State and Regional News

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has opened the next round of the Rural Statewide Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant program. MoDOT staff Kim Tipton and Steve Englebrecht discussed program details, including changes since the last grant cycle during the June 9 meeting of the Meramec Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC).

Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the following transfer effective July 1, 2022.

Captain Justin L. McCullough, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, MO, will transfer to General Headquarters, Jefferson City, MO. McCullough will be assigned to the Field Operations Bureau as the assistant bureau commander, and have direct oversight of troop-related operations and special events.

Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick is launching an annual effort to return Unclaimed Property to Missourians. The names of more than 129,400 individuals, small businesses, and non-profit organizations with Unclaimed Property will be listed in over 100 publications across the state. Missourians can also search and view the lists by county on ShowMeMoney.com.

As the summer season heats up, make sure you celebrate the Fourth of July holiday with a bang not a boom! Summertime means more time outside enjoying Missouri’s natural resources. By making thoughtful choices while planning your outdoor fun, you can help the environment and save money.