To assist local governments, nonprofits and religious organizations recoup funds expended during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), and local emergency managers throughout the state, is encouraging entities to attend the scheduled virtual briefings to begin the reimbursement application process to receive federal funds. Public Assistance (PA) is available in all…… read more »

Today, Governor Mike Parson signed SB 600 to help address violent crime in Missouri. SB 600 modifies and creates several provisions relating to dangerous felonies, including offenses of conspiracy, unlawful possession of firearms, criminal street gangs, and vehicle hijacking. Under current law, a person cannot be convicted of an offense based upon a conspiracy to…… read more »

Today, Governor Mike Parson signed SB 599 modifying provisions relating to the Missouri State Treasurer’s Office linked deposit program, Missouri FIRST. Through Missouri FIRST, the Treasurer’s Office invests in Missouri small businesses, agriculture, and governmental entities. The Treasurer’s Office partners with qualified lending institutions to provide low-interest loans to help grow and expand economic opportunity. SB…… read more »

Route AA in Cape Girardeau County will be closed as contractor crews replace the Caney Fork bridge near Daisy, Missouri. This section of roadway is located between County Road 475 and County Road 477. Weather permitting; work will begin Monday, June 20, with completion anticipated Thursday, Oct. 8.  This bridge is included in Gov. Mike…… read more »

The name of the law enforcement officer who shot and killed John Parks last month has been released. Officials say detective Dustin Awberry with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office fired his service weapon during the June 29 altercation, striking Parks. An autopsy was conducted last week at the Medical Examiner’s office in Madisonville, and preliminary…… read more »