Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

A multi-billion dollar aid package is headed to President Biden’s desk that deals with support for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. It also includes the US ban on TikTok unless sold. U.S. Representative for Missouri Eric Burlison joins Marshall Griffin to share his thoughts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A Missouri courtroom therapy dog and his handler have been honored with an award for helping trauma victims speak up. U.S. Attorney Teresa Moore has presented the annual Crystal Kipper & Ali Kemp Memorial Award to Rasta, a golden retriever, and his handler, Jennifer Vernon. Alisa Nelson talks to Jennifer, of Synergy Services in the Kansas City area. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv...

The Senate has passed a House bill that would forbid state funding from going to Planned Parenthood. Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman, R-Arnold, who carried the bill, wants to ban Planned Parenthood from receiving Medicaid reimbursements. Coleman tells Anthony Morabith that she hopes the effort can be enshrined in state statute after previous legal attempts have failed. See Privacy Policy at https://ar...

The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House in Chesterfield works closely with the U.S. government when smuggled bugs have been discovered. Exotic wildlife is a large player on the black market. Senior entomologist Tad Yankoski joins Cameron Conner to discuss who is involved in this business and describes the butterfly house's critical role once a package has been caught. See Privacy Policy at https://art...

We found a gentleman up near the Iowa border in Clark County, who has been restoring tractors and farm relics for families for years.  Mike Schantz, of Schantz Restorations, started helping neighbors as a way to make a little extra money. Now, it’s not so much about the money, but more about restoring memories.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

A bill making its way through the legislative process would change Missouri’s tobacco regulations. Alisa Nelson talks to the bill sponsor, St. Louis State Representative Brad Christ. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A southwest Missouri county has brought to life three acres of land by creating a space to honor local World War Two heroes and many others. Alisa Nelson talks to Joe Davis, of the Barton County Memorial Park. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Missouri Legislature has passed its second bill of the session – a controversial education package. It would expand access to private schooling, allow Boone County to open charter schools, increase the minimum teacher salary, and restrict four-day school weeks, among other things. Rep. Phil Christofanelli, R-St. Peters, led the bill through the House. He chats with Anthony Morabith on Show Me...

The Missouri Department of Conservation sampled and tested more than 37,000 deer for chronic wasting disease from this past July through April. Out of the 37,000 deer, 162 tested positive. Deb Hudman is the Wildlife Health Program Supervisor at Conservation, and she explains what the latest numbers mean for Missouri’s deer population and hunting. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

Missouri Courts are taking civics lessons seriously by bringing the actual courtroom in some cases to the public, schools, and colleges. The courts of appeals on the eastern side of the state are taking a trial to Girls State and Boys State this summer. Chief Judge of this district, Thomas Clark, tells Ashley Byrd about his job and how judges are helping educate the public. See Privacy Policy at h...

Whiteman Air Force Base is on a mission to help military kids adjust to life in Missouri. Alisa Nelson talks to Colonel Keith Butler, the commander of the base. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The National Science Foundation has awarded a University of Missouri researcher over $500,000 to address hidden hunger. Over 2 billion people suffer from it, a type of malnutrition where people lack essential micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals. Kiruba Krishnaswamy joins Anthony Morabith on Show Me Today to talk about how it’s not about lack of access to food, it’s about access to the rig...

The University of Missouri is projecting a 19.8% drop in net farm income for the Show-Me State this year. The Spring 2024 Missouri Farm Income Outlook says the decline is due to declining market receipts and lower crop prices. The report looks at projected farm financial indicators, including receipts, production expenses, and other components that affect net income. The report estimates that Miss...

The Eight Dimensions of Wellness emphasizes various aspects of well-being, recognizing that individual health and happiness are influenced by multiple factors.  Rachel Jones, Director of Trauma Service at the Missouri Department of Mental Health, joins us to explain how you can integrate practices that promote wellness in each dimension to contribute to your overall health and happiness. See...

It's true, that peer-to-peer payment apps such as Venmo and PayPal have made transferring money between friends incredibly convenient, but as Kimberly Palmer of Nerd Wallet points out, there are certainly risks involved. Errors can occur, whether it's sending money to the wrong person or accidentally inputting the wrong amount. Fraud is also a concern, with scammers finding creative ways to exploi...

A state lawmaker wants to bring mega manufacturing projects to Missouri. Alisa Nelson talks to St. Louis State Representative Brad Christ, who is sponsoring a tax credit proposal to attract these businesses to Missouri. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Many can have issues covering the costs of legal services. For those who live in Eastern Missouri and can qualify, there is a non-profit based in St. Louis that serves 13 counties and offers free civil legal services. Marshall Griffin is joined by Legal Services of Eastern Missouri’s Managing Attorney, Jeffrey Miller, to give a run down. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...

A group of researchers at Missouri S&T are working to pinpoint the best regions of the Show-Me State to find critical minerals to mine. The team will examine samples to determine if critical minerals can be found. Critical minerals are elements that are essential for modern technology. Dr. Marek Locmelis and graduate research assistant Regan Swain join Anthony Morabith. See Privacy Policy at h...

Missouri's fall turkey hunting season will see changes.  Missouri Department of Conservation's Nick Oakley joins Bill Pollock to discuss fall's adjustments. For more information, click here for the Missouri Department of Conservation website. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Steamboat Arabia Museum in Kansas City is a remarkable place that offers visitors a hands-on experience with history. The artifacts recovered from the steamboat provide a vivid snapshot of life in the 19th century. The museum's guided tours, educational programs, and special events enrich the visitor experience and make it a memorable destination for anyone interested in maritime history and f...

Missouri is considering ways to help with the mental health needs of children. Alisa Nelson talks to Department of Mental Health Director Valerie Huhn, who spoke to the Missouri Board of Education about the state of mental health among children. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missourians love their morel mushrooms. We caught up with Caroline Dohack of Missouri Life Magazine to talk about three upcoming festivals that include everything from teaching, hunting, and enjoying these fantastic fungi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missouri is attempting to take on the use of deepfakes in elections. The State House of Representatives has passed a bill that aims to fight fake videos or audio messages of a candidate running for state or local office. Alisa Nelson talks to Neosho Representative Ben Baker, the sponsor of the bill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

Raffi Andonian is known as the “celebrity historian” because he appears on TV and social media to reach everyone with the things history teaches us. Recently he spoke to the State Historical Society of Missouri to analyze the origins of the American Dream. He joins Ashley Byrd. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my...

The Chesterfield Butterfly House recently discovered a hissing cockroach that is getting global attention. The cockroach shares two sets of DNA and its colors are split right down the middle. The Butterfly Houses’ head entomologist, Tad Yankowski, joins Cameron Conner to discuss Harvey, a one-of-a-kind genetic discovery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...