Nursing Home Litigation: A federal judge denied summary judgment in a Missouri skilled-nursing facility lease dispute, saying property owners’ fraud-inducement claims raise unresolved factual questions. Corporate Deals: ESCO Technologies completed its acquisition of Megger Group Limited, expanding its utility testing and monitoring business. Defense Contracting: Boeing won the U.S. Navy’s next-generation F/A-XX fighter work, reinforcing its lead in sixth-generation aircraft programs. Workforce Watch: A WARN notice says DSV Contract Logistics will end operations at a St. Louis 3PL site, cutting about 84 jobs starting in December. Franchise Growth: Clementine’s Ice Cream launched a franchise opportunity as it prepares new Kansas City-area parlors, while Pancheros named Missouri operator Davis Fresh-Mex its 2026 Franchisee of the Year. Healthcare Payments: The Trump administration began mailing $500 Obamacare refund checks to nearly 1 million people in 30 states, with eligibility tied to HealthCare.gov and lack of subsidies. Public Finance & Compliance: Missouri’s state auditor flagged Mercer County Sheriff’s Office control and policy issues in a new report. Local Business & Community: Sedalia’s EDSPC director was recognized for 10 years of economic development service, and a new northwest Missouri Directors Fund grant program opened for nonprofit projects.