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Paddlers, kayakers, tubers, and float trip lovers all have a new resource for finding and navigating Missouri’s rivers and streams. The state conservation department has updated its Paddlers Guide to Missouri. Ashley Byrd talks with Les Fortenberry about the new 2023 edition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...

As we look toward the 2024 Missouri Legislative Session, State Representative Brad Hudson is re-opening the conversation on initiative petition reform and the SAFE Act. He joins Anthony Morabith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

On December 16, all of the headstones at the Missouri Veterans Cemeteries were decorated with wreaths. MVC Director Paul Kirchoff explains to Ashley Byrd the impressive, statewide event. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Did you know that one barge can hold up to the equivalence of over 60 truck trailers? Ports are returning on the state's western side, and one company is leading the charge. Cameron Conner speaks with the CEO of Port KC, Jon Stephens, to discuss the importance of ports in landlocked states and 2024’s agenda. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a...

The 2024 Missouri Legislative Session will soon be here and that means current lawmakers are making their intentions known of what bills they hope to get passed and signed into law. Anthony Morabith caught up with Republican Senator Bill Eigel on his priorities for the ’24 session. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...

One of the world’s most respected photographers has turned his attention to another art form. Nick Vedros, the president of the Lumi Neon Museum in Kansas City, tells Ashley Byrd about his career and how it led to this. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missouri’s low-interest loan program has been extra popular this year for the state’s small businesses, the agriculture community, and local agencies. Alisa Nelson finds out why that is from State Treasurer Vivek Malek. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

As the 2024 Legislative session draws near, State Representative Mike Haffner is inquiring about changes as to who or what entities can buy land in Missouri. He joins Marshall Griffin to give the details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Events are being planned to help Missouri students and parents prepare to file their FAFSA for the upcoming school year in higher education. Anthony Morabith chats with Julie Green about what you need to know. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

If you are familiar with the Kansas City area, you know that the city takes decorating for Christmas very seriously. Cameron Conner is here with Axcet HR Solutions Marketing Director, Beth Foulk, to discuss the long list of must-see displays in the Kansas City Area. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A popular purchase as of late revolves around a person’s genealogy. However, did you know that these ancestry tests have helped link unsolved and cold cases? Darren Haslag, Master Sergeant with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, joins Marshall Griffin to dive into how these tests aid in solving crimes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released the results of a survey from businesses across the state. Alisa Nelson talks to Dan Mehan, president and CEO of the state chamber, who lays out the positives and negatives found in the survey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Coming up in December, Perry County in Southeast Missouri features a free tour of historic churches called the Christmas Country Church Tour. Ashley Byrd talks with travel writer Kim Hill, who has connections to the area and a love for the architecture. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Many legislatures and voters are anxious to get sports betting across the finish line. With the 2024 legislative session only a few weeks away, State Representative Dan Houx joins Marshall Griffin to discuss what needs to happen to legalize it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ice cream is a true way of bringing communities together. That philosophy has put the St. Louis area’s ice cream game on the map with the help of one company: Clementine’s Naughty and Nice Ice Cream. CEO Tamara Keefe joins Cameron Conner to discuss the company’s smashing successes and the importance of making a product everyone can enjoy.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C...

Occasionally, there will be stories in the news about a U.S. service member whose remains have been found and confirmed many years after the soldier vanished. A funeral with full military honors is held for that service member. Have you stopped to think about who is finding the remains of service members all those years later? Alisa Nelson talks to Carrie Brown, with the Prisoner of War/Missing in...

There are still plenty of Christmas trees to go around even in a drought year. Anthony Morabith speaks with Troy Bollinger with Bollinger Farms in Bonne Terre. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missouri’s Chief Justice Mary Russell is in charge of a historic state Supreme Court. This is the first time in Missouri’s history that women are the majority on the high court. Russell shares with Ashley Byrd her plans and her excitement for this new court. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A new apprenticeship program aims to help meet Missouri’s growing demand for healthcare workers. Alisa Nelson talks to Dan Mehan, president and CEO of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, about the new undertaking. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

What are the fashion industry's top priorities for consumer desires? The wants of older and newer generations are more similar than you would imagine. Cameron Conner is joined by Missouri State University associate professor of merchandise and fashion design, Jenifer Roberts to discuss what is in. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...

Governor Mike Parson has completed his autobiography titled, No Turnin’ Back , and it is scheduled to be on shelves in March.  He joins Ashley Byrd to look back on his life and time as governor of Missouri. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .