Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

To celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday, the USDA Forest Service is providing a year-long celebration.

The Mark Twain National Forest will have displayed artwork of the original cartoon drawings of Smokey Bear through July 12th. The event will also focus on Forest Service staff, educational content, commemorative memorabilia, and special appearances by the legendary bear.

Community Engagement Specialist Jordan Mays is with us to detail the event.

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The Missouri Suicide Prevention Network has rolled out the Suicide Prevention and 988 Guide for schools to use as a resource.

Anthony Morabith chats with Dr. Bart Andrews at Behavioral Health Response in St. Louis on what you need to know.

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There is a U.S. Senate race occurring in November, however, the Missouri August primaries will happen before that.

While incumbent U.S. Senator Josh Hawley is not facing opposition on the Republican side, there are a few contenders for the Democratic nomination.

Marine veteran Lucas Kunce believes he has what it takes.

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Witnessing or reporting adult abuse can be a challenge.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is here to help.

Adult Protective Services Section Administrator Tim Jackson joins Cameron Conner to share the Adult Abuse & Neglect hotline, situations to look out for, and how to use it.

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With higher inflation and interest rates, some Missourians might wonder if now is a good time to invest.

Alisa Nelson talks to Missouri State University Finance Professor Jeff Jones, who has tips to help you decide what to do.

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More than 200 mayors from across the U.S. were in Kansas City for the 92nd Annual United States Conference of Mayors Meeting, hosted by Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas.

Columbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe joins Anthony Morabith on Show Me Today to talk about some of the subjects that mayors from all across the U.S. are wrestling with.

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A U.S. soldier from Missouri who served in the Vietnam War made a promise if he made it out alive – that he would honor his comrades.

Alisa Nelson talks to Rae Lynn Munoz, the executive director of Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial in Perryville, about a promise made and a promise kept by Jim Eddleman.

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Springfield’s History Museum on the Square has launched a new Route 66 exhibit called “Checking In: Iconic Hotels and Motels of Greene County.” It uncovers stories of iconic lodgings along the mother road that helped shape the region.

Sean FitzGibbons, the museum’s Executive Director chats with Anthony Morabith about this exhibit that runs through September 8.

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Missouri’s film industry is picking up with the help of the new tax credit.

“Greg’s Going to Rehab,” directed and written by Chris Lawing, is currently being filmed in the state and surrounds a 16-year-old heavy metal-loving teen who hatches a plan to see the concert of a lifetime.

Marshal Griffin sits down with Chris to get the movie’s details.

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Teaching the tragedies of the past to inspire change for a better tomorrow.

The St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum has a vision for the future, and it's just getting started.

Executive Director Myron Freedman and Director of Communications Amy Lutz join Cameron Conner.

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