Scheduling A Ride With OATS Transit

Scheduling A Ride With OATS Transit

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OATS Transit is currently offering regular transportation services. To schedule a ride or to inquire about services available in your area, call the OATS Transit office at 816-380-7433 or 800-480-6287. You can also visit oatstransit.org, where you can find your local schedule…

MDC Naturalist To Host Free ‘Sensational Squirrels’ Nature Walks In Kansas City

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By Erin Woodiel Despite winter’s chill, squirrels are still lively and active outdoors. Join Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) naturalist Jalen Holloway for a free “Sensational Squirrels” educational program from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Anita…

Learn About Hawks MDC Virtual Program

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By Francis Skalicky Hawks are an interesting, yet sometimes overlooked, member of Missouri’s bird world that are most visible in winter. People who want to learn more about species of hawks found in Missouri should sign up for the Missouri Department of…

Learn About Spring Peepers And Other Frogs At MDC Virtual Program

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By Francis Skalicky Bird song is a well-known harbinger of spring, but in Missouri, a small frog known as the spring peeper begins spreading a message of seasonal change before many birds start their spring calls. People who want to learn more…

Apply Online During February For MDC Spring Managed Turkey Hunts

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By Jill Pritchard Missouri turkey hunters can apply online during February for 2025 spring turkey managed hunts through the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) website. Managed hunt details and application procedures are outlined on the webpage. Drawing results will be posted starting…

Governor Kehoe To Host 2025 Governor’s Prayer Breakfast

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On Wednesday, Jan.15, 2025 at 7:10 a.m., Governor Mike Kehoe and the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast Committee will host the annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast in Jefferson City. Josh Smith, Founder and CEO of Fourth Purpose, will be the keynote speaker. The Missouri Governor’s…

Be Extra Vigilant When Driving In Inclement Weather

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Missouri’s weather forecast indicates freezing rain and snow is expected. For some of the state, this could be the first snow of the season. Whether it’s a dusting or several inches, it can affect travel. Be sure to increase your following distance…

Bring In The New Year Safely

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Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, encourages everyone to make good decisions regarding their New Year’s celebration. No one wants to start 2025 with a traffic crash or DWI arrest. During the 2023 – 2024 New Year’s…

MDC Says Recycled Live Christmas Trees Can Improve Fish, Wildlife Habitats

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As the holiday season closes, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is asking you to donate your live Christmas tree to fish and wildlife in your area as a natural, year-round shelter. Salvador Mondragon, MDC Fisheries Biologist, said live Christmas trees can…

MRTA Applauds Senate Passage of H.R. 82 Repealing Unfair Penalties On Educators’ Retirement Benefits

staff2 December 30, 2024

The Senate passed H.R. 82, a historic piece of legislation that will repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), two provisions that have unfairly reduced Social Security benefits for Missouri’s retired teachers and public school employees. This monumental…