Education Policy: Missouri’s Board of Education approved an A–F grading framework, but districts won’t see grades publicly until at least mid-November as DESE runs simulations and districts review metrics first. School Funding: The board declined to pursue a roughly $300 million increase to fully fund the state school aid formula, choosing to request the same amount schools get this year. Public Health & Safety: Boone Health EMS earned Missouri EMS for Children’s Pediatric Ready designation after reviewing pediatric equipment, training, and readiness practices. Community Health Grants: Joplin Health Department received grants for dementia education toolkits and safe-driving materials, including car and booster seats. Culture & Community Service: ServMO helped pack more than 626,000 meals across Missouri for families in need as part of the Sept. 11 remembrance effort. Civic Life & Learning: The Missouri Supreme Court’s new Judicial Discovery Center is drawing student attention, while Missouri’s education system continues to reshape how schools are evaluated. Sports & Local Flavor: Crown Royal launched “Royal Rituals” with Sports Illustrated to spotlight game-day traditions. Higher Ed Watch: University of Missouri is investigating allegations tied to a surfaced video about DEI practices. Politics & Voting: The U.S. Supreme Court again rejected Missouri’s Trump-backed congressional map, raising the odds of different House districts for November than those used in the August primary.