Missouri Department of Corrections Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on September 10, 2025 - 19:07 GMT

Mending Lives: In the Restorative Justice program, residents hand-make textile products for children on the autism spectrum and ...

In the Restorative Justice program, residents hand-make textile products for children on the autism spectrum and the elderly while healing themselves within Story by Marcus Wilkins Timmy Jackson smooths the ragged seams of fabric spread on the table in …

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Published on September 10, 2025 - 19:07 GMT

Cradling Change: In Missouri’s first prison nursery, incarcerated moms find healing, hope — and the power of motherhood

In Missouri’s first prison nursery, incarcerated moms find healing, hope — and the power of motherhood Kathy Briggs holds newborn twins Lyric and Melody in the Prison Nursery Program housing wing at Women's Eastern Reception, Diagnostic & …

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Published on August 11, 2025 - 02:36 GMT

Earning the Save: Kansas City Royals pitcher Lucas Erceg visits Boonville Correctional Center to share his journey from the depths ...

Kansas City Royals pitcher Lucas Erceg visits Boonville Correctional Center to share his journey from the depths to the diamond Story and Photos by Marcus Wilkins Lucas Erceg spun the baseball in his sweaty palm, rotating the seams for a precise grip. …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 18:02 GMT

Quilting Donations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 11, 2025 Contact: Karen Pojmann, Communications Director Missouri Department of Corrections Karen.Pojmann@doc.mo.gov 573-522-1118 Thank you to everyone inspired by the Jenifer McShane-directed Netflix documentary The Quilters to …

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Published on June 10, 2025 - 22:45 GMT

Notice of Public Hearing Regarding Rules Governing the Missouri Parole Process

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2025 Contact: Karen Pojmann, Communications Director Missouri Department of Corrections Karen.Pojmann@doc.mo.gov 573-522-1118 Notice of Public Hearing Executive Order 25-07 requires the Missouri Parole Board and the Missouri …

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Published on June 3, 2025 - 19:00 GMT

Action Heroes: Six Department of Corrections employees earn the Director’s Award of Valor

Six Department of Corrections employees earn the Director’s Award of Valor When Ashley and Matt Downs pulled onto Highway 50 near Eastland Drive in Jefferson City, thick smoke still hung in the July air from an event they had obviously just missed. The …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 18:28 GMT

Incubating Hope: New prison nursery program helps incarcerated moms bond with their babies, learn parenting skills and access ...

New prison nursery program helps incarcerated moms bond with their babies, learn parenting skills and access programming. Peer caregivers at Women's Eastern Reception, Diagnostic & Correctional Center in Vandalia support incarcerated moms and their …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 18:27 GMT

Uplifting and Connecting: Connections to Success and the Missouri Department of Corrections are partnering to prepare soon-to-be-...

Connections to Success and the Missouri Department of Corrections are partnering to prepare soon-to-be-released Missourians for fulfilling new jobs and new lives after prison Story by Marcus Wilkins As Tyrone Harris expertly maneuvers his forklift across …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 18:27 GMT

Redesigned and Redefined: The Missouri Department of Corrections and the University of Missouri have teamed up to rethink living ...

The Missouri Department of Corrections and the University of Missouri have teamed up to rethink living spaces in prisons, thus improving the lives of residents and staff. Story by Marcus Wilkins A washing machine sloshes rhythmically while a resident pulls …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 18:27 GMT

Reel Hope: A collaboration with the Missouri Department of Conservation unites Southeast Correctional Center residents and ...

A collaboration with the Missouri Department of Conservation unites Southeast Correctional Center residents and families for a fun-filled morning of fishing activities. Story by Marcus Wilkins Zya Williams squinted through the murky water at a bullhead …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 17:03 GMT

24 Things the Missouri Department of Corrections Did in 2024

2024 was a year of firsts for the Missouri Department of Corrections. Our agency opened the nation’s first prison-based tattoo apprenticeship and first hands-on corrections training academy. We hosted Missouri’s first prison TEDx event and first combined …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 23:15 GMT

Keeping it Real: The refurbished Western Missouri Correctional Center is now the Academy for Excellence in Corrections, an ...

The refurbished Western Missouri Correctional Center is now the Academy for Excellence in Corrections, an authentic environment for effectively training staff. Story by Marcus Wilkins, photos by Garry Brix Training Tech Ryan Brownlow teaches a class in the …

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Published on November 12, 2024 - 18:43 GMT

A Permanent Mark: Alex Bonebrake designed one of the nation’s first prison-based tattoo apprenticeship programs. Take a peek ...

Story by Marcus Wilkins, photos and videos by Maya Bell Residents in the tattoo apprenticeship program practice their skills at Western Reception, Diagnostic & Correctional Center. As Alex Bonebrake recounts the event that forever changed the course of …

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Published on November 11, 2024 - 00:33 GMT

Scanning for Safety: The Department of Corrections implements full-body scanners for staff and visitors

Department implements full-body scanners for staff and visitors It’s no secret that the methods for sneaking dangerous contraband into corrections facilities are creative and everchanging. Children’s toys, religious books, legal documents, trash, food and …

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Published on November 11, 2024 - 00:33 GMT

Exceeding Expectations: A dozen Department of Corrections employees earn the Director’s Award of Valor for going above and beyond ...

Story by Marcus Wilkins, photos by Garry Brix Missouri Department of Corrections Acting Director Trevor Foley presents the Director's Award of Valor to eight members of the Eastern Reception, Diagnostic & Correctional Center team, who saved …

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Published on August 1, 2024 - 20:04 GMT

Statement Regarding the Investigation into the Death of Othel Moore

June 28, 2024 The Cole County Sheriff’s Department has completed its investigation into the death of Othel Moore at Jefferson City Correctional Center in Jefferson City, Missouri. Moore died Dec. 8, 2023, while in a restraint system designed to prevent …

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Published on June 28, 2024 - 19:31 GMT

Honor & Privilege: With help from ACC staff, Honor Dorm residents are finding success — and the program is garnering accolades.

With help from ACC staff, Honor Dorm residents are finding success — and the program is garnering accolades. Story by Marcus Wilkins | Video by Maya Bell | Photos by Garry Brix Meet the residents of the Algoa Correctional Center Honor Dorm. VIDEO It’s a …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 18:00 GMT

23 Things the Missouri Department of Corrections Did in 2023

2023 was a big year for the Missouri Department of Corrections. Missouri was the first state in the U.S. to join a national initiative to improve reentry outcomes for people leaving prison. Our department became a national model for honor housing programs …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 18:00 GMT

Governor Parson presents three state teams with the Governor’s Award for Quality and Productivity, recognizing continuous ...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. —Today, Gov. Mike Parson and the Office of Administration recognized three state teams with the 2023 Governor’s Award for Quality and Productivity. The award acknowledges accomplishments that serve as an example of continuous …

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Published on January 18, 2024 - 20:38 GMT

Trevor Foley Named Department of Corrections Acting Director

Nov. 30, 2023 Dear Corrections Family: As my time with this department winds down, I want to take a moment to thank you for the outpouring of love and support you have shown Matt and me over the last few weeks. Your kind words and gestures mean more to us …

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