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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
Jefferson City is the host site for new mystery movie
Russellville native Cole Payne is the producer for a new movie being filmed in Jefferson City: "Trivia Night Mysteries: A Question of Murder."He joins Alisa…
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Missouri Author Dr. Susan Presley Inspires with New Book ‘Shooting for Hope’
We’re joined by someone whose voice is rooted in both faith and community. Dr. Reverend Susan Presley from Mexico, Missouri, has written a powerful new book…
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U. of Central Missouri professor believes I-70 expansion project can earn back the state’s $2.8B investment
The $2.8 billion project to expand Interstate Highway 70 to six total lanes across Missouri has the potential for widespread benefits to the state’s economy…
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MU catapults into U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Value” rankings
The U.S. News and World Report recently released a list of its “best value” universities across the nation. The University of Missouri lands at No. 4 on the…
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Missouri Business Professor takes state’s econ temperature
Missouri is navigating through a mix of economic conditions.Missouri State University Business Professor Jeffrey Jones says parts of the ag economy are…
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Scares and Smiles: It’s Patrick McDonald’s Halloween Movie Guide for 2025
From fresh frights to family favorites, movie critic Patrick McDonald joins Show Me Today with his top Halloween picks for 2025.He runs down the best new…
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Half Million Missourians Dealing With Eating Disorders
An estimated half a million Missourians are dealing with an eating disorder. Annie Seal of the Missouri Eating Disorders Council says it’s one of the most…
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Missouri Public Service Commission launches study on utility affordability programs
The increase in utility demand and drought problems could drive up utility rates even more in the future. Alisa Nelson talks to Rich Germinder, a policy…
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St. Louis moves to become center of chess world with new facility and celebration
The St. Louis Chess Club wants to become the “EPICENTER OF THE CHESS WORLD” with a new tournament hall and broadcast studios - and a month-long celebration…
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Columbia College professor weighs in on the government shutdown
Democrats and Republicans in Washington continue to blame each other for the ongoing federal government shutdown. Marshall Griffin talked with Columbia College…
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Missouri’s Columbia Mall Defies Retail Trends as It Celebrates 40th Anniversary
It’s been a staple of mid-Missouri shopping and social life for four decades. This October, the Columbia Mall turns 40, but in an era where malls across the…
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Adrenaline Meets Ozark Scenery in Missouri’s UTV Playgrounds
When you climb into a Utility Terrain Vehicle at Southern Missouri Off-Road Ranch near Seymour, it doesn’t take long for adrenaline to take over. For Missouri…
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Governor Mike Kehoe appoints educator from Mexico, Missouri, to serve as the state’s next Poet Laureate
Justin Hamm is the school librarian at Eugene Field Elementary, and he says the creativity of his students often fuels his poetry. Matt Pilger sat down with…
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Kehoe and DSS request changes to Missouri's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Governor Mike Kehoe and the Missouri Department of Social Services have submitted a request to the USDA to change Missouri's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…
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Missouri’s most haunted sites expect extra guests this month
Some of Missouri’s spookiest attractions will welcome visitors this month. State Tourism officials have a long list of recommendations for those who want to…
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Expect Oktoberfest traffic on Amtrak’s Missouri River Runner
The Missouri River Runner passenger train route is busier than usual, now that Oktoberfest has arrived in Hermann. MoDOT’s Bryan Ross spoke with Marshall…
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Missouri Fall Camping and Our Top SUV Picks
As temperatures dip and fall colors break out, many outdoor lovers start plotting their next weekend escape. But choosing the right vehicle can make or break a…
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Missouri Starters Coalition Sets Out to Break Barriers for New Businesses
Missouri is taking a big step forward in its entrepreneurial community. Jim Malle is the Missouri Coalition Manager for Right to Start, and he’s helping lead…
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Missouri’s 2026 Teacher of the Year: Kimberly Sixta, ‘a change agent’
Missouri’s 57th Teacher of the Year goes to a social studies teacher at Hickman Mills School District in Kansas City. Alisa Nelson talks to Kimberly Sixta, who…
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Missourians start digging to replace tornado-damaged tree canopies
2025's severe weather in Missouri has taken a serious toll on trees. The May 16th tornado in St. Louis damaged or destroyed thousands of trees. Efforts are…
