Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

A collection of online career tools is available to help graduates make a solid plan for their future–and it’s available completely for free.  Alisa Nelson talks to Leigh Anne Taylor Knight with The DeBruce Foundation in Kansas City, about The Graduation Toolkit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Missouri Department of Revenue has made it more convenient for CDL holders to fulfill certification requirements. The Missouri Trucking Association's Tom Crawford discusses with Anthony Morabith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missouri festivals, wineries, and towns like Van Buren are encouraging destinations for travelers to mark down this Summer. A Missouri S&T engineer is studying ancient Roman concrete to innovate a stronger, safer concrete for the future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Once a technology is considered obsolete, it’s rarely, if ever, used again. But at Missouri S&T, a chemical and biochemical engineering professor is looking to the past…..the distant ancient Roman past to see how concrete was made several thousands of years ago to help transform the concrete and construction industry of today. Anthony Morabith speaks with Dr. Monday Okoronkwo on Show Me Today....

Disc Golf is becoming more and more popular in the Show Me State. The State Historical Society is celebrating its 125th year anniversary. New guidelines are out to get checked for breast cancer. Dr. Amy Patel of the Breast Care Center at Liberty Hospital shares the details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...

New preliminary guidelines are out to get checked for breast cancer. Alisa Nelson talks to Dr. Amy Patel, of the Breast Care Center at Liberty Hospital near Kansas City, who says the guidelines don’t go far enough. They also talk about a Missouri bill passed this year that will help residents who need follow-up breast exams. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Diverse trees need to be planted in neighborhoods and parks to prevent tree-related diseases. Missouri hopes to up its game to help more foster children get adopted. Missourinet's Bob Pretty and Farah Fite from the Missouri Bar Podcast "Is It Legal To..." discuss domestic violence and orders of protection. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art...

Large groups of same-species trees that rest in our parks and neighborhoods could be in danger. Diseases, fungi, and pests target these susceptible groups to capitalize on as many trees as possible. Multistudio landscape architect Robert Whitman is here with Cameron Conner to discuss the devastation this can cause and ways to help prevent it.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

A Mid-Missouri car enthusiast can restore your classic car back to pristine condition and even convert it to EV. One St. Louis Restaurant can stuff your favorite food choices into a roll, so it is always ready to go. The State Historical Society of Missouri has released new autobiographies on its Historic Missourians website. Special Olympics Missouri shares the details of its Annual Torch Run. Se...

Who doesn’t love a warm dinner roll? Imagine your favorite breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert stuffed inside that roll. That is St. Louis Kolache. Cameron Conner is here with the co-owner of St. Louis Kolache, Russell Clark, to discuss this company’s history, success, and new Kolache ideas.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

A new Federal project incentivizes guests to attend museums without the cost being an issue. NASCAR driver Erik Jones hops on to discuss adjusting from racing 600 miles to 300 miles. Albert Pujols' Day, KC Wolf Day, and UFOs are all on the table to be signed by Governor Mike Parson. The President of Central Missouri Honor Flight joins Show Me Today to discuss their next flight. See Privacy Policy...

AAA gives a rundown of the busy Summer travel season. West Plains is gearing up for its Old Time Music, Ozark Heritage Festival. The state budget includes several key priorities for the Missouri Department of Mental Health. We take a road trip to share some of the must-see wineries across the state. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

MoDot says this will be one of the busiest Summer construction seasons. The best Memphis-style barbeque is at Pappy's in St. Louis has been around for 15 years. Tourists can visit the Ozarks in Washington D.C. this Summer at the Smithsonian. 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 show in St. Louis for those who still love the sweet satisfaction of putting pen to paper. We have the details on the Special Olympics Missouri State Summer Games coming to Columbia. The Columbia Farmers Market is expanding. A Missouri State University study showcases that women are the primary caregivers for aging relatives. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

Top ranked college rodeo team in the country at Missouri Valley State; an app by state designed to keep students and staff safe at school; Missouri mushroom hunters; LT. Gov. Mike Kehoe announces his campaign for governor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The wineries of Missouri; AAA-Missouri on the new "no texting while driving" state law; and Special Olympics Missouri Summer Games coaches and athletes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Hannibal prepares for "Twain on Main" event; which town has the best tasting water in the state; the Missouri Veterans Commission saves veterans money by offering free clinics to prepare wills; and the writer of a science fiction story now featured on Showtime. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The State of Missouri will honor the state's veterans of the Korean War in a special ceremony, Wonderworks in Branson honors the state's teachers in May. An E-cigarette education campaign targets parents. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missourinet's Alisa Nelson discusses the highs and lows of the Missouri Legislative session. Marion "Woody" Woods will be inducted into the Missouri Broadcasters' Hall of Fame after 61 years on the air. One of Missouri's seven students headed to the National Spelling Bee gives an inside look at the preparation for the event. A soon-to-be Missouri law will allow Missourians more direct access to ph...

Navigating the legal system can be a daunting task. Today, Missourinet’s Bob Priddy and Farah Fite from the Missouri Bar podcast talk to Springfield Attorney Jason Krebs about disability law.  All are part of the Missouri Bar’s program “Is It Legal To.” More topics from the Missouri Bar are available at missourilawyershelp.org/isitlegalto. See Priv...

The next installment of "Is It Legal To," a podcast that outlines different categories of Missouri law, showcases disability law. Buy Missouri now has over 500 businesses. MSHSAA announces a new sport debuting for boys athletics. May is stroke awareness month. Listen to hear the specifics and signs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

Missourinet details the state budget allocating 50 million dollars in World Cup preparations. Missouri Life magazine shares the hidden gems in Missouri. A former state prisoner is touting a new program in Missouri designed to boost successful outcomes for those who leave prison and enter the real world.  NerdWallet shares tips on how to save up for your child's summer camp. See Privacy Policy...

Missourinet gives the latest on the Missouri Legislative session. There is a whole festival dedicated to chuck wagons. The National Wild Turkey Federation recaps the Governors Youth Turkey Hunt. BeLeaf Medical CEO gives an update on the Missouri marijuana market. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

MU Extensions discusses the positives of not mowing your lawn in May. We hear from a man who helped make the USS Missouri. The Central Missouri Humane Society has a pet adoption special. Missourinet gives the latest on the last week of the Missouri Legislative Session. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .