/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Thu, 09 May 2024 21:32:06 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/46706 46706 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 16:00:01 +0000 Resurfacing project to begin in Carroll County Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 16:00 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – A resurfacing project on Missouri Route 41 in Carroll County near De Witt will begin on Saturday, May 11. Capital Paving and Construction, LLC, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, has also resurfaced Chariton County Route 5 near Salisbury and Linn County Route 5 near Marceline as part of this project. Beginning Saturday, May 11, crews will narrow Route 41 to one lane with flaggers directing motorists through the work zone. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place. Crews expect to complete paving on Monday, May 13. Shoulder rock and pavement markings will follow for all routes. A schedule for the Route 5 closures under the BNSF Railroad bridge in Marceline (Linn County) and the Norfolk Southern Railroad bridge west of Salisbury (Chariton County) for concrete repairs has not been determined yet. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. Know before you go by visiting the MoDOT Traveler Information Map for work zone information and road conditions at http://traveler.modot.org/map/, or downloading from your smart phone’s app store. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. When visiting modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or by connecting with us on social media. Facebook | X | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Districts Involved Northwest Published On Thu, 05/09/2024 - 10:56 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. https://www.modot.org/node/46705 46705 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 15:40:01 +0000 Resurfacing to begin on Route 7 in mid-May Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 15:40 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – A pavement improvement project is set to begin in mid-May on Missouri Route 7 from U.S. Route 65 in Benton County to Missouri Route 5 in Camden County. Construction crews will begin the resurfacing work in Benton County on Monday, May 20, 2024. For the duration of the project, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, one lane of Route 7 will be closed in two-mile segments. laggers with a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. The construction crew will start at U.S. Route 65, just south of Warsaw, and progress east to Route 5 in Greenview. This project also includes resurfacing Routes NN, DD, and Z in Camden County. The schedule for these routes has yet to be determined. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a $5,317,932.20 contract to Capital Paving and Construction, LLC for this work, which is anticipated to be completed by Nov. 1, 2024, by contract. All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are 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. 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 Southwest Published On Thu, 05/09/2024 - 10:37 https://www.modot.org/node/46704 46704 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:01 +0000 MoDOT to host public meeting regarding Corridor Upgrades on Missouri Route 1, June 11 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 15:00 CLAY COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will host a public meeting regarding Missouri Route 1 Corridor Upgrades in Gladstone, MO. The meeting will take place from 4-6 pm on Thursday, June 11 at the Northland Neighborhoods INC, located at 5340 Chouteau Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64119. The projects will include: Pavement rebuild  Pavement resurfacing  Replacement of deficient curb and gutter  Slope stabilization  Trail extension  New pedestrian connection  Please note that this is an open house style meeting, and NO formal presentations will be made. Those interested can attend the meeting anytime between the advertised hours to ask questions, learn more about the project, and leave comments. Customers may contact Project Manager Ben McCabe at benjamin.mccabe@modot.mo.gov. For those unable to attend the meeting or access the project information online, project materials are available by request at the MoDOT district office located at 600 NE Colbern Rd. in Lee’s Summit, MO. Information will be available on the project webpage, visit Missouri Route 1 Corridor Upgrades in Clay | Missouri Department of Transportation (modot.org). For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.mo.gov/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 (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Thu, 05/09/2024 - 09:57 https://www.modot.org/node/46703 46703 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 14:30:01 +0000 St. Louis Work Zones May 9-15 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 14:30 ST. LOUIS –MoDOT will close all lanes of Route 180 (St. Charles Rock Rd.) under the Route 67 (Lindbergh) bridge on Friday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. Route 180 will reopen on Monday, May 13 at 5:30 a.m. The closure will allow crews to demolish the northbound portion of the Route 67 bridge, which is undergoing redecking. During the closure of Route 180, signage will direct drivers through detours. For real-time roadway weather conditions, go to http://traveler.modot.org/map. For real-time traffic, visit Welcome to Gateway Guide! | Missouri Department of Transportation (modot.org). All work is subject to change and may be shifted due to inclement weather.  