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A new University of Missouri study looks to reduce avoidable hospitalizations for nursing home residents with dementia. The research found that they’re more likely to experience unnecessary hospital transfers, which costs the U.S. healthcare system over $2 billion each year. Sinclair School of Nursing assistant professor Kim Powell tells Anthony Morabith that documenting advanced care planning ear...

M.A.R.C.H. Executive Director Dawn Kuhlman joins Bill Pollock on Show Me Today to help share what services Mo Saves offers for victims of domestic violence. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Missouri House of Representatives has a new leader – Republican Jonathan Patterson of Lee’s Summit. Alisa Nelson talks with him about life in South Korea, then in Blue Springs, and now in the Missouri Capitol. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The U.S. Army’s female telephone operators who helped to win World War One are being recognized more than a century later. Alisa Nelson talks to Missouri Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, whose bill has been signed to salute the women who connected the front lines with their commanders. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...

The Georgetown Center for Education and Workforce says that by 2030, 72% of all new jobs will require education after high school. Data from 2021 shows that nearly 21% of Missourians over the age of 25 have had some college, but no degree. Rep. Louis Riggs tells Anthony Morabith that he hopes to address that issue because of AI’s growing popularity. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

A Republican state lawmaker wants to create a dementia services coordinator in the Department of Health and Senior Services. Anthony Morabith chats with Senator Travis Fitzwater of Holts Summit on Senate Bill 410. He says the effort will help coordinate information affecting residents living with dementia and their caregivers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Missouri State University’s band is performing at the presidential inauguration on January 20th in Washington, D.C. Alisa Nelson talks to Band director Brad Snow, and dean Shawn Wahl, who say these opportunities are the band’s jam. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

It is time for students and their parents to think about the FAFSA. Director of Outreach for the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development Alison Notter educates Show Me Today on the FAFSA application process, deadlines, and helpful tips. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Many people know Missouri’s next governor as a former car dealer, a farmer, and a politician. He’s also a dad of four. Alisa Nelson talks to Mike Kehoe’s son, Michael, who shares some of his greatest memories about the 58th governor, including a house divided in baseball. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

The Inauguration of Missouri’s 58th governor is on January 13th in Jefferson City. From the Budweiser Clydesdales visit to the swearing-in ceremony, Alisa Nelson talks to Andy Blunt, the chair of the Inauguration Committee, who says all Missourians are invited. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missouri drivers can now get ticketed and fined in Missouri for having their cell phones in their hands while driving. State Highway Safety and Traffic Engineer for MoDOT John Nelson warns Missouri drivers that the hands-free cellphone law passed in 2023, is now being enforced. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my...

Missouri is ramping up its work to prevent suicide among military veterans because the state’s rate is one of the highest in America. Alisa Nelson talks to Lindsey Ward, a former Marine whose new mission is to help veterans deal with these struggles. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Missouri Supreme Court is considering a legal challenge to November’s vote to raise the state minimum wage and mandate paid sick leave. Buddy Law, CEO of the Missouri Restaurant Association, says recently passed Proposition A is unconstitutional because it contains more than one subject and will force family-owned restaurants in small communities to go out of business. See Privacy Policy...

A new year, a new political makeup in Congress. Alisa Nelson talks to southwest Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison, who explains what we can expect from Capitol Hill on several hot-button topics. We touched on a variety of topics. I talked to Cameron about running the segments on two different days. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently decided to list the Monarch Butterfly as a threatened species. Tad Yankoski, Senior entomologist with the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House in St. Louis, explains how the service made this decision. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A newly-unveiled portrait of Governor Mike Parson is now featured in Missouri’s new Hall of Governors exhibit at the state Capitol. Alisa Nelson talks to the artist, Lisa Ober of St. Louis, who says getting to be a part of history is a huge honor for her. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ash Grove Republican Senator Mike Moon wants to prevent tax credits for businesses that pay for employees to get abortions. Moon talks with Anthony Morabith about why he has pre-filed this bill again. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A Missouri lawmaker says the state should not decide which prisoners live or die for their crimes. Alisa Nelson talks to St. Louis Representative Jim Murphy, who is proposing to end the death penalty because he says one life taken is one too many. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Arnold Republican Senator Mary Elizabeth Coleman seeks to ban schools from the Missouri State High School Activities Association if they allow students over age 18 to use performance-enhancing drugs, specifically testosterone. Coleman also tells Anthony Morabith that she wants to impose stricter regulations on minors’ access to lewd materials. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...

Charlotte Cervantes, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Food Scientist, assistant professor, and program director at SEMO, joins Show Me Today to highlight the nutritional benefits of incorporating beef into a balanced diet, particularly during the holiday season when indulgent meals are common. Lean cuts of beef are an excellent source of high-quality protein, essential vitamins like B12, and mine...

State geologists are rock stars more than ever because of the demand for special minerals and elements now used in technology. Missouri has a new Rock Lab and research projects that will create more jobs in Missouri, according to State Geologist Carey Bridges. She explains her job and her department to Ashley Byrd. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...

Covenant Grace Church in Columbia will host a Blue Christmas service on December 21 at 6 p.m. What is a Blue Christmas service? Pastor Jason and Courtney Groce tell Anthony Morabith that it’s a ministry for those navigating the complexities of grief this holiday season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that can cause severe illness, especially in infants, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Joining Show Me Today is Dr. Laura Morris with MU Heath, who is speaking on behalf of the Missouri Immunization Coalition to provide insight on the safety, effectiveness, and availability of RSV vaccines, particularly for...

Senator-elect Mike Henderson has pre-filed a bill that would financially punish offenders who leave kids orphaned after killing their parents in a Missouri drunk driving crash. The Republican from eastern Missouri’s Desloge tells Anthony Morabith that the bill is necessary because of the number of people driving without insurance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...