Nominate an Educator for Missouri Teacher of the Year Ms. Megan Edwards Tue, 01/14/2025 - 08:22 Read more about Nominate an Educator for Missouri Teacher of the Year Nominations are now being accepted for Regional Teacher of the Year, the first step in the process to become next year’s Missouri Teacher of the Year. Nominations are due by April 14, 2025, and are anonymous unless otherwise requested. Nominations can be made through the online Teacher of the Year nomination form here ..read more

Governor-Elect Kehoe Announces Major Michael A. Turner as Missouri State Highway Patrol Superintendent Madelyn.Warren Fri, 01/10/2025 - 18:33 December 26, 2024 Jefferson City Today, Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe announced Major Michael A. Turner as the 25th Superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP). Major Turner will assume the role of Superintendent following the retirement of Colonel Eric T. Olson, effective February 1, 2025, and await Missouri Senate confirmation.“Appointing the next Superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol—one of the nation’s finest law enforcement ..read more

Governor-Elect Kehoe Announces Jessica Bax as Director of Missouri Department of Social Services Madelyn.Warren Fri, 01/10/2025 - 18:30 December 18, 2024 Jefferson City Today, Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe announced the appointment of Jessica (Jess) Bax as Director of the Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS). Bax will assume the role of DSS Director effective January 13, 2025, and await Missouri Senate confirmation.“Jess brings valuable experience working with state and local agencies and successfully building partnerships with stakeholders to this role,” said Governor-Elect Kehoe. “With h ..read more

Jefferson City, MO — David Wasinger was sworn in today as the 49th Lieutenant Governor of Missouri during a ceremony at the State Capitol. Wasinger took the oath of office administered by fellow Hannibal native and Missouri Supreme Court Chief Justice Mary Russell. “It is an honor to serve as Lieutenant Governor of the great ..read more

Governor Kehoe Signs Six Executive Orders, Launches Safer Missouri Initiative Madelyn.Warren Mon, 01/13/2025 - 16:25 January 13, 2025 Jefferson City Today, as his first official act in office, Governor Mike Kehoe took decisive action to prioritize public safety by signing six executive orders and officially launching his comprehensive Safer Missouri public safety initiative.Developed in close collaboration with law enforcement partners and representatives across all levels of law enforcement within the state, the Safer Missouri plan sets the stage for immediate and impactful action. The measur ..read more

Mike Kehoe Sworn In as 58th Governor of Missouri Madelyn.Warren Mon, 01/13/2025 - 15:18 January 13, 2025 Jefferson City Today, at a ceremony at the Missouri State Capitol, Mike Kehoe was sworn in as the 58th Governor of Missouri, marking a new chapter of leadership for the state.Building on his distinguished record of public service, successful business career, and an unwavering commitment to Missouri’s communities, Governor Kehoe vowed to honor the state’s rich legacy while forging an ambitious path toward a brighter future. With a focus on public safety, education, economic development, and ..read more

Governor-Elect Kehoe Announces Additional Governor’s Office Staff Appointments Madelyn.Warren Fri, 01/10/2025 - 18:42 January 9, 2025 Jefferson City Today, Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe announced the appointment of several additional individuals who will serve on his staff in the governor’s office. This announcement follows last week’s announcement of his senior staff appointments.“As we approach Inauguration Day, I’m proud of the team we’ve built and the talent and dedication of these public servants,” Governor-Elect Kehoe said. “I’m confident this team will work to deliver results on the is ..read more

Governor-Elect Kehoe Announces Brigadier General Charles D. Hausman as Adjutant General of the Missouri National Guard Madelyn.Warren Fri, 01/10/2025 - 18:41 January 8, 2025 Jefferson City Today, Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe announced the appointment of Brigadier General Charles D. Hausman as the next Adjutant General (TAG) of the Missouri National Guard (MONG), the state’s senior military officer.The Adjutant General change of command will take place February 1, 2025, following the selection of Major General Levon E. Cumpton to serve as the U.S. Army Europe and Africa’s Chief of Staff and Deputy ..read more

Governor-Elect Kehoe Announces Angela Nelson as Director of Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Madelyn.Warren Fri, 01/10/2025 - 18:39 January 7, 2025 Jefferson City Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe announced today the appointment of Angela L. Nelson as Director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI). Nelson will assume the role of DCI Director effective March 1, 2025, and await Missouri Senate confirmation.“I am pleased to have Angela joining my Cabinet to lead the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance,” said Governor-Elect Kehoe. “With her extensive industry ex ..read more

Governor-Elect Kehoe Announces Trish Vincent as Director of Missouri Department of Revenue Madelyn.Warren Fri, 01/10/2025 - 18:38 January 6, 2025 Jefferson City Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe announced today the appointment of Patricia E. (Trish) Vincent as Director of the Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR). Vincent will assume the role of DOR Director effective January 13, 2025, and await Missouri Senate confirmation.“I am proud to have Trish on our Cabinet team as we work to make our state agencies even more efficient and effective,” said Governor-Elect Kehoe. “With her experience and professio ..read more