Governor Kehoe Announces Memorial Services Honoring Former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond
Orders U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at government buildings statewide beginning today through May 22, 2025
Governor Kehoe Signs Senate Bill 1 Into Law, Supporting Fair Compensation and Access for County Officials
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Senate Bill (SB) 1 into law, supporting fair compensation and access for county officials.
Governor Kehoe Signs HB 810, Renaming a Portion of Highway 60 in Newton County in Honor of Natalie and Davy Lloyd
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed legislation renaming a portion of Highway 60 in Newton County in honor of Natalie and David (Davy) Lloyd, the eldest daughter and son-in-law of former State Representative Ben Baker, who were tragically murdered last year while serving as missionaries in Haiti.
Governor Kehoe Statement on the Passing of Former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced the passing of former U.S. Senator and Missouri Governor, Christopher S. “Kit” Bond. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, whose life’s work was dedicated to serving Missouri, Kit Bond died on May 13, 2025, in St. Louis at 86 years old.
Governor Kehoe released the following statement:
“Kit Bond was a skilled statesman, public servant, and a man who truly loved Missouri. I am blessed to have known Kit and honored to call him a friend and a mentor.
Governor Kehoe Announces Appointments to Missouri School Funding Modernization Task Force
Task Force to review and recommend updates to Missouri's K-12 school funding model
Governor Kehoe's Schedule for May 12 - 16, 2025
Next week, Governor Mike Kehoe will attend several meetings and events across the state and host several groups and organizations for meet and greets in the Governor's Office.
Governor Kehoe Reports on Success of Operation Relentless Pursuit One Month After the Anti-Crime Effort Began Operations
From April 7-May 4, teams have made or assisted in 148 felony arrests of wanted fugitives and cleared 251 warrants
Governor Kehoe Announces One Appointment to the Missouri Sentencing Advisory Commission, Fills Two County Vacancies
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced one appointment to the Missouri Sentencing Advisory Commission and filled two county vacancies.
Jessica Cole, of Noel, was appointed as the McDonald County Clerk.
Ms. Cole currently serves as the human resources director for the McDonald County Clerk's Office. She is an active member of the McDonald County Republican Club, Pineville Schools Parent Teacher Organization, and Elk River Baptist Church. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Iowa.
Governor Kehoe Announces FEMA to Participate in Joint Damage Assessments for April 28-29 Storms in Southern Missouri
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will participate in joint Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDAs) of public infrastructure in six counties following the severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes that heavily damaged areas of southwest and southeast Missouri from April 28 to 29.
Governor Kehoe Orders Capitol Dome Lighted Green in Recognition of Mental Health Awareness
Governor Mike Kehoe has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine green beginning at sunrise on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, until sunrise on Thursday, May 8, 2025, in recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month and May 4 - 10, 2025, as Children’s Mental Health Week.