Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

A small southern Missouri City is preparing for a significant labor expansion. West Plains Mayor Mike Topliff says the news this fall that an Alabama-based IT firm plans to hire 200 people in West Plains is spurring talk of new housing construction. Topliff offers advice for other small cities hoping to attract new employers, including the suggestion that dressing up in a certain costume may...

Before it was signed into law, language that would ban Delta-8 and other THC consumables nationwide was slipped into the spending bill that ended the government shutdown. Brooklyn Hill, president of Mo Hemp Trade in Missouri, tells Marshall Griffin that the new law is a threat to their industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...

Social media is buzzing with terms like ‘Ozempic face’ and ‘Ozempic body,’ but what do they really mean—and should Missourians be concerned? Today, we’re diving into the medical reality behind the trend. Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger spoke with Dr. Thomas Willson, Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at MU Health Care, to talk about what happens when weight comes off fast, why it’s not just...

On today’s Show Me Today, we’re talking about Safe Haven Baby Boxes: A law Missouri passed in 2021 to give parents in crisis a safe, anonymous way to surrender a newborn. After two babies were safely surrendered at the state’s first box in Mehlville, a second box will be dedicated later this month. Reporter Matt Pilger sat down with State Representative Jim Murphy, the lawmaker behind the effort,...

An economist once said, “There’s no such thing as a free lunch,” and often, paying for that lunch with plastic is not free either. Marshall Griffin talked with Jackson Hataway with the Missouri Bankers Association about those dreaded credit card fees. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Show Me Today’s Matt Pilger sat down with Vietnam veteran Russell Davis in Mexico, Missouri, where a grassroots effort is underway to build a monument honoring mid-Missouri veterans. A project Davis says started with a simple question: why doesn’t his hometown have one? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A St. Louis school is being recognized nationally for something that benefits everyone: cleaner air, cooler temperatures, and a connection to nature. The Arbor Day Foundation has named Premier Charter School a 2024–2025 Tree Campus, recognizing its efforts to educate students about environmental stewardship and enhance the local community. Show Me Today welcomes Jessica Smyth, Early Childhood Prin...

Missouri’s 45th attorney general took over in September and has set her agenda. Alisa Nelson gets to know Catherine Hanaway, who says fighting violent crime is her first, second, and third priorities.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

If you have ever cruised down Route 66, you know it’s more than just a highway—it’s a piece of Americana. As the Mother Road turns 100, Missouri is helping lead the celebration. The State Historical Society of Missouri has teamed up with the National Trust for Historic Preservation and Google Arts & Culture to share stories, photos, and memories from our stretch of Route 66. Show Me Today...

After a month and a half of the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history, Congress voted on reopening the government last Wednesday. Before that vote, Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger spoke with West-Central Missouri Congressman Mark Alford, who says the turning point came when air traffic controller shortages started impacting “everyday normal Americans. See Privacy Policy at https:/...

It’s that time of year again in Missouri—firearm deer season is underway, and that means more than just hunters heading outdoors. It also means more deer on the move, and more chances for drivers to encounter them on the road. Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger talked with Missouri State Highway Patrol Captain Scott White about associated hazards and what drivers can do to stay safe. See Privacy P...

Missouri businesses are bracing for the upcoming surge of shoppers roaming the store aisles and browsing the web for holiday gifts. David Overfelt with the Missouri Retailers Association told Marshall Griffin what we can expect from the 2025 Christmas shopping season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

If you have recruited your child or grandchild to help you with your technology problems, a St. Louis high school is taking that same idea a step further with its students. Alisa Nelson talks to August Lacey and Baxter Boegeman, seniors at Lindbergh High School, who are part of Copilot, a student-run IT help desk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt...

From classrooms to clinics, Missourians are once again keeping a close eye on COVID—this time, it’s a new variant with a complicated name and growing concern. NB.1.8.1 is making headlines, and it’s already affecting communities across the state. So, what do we need to know, and how worried should we be?  Today on Show Me Today, reporter Matt Pilger sits down with Dr. Steven Lawrence, Professo...

The government shutdown and President Trump’s trade war have been hot-button topics for several weeks. Alisa Nelson talks to Creighton University economics professor Ernie Goss about their impact on the economy.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

As of October 21st, 494 drivers had been pulled off of roadways in Missouri for not being able to read, write, or speak English. Captain Scott White with the State Highway Patrol runs down the situation with Missourinet’s Marshall Griffin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A meat snack company in Audrain County is making big moves. Western Smokehouse Partners just opened a new plant in Mexico, Missouri, and it’s already seeing rapid growth. Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger chatted with CEO and President Matt Bormann to talk about the company’s expansion, rising beef costs, and what the future might hold for Missouri’s growing meat snack industry. See Privacy Polic...

Pennies may be small, but their absence could bring big changes to how Missourians handle cash. The federal government has quietly stopped producing them, and that decision is already raising questions for banks, businesses, and everyday transactions across the state.  Today on Show Me Today, reporter Matt Pilger speaks with Jackson Hataway, President of the Missouri Bankers Association, abou...

Missouri's cold-weather rule is in effect. The Missouri Public Service Commission's Forrest Gossett joins Marshall Griffin on Show Me Today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Tri-County Electric Cooperatives is collaborating on the Northeast Housing Project, a project that identifies the “missing middle” of areas needing residential housing for individuals working in specific areas.  CEO Michael Scheib joins Show Me Today to share how the selection process works and how making a difference is the sole reward desired. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

The federal government shutdown has impacted air travel across the country, though the effects have been somewhat minimal at Kansas City International Airport. Marshall Griffin asked KC Mayor Quinton Lucas about it. First, the mayor talked about the new terminal and KCI’s new name. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...

Show Me Today brings you a little holiday magic! Before the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree took its place on the West Lawn in Washington, it made a special stop right here in Missouri. Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger caught up with Chris Buckley, Communications Specialist for the Capitol Christmas Tree project, to talk about Silver Bell—the 53-foot red fir traveling from Nevada—and why its visit t...

November is shaping up to be a big month for sports in Springfield. The Springfield Sports Commission and Visit Springfield’s group sales team have packed the calendar with events that bring athletes, fans, and families from around the region to town, from college rugby championships to major tournaments and reunions. It’s all part of a growing effort to make Springfield a top destination for spor...

Many of us have loved ones who have served their country or who are currently serving in the United States armed forces. For our own Alisa Nelson, this hits close to home. As part of our Veterans Day coverage, she has a special guest – her husband, who is currently serving.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not...

The glamorous city of Paris survived World War I and even served as a haven for those seeking to escape the war.  Where better to learn about that story than the World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, the country's official site dedicated to World War I. Ashley Byrd speaks with Chris Juergens, curator of the exhibit "Paris at War."  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac...