Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

After severe storms and a fire damaged an elementary school in southeast Missouri, district leaders are now focused on what comes next. Matt Pilger spoke with Pemiscot County School District Superintendent Glenn Carter about the road ahead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Springfield-Branson National Airport has unveiled a new welcome center for its regional travelers.  Mark Hecquet, President and CEO of Visit Springfield, joins Cameron Conner to discuss how local demand and needed renovations are keeping Missourinas, and the surrounding areas, flying local.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art...

What started as social media posts is now getting mainstream news attention. Roughly a dozen people connected to UFO research have either died or disappeared since 2022.  Southwest Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison tells Missourinet’s Marshall Griffin he wants to get to the bottom of it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Kansas City is set to appear on the big screen, even if the cameras weren’t here. Matt Pilger talked with Kansas City Film Office Director Rachel Kephart about a new Steven Spielberg film that features the city.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Columbia Regional Airport is expanding its reach with new nonstop flights to Charlotte and Florida, increased service from major airlines, and major upgrades designed to make flying easier for mid-Missouri travelers this summer. Mike Parks, Airport Director, joins Show Me Today to explain the advantages of skipping the big city airports and choosing to fly out of mid-Missouri. See Privacy Policy a...

Goldfish are popular family pets, especially for parents teaching their children how to take care of a pet. A University of Missouri study says if you want to rehome them, a lake, pond, or stream is not the place to go.   Alisa Nelson talks to MU professor Rick Relyea, who says goldfish have a significant impact on the health of other fis...

That feature that shuts your car off at stoplights may be saving a little gas, but it could be setting you up for costly repairs down the road. On  Show Me Today , car expert David Finkelstein explains how stop-start systems can increase engine wear, strain batteries, and even lead to premature engine failure, while also sharing tips for car buyers looking to take advantage of deep discounts...

When you turn on the tap, you might not think much about where your water comes from or how much work goes into making sure it’s clean, safe, and even good‑tasting. One Missouri water system is getting statewide recognition for doing just that. Matt Pilger spoke with Howard Baker, executive director of the Missouri Rural Water Association, about what it means for Jefferson County to have...

Missouri Real Estate Agents have noticed an uptick in business this spring over last year.  Missouri Realtors President Brian Jared says home sales are up about 10% over a year ago. He tells Sue Danielson that the median sales price is higher than last year, too.  He shares his number tip for buyers looking for a place to call home. See Privacy Policy at htt...

Property taxes have gone through the roof in Jackson County in recent years – leading to lawsuits, a recall of local leaders, and many residents appealing their property assessment – many times unsuccessfully. So, the county asked State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick to jump in to see what went wrong.&nb...

For Missouri veterans seeking disability benefits, help can sometimes come with a high — and illegal — price tag. Lawmakers call them ‘claim sharks,’ and they say these companies are taking thousands of dollars meant for veterans and their families. Matt Pilger spoke with State Representative Jim Schulte about why Missouri is moving to ban those practices and protect veterans’ claim...

Minors in Missouri could be barred from using social media under a bill in the state House. It’s named for Megan Meier, a 13-year-old girl who committed suicide 20 years ago after being bullied online. Marshall Griffin spoke with the bill’s sponsor, Republican State Representative Don Mayhew of Crocker. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

Some residents near Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster are concerned about the proximity of a group of neighbors who are raising national security questions. The U.S. Congress is working to pass a federal budget that includes an effort by west-central Missouri Congressman Mark Alford to protect U.S. military bases, including Whiteman.  He joins...

The Guadalupe Centers of Kansas City are hosting the 100th Cinco de Mayo celebration this weekend.   Organizer Leo Prieto gives Sue Danielson the details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

When people talk about health care access in Missouri, the challenges go far beyond just having insurance.  Matt Pilger sat down with Joe Kingsbury from the University of Missouri to talk about why getting care can be complicated and what’s being done to improve it statewide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...

Route 66 turns, and the national celebration is kicking off right in Springfield, Missouri. AAA Missouri spokesman Nick Chabarria joins us from the birthplace of the Mother Road, where travelers from across the country are gearing up for a once-in-a-lifetime road trip. With new centennial maps, big crowds expected, and plenty of nostalgia in the air, this is shaping up to be one of the biggest tra...

Invasive Jumping Worms have been spreading into more than a dozen states in the U-S, including Missouri.  Angela Sokolowski tells Sue Danielson that while most species of worms are good for the soil, the jumping worm (also known as the Alabama jumper or snake worm) is not a welcome sight.   She says she gets a few phon...

What makes a small-town business stand out in a big way? Sara Schafer, editor of Rural Missouri magazine, joins Show Me Today to break down the “Best Of Rural Missouri” put together by Missouri Electric Cooperative. Now in its 23rd year, the annual contest conducted by  Rural Missouri, a monthly magazine serving Missouri’s rural electric cooperative members, drew nearly 40,000 votes across 14...

Getting a high school diploma in Missouri could soon mean more time in the classroom learning about Black history. A bill moving through the Missouri House would require students to complete two units focused on Black history and Black literacy before they graduate. Matt Pilger sat down with the bill’s sponsor, Missouri State Representative LaKesha Bosley of St. Louis, to talk about what the...

As the United States gets ready to celebrate its 250th birthday, a unique exhibit is giving people a chance to come face-to-face with the documents that helped define the nation. “The Story of US” at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum brings together rare artifacts from the National Archives—many of which have rarely left Washington, D.C.—to tell the story of America’s ideals, c...

Megan Johnston, a golf instructor at Big Cedar Lodge in Branson, grew up in Northern Ireland and remembers Rory McIlroy from their junior years. She shares her thoughts on him winning back-to-back Masters Green Jackets. The former Missouri State golfer shares some good tips if you’ve ever wanted to sharpen your golf game or feel more confident stepping onto the course. Help might be closer than yo...

A bill that could significantly reshape the market for hemp ‑ derived THC products in Missouri is now headed to the governor’s desk. The legislation would cap THC levels, place new restrictions on where products can be sold, and apply marijuana ‑ style regulations to the hemp industry. Matt Pilger spoke with the bill’s sponsor, Republican State Representative Dave Hinman of St. Charles,...

A bright orange, gooey substance has been seen oozing from certain trees in the state.  State tree expert Sara Lalk tells joins Show Me Today to explain it’s cedar rust fungus and it results in some trees, redcedar and junipers looking like an alien sneezed all over them.  Sara explains this fungus dies back in May, but despite its complicated life cycl...

April is Financial Literacy Month, and if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by paying for college, managing debt, or just trying to make smarter money decisions, there’s help available right here in Missouri. The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development is offering free, hands-on support through job centers and college planning programs, helping families, students, and job seek...

For decades, the story of Route 66 has been told through road trips, roadside diners, and Americana nostalgia. But a new book by Cheryl Eichar Jett takes a different turn, uncovering the women who didn’t just travel the Mother Road, they ran it, shaped it, and kept it alive through some of the most transformative moments in American history. From the Great Depression to wartime industry and the ri...