Jefferson City woman to lead Missouri Geological Survey
Jefferson City resident Carey Bridges is set to become Missouri's new state geologist and the director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resour...
Jefferson City resident Carey Bridges is set to become Missouri's new state geologist and the director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources' Geological Survey.Bridges will step into her new role Nov. 15, according to a Missouri Department of Natural Resources news release. The position was formerly held by Joe Gillman, who retired Oct. 1 after 14 years on the job."I'm honored to serve Missourians as the new state geologist," Bridges said in the release. "I look forward to leading the dedicated team members at the Missouri Geological Survey and helping Missouri communities thrive by providing the best scientific data to protect our natural resources and ensure the safety and economic well-being of Missouri citizens.