Press Releases
The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that Danielle Briot will serve as its new Director for the Division of Strategy and Performance, which informs DED’s strategic planning, program development, and performance management.
The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that it will award a total of $291,000 through the Military Community Reinvestment Grant Program (MCRG) to the Leonard Wood Institute and City of Saint Joseph. The grant awards will benefit Fort Leonard Wood and the City of St. Joseph while supporting their communities and potential for future investments.
Hudson Industries, DBA Green’s Welding and Sales (GWS), a manufacturer of livestock feeding and handling equipment, announced today that it will expand in Appleton City, investing more than $1.7 million and creating 7 new jobs. The company’s expansion includes the addition of an 18,900-square-foot production area that will nearly double its production. While construction is now complete, the
ServMO has announced the recipients of the 2026 MLK Day of Service Mini-Grants, which support local organizations across Missouri in hosting volunteer projects that honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in January 2026.
“We’re grateful for the organizations across Missouri that are leading efforts to uplift their neighbors, expand volunteerism, and make a positive