Motorists should be aware of the following ongoing closures: I-55, St. Louis City, one northbound lane closed from Lindbergh to north of Bayless. I-55, St. Louis City, two northbound lanes closed from north of Bayless to Virginia. I-55, St. Louis City, one northbound lane from Gasconade Avenue to Potomac Street closed. I-55, St. Louis City, the ramp from northbound to Loughborough will be closed through 2024 and the Loughborough on-ramp to northbound I-55 closed. I-55, St. Louis City, the ramp from Germania to northbound will be closed through 2024. I-55, St. Louis City, one northbound lane closed between Lindbergh and Reavis Barracks Road through 2024. I-55, St. Louis City, two northbound lanes closed between Reavis Barracks Rd. and Virginia through 2024. I-55, St. Louis City, the Cherokee entrance ramp to southbound I-55 closed through 2024. I-55, St. Louis City, one northbound lane closed from I-44 to north of Bates. I-55, St. Louis City, two southbound lanes closed from north of Bates to north of Weber and one southbound lane closed north of Weber to Reavis Barricks. I-55, St. Louis City, one southbound lane closed between I-44 and Gasconade through 2025. I-55, St. Louis City, two southbound lanes closed from Reavis Barracks to north of South Lindbergh. I-55, St. Louis City, two southbound lanes closed between Gasconade and Lindbergh through 2024 I-55, St. Louis City, the ramp from Lafayette to southbound I-55 is closed through 2024. I-55, St. Louis City, starting at 9a.m, Monday, May 13 thru Friday, May 17 at 5 p.m., one northbound lane will close between Arsenal and the Sidney Street overpass. At the same time, the ramp from Arsenal to northbound I-55 will close. I-70, St. Louis County, the ramp from Lambert International Boulevard to eastbound I-70 will be closed through August 2024. I-270, St. Louis County, Riverview Dr. entrance ramp to eastbound I-270 closed and eastbound I-270 exit ramp to Riverview closed through July 2024. I-270, St. Louis County, southbound Riverview Dr. under I-270 closed through 2024. I-270, St. Louis County, various northbound and southbound lanes closed between I-64 and Olive. Route 67, St. Louis County northbound lanes at Route 180 closed. Traffic has been switched to southbound side of Route 67, with one lane in each direction. Route 100, St. Louis County, starting at 4 a.m. Monday, May 13 thru 4 a.m. Thursday, May 17, various lanes at the intersection of Manchester and Lindeman will be closed. Route AB, St. Louis County, one eastbound and westbound laned closed under I-270 through 2025. I-70, St. Charles County, one westbound lane closed at Spencer Creek through May 2024. I-70, St. Charles County, one westbound lane closed at Belleau Creek through May 2024. Route 21, Jefferson County, one lane closed southbound from Meramec Heights to Shady Valley through mid-2024. Route 21, Jefferson County, one northbound lane closed from Schenk Road to Route 141 through mid-2024.  Please see the list of daily road closures, weather permitting: Thursday, May 9 I-70, St. Louis County, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., up to two lanes westbound between Route 180 and Springdale. I-44, St. Louis County, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound/westbound lane closed on West 5th Street (North Outer Road) between Allenton Road and Route 109. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. I-270, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed at Rott Rd. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed from Lawrence Drive to Chaminade Drive. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one northbound lane closed between Conway Road and Ladue Road. Route 109, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., various traffic shifts at Route CC. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route 141, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one lane closed northbound and southbound under Route 364. Route 340, St. Louis County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed between Mason Road and Tempo Road. from Bennington to Route 141.Route 364, St. Louis County, 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., up to two westbound lanes closed. I-70, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one westbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed at Cave Springs. Route DD, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed over Dardene. Route F, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed over Callaway. I-44, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one lane closed on the north outer road between Route 30 and Route JJ. Route 100, Franklin County, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Washington Crossing to South Point Road. Route CC, Franklin County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one lane closed at Bourbeuse River. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route O, Franklin County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one lane closed at Pin Oak Creek and the Meramec River. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route YY, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Route 185 to Route C and from Route C to Route Y. Friday, May 10 I-44, St. Louis County, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound/westbound lane closed on West 5th Street (North Outer Road) between Allenton Road and Route 109. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. I-70, St. Louis County, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., up to two lanes westbound between Route 180 and Springdale. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed from Lawrence Drive to Chaminade Drive. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one northbound lane closed between Conway Road and Ladue Road. Route 100, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., various lanes at the intersection of Manchester and Lindeman will be closed. Route 109, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., various traffic shifts at Route CC. