Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

A new study has been released about the impact of four-day school weeks in Missouri. Alisa Nelson talks to State Education Commissioner Margie Vandeven about the study’s findings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

From education to the workplace and politics, the use of artificial intelligence, otherwise known as AI, is increasing. Alisa Nelson talks to Melissa Randol, executive director of the Missouri School Boards Association, about the potential misuse of artificial intelligence in our elections this year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

Have you ever driven through a red light by accident and discovered a suspicious letter in the mail with a ticket? Republican Sen. Mike Cierpiot has filed an automated license plate reader system bill. He joins Anthony Morabith 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 .

A hot topic in the Missouri Legislature has been focused on teachers – recruiting them, retaining them, and paying them adequately. State Senator Rusty Black is back with a bill that aims to help teachers out this session with a bill he has filed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

State Representative Mike Stephens of Bolivar is proposing to make changes to term limits for members of the Missouri Legislature. Alisa Nelson talks to him about his proposal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Do you think you have a good idea for a new business, or technology you could market? You may want to attend a boot camp to see. Chrystal Iron of Missouri State University’s Small Business Development Center tells Ashley Byrd it’s a way to kickstart ideas – and maybe … connect to success! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...

A Missouri bill about magic mushrooms hopes to help some veterans suffering from certain illnesses. Alisa Nelson talks to State Senator Holly Thompson Rehder (ray-derr) of Scott City about the proposal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missouri still allows some child brides, but a new bill would put a stop to that. Alisa Nelson talks to State Senator Holly Thompson Rehder of Scott City about the bill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

We learned of a pecan grower in Adrian, Missouri that also creates some incredible recipes in their restaurant. It is a no brainer to ask our Ashley Byrd to interview Jennifer Cassaday, owner of Byrd’s Pecans. As Jennifer explains why so many kids and families are stopping by her store after school. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

Identity theft has been an issue for decades, and with yearly technological improvements, thieves have new ways to get what they want. To assist us with noticing any signs that may lead to identity theft is Assistant Director for the Federal Trade Commission, Joannie Wei. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

There is a new proposal for tax reform in the U.S. Behind the proposal is Missouri Eighth District Congressman Jason Smith. He joins Marshall Griffin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The VA is helping Missouri to boost veterans' home staffing levels. Alisa Nelson talks to Missouri Veterans Commission Executive Director Paul Kirchoff about a federal grant available to help retain and recruit frontline staff. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Why do we sleep? This is a question that has puzzled society for centuries. Washington University in St. Louis is currently conducting studies that aim to crack the code. Assistant professor of biology Keith Hengen joins Cameron Conner. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

February is heart health awareness month. Here to assist with healthy tips and signs to look out for is Joyce Hoth, Public Health Program Supervisor for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

There is a bill that would address steep towing prices for semi trucks. President of the Midland Transports Tom Cole joins Alisa Nelson to address how significant this would be. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis is in the process of a project that will place 28 murals in different wards across STL. Tracey Morgan joins Cameron Conner to discuss the artist selection process. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Will and Power of Attorney Services are available to Missouri military veterans. Alisa Nelson talks to Missouri Veterans Commission Executive Director Paul Kirchoff about the services provided to our nation’s heroes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Alpha Brewing Company is in the process of giving craft beer and spirit lovers a new tasting experience. Head brewer and managing partner Derrick Langeneckert joins Cameron Conner. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A bill making its way through the Missouri Legislature would make it illegal to export water OUTSIDE of Missouri without a permit. It is sponsored by Republican Senator Jason Bean who sat down with Anthony Morabith 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 .

A state lawmaker wants to crack down on catalytic converter thefts. Alisa Nelson talks to Crocker state Representative Don Mayhew about his bill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .