Today, Governor Mike Parson announced that the state has begun the process of obtaining federal disaster assistance in response to the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred November 3 - 9, 2024.
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Today, Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District, and the 21st Judicial Circuit.
The Honorable Virginia W. Lay, of Clayton, will be appointed to the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District.
Judge Lay is a circuit judge in the 21st Judicial Circuit. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in American studies from Columbia University and a Juris Doctor from Washington University in St. Louis. She will fill the vacancy created by retirement of the Honorable Kurt S. Odenwald.
Today, Governor Mike Parson announced that he has publicly posted an application for individuals seeking appointment as the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney. Qualified individuals may apply at boards.mo.gov.
Today, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 24-15 closing state offices on Friday, November 29, 2024, the day after the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
Today, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 24-14 activating the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan in response to flooding and severe weather. Parts of Missouri have already sustained flood and storm damage with additional impacts expected as river levels begin to crest and floodwaters recede.
Today, Governor Mike Parson congratulated four Missouri higher education institutions upon advancing, as part of teams, in the U.S. National Science Foundation's Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program. The advancing institutions include the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T), University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC), University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL), and Washington University in St. Louis (WashU).
Today, Governor Mike Parson granted seven pardons pursuant to Article IV, Section 7 of the Constitution of the State of Missouri. Official documents have been filed with the appropriate government agencies and have been sent to the individuals.
Today, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 24-13, declaring a drought alert in Missouri until March 31, 2025.
Currently, the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that all or portions of at least 88 Missouri counties are experiencing moderate, severe, or extreme drought conditions. The Executive Order declares a Drought Alert in these Missouri counties and any additional county that begins experiencing moderate drought conditions.
Today, Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the 3rd, 12th, 25th, 30th, and 43rd Judicial Circuits and appointed a new Ray County Presiding Commissioner.
Governor Mike Parson has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine pink on Friday, October 25, 2024, in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The dome will light up pink at sunset tomorrow and remain lit until sunrise. The color pink commemorates those lost to breast cancer, breast cancer survivors, those battling the disease, and medical professionals and researchers.