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route 141, Jefferson County, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., one lane closed at Fiedler Lane. Route 180, St. Louis County, starting at 7:30 p.m. thru Monday, May 13 at 5:30 a.m., Route 180 closed at Route 67. Route 340, St. Louis County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed between Mason Road and Tempo Road. Route 364, St. Louis County, 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., up to two westbound lanes closed from Bennington to Route 141. I-70, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one westbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, starting at 9 p.m. thru Monday, May 13 at 5 a.m., one westbound lane closed under the Bryan Road bridge. I-70, St. Charles County, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., two westbound lanes closed under the Bryan Road bridge. Route DD, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed over Dardene. Route F, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed over Callaway. I-55, Jefferson County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one northbound lane closed at Third St. Route 141, Jefferson County, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., one lane closed at Fiedler Lane. I-44, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one lane closed on the north outer road between Route 30 and Route JJ. Route 100, Franklin County, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Washington Crossing to South Point Road. Route YY, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Route 185 to Route C and from Route C to Route Y.  Saturday, May 11 Route 180, St. Louis County, thru Monday, May 13 at 5:30 a.m., Route 180 closed at Route 67. I-70, St. Charles County, thru Monday, May 13 at 5 a.m., one westbound lane closed under the Bryan Road bridge. I-70, St. Charles County, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., two westbound lanes closed under the Bryan Road bridge. Sunday, May 12 Route 180, St. Louis County, thru Monday, May 13 at 5:30 a.m., Route 180 closed at Route 67. I-70, St. Charles County, thru Monday, May 13 at 5 a.m., one westbound lane closed under the Bryan Road bridge. I-70, St. Charles County, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., two westbound lanes closed under the Bryan Road bridge. I-70, St. Charles County, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m., center turn lane of Veterans Memorial Parkway closed at Cave Springs Boulevard. Monday, May 13 I-44, St. Louis County, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound/westbound lane closed on West 5th Street (North Outer Road) between Allenton Road and Route 109. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. I-55, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the northbound on ramp from Weber Road will be closed. I-55, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one northbound and southbound lane closed at Gravois Creek. I-70, St. Louis County, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., up to two lanes eastbound and westbound between Route 180 and Springdale. Route 30, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed over Route 141. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed from Lawrence Drive to Chaminade Drive. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one northbound lane closed between Conway Road and Ladue Road. Route 109, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., various traffic shifts at Route CC. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route 340, St. Louis County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed between Mason Road and Tempo Road. Route 364, St. Louis County, 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., up to two westbound lanes closed from Bennington to Route 141. I-70, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one westbound lane closed at Zumbehl Road. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed at Zumbehl Road. I-70, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one westbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., one eastbound lane closed at Belleau Creek. I-70, St. Charles County, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., center turn lane of Veterans Memorial Parkway closed at Cave Springs Boulevard. I-55, Jefferson County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one lane closed northbound between Manley Quarry Bridge and Herky Horine Road. I-55, Jefferson County, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., one lane closed southbound between Manley Quarry Bridge and Herky Horine Road. I-55, Jefferson County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one northbound lane closed at Third St. Route 141, Jefferson County, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., one lane closed at Fiedler Lane. I-44, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one lane closed on the north outer road between Miller Rd. and Route 47. I-44, Franklin County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one eastbound lane closed between Route 30 and Route 47. Route 100, Franklin County, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Washington Crossing to South Point Road. Route Y, Franklin County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one lane closed at Big River. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route YY, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Route 185 to Route C and from Route C to Route Y. Tuesday, May 14 I-44, St. Louis County, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound/westbound lane closed on West 5th Street (North Outer Road) between Allenton Road and Route 109. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. I-55, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one northbound and southbound lane closed at Gravois Creek. I-70, St. Louis County, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., up to two lanes westbound between Route 180 and Springdale. Route 30, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed over Route 141. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed from Lawrence Drive to Chaminade Drive. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one northbound lane closed between Conway Road and Ladue Road. Route 109, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., various traffic shifts at Route CC. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route 340, St. Louis County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed between Mason Road and Tempo Road. Route 364, St. Louis County, 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., up to two eastbound lanes closed from Bennington to Route 141. I-70, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one westbound lane closed at Zumbehl Road. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed at Zumbehl Road. I-70, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one westbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., one eastbound lane closed at Belleau Creek. I-70, St. Charles County, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., center turn lane of Veterans Memorial Parkway closed at Cave Springs Boulevard. I-55, Jefferson County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one lane closed northbound between Manley Quarry Bridge and Herky Horine Road. I-55, Jefferson County, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., one lane closed southbound between Manley Quarry Bridge and Herky Horine Road. I-55, Jefferson County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one northbound lane closed at Third St. Route 67, Jefferson County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one lane closed under I-55. Route 141, Jefferson County, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., one lane closed at Fiedler Lane. I-44, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one lane closed on the north outer road between Miller Rd. and Route JJ. I-44, Franklin County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one eastbound lane closed between Route 30 and Route 47. Route 100, Franklin County, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Washington Crossing to South Point Road. Route Y, Franklin County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one lane closed at Big River. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route YY, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Route 185 to Route C and from Route C to Route Y. Wednesday, May 15 I-44, St. Louis County, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound/westbound lane closed on West 5th Street (North Outer Road) between Allenton Road and Route 109. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. I-55, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one northbound and southbound lane closed at Gravois Creek. I-70, St. Louis County, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., up to two lanes eastbound between Route 180 and Springdale. Route 30, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed over Route 141. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one southbound lane closed from Lawrence Drive to Chaminade Drive. Route 67, St. Louis County, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., one northbound lane closed between Conway Road and Ladue Road. Route 109, St. Louis County, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., various traffic shifts at Route CC. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route 340, St. Louis County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed between Mason Road and Tempo Road. Route 364, St. Louis County, 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., up to two westbound lanes closed from Bennington to Route 141. I-70, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one westbound lane closed at Zumbehl Road. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed at Zumbehl Road. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., one eastbound lane closed at Belleau Creek. I-70, St. Charles County, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one westbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one eastbound lane closed at Cave Springs. I-70, St. Charles County, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., center turn lane of Veterans Memorial Parkway closed at Cave Springs Boulevard. I-55, Jefferson County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one lane closed northbound between Manley Quarry Bridge and Herky Horine Road. I-55, Jefferson County, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., one lane closed southbound between Manley Quarry Bridge and Herky Horine Road. Route 141, Jefferson County, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., one lane closed at Fiedler Lane. I-44, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one lane closed on the north outer road between Miller Rd. and Route JJ. I-44, Franklin County, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., one eastbound lane closed between Route 30 and Route 47. Route 100, Franklin County, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Washington Crossing to South Point Road. Route Y, Franklin County, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., one lane closed at Big River. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone. Route YY, Franklin County, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., one eastbound and westbound lane closed from Route 185 to Route C and from Route C to Route Y. ###       Districts Involved St. Louis Published On Thu, 05/09/2024 - 09:29 https://www.modot.org/node/46702 46702 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 13:50:01 +0000 Nodaway County Route 46 to close Friday for culvert replacement Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 13:50 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Crews from the Missouri Department of Transportation will be closing Route 46 in Nodaway County west of Maryville, Friday, May 10 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The road will be closed from Glacier Road to Galaxy Road to replace a culvert under the roadway. Motorists will need to use an alternate route during the closure. