COLUMBIA, Missouri, Aug. 13 (TNSjou) -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: * * * Early galaxies -- or something else? Mizzou scientists uncover mysterious objects in the universe Using data from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, University of Missouri researchers identified 300 unusual early galaxy candidates. * In a new study, scientists at the University of Missouri looked deep into the universe and found something unexpected. Using infrared images taken from N  more

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Aug. 13 -- The Missouri Department of Transportation issued the following news on Aug. 12, 2025: * * * Public invited to discuss High-Priority Unfunded Transportation MoDOT also gathering input on long-range transportation goals * ST. JOSEPH - The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is inviting the public to join the discussion on high-priority unfunded transportation needs at an upcoming meeting. Those attending will also be able to view information and   more

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Aug. 13 -- The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2025: * * * Missouri Continues Improvement in MAP Scores JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) released preliminary statewide 2024-25 Grade Level and End-of-Course (EOC) assessment data during the August 12 State Board of Education meeting. The results represent data from the required state assessments: En  more

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Aug. 13 -- The Missouri State Board of Education issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2025: * * * State Board of Education Approves to Reorganize Locations of Missouri Schools of the Severely Disabled SEDALIA, Mo. -- The State Board of Education (Board) approved to permanently close 12 DESE-operated Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD) by next year. This recommendation was made by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (D  more

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri, Aug. 13 -- Southeast Missouri State University issued the following news: * * * SEMO Students Tackle Real-World Projects in Historic Preservation At Southeast Missouri State University, students in the historic preservation program don't just study history, they live it, work with it and bring it to life for others. SEMO students are gaining unmatched hands-on experience while making a lasting impact on the communities around them. Whether helping install a Smithson  more

COLUMBIA, Missouri, Aug. 13 (TNSjou) -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: * * * Drones can more efficiently measure the health of corn plants, study finds Mizzou researchers are getting a drone's-eye view of corn stalks to help farmers better manage their crops through precision agriculture. * Researchers at the University of Missouri have found a mix of drones and AI can help farmers measure the health of their corn more efficiently. Instead of relying on handh  more