*Missouri Governor ? Michael L. Parson*

Office of Communications

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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*

July 3, 2023

*Governor Parson Orders Capitol Dome to Shine Red, White, and Blue for Fourth of July*

*(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) *? Today, Governor Mike Parson has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine red, white, and blue the evening of July 4, 2023, in celebration of the Independence Day holiday.

"Every year on the Fourth of July, we celebrate our country, founding?fathers, and all the men and women who have fought for and secured the freedoms we so enjoy today,"* Governor?Parson* said. "As we gather with our loved ones to partake in family traditions and remember the courage and sacrifice?of those who came before us, we are shining the capitol Red, White, and Blue to further?demonstrate Missouri's pride and patriotism for our great nation. Teresa and I wish all Missourians a happy and safe celebration this Independence Day."

Governor Parson has also directed all *_state offices to close_* at *12 p.m.* *today*,* July 3*, to allow state team members more time with their loved ones over the holiday.?

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*Contact: Kelli R. Jones*

Communications Director

Work:? 573-751-0765

Mobile: 573-508-9072

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.governor.mo.gov

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