Hospitality Expansion: My Place Hotels signed a multi-property Midwest deal with Lloyd Companies to build 10 new extended-stay hotels over five years, with Missouri and Ohio in the first phase and openings starting in early 2027. Public Safety & Oversight: An AP investigation says ICE detainees are dying by suicide at an “alarming” rate, raising fresh questions about mental health care and detention oversight in Missouri jails. Rural Broadband: Missouri’s rural internet push is making progress, but gaps remain as federal and state funding meets red tape and uneven local mapping. School Finance: SchoolBondFinder reports April K-12 bond votes saw about 80% passage (120 of 150) with Missouri among the most active states, as districts prioritize infrastructure and safety. Ag & Markets: Soybean oil futures are rallying on stronger biofuel demand tied to the Renewable Fuel Standard, though producers warn scaled-up production may be hard to meet. Local Housing Finance: Kansas City explores affordable housing via union pension-linked investment partnerships, aiming to connect builders, developers, and long-term capital. Healthcare Funding Pressure: Rural hospitals warn a $50B federal rural health package won’t fully offset looming Medicaid reimbursement cuts. Tech & Security: Ann Wagner flags growing Open Source Intelligence risks, urging smarter defenses against hostile actors using publicly available data.