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Governor Kehoe Recognizes Thirty Years of State of Missouri Partnership with Panama
Governor Mike Kehoe announced today that he will lead a Missouri delegation to the Republic of Panama, August 5-8, to celebrate 30 years of the Missouri National Guard's partnership with Panama, as well as promote the state as a prime destination for global business investment and expansion.
Governor Kehoe Announces Appointments to the State Board of Education
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced two gubernatorial appointments to the State Board of Education.
Governor Kehoe Requests Federal Disaster Declaration in Response to June 4-18 Damaging Severe Storms
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced he has requested that President Donald J. Trump approve a major disaster declaration to provide federal assistance to nine counties in response to historic flash flooding and severe storms July 9-11. This marks Missouri's third federal disaster declaration request of 2026.

About the Governor

Governor Mike Kehoe speaking at the podium during his Inauguration

Mike Kehoe 58th Governor of Missouri

Mike Kehoe was sworn in as Missouri’s 58th Governor on January 13, 2025. Guided by a lifelong dedication to public service and a commitment to Missouri families, Governor Kehoe has made public safety, education, economic development, and agriculture the cornerstones of his administration.

Raised as the youngest of six children by a single mother who worked tirelessly to support her family, Governor Kehoe learned the value of hard work and resilience at an early age. Starting his career washing cars at 15, he advanced through the automotive industry to become one of the youngest Ford dealers in the nation.

The Governor’s entrepreneurial success and leadership skills in his early career naturally drew him to public service, where he could use his experience to improve the lives of Missouri families and strengthen the state’s economy.

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