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The governor gave final approval June 26 for a bill naming Emmett Kelly Day in Missouri. 

The last Saturday in April of each year is designated as “Emmett Kelly Day” in Missouri. 

“The citizens of this state are encouraged to honor the life of Emmett Kelly, who was a famous circus performer, also known as Weary Willie, from Houston, Missouri” reads the bill.

The legislature gave final approval May 12 for the bill. 

Missouri’s Senate passed the bill by accepting additional designations made by the House.

Isaiah Buse has served as the publisher of the Houston Herald since 2023. He started with the organization in 2019, and achieved a bachelor's degree in business administration in 2023. He serves on the...

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