JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Following a weekend traveling the state showing support for those that served in the military, Missouri’s Governor kicked off the work with by announcing his pick for the next-Attorney General.
On Tuesday, Gov. Mike Parson appointed the state’s chief financial officer to take over as the next attorney general, filling the position soon-to-be vacated my Missouri’s new U.S. Senator-elect. Missouri Treasurer Eric Schmitt will serve the rest of Josh Hawley’s term as the chief law enforcement officer.
“It was important to appoint someone who has already been thoroughly vetted by the people of Missouri. Eric is someone who I highly respect, personally trust, and have full confidence to serve as Missouri’s chief law enforcement officer,” said Parson.
Parson also recognized the exemplary service a more than a dozen first responders in Missouri, presenting medals and dedicating the day to recognizing public safety officers.
Parson presented five different Missouri Public Safety Medals for exemplary service to Missouri first responders from across the state and civilians who assisted first responders in emergency situations during 2017. In total, Parson recognized 20 individuals in Jefferson City and 33 individuals in St. Louis.
Parson awards medals to first responders, dedicated day to Missouri public safety recognition
He also worked to encourage Missourians to become more educated on adoption. Parson issued a proclamation in honor of Adoption Awareness Month.
Governor Parson issued a proclamation to encourage Missourians to become more informed about adoption and consider opening their home and heart to the amazing children and youth in foster care. #AdoptionAwarenessMonth pic.twitter.com/OW8LU0WL0c
— Governor Mike Parson (@GovParsonMO) November 13, 2018
Jefferson City welcomed dog trainer Brandon McMillan on Wednesday.
Jefferson City hosted trainer Brandon McMillan, from @CBSLuckyDog. Our local Capital City CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) volunteer, Lisa Bax has a pup named Olive trained by Lucky Dog as a therapy dog. Olive has comforted more than 100 children in the courtroom. pic.twitter.com/MmOrGXqLSw
— Governor Mike Parson (@GovParsonMO) November 15, 2018
On Thursday, Parson and the First Lady of Missouri traveled to Washington, D.C. for the annual Jobs for American graduates conference. They also visit Arlington National Cemetery.
We are in Washington, D.C., for the @JAGnational conference, and @FirstLadyTeresa and I are so proud of the work @JAGMissouri has done this year -- assisting young people in high school completion and skills training as they enter the workforce. #MissouriForward pic.twitter.com/2F5YKbLOB4
— Governor Mike Parson (@GovParsonMO) November 15, 2018
It was very meaningful for Teresa and I to get the chance to visit @ArlingtonNatl and witness the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We met Private First Class Jeffs from Utah. #HonorThem pic.twitter.com/psTQwhfGd5
— Governor Mike Parson (@GovParsonMO) November 16, 2018
Parson put a spotlight on Ceres coming down from her perch atop the Capitol for the first time in 94 years.
Come visit @Ceres_MO in the media parking lot between the South lawn and High Street. She enjoys talking about Missouri Agriculture and where to find the best view of Jefferson City. #CeresMO pic.twitter.com/Mn6CSQRVqP
— Governor Mike Parson (@GovParsonMO) November 15, 2018
Alisha Shurr was a reporter for The Missouri Times and The Missouri Times Magazine. She joined The Missouri Times in January 2018 after working as a copy editor for her hometown newspaper in Southern Oregon. Alisha is a graduate of Kansas State University.
