Federal Policy & Health: The Trump administration directed federal agencies to stop funding gender-transition procedures for people under 18, reversing parts of the prior rule and setting up fresh legal fights involving states like Missouri. Missouri Politics & Voting: A Missouri judge ruled that referendum provisions can’t be used to challenge congressional redistricting, keeping a GOP-friendly map in place for the 2026 midterms. Community Care & Disability: A northeast Missouri pastor distributed autism sensory kits to first responders, aiming to help local agencies better support people on the spectrum. Local Culture & Tradition: Missouri officially recognized Eddie Gaedel Day, celebrating the St. Louis Browns legend with a growing Jefferson City community event. Public Safety & Daily Life: Missouri’s Highway Patrol urged back-to-school safety talks for kids and drivers, citing the toll of school-bus crashes. Arts & Events: Southeast Missouri State University hosts the International Horn Competition of America, with live-streamed semifinals and finals. Cashless Debate: A Springfield lawmaker is pushing a bill to require businesses to accept cash after complaints about cashless venues limiting kids’ access to concessions. Sports & Community: Ironton’s Kayden Edwards returns to wide receiver after quarterback time, following a standout run that helped the Fighting Tigers. Power & Weather: Storms left thousands without electricity in Wyandotte County, with restoration expected to take days. Arts, Faith & Inclusion: An Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Solon named an interim pastor for 12 to 18 months while it searches for a permanent leader. Culture & Food History: A feature traces how ice cream cones became an American staple, spotlighting the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair.