Ryan Pivoney is the Missouri state government reporter at the Jefferson City News Tribune. He covers the state's executive branch, state departments, Missouri Senate, Lincoln University and State Technical College of Missouri. Pivoney began his career in journalism with the News Tribune in 2021 after graduating from Truman State University with a degree in communication and a journalism concentration and political science minor.
Corrections Department wrangling with severe staffing shortages in some prisons, officials say
Some Corrections Department employees in Missouri are working unsustainable levels of overtime due to staffing shortages, advocates for corrections officers said.
Jun. 19 2021 @ 11:10pm
Special session over Missouri's Medicaid funding in question
Missouri lawmakers likely are not headed back to Jefferson City at the start of next week, as Gov. Mike Parson is no longer expected to issue a call for a special session to approve Medicaid funding.
Jun. 18 2021 @ 4:45pm
Missouri governor, AG stand by gun law after DOJ intervention
Missouri's governor and attorney general are maintaining their stance on new state gun legislation despite criticism from the U.S. Justice Department.
Jun. 17 2021 @ 4:15pm
Missouri's unemployment rate edges higher
Missouri's unemployment rate increased by a tenth of a percentage in May, from 4.1 percent in April to 4.
Jun. 16 2021 @ 11:05pm
Strategy to amp up Missouri workforce revisited
As the workforce and job market shift, the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development is looking to create a strategic plan to adapt.
Jun. 15 2021 @ 11:10pm
New Missouri law limits length of public health restrictions
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed a local government omnibus bill, parts of which limits local public health orders and prohibits vaccine passports, into law Tuesday.
Jun. 15 2021 @ 10:25am
Lincoln University seeking firm for presidential search
LU's Board of Curators met Monday to approve a request for proposals to solicit bids from search firms. A firm will be chosen to do the work of finding applicants for the university's president and vice president of academic affairs and provost positions.
Jun. 14 2021 @ 11:05pm
State, employers explore new paths to get Missourians back to work
As Missouri climbs out of the major unemployment spike created by the COVID-19 pandemic, the state and some of its major employers are looking at how best to engage with a shifting workforce.
Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm
State IT employee is award-winning problem-solver
JoAnn Harbison likes to solve problems, particularly when she can use technology to do so to help everyday people.
Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm
Parson signs livestock inspection law
Gov. Mike Parson signed legislation Thursday limiting who can inspect certain agricultural production facilities around the state of Missouri.
Jun. 10 2021 @ 11:05pm
LU curators set timeline for presidential search
Lincoln University's Board of Curators took up a number of items in its meeting Thursday, including an executive search timeline, technology needs and a quarter-million-dollar purchase.
Jun. 10 2021 @ 11:05pm
Missouri Department of Natural Resources director dies
Words of condolences and promises to carry on a vision for the state's natural resources were expressed Wednesday upon the death of Missouri's Department of Natural Resources director.
Jun. 9 2021 @ 11:05pm
Tax credit may open door for more Capitol Complex repairs
More interior renovation and maintenance projects for Jefferson City's Capitol Complex could soon come to fruition with help from donors.
Jun. 9 2021 @ 12:05am
Parson signs SB 63 drug monitor program bill
Gov. Mike Parson signed legislation creating the Joint Oversight Task Force for Prescription Drug Monitoring on Monday evening, making Missouri the last state in the nation to implement a statewide prescription drug monitoring program.
Jun. 8 2021 @ 1:30am
Big increase in state's revenue called fluke
While Missouri's revenue picture is doing better than expected, the 128 percent increase in general revenues reported for May is simply an aberration due to an additional income tax due date this year, the state's budget director said.
Jun. 8 2021 @ 12:05am
Two Jefferson City residents among 15 appointed to posts by governor
Gov. Mike Parson announced 15 appointments to various boards and commissions Thursday, naming two Jefferson City locals to appointed positions.
Jun. 6 2021 @ 12:05am
Interim LU president aspires to make job permanent
As a basketball coach, John Moseley is used to the speed and precision of a fast break. As interim president of Lincoln University, his first week left him breathless.
Jun. 6 2021 @ 12:05am
Missouri prison visits to resume
For the first time in more than 14 months, visitation at all Missouri prison facilities will be available for vaccinated offenders.
Jun. 4 2021 @ 12:05am
Commission approves $3.2B transportation budget for Missouri
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission approved a $3.2 billion budget that includes more funding for Amtrak, pay increases for workers and port improvements.
Jun. 3 2021 @ 12:10am
FAFSA Frenzy for federal student aid on tap in Jefferson City today
Missouri's Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development is offering free assistance in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to prospective and current students around the state.
Jun. 2 2021 @ 12:05am