Today, Governor Mike Kehoe requested that President Donald Trump approve a major disaster declaration to provide federal assistance to six counties that sustained major damage as a result of a cluster of severe storms that swept through the area and produced eight tornadoes on April 29. The counties are Barry, Greene, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton and Washington.
Today, during a ceremony at the Missouri State Capitol, Missouri National Guard Adjutant General Charles D. Hausman was promoted to the rank of Major General.
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Senate Bill (SB) 1 into law, supporting fair compensation and access for county officials.
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.
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.
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.