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Governor’s Challenge works to save lives of Missouri service members and veterans
Suicide prevention among veterans and service members remains a critical priority across the country. In Missouri, the Governor’s Challenge is bringing…
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Missouri Pharmacy Association: Prescription drug tariffs will mostly affect name-brands
The proposed tariffs on prescription drugs manufactured overseas are currently on hold after President Trump and Pfizer struck a deal. Terms of the deal…
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New Coworking Space ‘Untethered’ Brings Entrepreneurial Energy to Fulton, MO
Today, we’re heading to Fulton, Missouri, a historic town nestled between Jefferson City and Columbia, to meet Seth Winegar, co-founder of a new coworking…
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Letting Missouri know how to Find Real Deals On Prime Days
Amazon Prime Days are back October 7 and 8, and millions of shoppers will be looking to score big discounts on everything from electronics to household…
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St. Louis’ Bellefontaine Cemetery Blends History and Natural Beauty
Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum isn’t just a place of rest, it’s a place of life, history, and breathtaking beauty. Spanning 314 acres with more than…
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Missouri Meets Munich at Hermann's Oktoberfest
Amid the golden hues of autumn, Hermann comes alive every weekend in October with its annual Oktoberfest, a celebration steeped in German tradition, local…
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Missouri’s honey bee population is in severe decline, survey finds
A recent survey conducted by the Apiary Inspectors of America shows that Missouri’s honey bee population has dropped by 49%. MU Extension Field Horticulturist…
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MoDOT Director describes highway maintenance as a never-ending job
Whether it’s repairing or replacing highway signs, removing trash, or patching potholes, MoDOT’s work is never done. Marshall Griffin spoke with Ed Hassinger…
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State Farm ranks Missouri No. 17 in vehicle/animal collisions
New data from State Farm Insurance ranks Missouri No. 17 nationally for the highest number of vehicle/animal collisions. Marshall Griffin talked about the…
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Central Missouri Cooperative brings energy to the classroom
Central Missouri Cooperatives hosts a two-day program in Jefferson City titled "Energy In Today's Classroom" that helps educators bring real-world lessons on…
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Burlison: feds need to stop hiding info on UFOs
Southwest Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison recently displayed a video of a missile strike on an Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon, formerly referred to as UFOs…
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Lt. Eric Brown Talks STORM Team, New Missouri Laws, and Harvest Road Safety
From new laws cracking down on vehicle break-ins to the launch of a rapid-response traffic team, a lot is happening on Missouri’s highways this fall.Matt…
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Missouri avenges last year's loss in Greater St. Louis Legislative Softball Game
Missouri and Illinois lawmakers traded in their suits for softball jerseys recently at Busch Stadium, and this time, Missouri came to play. The annual Greater…
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Springfield remembers the Great Cobra Scare of 1953
It sounds like something out of a movie, but in the summer of 1953, Springfield residents were on edge after a shipment of deadly cobras escaped into the city…
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Stop and smell the coffee in St. Charles on Saturday
If you have a coffee addiction, St. Charles is the place to be this Saturday. Alisa Nelson talks to Beth Norviel, Director of Special Events & Communications…
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A unique perspective of the USS Jefferson City crew’s visits to capital city
Crew members of the USS Jefferson City are in the capital city this week to visit the Missouri town that bears its name. Alisa Nelson talks to Jefferson City…
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Missouri company's maze has an "enchanting" way to celebrate engagement
What do you get when you mix Missouri farmland, football, and pop culture? A corn maze that made it all the way to Sunday Night Football. Matt Pilger talks…
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Missouri lawmaker gives his take on I-70 and I-44
A Missouri lawmaker, who’s also an engineer by trade, does not think Interstate 70 needs a third lane to improve traffic conditions between St. Louis and…
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Discover the hidden food gems of St. Louis with author Matt Sorrell
St. Louis has a food story all its own, and writer Matt Sorrell has spent more than two decades telling it.His new book, St. Louis Food Story, is a flavorful…
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Missouri lawmakers aim to make addiction treatment more accessible
A Missouri task force has been meeting for the past three summers to find ways to help people struggling with addiction to stay clean. Alisa Nelson talks to…
