Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

We give you the latest on Governor Mike Parson's I-70 expansion plan, one state lawmaker wants to make do not resuscitate orders eligible for people under 18, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft outlines the general information for today's municipal elections, and we hear the story of a drive-in that has existed since the 40s'. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

Carthage Junior High has been selected as a state winner in Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow STEM Competition. The school is one of 50 schools chosen as state winners in the latest round of the competition. For the competition, Carthage Junior High School’s project is designed to help tackle the state's drought problems. Alisa Nelson talks to Ann Woo, the Senior Director of Corporate Citizenship at Sa...

Agriculture is not only the largest industry in Missouri, it is arguably one of the most essential. A significant grant from a federal agency looks to help the state invest further in its cover crops. Anthony Morabith discusses this with Rob Meyers at the MU Center for Regenerative Agriculture.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

Some U.S. cities and states have banned the sale of dogs in pet shops. The efforts have led to a Missouri lawmaker filing a bill to ban municipalities from regulating pet stores around the state. Alisa Nelson talks to State Representative Ben Baker, of Neosho, about his bill.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...

We hear about a Missouri company leading the way in barn quilts, a Missouri lawmaker has filled the bill designed to ban municipalities from regulating pet stores, the Mark Twain National Forest is looking for campground hosts, and The University of Missouri is using a federal grant to increase cover crops heavily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...

Missouri is an excellent state for plenty of outdoor activities.  If you plan to head out into nature, it is also essential to understand the proper ways to handle ticks.  Solny Adalsteinsson is here with Cameron Conner to discuss the most common ticks found in Missouri, how to prevent these parasites from latching on, and some of the primary diseases they carry.  See Privacy Policy...

We learn about a golf tournament that uses anything for clubs, including fake bones and legs, tips for what you need to know about the Medicaid renewal process, warmer weather brings helpful advice for how to handle ticks, and we learn the vital role that prairies have in the ecosystem with the Missouri Prairie Foundation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Noti...

State Representative Michael O’Donnell is a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, serving as an intelligence officer. He talks to Alisa Nelson about 9-11 inspiring him to join and one of his most memorable military stories. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

MSHSAA just wrapped up their Winter championships, and now they turn to spring. AAA Missouri awarded six high schools $15,000 as students pledged not to text and drive. State Representative Michael O'Donnell is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Navy serving as an intelligence officer. He discusses how 9/11 inspired him to enlist and recounts some memorable stories. See Privacy Policy at https://art...

A popular spot on the town square of Perryville in southeastern Missouri, Villainous Grounds has combined two popular activities: coffee and comics. Ashley Byrd talks with the owner, Mari Jo Bammel, about their success. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The State will begin the annual renewal process on April 1 for the roughly 1.4 million Missourians currently enrolled in Medicaid to ensure they still qualify. Alisa Nelson talks to Kim Evans, Missouri’s Family Support Division Director, to share with Missourians what they need to know to prepare for the renewal process. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

MU Extension tells us about their "Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Program, the Gateway Outdoor Expo is coming to St. Louis from March 31- April 2nd, coffee and comics have never gone so well together at this local business, but first, Missourinet's Alisa Nelson talks about House Budget Committee Chairman Cody Smith's proposed legislation to cut all state funding to Missouri libraries. See Privacy Polic...

A familiar guest on Show Me today is Kaitlyn McConnell. She is the creator and curator of Ozarks Alive, a website that captures and preserves Ozarks Culture. Today Ashley Byrd checks in with Kaitlyn about her recent work.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Follow-up breast exams can cost Missouri patients hundreds of dollars. The state House has passed a bill that aims to ease the financial burden on patients in the Show Me State. Alisa Nelson talks to the bill sponsor, State Representative Brenda Shields of St. Joseph. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Returning guest Kaitlyn McConnell shares some updated stories of the Ozarks, MU Extension wants us to think about systems when it comes to gardening, the House has passed a bill that plans to ease the financial burden of secondary breast exams, and Senator Mike Moon is trying to pass a bill titled the SAFE Act that would charge healthcare providers with child abuse for coercing anyone under 18 yea...

Brian Arnold is a fantastic pianist, singer, and speaker in the Springfield area that has had to overcome multiple challenges life has thrown at him to continue his dream. His leg was severed at six years old, and another accident later in life paralyzed his left arm permanently. He is here to share his story with Cameron Conner.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...

Republican Representative Kent Haden penned legislation to help meet a need in Missouri – one that would help train a new and incoming healthcare workforce. He called it a means to help offset the shortage of costs and medical workers. Rep. Haden talks with Anthony Morabith on Show Me Today.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...

Pianist Brian Arnold tells his inspiring story, Republican Representative Kent Haden wants legislation to help meet the demand and train a new generation of medical professionals in Missouri, and this bill is working to prevent the immediate loss of government benefits to anyone who received a pay raise. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...

A world-class jazz trumpeter got his start in Jefferson City. He’s back in his home in Paris, France, Ashley Byrd talks with him about his path across the world.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Missouri is riddled with sinkholes, and new ones are constantly being discovered across the Show Me state. One person accidentally drove into one in the Kansas City area a few weeks back. To get a better understanding of how they form and just how common they are, Cameron Conner is here with University of Missouri Geology professor Martin Appold.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva...

Missourinet's Alisa Nelson and Marshall Griffin join Show Me Today to discuss the significant topics ahead of the second half of the legislative session. We hear from a world-class trumpeter who got his start in Jefferson City, an educational session on why Missouri is riddled with sinkholes, and one republican house member likens diversity statements to loyalty oaths. See Privacy Policy at https:...

Have you ever considered how difficult it would be to drive a garbage truck?  All the narrow roads and tight spaces. How about parallel parking the rig?  Well, Republic Services holds a competition titled the ROAD-EO National Competition that brings 93 professional drivers from across the country to Arizona for a battle to see who the best eight drivers are.  Jefferson City’s own Do...

Since Amendment 3 passed in November, sales of recreational marijuana this year have been THROUGH THE ROOF! Now, lawmakers are proposing open container laws for health and safety reasons. Republican Representative Kent Haden talks 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-i...