U.S. Travel Safety & Disruptions: Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe declared a state of emergency after dangerous flash flooding hit central, south-central, and southeastern parts of the state, activating the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan as rescues and response efforts continue. Water & Outdoor Safety: Table Rock Lake tubing accidents are prompting a safety warning from Missouri State Highway Patrol, with troopers stressing drivers should keep open water, avoid risky speeds, and raise an orange flag when someone is down. Family Travel Alerts: A 3-year-old drowned at Two Sons Beach on the Elk River in McDonald County, and separate reports note other serious crashes across the state, including a fatal I-55 crash in Perry County. Railroad Tourism: The Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive is scheduled for a whistle stop in Pacific on Monday, July 20, with downtown activities planned around the stop. Local Road Planning: MoDOT work is set to bring closures and detours in Nixa as crews rebuild approaches tied to a roundabout project. Lodging & Visitor Tips: Orkin’s bed bug rankings highlight travel-season risk, naming Greenville and Myrtle Beach among the worst U.S. hotspots. Food & Travel Economy: A major Hardee’s franchisee filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy, closing 77 restaurants across multiple states including Missouri. Big Events: Kansas City is working to return to normal after World Cup crowds, with road projects resuming and transit activity adjusting.