camping discount and 2024 camping rates, visit mostateparks.com/page/83631/missouri-state-parks-honors-veterans. During July, visitors to Missouri’s state parks and historic sites will have the opportunity to “round up” their purchases to be used for veteran programs, such as the Hero Deer Hunt and Veterans’ Deer Hunt.For more information on the Missouri State Park system, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Contact Information Tisha Holden Division Information Officer Address Missouri State Parks P.O. Box 176 Jefferson City, MO 65102 United States Office 573-751-6510 Toll-free 800-334-6946 Email tisha.holden@dnr.mo.gov U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Honors Three Missouri Seniors https://dese.mo.gov/us-presidential-scholars-program-honors-three-missouri-seniors-0 30806 at https://dese.mo.gov Thu, 09 May 2024 15:44:11 +0000 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Honors Three Missouri Seniors Mrs. Hannah Mote Thu, 05/09/2024 - 15:44 Read more about U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Honors Three Missouri Seniors Three Missouri high school seniors were selected as members of the 60th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars along with 158 additional students from across the country. The president recognized the outstanding students listed below for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields. Governor Parson Signs HB 1803 into Law, Expanding MOBUCK$ Program https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-signs-hb-1803-law-expanding-mobuck-program 12306 at https://governor.mo.gov Thu, 09 May 2024 11:25:49 +0000 Governor Parson Signs HB 1803 into Law, Expanding MOBUCK$ Program Dakota.Julian Thu, 05/09/2024 - 11:25 May 9, 2024 Jefferson City Today, during a signing ceremony at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, Governor Mike Parson signed House Bill 1803 into law. HB 1803 increases the total amount of state funds the State Treasurer may invest into the MOBUCK$ program from $800 million to $1.2 billion annually. Governor Parson was joined by State Treasurer Vivek Malek, representatives from Missouri's agriculture advocacy groups, and members of the Missouri Bankers Association as he signed the bill into law."I have to give credit to Treasurer Malek for his leadership in increasing the awareness and effectiveness of the MOBUCK$ program," Governor Parson said. "Under his administration, all available MOBUCK$ funds were exhausted within just one business day of applications opening. Now, by increasing the cap, Treasurer Malek's office and the State of Missouri will be able to assist more beginning farmers, existing farmers, and small business owners with low interest loans. Thank you, Treasurer Malek, for being a champion for Missouri agriculture and small businesses across the state."“In the face of an ongoing drought and record-high interest rates, MOBUCK$ has served as a relief valve against soaring inflation for Missouri’s farmers and small businesses," Missouri Treasurer Vivek Malek said. "With this expansion of MOBUCK$, passed by the Legislature and enacted by Governor Parson, I am looking forward to supporting more Missourians as they strengthen their businesses and local economies. This is a fantastic investment by the State of Missouri to boost our economy. It’s truly investing Missouri’s money, in Missouri, to help Missourians.”In addition to raising the MOBUCK$ investment total, HB 1803 removes previous funding caps on the portion of total funds that could be invested in farming operations, small businesses, livestock operations, beginning farmer operations, etc.For more information on HB 1803, click here. For more information on the Missouri Treasurer's MOBUCK$ program, click here.  Governor Parson Signs HB 2634 into Law, Prohibiting Public Funds to Abortion Providers https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-signs-hb-2634-law-prohibiting-public-funds-abortion 12301 at https://governor.mo.gov Thu, 09 May 2024 09:08:11 +0000 Governor Parson Signs HB 2634 into Law, Prohibiting Public Funds to Abortion Providers Dakota.Julian Thu, 05/09/2024 - 09:08 May 9, 2024 Jefferson City Today, during a signing ceremony at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson signed HB 2634 into law. While public funds are already prohibited from funding abortions in Missouri, HB 2634 will now prevent any taxpayer money from going to any abortion providers or their affiliates in the state."Our administration has been the strongest pro-life administration in Missouri history," Governor Parson said. "We've ended all elective abortions in this state, approved new support for mothers, expecting mothers, and children, and, with this bill, ensured that we are not sending taxpayer dollars to abortion providers for any purpose. We thank members of the General Assembly for recognizing this important issue and sending this legislation to my desk."HB 2634 will ensure that no abortion providers or their affiliates receive reimbursements through the MO HealthNet program.To learn more about HB 2634, click here.