Missouri

February 8, 2008 -- ST. LOUIS – Missouri Governor Matt Blunt today announced that all flags at state facilities in St. Louis County will be flown at half-staff to honor the memory of the victims from last night's senseless shooting at the Kirkwood City Hall.

“This is a terrible tragedy. Melanie and I offer our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of the victims as well as the community of Kirkwood and everyone who is mourning the victims of this horrific crime.”    » read more »

February 8, 2008 -- Springfield, Mo. — Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon today obtained a temporary restraining order against a pair of computer salesmen who accepted $50,000 in payment from a Missouri business for computer monitors but then delivered the wrong merchandise that was badly damaged and failed to refund the company’s money.    » read more »

February 07, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Sgt. Bradley J. Skelton, 40, of Gordonville, Missouri, died Feb. 6 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when his vehicle struck an improvised explosive device during combat operations.

He was assigned to the 1138th Engineer Company, 35th Engineer Brigade, Missouri Army National Guard, Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.

Source: DoD

February 7, 2008 -- Jefferson City, Mo. — Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon today reached two settlements with pharmaceutical giant Merck that will provide $16 million in reimbursement for the Medicaid program. The settlements resolve allegations that Merck shortchanged rebates paid to the Medicaid program.    » read more »

February 6, 2008 -- JEFFERSON CITY - Missouri Governor Matt Blunt today issued the following statement commending Chief Justice Laura Denvir Stith for her announcement that the Judicial Appellate Commission will move towards a more transparent selection process.

“I commend Judge Stith for taking action to address some of the concerns I raised last summer about the Commission’s process of selecting Supreme Court judges.    » read more »

February 5, 2008, WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that federal disaster aid has been made available for Missouri to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding during the period of January 7-10, 2008.    » read more »

February 5, 2008 -- Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Bush's major disaster declaration issued for Missouri.

Assistance for the State and Affected Local Governments Can Include as Required:    » read more »

February 5, 2008 -- The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Missouri and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding during the period of January 7-10, 2008.    » read more »

06 February 2008 -- U.S. law enforcement officials say at least 11 people have been killed and dozens injured as tornadoes and thunderstorms tore through parts of the U.S. south.

The U.S. National Weather Service reports severe weather swept across the lower Mississippi Valley, Southern Plains and Midwest Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Reports of tornadoes, wind damage and hail came from Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Texas, and Missouri.    » read more »

Governor Announces Nine Counties Receive Public Assistance

February 5, 2008 -- JEFFERSON CITY– Missouri Governor Matt Blunt announced President George W. Bush approved his request for nine Counties to receive Disaster Public Assistance for the January 2008 severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding in Southwest and South Central Missouri.    » read more »

February 04, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Spc. Matthew F. Straughter, 27, of St. Charles, Missouri, died Jan 31 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when his vehicle was struck by a rocket propelled grenade.

He was assigned to the 1138th Engineer Company, 35th Engineer Brigade, Missouri National Guard, Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.

Source: DoD

February 4, 2008 -- ARLINGTON, VA -- U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced a host of new legislative endorsements from the state of Missouri.

"Our next president must be a leader who can tackle our nation's challenges and make the most of its opportunities," said State Representative Tim Flook. "I believe that John McCain is that leader. He is equipped with a lifetime of experience. He leans heavily on time-tested conservative principles, and he alone is ready to serve as commander in chief from day one. I am honored to support John McCain for president."    » read more »

February 1, 2008 -- JEFFERSON CITY- Missouri Governor Matt Blunt is pleased to support the United States Navy’s decision to name a new Virginia Class Attack Submarine the USS MISSOURI in recognition of Missouri’s continued support for our nation’s military.    » read more »

January 30, 2008 -- JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Governor Matt Blunt today signed legislation making $10 million available to help enhance the efforts of the Missouri Department of Conservation.

“As I have visited with Missourians in every corner of our state I am always impressed by the natural wonders that exist right here in our own backyards,” Gov. Blunt. “This legislation will help ensure that future generations of Missourians will be able to enjoy the natural beauty of Missouri.”    » read more »

January 29, 2008 -- JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Mike Huckabee announced the endorsement of 31 Missouri legislators during a news conference Tuesday in Jefferson City, Mo. Huckabee spoke to a standing-room-only crowd of about 250 people in a conference room of the Associated Industries of Missouri building.
Since he is from neighboring Arkansas, Huckabee said he has certain kinship with Missouri.    » read more »