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org. While at modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or via social media. Facebook | X | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Districts Involved Northwest Published On Thu, 05/09/2024 - 08:41 https://www.modot.org/node/46701 46701 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 13:40:01 +0000 Resurfacing to begin on Route 7 in mid-May Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 13:40 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – A pavement improvement project is set to begin in mid-May on Missouri Route 7 from U.S. Route 65 in Benton County to Missouri Route 5 in Camden County. Construction crews will begin the resurfacing work in Benton County on Monday, May 20, 2024.   For the duration of the project, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, one lane of Route 7 will be closed in two-mile segments. Flaggers with a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. The construction crew will start at U.S. Route 65, just south of Warsaw, and progress east to Route 5 in Greenview.   This project also includes resurfacing Routes NN, DD, and Z in Camden County. The schedule for these routes has yet to be determined. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a $5,317,932.20 contract to Capital Paving and Construction, LLC for this work, which is anticipated to be completed by Nov. 1, 2024, by contract.  All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are 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. 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 Thu, 05/09/2024 - 08:36 https://www.modot.org/node/46699 46699 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 12:20:01 +0000 Upcoming Bridge Replacement Projects in Perry County Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 12:20 Notice of Opportunity for Public Meeting SIKESTON-The Missouri Department of Transportation plans to replace three bridges in Perry County.   The bridges to be replaced include:  The Route T bridge over Saline Creek, located between Route CC and Woodridge Lane. The Route K bridge over Apple Creek, located between Route O and County Road 616. The Route C bridge over Apple Creek, located between County Road 458 and Anemone Lane. Work to replace the bridges could begin as early as summer 2025. Construction of the Route T bridge over Saline Creek will be staged to allow the roadway to remain open as work is underway. Short-term closures are anticipated during traffic shifts and as beams are set. The roadway will be closed in the vicinity of the Route K and Route C bridges over Apple Creek for approximately three months during construction. Maps, plans, and other information prepared by MoDOT will be available for public inspection and copying at MoDOT’s Sikeston District office, 2675 N. Main St. in Sikeston, Missouri. Any person affected by these projects may request that a public meeting be held in regard to the proposed improvements. For more information, please contact MoDOT Project Manager Donna Philpot at (573) 472-5347 or MoDOT Area Engineer Chris Crocker at (573) 472-9033. Comments and questions may also be submitted online at  www.modot.org/form/perrycobridges25. Please submit comments by June 9, 2024. ### Districts Involved Southeast Published On Thu, 05/09/2024 - 07:11 https://www.modot.org/node/46698 46698 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 12:20:01 +0000 Atchison County Route 111 bridge replacement begins May 20 Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 12:20 ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Pike Creek Drainage Ditch Bridge, in Atchison County on Missouri Route 111, is scheduled to be replaced beginning Monday, May 20. The Missouri Department of Transportation contracted North Central Bridge, LLC to complete the project. During construction, Route 111 will be closed at the bridge. Motorists will need to find an alternate route. This project is scheduled to be complete in mid-August 2024. This project also included the replacement of the Little Tarkio Creek Bridge in Atchison County. To learn more about the project, visit: https://www.modot.org/missouri-route-111-missouri-route-46-and-route-yy-bridge-replacement-atchison-and-gentry All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org. While at modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or via social media. Facebook | Twitter | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down ### Project Webpage https://www.modot.org/missouri-route-111-missouri-route-46-and-route-yy-bridge-replacement-atchison-and-gentry Districts Involved Northwest Published On Thu, 05/09/2024 - 07:16 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.  https://www.modot.org/node/46697 46697 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 11:20:01 +0000 U.S. 62 in Dunklin County Closed for Bridge Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 11:20 SIKESTON—U.S. 62 in Dunklin County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform bridge repairs.   This section of roadway is located from County Road 217 to the Missouri State line.   Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, June 10 through Friday, June 14 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The road will remain closed until the work is complete.  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, 05/09/2024 - 06:12 https://www.modot.org/node/46692 46692 at https://www.modot.org Thu, 09 May 2024 09:20:01 +0000 EMERGENCY CLOSURE Route U in Warren County Visitor (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 09:20 HANNIBAL - The Missouri Department of Transportation is working to investigate a slide on Route U between Rogers Drive and Lake Ridge Lane.  "The road has large cracks and the area around the road is unstable, so it will remain closed until we can determine the next steps toward a solution. We understand this is inconvenient, yet we must ensure the road is safe to travel on prior to reopening," explained MoDOT Area Engineer Jeff Niemeyer. The preferred detour around the closure is to use Missouri Route 94 to Missouri Route 47. MoDOT’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that is safe, innovative, reliable and dedicated to a prosperous Missouri.  Please do your part to help us achieve a safe system by wearing your seat belt every time and putting your phone down while driving…for your safety and our workers.  Take the pledge – Buckle Up, Phone Down. Districts Involved Northeast Published On Thu, 05/09/2024 - 04:12 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.  http://dor.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/a561be11-193b-448b-b2fd-f60f35f359cf http://dor.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/a561be11-193b-448b-b2fd-f60f35f359cf Wed, 08 May 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-signs-hb-2016-law-while-visiting-missouri-national-guard 12296 at https://governor.mo.gov Wed, 08 May 2024 14:33:58 +0000 Governor Parson Signs HB 2016 into Law While Visiting Missouri National Guard Soldiers Deployed to Southern Border in Texas Dakota.Julian Wed, 05/08/2024 - 14:33 May 8, 2024 Eagle Pass, TX Today, Governor Mike Parson visited the Southern Border near Eagle Pass, Texas, to connect with Missouri National Guard (MONG) soldiers deployed to the Southern Border and sign House Bill (HB) 2016 into law. HB 2016 passed the Missouri General Assembly with bipartisan support and includes funding for Missouri's Southern Border deployment, aiding Texas Governor Greg Abbott's Operation Lone Star mission, which is helping secure Texas, Missouri, and the nation."We are proud to be here in Texas today to meet with our soldiers and sign HB 2016, funding Missouri's partnership with Operation Lone Star to secure the border," Governor Parson said. "President Biden and the federal government have failed. They're allowing fentanyl and other drugs, criminals, and even suspected terrorists to flood across the border into our country. States must take a stand, and that's exactly what Missouri is doing. The more crime we can stop at the Southern Border, the less we have to deal with in Missouri. We appreciate the strong group of bipartisan lawmakers for approving this funding and understanding the need for Missouri to step in when the federal government has failed our citizens.""We understand there are many good people looking to come to our nation to achieve their American Dream. We respect and welcome that, but there is a process to go through, and it must be done legally," Governor Parson continued.HB 2016 totals $2.2 million, allocating $2 million to support MONG members deployed to the Southern Border and $206,000 for the Missouri State Highway Patrol's efforts to help secure the border. Governor Parson was joined at the bill signing by MONG Adjutant General Levon Cumpton, MONG soldiers stationed at the border, and Texas Department of Public Safety Regional Director Victor Escalon, who provided those in attendance an update on Operation Lone Star.To view HB 2016, click here.Missouri's Southern Border Operations to Date:On February 20, 2024, Governor Parson issued Executive Order 24-03 activating up to 200 MONG members and 22 MSHP troopers to support Operation Lone Star on the Sothern Border.Missouri State Highway Patrol Border Deployment:On March 1, 2024, 11 MSHP troopers traveled to southern Texas to assist the Texas DPS in providing law enforcement services in the area of the U.S. border. The team briefed at the Texas DPS South Region Office (3) in Weslaco, Texas, on March 3 and reported to its first assigned shift on March 4. This team continued to serve in the border area until March 30, 2024.On March 30, 2024, a second contingent of 11 Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) troopers traveled to southern Texas to assist Texas DPS in providing law enforcement services in the area of the U.S. border.  The team briefed at the Texas DPS South Region Office (3) in Weslaco, Texas, on April 1 and reported to its first assigned shifts on April 2.From March 3 through April 15, MSHP troopers assisting Texas DPS troopers in the area of the U.S. border provided assistance with the following incidents/encounters:  Traffic Stops – 1,432     Undocumented Migrants – 519Undocumented Migrant Turn-Backs – 61Impaired Driver and Drug Arrests – 69Other Law Enforcement Assists – 105Missouri National Guard:Since March 15, approximately 50 soldiers from the 138th Infantry Regiment, 110th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade have been serving side by side with soldiers from the Texas Army National Guard.MONG soldiers continue to maintain 24-hour security surveillance operations, with each soldier working shifts alongside Texas Guardsmen. This allows for soldier safety and operational efficiency. Routine calls for service include detecting undocumented migrants coming across the border, helping turn back undocumented migrants to Mexico, and assisting with surrenders. Soldiers routinely intercept undocumented migrants on foot and in vehicles and observe them until U.S. Customs & Border Protection officers respond to take custody and process.MONG soldiers work daily with their Texas National Guard counterparts and Border Patrol to expand their presence and deter migrant activity within their sixty square miles area of operations on the Rio Grande River.In addition to their surveillance operation duties, Missouri soldiers assisting Texas Army National Guard members in the area of the U.S. border have provided assistance with the following encounters:Undocumented Migrant Surrenders - 1,195Undocumented Migrant Detections & Turn Backs - 708Photos from Missouri's Southern Border deployment can be found in the attached.###MONG 1.jpgMONG 3.jpgMONG 2.jpgMONG 4.jpgMONG 5.jpgMONG 6.jpg