Defense & Industry: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awarded Conti Federal Services a $74.8 million contract to build a B-21 radio-frequency hangar at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, with work targeted to finish by Sept. 25, 2029—supporting the Air Force’s next-generation bomber program. Healthcare Leadership: SSM Health announced a leadership shake-up in Oklahoma and Mid-Missouri, promoting Stacy Coleman to lead St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City after a reported $26 million turnaround in Midwest City. Logistics & Safety: A UPS worker in Missouri, Paul Roberts of St. Charles, was fatally struck by a vehicle at a UPS facility days before retirement, according to local reports. Local Business & Growth: ArcBest signaled stronger momentum ahead of its third-quarter report, citing August revenue and tonnage gains and expecting $8 million to $10 million in operating income for the quarter. Retail Expansion: Costco says it will open a new Lee’s Summit, Missouri warehouse in October as part of a broader push adding 10 locations across nine states. Housing Policy: New HUD-assisted housing rankings show Jackson County leading Missouri with 19,934 Housing Choice Vouchers in 2025, while other counties’ totals vary widely. Sports Betting: Missouri’s first full NFL season is underway with legal sports betting, and the state gaming commission says it’s on track to reach its $25 million first-year tax goal. Radio Deals: One Media filed a $225,000 purchase of two Missouri stations—KHST and WMBH—plus a Joplin translator, expanding its local radio footprint.