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Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri
A daily podcast that focuses on stories all across Missouri. Show Me Today offers unique perspectives on our state while being fun and entertaining.
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- Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri
Call for an overhaul: All options on table for Missouri school funding task force
Governor Mike Kehoe says the current model to fund Missouri’s K-12 schools is just not sustainable. He has formed a statewide task force that might revamp the…
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Kitchen Conservatory instructor put her favorite ingredients in her Soup for You recipe book
Anne Carpenter is a veteran instructor at St. Louis’s Kitchen Conservatory. She’s put decades of refining soup recipes into her new book, Soup for You. Ashley…
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Missouri Lawmaker Proposes 250-Hour Delay on Union Dues for New Workers
A proposal at the Missouri Capitol could change when union dues start for new employees. Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger sat down with State Representative…
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Proposal would ban lab-grown meat from being sold in Missouri
Efforts are being renewed in the Missouri House to ban the sale of lab-grown meat in the state. Marshall Griffin spoke with Sedalia State Representative Brad…
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What Missouri Homeowners Must Know Before Using a Generator (LISTEN)
As storms and power outages disrupt your service from time to time, Missouri homeowners can turn to portable generators to keep the lights on. A misstep can…
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Missouri Truck Driving School Sees Strong Interest From Employers & Students
A mid-Missouri truck driving school is experiencing strong demand from both employers seeking drivers and students eager to get behind the wheel of a big rig…
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Missouri’s Lincoln University Celebrates 160th Birthday, Prepares to Open Major New Training Center
Show Me Today heads to Jefferson City, where Lincoln University is celebrating a big milestone—160 years. Reporter Matt Pilger sat down with President John…
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Radon is the top lung cancer risk for non-smokers, and a Missouri health expert urges testing
Show Me Today looks into something that could increase your risk of lung cancer: Radon gas. Does Missouri have a significant number of homes with elevated…
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Missouri Rep. Ray Reed Pushes Bill Requiring ICE Agents to Show Badges and Avoid Face Coverings
A new proposal in the Missouri Capitol focuses on transparency in federal law enforcement. Matt Pilger spoke with State Representative Ray Reed about his bill…
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State Senator renews effort to allow pregnant women in Missouri to finalize divorces
Women in Missouri still cannot finalize a divorce while pregnant. Another effort to change the law has been launched now that the 2026 legislative session is…
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To help economy and national security, lawmaker wants to get moving on Missouri’s critical minerals
Missouri could be sitting on a gold mine of critical minerals, and one state lawmaker wants Missouri to take the opportunity to the bank. Sugar Creek…
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How wastewater testing helps protect public health in Missouri
It may not be glamorous, but it’s essential. Missouri scientists are keeping tabs on public health by monitoring wastewater, which is a byproduct of our daily…
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Missouri Legislator Introduces ‘Red Flag’-Style Bill for Mental Health Emergencies
State Representative Steve Butz wants to give families and law enforcement a way to temporarily remove firearms from someone in the middle of a mental health…
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Missouri State University archeologist describes lost Amazonian city
Two archeologists from Missouri State University have discovered a lost city deep in the Amazon in South America. Archaeologist Doctor Daniel Pierce discusses…
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Sen. Schmitt: We’re going to be successful in acquiring Greenland
U.S. Senator for Missouri Eric Schmitt visited the state capitol this week. Ashley Byrd teamed up with KCRG-TV’s Kermit Miller to ask the senator, who serves…
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State auditor warns Missouri Legislature to put brakes on spending of reserves
If Missouri continues to spend at the levels it has over the past five years, the state can kiss its savings account goodbye. Alisa Nelson talks to State…
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After statewide tour about elder abuse prevention, Missouri takes next steps to help seniors
Seven elder abuse prevention forums were held over the fall to hear from Missourians across the state who have concerns about their loved ones. Those forums…
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Blue Springs, Missouri, police to begin using drones as first responders
The police department for Blue Springs, near Kansas City, will soon be using drones as first responders to crime scenes. Police Chief Bob Muenz tells Marshall…
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New book, Lingering Inland, explores a landscape of Midwestern writing
Midwestern writers – and the places they write about—have their own distinct stories. Andy Oler, an editor of the literary magazine New Territory, blends the…