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Rival ballot measure would preserve Missouri’s initiative petition system as is
While Missouri lawmakers recently passed a measure to make it tougher to pass citizen-led ballot initiatives, one of those initiatives would preserve the…
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Lawmaker wants Missouri school ‘Rangers’ for security dangers
The Missouri Legislature has had two special sessions this summer – one that aims to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in Missouri. The other is to change…
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Missouri Chief Medical Officer urges men to consult their healthcare provider about their prostate cancer risk
It’s prostate cancer awareness month, and it’s a form of cancer that men may not be aware that they have. Marshall Griffin spoke with Dr. Heidi Miller, Chief…
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West Missouri fall fun seven days a week
Johnson Farms is gearing up for another successful fall festival campaign full of color and events. Some say this year has an “enchantment” to it. Maybe a maze…
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Expert talks about Missouri’s new school safety law
Missouri K-12 public school students are adjusting to a new academic year with a new school safety law and cell phone ban.Alisa Nelson talks to John McDonald…
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Missouri 988 guides those in need when crisis occurs (LISTEN)
September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month: a time to highlight resources available to those struggling with mental health and substance abuse.Rick…
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Where Music Meets Maple: Missouri’s Fall Festivals Hit All the Right Notes
As the leaves start to turn and the air gets a little crisper, Missouri comes alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of fall. From apple dumplings in…
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TeachWell helps Missouri educators care for their own mental health while supporting students
Teachers spend their days caring for students, but who’s caring for the teachers? In Missouri, a program called TeachWell aims to do just that—providing free…
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This simulator helps Missouri schools better prepare for safety threats
The world we live in today faces school safety threats regularly.The Missouri School Boards' Association's Center for Education Safety has been using a video…
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Happy Haake celebrates 96th birthday with a hot air balloon adventure. "I'm having fun!" (LISTEN)
This weekend’s Great Forest Park Balloon Race will feature a very special passenger. Lorraine “Happy” Haake, just days shy of her 96th birthday, will take to…
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Veterans Community Project, St. Louis at “max capacity” and in demand to help veterans in crisis
The Veterans Community Project in St. Louis – the latest community of tiny homes and services in Missouri is busier than ever, according to Rebecca Tallman…
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Mizzou expert offers students money tips to avoid financial pitfalls
Alex Embree, Interim Director at the University of Missouri's Office for Financial Success, shares tips that can help prevent students from running out of cash…
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“I owed True/False a solid” – acclaimed filmmaker agrees to be visiting artistic director
Filmmaker Yance Ford will assume the role of Visiting Artistic Director for True/False 2026.Ford has shown films at True False, and won awards for his films…
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Quality control measures in place for I-70 expansion across Missouri
Eric Kopinski, the Director of the Improve I-70 program, which is expanding Interstate 70 in Missouri to six lanes, says they’re making sure the construction…
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Missouri Investigates Measles Cases as Vaccination Rates Lag
Measles is back in Missouri. Health officials have confirmed seven cases so far this year, and they’re urging people to take it seriously. We spoke with Nathan…
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Save for Retirement or Education? Our Expert Weighs In
On Show Me Today, our financial expert Kimberly Palmer from NerdWallet tackles a big question many parents face — should you save for retirement or your kids’…
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MIssouri U.S. Senator Hawley Remembers Charlie Kirk
Missouri U.S. Senator Josh Hawley talks about Charlie Kirk, Jeffrey Epstein, and Boeing in his latest exclusive visit on Show Me Today with Marshall GriffinSee…
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Art Hains calls his final Missouri State game Saturday
The Missouri State Bears are getting ready for their first home game as an FBS program at Plaster Stadium on Saturday at 2:30. Long-time Missouri State…
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Exploring Missouri’s historic mills and the stories they preserve
Throughout the early 19th and 20th centuries, mills played a crucial role in Missouri’s economy and landscape. Today, many of Missouri’s historic mills still…
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Wanted: More Missouri Prep Sports Officials
More than 1,300 football officials will be working Junior High and High School football games in Missouri this fall. The Missouri State High School Activities…