AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation Leadership: Missouri’s Board of Education unanimously named Stacey Preis interim commissioner, tasking her with keeping DESE momentum on A-F report cards, targeted school support, real-world pathways, and safe, healthy schools. Tragedy & Public Safety: A skydiving plane crash near Butler Memorial Airport killed 12 people, including 11 skydivers and a pilot; federal investigators (NTSB/FAA) are now examining wreckage as families and the tight-knit skydiving community mourn. Health Policy: Final federal rules for Medicaid work requirements are out, spelling out what millions of enrollees must do to keep coverage—an issue Missouri advocates say many people may not yet be aware of. Local Culture & Community: Evangel University student Johnathan Peak was recognized as a 2026 Missouri Teacher Leader of Tomorrow, earning mentorship and coaching through the Missouri Milken Educators program. Sports & Global Culture: As the 2026 World Cup ramps up in Kansas City, England’s camp faced setbacks tied to an ICE-linked charter plane, while Missouri hosts more World Cup-related community activity. Business & Lifestyle: Gov. Mike Kehoe announced Amazon will build a $10 billion data center in Montgomery City, promising 400 jobs and addressing electric service costs. Arts & Design: A Missouri kitchen design feature highlights how local designers focus on how people move and live in a space—not just surfaces. Pop Culture: Omari Collins discusses performing in Kinky Boots and the work behind dancing in heels, with a local donation drive tied to the show.
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