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Martin Luther King Jr.’s Missouri Legacy and Why It Still Matters
When we think of Martin Luther King Jr., we often picture him on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Dr. King’s work and his challenges to the nation extended…
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Cannabis as a small business: How the State of Missouri helps
Before marijuana use and sales were legal in Missouri, there were plenty of both going on. Now the state has a say in how small growers do their business…
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Missouri Teen Beats the Clock to Become One of America’s Rarest Eagle Scouts
John Hayes of Lake Ozark didn’t just earn the rank of Eagle Scout, he earned every merit badge offered by Scouting America. A feat fewer than 650 Scouts…
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Missouri’s Columbia College Taps Toby Arquette as President, Eyes Tech and AI Future
Big changes are coming to one of mid-Missouri’s most recognized colleges. Columbia College has announced its next president, Dr. Toby Arquette. He says his…
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Missouri Group Helping Spur New Businesses
A Missouri economic development group says 2025 was a strong year. Allen Dillingham of the Missouri Technology Corporation says they invested millions of…
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‘Stop the Bleed:’ New law requires life-saving tool in Missouri schools
A new Missouri law aims to help schools better prepare for health emergencies. Alisa Nelson talks to St. Joseph Representative Brenda Shields, who led the…
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Missouri Attorney General Hanaway takes on suspected law breakers in three major industries
The Missouri Attorney General’s Office is taking aim at three items often found in convenience stores and other businesses across the state. Alisa Nelson chats…
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Rabies remains a threat to Missouri pets and wildlife
Confirmation in November of rabies in a dog in southwest Missouri’s McDonald County has state health leaders reminding the public that the virus remains a…
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Tracking Drug Trends: Missouri Schools Begin Wastewater Testing for Fentanyl and More
A different kind of test is happening in Missouri schools, and it’s not about math or reading. It’s about what’s in the wastewater. The state has launched a…
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Missouri Schools Improve APR Scores as State Targets Literacy and Teacher Recruitment
Missouri schools are showing progress, but there’s still work to do. The latest state report card says more than 91% of public schools met or exceeded…
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St. Louis County vending machines offer help to the community
Snacks and soda are not the only items being dealt in St. Louis County vending machines. Rather a life-saving medication used to rapidly reverse an opioid…
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Wash U student awarded “Marshall scholarship,” will study medicine in the UK
A senior at Washington University in St. Louis will soon be headed across the pond to study medicine in England, after he was named a recipient of the Marshall…
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Missouri Sees Rising Drunk Driving Fatalities; MADD Pushes for Responsible Choices
New Year’s celebrations have come and gone, but the conversation about impaired driving in Missouri is far from over. Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger spoke…
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Missouri lawmaker wants to harsher punishment for drivers who pass stopped school buses
A state lawmaker from the Kansas City area is pushing for stronger penalties for passing a stopped school bus, saying too many drivers are zooming around them…
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Some Boaters Prefer Lake of the Ozarks in the Winter Months
Boating isn’t just a summer hobby at the Lake of the Ozarks. Even in the dead of winter, the lake has plenty to offer, but it comes with its own set of…
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EasterSeals Midwest uses technology to aid in quick autism diagnosis of young children
EasterSeals Midwest is using a tool to help diagnose autism at a very young age. Alisa Nelson talks to Jeanne Marshall, the president of the organization, who…
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Missouri Students Risk Losing Aid if FAFSA Deadlines Are Missed
Missouri students could be leaving thousands of dollars in financial aid on the table if they don’t file for FAFSA on time. Show Me Today is breaking down what…
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Missouri working to ban sweets and sugary drinks from SNAP benefits
Missouri is in the process of restructuring what SNAP recipients can buy with their benefits – cutting out junk food and sugary drinks and replacing them with…
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Missourians Could See Bigger Tax Refunds in 2026: IRS Explains Why
Could Missourians see bigger tax refunds this year? The IRS says yes — thanks to changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill passed in July. Show Me Today’s Matt…
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US Figure Skating Championships brings world attention to St. Louis
The 2026 US Figure Skating Championships at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis serve as the final selection event for Team USA before the 2026 Winter Olympics…
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Campus Security in Missouri: How MUPD Prepares for Active Threats
Campus safety is top of mind for many after a recent shooting at Brown University. So, what’s being done here in Missouri? Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger…
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Lake water testing program in Missouri going away in 2027 due to federal budget cuts
A program that tests water quality for numerous lakes in Missouri, including the Lake of the Ozarks and Table Rock Lake, will shut down operations in 2027 due…
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Missouri lawmaker wants to tighten regulations for future solar energy projects – or face going dark
As solar energy projects continue to gain momentum in Missouri, including in Macon County, a state lawmaker wants to impose restrictions on where they can be…
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Missouri nursing programs getting multi-million dollar boost
A program designed to address the state’s nursing shortage has awarded $3.1 million in grants to 21 nursing programs. Lori Scheidt runs the Missouri State…
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Missouri legislative session begins. What your family needs to know
On the first day of Missouri’s 2026 legislative session, Show Me Today tells us about laws already on the move that could hit your wallet and your family. Show…
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FUSION Upgrade Aims to Streamline Missouri DMV Services
If you have ever waited in line at the DMV, you know how valuable a faster visit can be. The Missouri Department of Revenue says a new system called FUSION is…
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Rep. Scott Miller wants to restrict Missouri children's access to chatbots used for friendship
The use of artificial intelligence is on the rise in the workplace, in education, and for leisure. Alisa Nelson talks to St. Charles state Rep. Scott Miller…
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Congress will vote to name Churchill Museum a National Historic Landmark
The U.S. Senate has voted to make the National Churchill Museum in Fulton a NATIONAL LANDMARK. The House is expected to pass the same bill soon. Ashley Byrd…
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Missouri Electric Cooperatives reminds Missourians about its Youth Tour and CYCLE programs
Missouri Electric Cooperatives offer great learning experiences for surrounding area youth to visit Missouri and the nation's capital cities. Missouri Electric…
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What's really changing the way Missourians buy new cars
A new J.D. Power study reveals that tariffs are influencing how and when Americans purchase new vehicles, with more than one-third of buyers stating that trade…
- Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri
FUSION Upgrade Aims to Streamline Missouri DMV Services
If you’ve ever waited in line at the DMV, you know how valuable a faster visit can be. The Missouri Department of Revenue says a new system called FUSION is…
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A Missouri S&T student’s work on ballistics testing is improving public safety
Avery Lyons, a Missouri S&T PHD student, is gaining international attention for research that speeds up how ballistics materials are tested and work that helps…
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Missouri Consumers Urged to Use Multi-Factor Authentication as Scams Surge
With more spending and online activity during the holidays, scammers are stepping up their efforts to break into accounts. Even multi-factor authentication…
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Missouri Lawmaker Says Lower Wage Could Help Teens Keep Jobs
We’re discussing a proposal that could alter the earnings of Missouri teens on the job. State Senator Joe Nicola, who represents part of the Kansas City area…
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Think twice before calling a Chiefs move a disaster for Missouri
For all the noise around the Kansas City Chiefs moving across the state line, it’s worth slowing down and looking at what this actually means for everyday…
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Why Missouri health experts are paying close attention to what you flush down the toilet
You know, most of us don’t spend a lot of time thinking about what goes down the drain—but public health experts do. Missouri is using wastewater surveillance…
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Delayed justice: Rep. Brian Seitz proposes to fast track competency evaluations for crime suspects
Missouri has a line of nearly 500 court trials on hold for one reason: A traffic jam of crime suspects sitting in jail awaiting a mental health evaluation to…
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From Rolla to the World: Missouri Researchers Speed Up Organ-on-a-Chip Technology
What if building tiny, life-like organs for medical research could be faster and easier? That’s exactly what a team at Missouri S&T is working on. Show Me…
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Missouri resources bridging you to disaster-related assistance in your time of need
The impacts of Missouri disasters can stretch far after the disaster itself ends. Whether that be from compounding financial, physical, or mental health. Jen…
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Scammers Target Missourians In Gold Bar Scam
Missourians are being warned of a tricky gold bar scam. U.S. Attorney Matthew Price of the Western District of Missouri tells Missourinet’s Sue Danielson it’s…
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Woodlands mentors wanted in Missouri
There’s a wide variety of mentoring programs in Missouri, but the newest one hopes to train mentors for landowners whose properties include woodlands. Brian…