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Governor Mike Kehoe has signed Executive Order 25-29, declaring a drought alert in Missouri until December 1, 2025.

Currently, the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that all or portions of 85 Missouri counties and the City of St. Louis are experiencing moderate, severe, or extreme drought conditions. The executive order declares a Drought Alert in these Missouri counties and any additional county that begins experiencing moderate drought conditions.

Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced eight gubernatorial appointments.

Laura Arnold, Ph.D., of Webster Groves, was appointed to the Missouri Juvenile Justice Advisory Group.

Governor Mike Kehoe has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine blue beginning at sunrise on Thursday, September 18, 2025, until sunrise on Friday, September 19, 2025, in recognition of the United Way of Central Missouri celebrating 100 years of service to the region.

Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced the release of the Executive

Governor Mike Kehoe has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine orange beginning at sunrise on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, until sunrise on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, in recognition of September as Hunger Action Month.

Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced a judicial appointment to the 35th Judicial Circuit.

Beth "LeAnn" Below, of Parma, was appointed as the Associate Circuit Judge for Stoddard County in the 35th Judicial Circuit.

Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that he has issued a proclamation to convene the General Assembly for a special session to enact legislation establishing updated congressional districts for the State of Missouri and amending the state’s initiative petition process.

The One Hundred Third General Assembly will convene for the Second Extraordinary Session of the First Regular Session in Jefferson City on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.

Today, in honor of Missouri State Representative Kenneth "Ken" Waller, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in the State of Missouri for one full day on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from sunrise to sunset.