Today, Governor Mike Parson announced the activation of Phase 1B - Tier 1 of Missouri’s COVID-19 Vaccination Plan.
Federal partners have informed the state that they plan to significantly increase vaccine supply next week and that individuals 65 and older and those with comorbidities should be prioritized. This news allows the state to begin the process of activating Phase 1B tiers.
State and Regional News
Literacy Council establishing county committees
The East Central Area Literacy Council is establishing county committees comprised of volunteers to support adult education programs.
Each committee will be comprised of local volunteers, an Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) instructor from an adult education class site, and alumni students from the adult education program in each county.
Driver examination stations closed on January 18 statewide
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date:
MSHP seeking applicants for next class
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premier law enforcement agency, is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and will offer testing at nine different locations in Missouri. Those who successfully complete testing will be eligible to continue in the selection process for the 112th Recruit Class, scheduled to begin training on August 2, 2021. The application deadline has been extended to February 1, 2021.
MO Department of Corrections hiring
With the COVID-19 crisis ongoing and federal pandemic unemployment programs set to expire in the coming weeks, many Missourians face joblessness, underemployment and uncertainty.