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In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Jefferson City School District Superintendent Bryan McGraw about an April 4  bond issue that, if passed, would allow the district to build a new early childhood center, renovate both middle schools and expand Nichols Career Center, among other things.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with JC Parks Cultural Arts Specialist Leann Porrello about a cultural arts master plan for Jefferson City , which had a public meeting Tuesday as an initial step in the process. The plan is meant to guide the city in enhancing the community’s quality of life through arts and culture. To share feedback with the consulting firm, Keen Independent Rese...

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Ann Bax, who reflects on her tenure as United Way of Central Missouri president. Bax recently announced she is stepping down as president, a role she has helmed for 13 years.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Jefferson City Police Chief Eric Wilde about city ordinances on Amendment 3 as he encourages education on recreational marijuana regulations.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with solar technician Seth Cain, who gives a breakdown on how solar power works.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Ken Hussey about his experience and perspective as a volunteer at Jefferson City Room at the Inn, a volunteer-staffed shelter that provides a place for people to stay overnight during the winter. Shelters in Jefferson City are nearing capacity this winter as the number of people seeking warmth from overnight cold and approaching Jefferson City...

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Aaron Jeffries, deputy director of the Missouri Department of Conservation, about the history of the conservation department and challenges and opportunities facing conservation in the state. Want a chance to win a free three-week subscription to the News Tribune? Make sure to take our readership survey here!

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with MoDOT Director Patrick McKenna about transportation issues in the state.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with The Pantry JC board member Karen Sholes about the local nonprofit, which is  struggling to meet demand as food prices continue to rise.  To learn more about The Pantry JC, visit its  Facebook page  or  thepantryjc.org.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with reporter Cameron Gerber about the legalization of recreational marijuana and what it looks like from an employer , police and legislative perspective.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with State Government Reporter Ryan Pivoney about the  2023 legislative session , which begins today. Click here for a fun reminder on how a bill becomes a law!

In this week’s episode, we have a very special guest. Editor Gary Castor chats with Santa Claus, who came from the North Pole to spill some secrets about how he delivers presents all over the world in one night, how he became St. Nick, and how to make sure you’re on the nice list.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Lee Henry, also known as “Santa Lee, the little Santa,” about why he’s always wanted to be Santa Claus, what he learned in Santa school and what he does to spread Christmas cheer.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with JC Parks Cultural Arts Specialist Leann Porrello about Porchfestmas, a holiday event scheduled for 4-7 p.m. Dec. 11 on Forest Hill Ave. Click here to learn more about Porchfestmas, and click here to learn more about other upcoming holiday events.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Living Windows event chairwoman Cara Stark about the annual holiday event , which is scheduled for 5:45-9 p.m. Dec. 2.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Managing Editor/HER Magazine Editor Molly Morris about the November/December issue of HER Magazine. Pick up a copy at 210 Monroe St. or check it out at newstribune.com/her .

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Amber Brondel, marketing and events director of the United Way of Central Missouri, about this year’s United Way fundraising campaign, which raised more than $2.4 million — continuing about a decade of record-setting efforts. Click here to read more about the campaign and Victory Celebration event.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Public Transit Advisory Committee chairwoman Angela Hirsch about JeffTran and a  proposed fare increase. To download the DoubleMap app for JeffTran, click  here  for Androids and  here  for iPhones.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Missouri First Lady Teresa Parson and Missouri Governor's Mansion Director Shari Childs about the upcoming Parson Family Fall Festival, and Parson gives a sneak peak into upcoming festivities for the holidays.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Lincoln University Police Chief Gary Hill about  misperceptions of crime on campus and Lincoln University’s police academy.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with River City Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Susan Cook-Williams about the upcoming  Capital City Housing Conference , where there will be panel discussions about the challenges and opportunities facing housing in Jefferson City and a  report on a recent Jefferson City housing assessment . To purchase tickets to the conference, click  her...

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with local realtor Beth McGeorge about the current housing market in Mid-Missouri and where it may be going next.

In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with JC Parks Cultural Arts Specialist Leann Porrello and Special Events Program Manager Phil Stiles about Jefferson City's fall 2022 PorchFest, which takes place 1-4 p.m. Sunday at Forest Hill Ave. 

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Managing Editor/HER Magazine Editor Molly Morris about the latest issue of HER Magazine. Pick up a free copy at 210 Monroe St. or check it out at newstribune.com/her/ .  

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Rep. Rudy Veit about the Missouri legislative special session and veto session, which starts today.