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Fall tuition numbers down slightly at Missouri’s 4-year universities, up slightly at community colleges
Fall enrollment at Missouri’s institutions of higher learning is down slightly, just under 1% compared to 2024. Veronica Gielazauskas, Assistant Commissioner for Performance and Strategy at the Missouri Dept. of Higher Education and Workforce Development, said,...
Missouri Governor’s Mansion Hosts First Tree Lighting Under Kehoe Administration
Gov. Mike Kehoe and First Lady Claudia Kehoe are inviting families to the Missouri Governor’s Mansion this Friday at 6:00p.m. for their first tree lighting ceremony and Candlelight Tours. Shari Childs, Executive Director of the Missouri Governor’s Mansion, told...
Bootheel Behavioral Health continues to heal Sikeston months after tornado (LISTEN)
When disaster strikes, the emotional toll can be just as devastating as the physical loss. In the wake of the recent tornado that hit Sikeston back on May 16, Bootheel Behavioral Health has been on the ground helping residents cope, heal, and rebuild their sense of...
Missouri Compiling New CWD Sample Results, Amid State’s Deer Hunting Season (LISTEN)
Missouri is once again attracting hundreds of thousands of deer hunters now through January 15th. The Missouri Department of Conservation says hunters typically harvest about 20% of the deer herd each year. MDC's Jason Isabelle tells Missourinet’s Sue Danielson about...
MU Extension hosts panel about how holistic medicine works in healthcare (LISTEN)
What is holistic health, and what does healthcare from a holistic perspective look like? Carrie Elsen with MU Extension talks with Marshall Griffin about the holistic healthcare approach and an upcoming symposium to be held in Kirksville.
Missouri Court Rewrites Ballot Language for Anti-Abortion Amendment
The Missouri Court of Appeals Western District has rewritten the ballot language for Amendment 3, an anti-abortion measure set for the November 2026 ballot. Judges ruled Thursday that the previous wording was insufficient because it failed to inform voters that the...
Could Missouri Soon Change Who Oversees High School Sports and Activities?
A bill pre-filed for the 2026 legislative session could reshape oversight of high school sports and activities in Missouri. SB 863, sponsored by Sen. Jason Bean, R-Holcomb, would require the governor to appoint a five-member board to supervise statewide school...
Report: Global Economic Slowdown Showing Signs In Missouri
(Omaha, NE) -- A Midwest economic report had some unwelcome news, including a slow-down in growth. According to Creighton University's Ernie Goss, his November report of Midwest states shows Missouri with a 14-point drop in its Business Conditions Index. Goss cites...
U.S. Air Force Band holds free holiday concerts in St. Louis area (LISTEN)
The U.S. Air Force Band of Mid-America has been all over the world to perform in front of live audiences, and they will be putting on free concerts from December 6th through 12th in the St. Louis area to get you into the holiday spirit. Alisa Nelson visits with Flight...
Missouri’s Eric Burlison Pushes Free-Market Healthcare as ACA Subsidies Near Expiration
With pressure mounting in Washington for lawmakers to figure out the future of America’s healthcare system, U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison, R-Mo. 7th District, said extending Affordable Care Act subsidies isn’t the answer. Burlison called the ACA—better known as Obamacare—...
DESE gives update on Missouri Future Workforce executive order
Work continues on one of Gov. Mike Kehoe’s first executive orders after taking office – improving Missouri’s career and technical education programs and infrastructure. Kelli Jones, Deputy Commissioner of Learning Services with the Department of Elementary and...
Missouri Electric Co-op’s Tips For Bright Lights and Safe Nights This Holiday Season (LISTEN)
Decking the halls is a beloved holiday tradition, but are you decorating safely? From dazzling string lights to elaborate inflatable displays, electric and Christmas decorations bring festive cheer but also have hidden risks. In our chat with Gabe Twellman of Cuivre...
Missouri students design high-tech tool with special healing power (LISTEN)
A group of southwest Missouri students has created a system to heal wounds up to 50% faster. Alisa Nelson talks to the brains behind the technology - Kaden Colman, a senior at Reeds Spring R-4 School District.
IRS Extends Tax Deadlines for Missouri Storm Victims Until March 2026 (LISTEN)
When severe storms and flooding swept through Missouri earlier this year, the damage didn’t stop at homes and businesses — it disrupted lives in ways that can linger for months. The IRS is stepping in to give Missourians more time to recover financially. Residents and...
Thinking about getting a real Christmas tree? Missouri farm explains why you should get one (LISTEN)
The hustle and bustle of the Christmas tree-buying season is here. Pea Ridge Forest in Hermann is one of Missouri’s Christmas tree farms. Alisa Nelson talks to owner Scott Rood, who says the experience of getting a real Christmas tree is great quality time with the...
Columbia Regional Airport expanding flight options (LISTEN)
Columbia Regional Airport recently announced new non-stop service from Columbia to Orlando and Destin, Florida. Airport Manager Michael Parks says the flights, which take off in June, are just one example of an airline recognizing that passengers enjoy flying in and...
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