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Missouri Cities Speak Out Over Plan to End Grocery Tax, Impacting Local Services
For the seventh year in a row, Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman, R-Arnold, is sponsoring a plan to end Missouri’s state sales tax on food and phase out local grocery taxes over time. She said the Missouri constitution says that State government should not be funded on the...
Missouri pharmacists sorting through Trump RX
Missouri pharmacists are sorting through Trump RX, which went live last week. Ron Fitzwater, CEO of the Missouri Pharmacy Association, compliments the Trump Administration on trying to address high prescription drug prices. But he said there is some frustration among...
How an Ozarks Artist Found Her Calling at 75 (LISTEN)
Now and then, a story comes along that perfectly captures the intersection of unwavering faith, Ozark heritage, and a race against time. Show Me Today is joined by the 'Accidental Ozarkian,' Barbara Baird, to discuss her deeply moving encounter with Juanita Herrell, a...
Just In Time For Valentine’s Day M-U Offers Romance Tips
(Columbia, MO) -- Looking for ways to boost the romance in your relationship, beyond Valentine's Day flowers and candy? University of Missouri, Human Development and Family Science Associate Professor Kale Monk has come up with a list of ten ideas. Engage in...
Missouri Legislators Seek Statewide Registry to Identify Habitual Domestic Abusers
A group of Missouri House members wants to create a public registry of repeat domestic violence offenders. One of the bills, HB 3012, is sponsored by Rep. Ann Kelley, R-Lamar, who said the tool is desperately needed in communities to protect against the escalating...
Free Family Fun Awaits at the St. Louis Birthday Bash This Valentine’s Weekend (LISTEN)
The Missouri History Museum in St. Louis isn’t just a place to look at artifacts. It’s a place to experience history in ways that connect directly to our communities, our families, and our everyday lives. From free family weekends to thought‑provoking exhibits and...
Missouri House GOP Bill Aims to Expand Gun Rights and Restrict Red Flag Enforcement (LISTEN)
Show Me Today takes a closer look at a new gun bill moving through the Missouri House. Speaker Pro Tem Chad Perkins is backing legislation that would expand gun rights in several ways — including lowering the concealed carry age and blocking the enforcement of red...
Missourinet Sports Report
Hear how the Tigers won their thriller at Texas A&M
Why state of Missouri benefits are a big draw for workers and families (LISTEN)
Show Me Today discusses one of the biggest advantages of working for the State of Missouri: the benefits. From pensions and medical coverage to wellness fairs and the employee referral program, the state offers a package designed to support employees and their...
Missouri Red Cross: Blood Supply Shortage is “Severe” (LISTEN)
Ann Vastmans of the American Red Cross of Missouri joins Sue Danielson on Show Me Today to outline the current predicament.
Missouri Senate Bill Seeks ‘Cleaner Voting Lists,’ But Critics See Risk to Eligible Voters
Missouri State Sen. Jill Carter, R-Granby, wants to tighten how voter registration works in the state. Her bill would require election officials to make sure anyone signing up to vote can show proof they’re a U.S. citizen — a change Carter described as leading to...
Missouri Senate committee hears bill barring school staff from encouraging gender transitions
A Missouri Senate committee heard testimony Tuesday on legislation that would bar educators from encouraging students to pursue gender transition. SB 1085 would require school staff to notify the principal within 24 hours of a student expressing they belong to the...
Congressional committee discusses small business issues at Kansas City roundtable
Small business owners in the Kansas City area got a chance to voice some of their concerns to members of Congress during a roundtable meeting last Friday. U.S. House Small Business Committee members who attended were from both political parties, and the meeting was...
Missouri House endorses plan to bolster screening law for gifted students
Current Missouri law requires K-12 public schools to provide a gifted program if at least 3% of their students are determined to be gifted. The Missouri House of Representatives has passed a bill that would bolster this regulation. State Rep. Brenda Shields, R-St....
New Missouri Motor Vehicle Commission Proposed to Take Over Licensing and Enforcement
Missouri House Speaker Pro Tem Chad Perkins, R-Bowling Green, is pushing a bill, that would create a new Missouri Motor Vehicle Commission to handle motor‑vehicle licensing and oversight. Perkins told Missourinet that this was actually the idea of the Missouri Auto...
Missouri-produced film features true story of Tuskegee Airmen – airing Feb. 10 (LISTEN)
Missourian and World War II Tuskegee Airmen James Shipley of Tipton, Missouri, is one of the subjects of a new short film to be shown Feb. 10th at the Center for Missouri Studies in Columbia. Ashley Byrd talks with participants in the film – here’s Executive Producer...
Missourinet Sports Report
Hear how the Tigers won their thriller at Texas A&M
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