St. Louis encourages residents to recycle Christmas trees for mulching and fish habitats; decorations must be removed. Various drop-off spots are provided until Jan. 19.

Ferguson City Hall provides a dumpster for residents to dispose of extra holiday trash, urging courteous use and prohibiting overfilling or leaving items beside it.

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources awards $4.8 million to Rocky Mount Sewer District to improve wastewater infrastructure, benefitting homes and condos with a cost-saving package from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund.

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources awarded Springfield a $10 million grant to revitalize its stormwater system, which will improve the Jordan Creek area and reduce downtown flooding.

The Missouri Department of Economic Development highlights the economic achievements during Governor Mike Parson's tenure, including job creation, investments, and community development.

Jefferson City residents can discuss flooding issues at a public meeting on January 8, 2025, with federal and state officials regarding the Lower Missouri Jefferson City spin-off study draft report.

Moberly receives a $62,500 grant from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to plan a new sewer connection in the Orton Lane area, aiming to improve infrastructure and comply with regulations.

A Missouri judge ruled that Governor Parson has the authority to appoint the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney, a decision favored by the state over local preferences.

Governor Mike Parson of Missouri cleared the backlog of clemency requests, granting 16 pardons and nine commutations as confirmed in a December 20th, 2024, statement.

Governor Mike Parson appointed three judges—Jennifer A. Richardson, Jayne A. Pearman, and Michael R. Dauphin—to Missouri's 10th, 13th, and 22nd Judicial Circuits.

Michael R. Dauphin has been appointed as an associate circuit judge in Missouri's 22nd Judicial Circuit Court, succeeding the role previously held by Heather J. Hays.

Dallas DeWeese, a Missouri teacher, receives the Milken Educator Award for his innovative and holistic teaching approach, school involvement, and leadership.

Homer G. Phillips Memorial Hospital in St. Louis suspended operations, causing job losses. City officials, including Mayor Jones, are coordinating efforts to support affected workers.